The Portland Hotel

The Portland Hotel is a 3-star property situated in Lybster, directly on the scenic North Coast 500 route, making it a convenient stop for road trippers. The hotel features 24 en-suite rooms with styles including four-poster and half-tester beds. Accommodations offer modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and complimentary toiletries. Three distinct dining areas provide varied atmospheres, one serving a full Scottish breakfast from January to October and a continental option in winter. The on-site bar stocks over 100 Scottish gins and 50 whiskies, with a spacious guest lounge for after-dinner relaxation. The kitchen is award-winning, utilizing locally sourced ingredients, and the hotel offers business amenities like free Wi-Fi and meeting rooms. Biker-friendly facilities include secure storage with cameras and washing points. The Portland Hotel is easily reached via Wick John O'Groats Airport, 20 km away, and is near attractions like the Whaligoe Steps and Camster Cairns.

The hotel is one of the few in the area with an extensive range of gins and whiskies, offering over 100 options.

Unique room layouts include four-poster and half-tester beds, providing a distinctive Highland character.

On-site activities include fishing, golf, and kayaking, with proximity to local landmarks.

Secure, monitored bike storage is available, catering to motorcyclists and cyclists on the NC500.

Family-run atmosphere with a focus on personalized guest relations.

Some rooms have small windows, limiting views, and noise from old pipework can be audible.

The bar may close early, and during off-season, finding staff can be challenging.