Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

4.0 / 5.0

Good(33 Ratings)

Hostel in Thurso

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, TV and more

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About this hostel

Hostel in Thurso
This smoke-free hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and free WiFi in public areas.
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel offers 6 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Map of Thurso

Nearby attractions

Skara Brae Prehistoric Village

The Wick Heritage Museum

30.5 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room

1 Double

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Double or Twin Room

1 Double • 1 Single

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

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4.0 / 5.0

Good(33 Ratings)

Hostel in Thurso

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, TV and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hostel

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Map of Thurso

Nearby attractions

Skara Brae Prehistoric Village

The Wick Heritage Museum

30.5 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room

1 Double

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Double or Twin Room

1 Double • 1 Single

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

1 Bunk

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.0 / 5.0

Good(33 Ratings)

3.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

My stay was saved by interaction with other travellers. The kitchen facilities were fine but the property as a whole was tired. I had what I needed but it is need of just a little bit of effort from the (new?) owners.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Excellent continent breakfast provided room are basic n request for towels Kitchen reasonable size Overall good Off street road parking

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Very good location and comfortable for the price

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

I had a great stay here and it was brilliant. I would definitely come stay again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Would stay again

4.0 / 5.0

May 2022

It was a nice room and friendly people.

1.0 / 5.0

Mar 2022

The stay was good keep up the good work. Was a nice stay near railway station and shops.

2.0 / 5.0

Mar 2022

The stay was good keep up the good work. Was a nice stay near railway station and shops.

1.5 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Almost cheap and almost cheerful, not the worst place I’ve stayed, but does what it says on the tin, and does it well! Nicely situated in the area, and just what you need for a backpacking stopover wash and brush-up.

0.8 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Almost cheap and almost cheerful, not the worst place I’ve stayed, but does what it says on the tin, and does it well!Nicely situated in the area, and just what you need for a backpacking stopover wash and brush-up.

1.5 / 5.0

Sep 2020

This is a basic budget friendly but safety conscious hostel. Kitchen access at the moment is limited but the owners were really good at helping us out!

0.8 / 5.0

Sep 2020

This is a basic budget friendly but safety conscious hostel. Kitchen access at the moment is limited but the owners were really good at helping us out!

1.0 / 5.0

Nov 2019

The stay was exactly what I needed, a good nights sleep in a solid hostel. It was offseason when I went, so not too rowdy, but I can imagine its a great place for a party during the season. The kitchen is massive and has tons of stuff to cook your own meal - the lounge is connected so a good place to drink with some mates. The owner is super nice as well! I would definitely stay here again if I ever got the opportunity. Thanks team!

2.0 / 5.0

Nov 2019

The stay was exactly what I needed, a good night's sleep in a solid hostel. It was offseason when I went, so not too rowdy, but I can imagine it's a great place for a party during the season. The kitchen is massive and has tons of stuff to cook your own meal - the lounge is connected so a good place to drink with some mates. The owner is super nice as well! I would definitely stay here again if I ever got the opportunity. Thanks team!

3.0 / 5.0

Sep 2019

the hostel is quite dated the room was cold and wet but the boss was very kind and helping

1.5 / 5.0

Sep 2019

They had overbooked the rooms somthere was a bit of panic at first. Room was adequate for what we paid but wouldn’t do any harm to have a proper clean, especially a bit of vacuuming. Free breakfast was a surprise and a nice bonus but could do with someone checking the items as bread was mouldy and butter looked horrible. But there was plenty extra so I just opened a new one. I know some would say you get what you pay for but I’ve stayed in plenty of hostels and paid less and it’s been cleaner. Does for a couple of nights if you’re not that fussy and just looking for somewhere dry.

1.0 / 5.0

Aug 2019

It has a good relation cost-comfort.All areas seemed pretty clean, nice kitchen with utensils to use.To improve, maybe bigger beds as they are a little small for two persons. The room is turned to the main street, and you may wake up in the middle of the night with road traffic noise, specially in the summer, when you leave your window open.

2.0 / 5.0

Aug 2019

It has a good relation cost-comfort. All areas seemed pretty clean, nice kitchen with utensils to use. To improve, maybe bigger beds as they are a little small for two persons. The room is turned to the main street, and you may wake up in the middle of the night with road traffic noise, specially in the summer, when you leave your window open.

0.5 / 5.0

Aug 2019

I travelled up and it was so dirty and noisy I did not stay absolutely awful and should be avoided

4.0 / 5.0

May 2019

Great location, easy check-in, easy to park in nearby streets.

4.0 / 5.0

Feb 2019

Has everything that you can expect for the price. The room was clean and the kitchen was nice.

1.0 / 5.0

Aug 2018

Its decent for a hostel. Our room was not the double we had reserved, but James offered a refund and to connect us with a local B & B but we decided to stay at the hostel. They offer self serve breakfast cereals in the kitchen, the shower was hot, the WiFi worked and the sheets were clean.

2.0 / 5.0

Aug 2018

It's decent for a hostel. Our room was not the double we had reserved, but James offered a refund and to connect us with a local B & B but we decided to stay at the hostel. They offer self serve breakfast cereals in the kitchen, the shower was hot, the WiFi worked and the sheets were clean.

2.0 / 5.0

Aug 2018

Great kitchen, however cooking oil should be available without request. Great location and good shower. The staff is amazing. Easy parking.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2018

Very central. Owners very helpful. Not wit breakfast but nearly everything you need is there to make a breakfast. Roomst small but practical

1.5 / 5.0

Jun 2018

Thurso is a town you can probably skip, but there aren't a lot of other options for larger settlements on the north coast section of the NC500, and it does seem the most populated. It may be the only one with Chinese takeout open until 11:30pm at least, and with a pub open after midnight. Sandra's itself is fine, nothing to write home about. They accommodated my late arrival with minimal griping and the place itself was ok. There is street noise all night and hallway noise from the flooring whenever someone walks by, which, if you're staying in one of the single rooms, is frequent because you're near the kitchen. WiFi didn't work in the room. Good budget option if you're passing through.

0.8 / 5.0

Jun 2018

Thurso is a town you can probably skip, but there arent a lot of other options for larger settlements on the north coast section of the NC500, and it does seem the most populated. It may be the only one with Chinese takeout open until 11:30pm at least, and with a pub open after midnight. Sandras itself is fine, nothing to write home about. They accommodated my late arrival with minimal griping and the place itself was ok. There is street noise all night and hallway noise from the flooring whenever someone walks by, which, if youre staying in one of the single rooms, is frequent because youre near the kitchen. WiFi didnt work in the room. Good budget option if youre passing through.

0.8 / 5.0

May 2018

Basic and clean but very noisy because of location and the hostel felt uncared for.

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Thurso?

The average price for a rental in Thurso is R 1,880 per night. This rental is R 295 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sandra's Backpackers Hostel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and tv.

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Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Thurso

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

Double or Twin Room

Family Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Hostel in Thurso

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Thurso

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

Double or Twin Room

Family Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Thurso?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is Sandra's Backpackers Hostel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel?

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