Balkaniel Beach Tours

Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Anna Hamblett
Photo by Anna Hamblett
Beachcombing is a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. So, why not take the kids to Balkaniel Beach to see what you can spot scattered along the seashore?

This stretch of coastline is situated in Balnakeil, a place that has so much on offer! Durness Beach, Smoo Cave, and Balnakiel Craft Village are other interesting sightseeing opportunities close by when you're done at Balkaniel Beach.

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Tigerlily

Tigerlily

4 out of 5
Edinburgh City Centre
Price was $1,219, price is now $873 per person
$873
per person
Feb 17 - Feb 20
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Edinburgh (EDI)
18.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was excellent room staff & breakfast were perfect lovely hotel & Cocktails were amazing.

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

First - Slateford House Apartment

First - Slateford House Apartment

4 out of 5
Merchiston
Price was $3,489, price is now $2,439 per person
$2,439
per person
Dec 26 - Dec 31
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Edinburgh (EDI)
15.2/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
The apartment is very small and a bit far from the center, you need a car or a bus to reach it. The hall is narrow and the bathroom is small, one bedroom is small and barely fits a double bed. There is a hanging bed but it is not equipped and the ladder is broken. The apartment is clean and the kitchen is good but the sheets are worn out. The apartment only fits two people, contrary to what is written that it fits four, but there is no sofa bed, even just a sofa in the hall

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

The Scotsman Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel

4 out of 5
Edinburgh City Centre
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,859, price is now $1,321 per person
$1,321
per person
Feb 12 - Feb 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Edinburgh (EDI)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay at The Scotsman Edinburgh. The staff were warm and helpful. The bathrooms were newly updated, which was great, but there were a few maintenance issues that held the stay back from being a full 5 stars. The shower fixture kept coming off the wall whenever the water pressure was on, and there were several large brown stains on the carpets, which made the room feel a little less luxurious than expected. Overall, it’s a beautiful hotel with great service, and with a few maintenance improvements, it could easily be a perfect 5/5.

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

Popular places to visit

Durness Beach

Durness Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Durness Beach during your travels in Durness? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Durness Beach
If you are in Durness then Smoo cave should be in your list to explore.. there are several views of Smoo caves ... this is one of my favourite taken while walking back to the car park

Smoo Cave

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Smoo Cave, a lovely green space in Durness. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Smoo Cave

Balnakiel Craft Village

3/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Balnakeil when you spend time at Balnakiel Craft Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Balnakiel Craft Village

John Lennon Memorial Garden

Explore the great outdoors at John Lennon Memorial Garden, a lovely green space in Durness. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

John Lennon Memorial Garden

Loch Aisir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Aisir during your travels in Sheigra.

Loch Aisir

Loch na Lerig

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch na Lerig during your travels in Sheigra.

Loch na Lerig

Best Lodging Options Near Balkaniel Beach

BALNAKEIL HOUSE - A-Listed Highland Lodge on the Beach sleeping up to 17

BALNAKEIL HOUSE - A-Listed Highland Lodge on the Beach sleeping up to 17

Balnakeil SCT
BALNAKEIL HOUSE - A-Listed Highland Lodge on the Beach sleeping up to 17
THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.

THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.

Durness SCT
THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.
Gorgeous Cabin In Durness Scottish Highland 3 Minutes walk from Beach

Gorgeous Cabin In Durness Scottish Highland 3 Minutes walk from Beach

Durness Scotland
Gorgeous Cabin In Durness Scottish Highland 3 Minutes walk from Beach
The Lazy Crofter Bunkhouse - Hostel

The Lazy Crofter Bunkhouse - Hostel

4 out of 5
Durine Durness Scotland
The Lazy Crofter Bunkhouse - Hostel
Durness Youth Hostel

Durness Youth Hostel

2 out of 5
Smoo, Lairg Durness Scotland
Durness Youth Hostel
Sangobeag - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Sangobeag - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Durness Lairg
Sangobeag - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms
1 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness

1 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness

Rispond, near Durness
1 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness
4 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness

4 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness

Rispond, near Durness
4 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness
2 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness

2 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness

Rispond, near Durness
2 bedroom accommodation in Rispond, near Durness
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