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Mackays Hotel Wick

3.0 star property

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A historic building with a prominent tower and multiple chimneys, located at a street corner with a view of a river.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bedside table with a lamp, and a telephone.
View from room
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, each with white tablecloths, green sashes, and floral centerpieces.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Explore the area

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Union Street, Wick, Scotland, KW1 5ED
  • Place, Wick Heritage Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Wick Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pulteney Distillery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wick (WIC)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

A bedroom with a large tufted headboard, a bed with multiple pillows, a bedside lamp, and a wall-mounted telephone.

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic House

A neatly made bed with a checkered blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Basic House

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Business Apartment

A neatly made bed with a checkered throw blanket, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Business Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, a wardrobe, and a desk with a mirror.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Wick

At Mackays Hotel Wick you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Wick Heritage Centre and Old Wick Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, No 1 Bistro, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 676 square feet (63 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Wick hotel include Wick Library and Pulteney Distillery.

What's nearby

  • Wick Heritage Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Wick Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wick Library - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pulteney Distillery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • John O' Groats Signpost - 41 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Wick Station - 3 min walk
  • Wick (WIC) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wickers World - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Alexander Bain - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crown Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Morags - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thrumster House - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Mackays Hotel Wick

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 676 square feet (63 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Mackays Hotel Wick also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool, outdoor pool, and health club at a partner property.

This 3-star Wick hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 676 sq ft of conference space
  • 63 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mackays Hotel Wick offers 30 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 5 to 20 for adults and GBP 5 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • No 1 Bistro

Things to do

  • Books
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 676 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 25 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 5 to 20 for adults and GBP 5 to 20 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mackays Hotel Wick?

Mackays Hotel Wick offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mackays Hotel Wick?

As of 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mackays Hotel Wick on 3 Aug 2026 start from NZ$440, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Mackays Hotel Wick?

Yep, Mackays Hotel Wick has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mackays Hotel Wick?

The closest beach to Mackays Hotel Wick is Dunnet Bay Beach (23.5 km).

Does Mackays Hotel Wick serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is available weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mackays Hotel Wick?

No, Mackays Hotel Wick does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mackays Hotel Wick?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Mackays Hotel Wick?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 PM.

Mackays Hotel Wick Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 249 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel with really friendly staff, had a good meal in the hotel bistro
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff are very friendly and efficient and helped me change room due to noisy room next to mine. On-site restaurant is good and food excellent Good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the best stop in Wick, on the edge of town, great food and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment, staff and food amazing. Would recommend and return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay. All staff were warm and welcoming. Had a great laugh with the waiter at dinner. The food was wonderful, both dinner and breakfast. Beds were comfy. Absolutely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff are so friendly, room was cosy and clean with a very comfortable bed. Had a great sleep. Great selection for breakfast, freshly cooked to order. Would reccommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were lovely and we particularly enjoyed the personal interest shown by the owner. Food very good too. Room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

A comfortable hotel with an excellent bistro attached. Reccommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location , warm welcome and good facilities , nice breakfast and good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well maintained, he staff are very welcoming and friendly and the breakfast exceptional
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Warm welcome and helpful staff. Parking is free on street. EV charging is in a tiny locked compound. Food in the restaurant very nice and breakfast good. Main problem is the bar area and stock. Buildup of debris in the unused restaurant door area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable hotel. The restaurant was excellent as was the service throughout our stay. We would definitely stay there again if travelling to Wick.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, helpful staff, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, helpful staff, spotless room and bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were friendly and accommodating, food was great for both dinner and breakfast, Bar staff really attentive also Overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was very nice n great breakfast to
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food and wait staff were outstanding in every way! We stayed here for 3 nights and ate in the restaurant every night because the food options were as good as anywhere I've travelled.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, restaurant food excellent, great service would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great food

this is a great Scottish hotel well trained staff food is very good and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GERALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everywhere very clean compared with comfort and typical Scottish Tradition makes my stay awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good, friendly family owned hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly, clean and profesionally run hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023