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Alba Sunrise offers accommodations in Keiss, 4.2 miles from Sinclair's Bay and 10 miles from The Castle Gardens of Mey. This guest house provides free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. The guest house offers garden views and a picnic area. At the guest house, all units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The guest house features certain units with sea views, and units come with a kettle. At the guest house, some units are allergy-free. Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries, and fruit are available daily at the guest house. Guests at Alba Sunrise can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Wick John O’Groats Airport, 8.7 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Keiss
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  • Martha
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful & convenient location. We were so lucky to see the aurora borealis while there. I wasn’t able to get pictures with my phone, & the hosts kindly shared there’s with us & were very informative about the event. Loved our room & the sheep in...
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was splendid and ideally situated on A99/A9 "round trip" to all points North. Room was clean and comfy with all necessary facilities. Great choice of breakfasts. Hosts were in our case very accommodating given the problems they were...
  • Stuart
    China China
    Wonderful hosts – friendly and attentive. Excellent breakfast. Room was clean, modern and comfortable with thoughtful touches. Lots of open space and great view out towards the ocean. Would come back!

Managed by Owain & Katie

Company review score: 9.9Based on 503 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

The property boasts stunning sea views from the breakfast room and guest bed rooms. It has a garden and outdoor seating area for guests to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. There is ample free parking at the property. The property offers free wifi. Rooms are finished to a high standard and they are modern and spacious, each including a private bathroom with towels and toiletries. There is a TV, mini fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and a hairdryer in each room. For breakfast, guests can help themselves to the continental breakfast buffet as well as ordering from the freshly cooked menu. Vegetarian and vegan options are available and other dietary requirements can easily be catered for. Guests will enjoy a delicious breakfast in a relaxing room offering stunning views of the sea and the countryside.

Neighborhood info

The property is located in Nybster and is within walking distance of a beach as well as the remains of Nybster broch. The village of Keiss is 1 mile away, including a pub that serves food as well Keiss Castle and the stunning golden beaches of Sinclair's bay. The property is 7.5 miles from John O'Groats making it a great stop over for LEJOG route or to catch a ferry to Orkney islands from the local ferry ports. The famous Duncansby stacks are just a short distance from John O'Groats - a spectacular sight not to be missed! Further along the NC500 road, guests can visit Dunnet head (Mainland Britain's most northerly point), as well as the stunning golden sands of Dunnet bay. Next to Dunnet bay, guests can enjoy exploring the trails of Dunnet Forest. Wick is 9 miles away and includes many amenities such as shops, restaurants, train station and an airport. The property is an excellent base to explore the stunning county of Caithness. Guests can enjoy a range of outdoor activities in the local area, such as birdwatching, fishing, hiking, cycling, surfing or they can simply enjoy exploring the numerous beaches, lochs, inland wetlands and historical sites that the area has to offer.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Alba Sunrise
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Good free Wifi 38 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Alba Sunrise takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£40 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£40 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club Cash is not accepted Alba Sunrise accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Alba Sunrise of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Alba Sunrise

  • Check-in at Alba Sunrise is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Room options at Alba Sunrise include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family

  • Alba Sunrise offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach

  • The prices at Alba Sunrise may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Alba Sunrise is 1.6 miles from the center of Keiss. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Alba Sunrise is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Guests staying at Alba Sunrise can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free