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17 places · prices checked 15 Nov 2026

Lodges, Log Cabins & Hot Tub Breaks in John O Groats

We track 17 lodges, cabins and hot tub cottages in John O Groats, usually £516 a night. A week in winter costs around £3,964 (£3,507 the rest of the year). Sleeps up to 6. Average guest rating: 9.1/10.

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Places
17
Usual night
£516
Week in winter
£3,964
Average rating
9.1/10
Sleeps up to
6 guests

Prices for 2 adults checked on Booking.com · updated 15 Nov 2026 · how we work

Our places in John O Groats

The choice here is limited, so there is less room to shop around than in a bigger holiday area. Nearly all the places sleep 6, and a good number have 3 bedrooms. A few sit well below the usual nightly price, while most cluster close to it, with the sea-view places at the top. Almost all accept dogs, which makes this an easy spot for a break with a pet. If you are travelling as a couple, expect to pay for space you may not need.

John O Groats sits at the north-east tip of mainland Scotland, and the lodges here suit groups and families more than couples. Every place we track sleeps 5 or 6, usually with 3 bedrooms, so the stays are built around a shared house rather than a snug cabin for two.

Prices are on the high side for a short break, and the cheapest night found is about half the usual one. Sea views cost more than a log burner, and almost all places accept dogs. About 6 in 10 have a log burner, which matters on long northern evenings in winter. Guest ratings are high, around 9.1 out of 10. Because the choice is small, with 17 places, it helps to decide early whether the view or the fire matters more to you.

Features

Every place has a high chair, so this is a practical area for families with a baby or toddler. About 6 in 10 have a log burner or fireplace, and those cost about the same as the usual nightly price. Sea view is the feature that moves the price: the 7 places with it are noticeably dearer. If budget matters more than the outlook, a log burner place gives you warmth and atmosphere without the extra cost. Sea views are worth it if you plan to spend long evenings indoors.

FeaturePlacesShareUsual night
High chair17100%£516
Log burner / fireplace1059%£516
Sea view741%£633

By number of guests

All 17 places fall into one band, sleeping 5 to 6 guests, typically with 3 bedrooms. There is no small cabin option here, so the usual night is for a full house. Split between six people, the cost works out at roughly 85 pounds a person, which makes a group booking far better value than a pair taking the same place. Smaller parties may find the nearby towns offer more choice of size, so it is worth checking those before settling.

SleepsPlacesBedroomsUsual nightPer guest
Sleeps 5-6173£516£86

Prices month by month

Nightly prices stay fairly steady from November to March, rising a little through January and peaking in February. April drops well below the winter months, which makes it the cheapest period in the run of dates. Availability is thin in November and December, with many nights already taken, while January to April is almost fully open. If you want the lowest price and plenty of choice, April is the clearest option. For winter dates around the festive period, book early.

MonthUsual nightNights still free
November 2026 £520 73%
December 2026 £520 83%
January 2027 £536 98%
February 2027 £570 100%
March 2027 £546 99%
April 2027 £323 97%

Around John O Groats

Several nearby places have their own lodge listings. Wick has the most choice of the neighbours and the lowest starting prices, and Thurso is also cheaper to start from. Orkney has 10 places and starts well below John O Groats. Huna, Canisbay and Auckingill have only a few places each, so they suit you if you already know the exact spot. Canisbay and Auckingill sit between the two in price. Looking at these can widen the options if your dates are tight.

FAQs

Are the lodges in John O Groats suitable for couples?

They can be used by couples, but every place sleeps 5 or 6. You would be paying a group-sized price for two people. Wick and Thurso nearby have more varied choices and lower starting prices.

Do the lodges have log burners?

About 6 in 10 do. Those places cost about the same as the usual nightly price. Check the listing for the exact feature before booking.

Which month is cheapest for a stay?

April is clearly cheaper than the winter months in the dates we track. February is the dearest of the months shown. Availability is much better from January onwards.

Are the lodges good for families?

Yes. Every place has a high chair, most have 3 bedrooms and almost all accept dogs. The ratings are high, around 9.1 out of 10.

How much does a lodge or cabin in John O Groats cost?

Based on the prices we check every day, a night in one of these lodges or cabins in John O Groats usually costs £516, and a week in winter around £3,964 (£3,507 the rest of the year). Prices depend mostly on the dates and the size of the property.

Can I bring my dog?

94% of the places on this page accept pets, sometimes for a fee or on request. See also our dog friendly lodges.

What is the largest lodge in John O Groats?

The largest property in this selection sleeps up to 6 guests; the average is 6 guests.

When should I book?

In our data the busiest month is November 2026, with only 73% of nights still free. For Christmas, New Year and school holidays, book several weeks ahead; for a last-minute break, check the dates shown on each property.

Is there a minimum stay?

Many lodges and cottages accept short breaks of 2 to 4 nights, but some only take weekly bookings in peak periods. The calendar on each property page shows the minimum stay night by night.

Keep exploring

Go back to Lodges Highlands to widen your search. You might also like Lodges, Log Cabins & Hot Tub Breaks in Thurso, Lodges in Wick, Lodges, Log Cabins & Hot Tub Breaks in Orkney and Lodges in Huna.