Fort William: Guide, Hotels, Map & Photos
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GBP 55 - 150 Lime Tree An Ealdhain
 Situated in picturesque Fort William, The Lime Tree An Ealdhain offers spacious accommodation in the Highlands of Scotland. It has its own art gallery… MoreGBP 35 - 90 Invernevis B&B
 Overlooking beautiful Loch Linnhe, Invernevis B&B is just half a mile from Fort William centre. With cooked breakfasts and scenic views, there is also… MoreGBP 213 - 695 Inverlochy Castle Hotel
 Set amongst the beautiful Scottish West Highlands scenery, 19th-century Inverlochy is an award-winning luxury hotel and restaurant. Fort William town … MoreGBP 60 - 130 Moorings Hotel
 The Moorings lies alongside the Caledonian Canal at the famous Neptune´s Staircase. One of Fort Williams´ finest establishments, Moorings … MoreGBP 85 - 185 Nevis Bank Inn
 The Nevis Bank Inn is a 4-star hotel located on the banks of the river Nevis, 4 miles from Ben Nevis. Large rooms have en suite bathrooms and free Wi-… MoreGBP 45 - 118 Westhaven Bed And Breakfast
 Just 2 miles from Fort William town centre, The Westhaven offers 4-star bed and breakfast accommodation, on the shore of Loch Linnhe. There are stunni… MoreGBP 43 - 128 The Best Western Imperial Hotel
 The Imperial Hotel is situated in the heart of Fort William offering the best of accommodation, service and standards. All rooms are furnished to a ve… MoreGBP 41 - 123 Premier Inn Fort William
 In the heart of Fort William, close to the train station and West Highland Museum, this Premier Inn is an ideal base for exploring Ben Nevis and the s… MoreGBP 55 - 108 Distillery Guest House
 The Distillery Guest House stands at the foot of Ben Nevis in Fort William. It has a patio with panoramic countryside views and a lounge with free whi… MoreGBP 30 - 160 Cruachan Hotel
 The Cruachan combines its traditional Scottish character with modern comforts and an enviable location overlooking Loch Linnhe and the Morvern Hills b… MoreGBP 49 - 99 Ashburn House
 Overlooking the shore of Loch Linnhe and with magnificent views of the Ardgour Hills, this Victorian guest house is just 5 minutes’ walk from the to… MoreGBP 63 - 120 Aros Ard Bed & Breakfast
 This high-quality B&B has stunning views across Loch Linnhe and the Ardgour Hills. It is a 10-minute walk from the town centre with easy access to Hig… MoreGBP 49 - 139 Alexandra Hotel
 The Alexandra Hotel, part of the very fabric of Fort William, since 1876. Close to the shops and other amenities.
The Alexandra provides tradition… MoreGBP 35 - 55 Bank Street Lodge
 The Bank Street Lodge is a motel style accommodation based in Fort William Town Centre. Full en-suite rooms available on a room only basis.
Ideally … MoreGBP 40 - 102 Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club
 Situated only one mile from Fort William, Ben Nevis Hotel and Leisure Club offers a restaurant, a bar, free parking and a heated indoor swimming-pool.… MoreGBP 40 - 90 Campfield House
 Perfectly situated on the shores of Loch Linnhe, Campfield House is a friendly, family- run bed and breakfast, 3 miles (4.8 km) from Fort William.
Al… MoreGBP 72 - 97 Blythedale Bed & Breakfast
 This 4-star B&B is in a quiet area overlooking Loch Linnhe, less that 1 km from Fort William town centre. It has a garden, guest lounge and pleasant r… MoreGBP 70 - 1,051 6 Caberfeidh
 This family-run establishment is 5 minutes’ walk from train and bus stations, and 2 minutes’ walk from the High Street and restaurants.
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Fort William: Guide
Sitting at the head of Loch Linnhe, a sea loch, and at the foot of Ben Nevis, Fort William is the major town of the South Western Scottish Highlands, Scotland. The High Street is the heart of the town - here one will find most of the shops, pubs and restaurants and at its northern end, beyond the bypass, the bus and railway stations.
Get in
By bus
Several coaches a day run to and from Glasgow, Oban, Kyle of Lochalsh, the Skye | Isle of Skye and Inverness. One a day runs to Mallaig and in summer a couple also go to Kingussie and Aviemore.
Local buses run to Kinlochleven via Glencoe.
By train
Several trains a day run to and from Glasgow via Crianlarich and Loch Lomond on the spectacular West Highland Railway and continue on the even more scenic route to Mallaig.
Get around
The centre of Fort William is small enough to get around on foot.
In summer local buses run to Glen Nevis Youth Hostel.
Scottish Highland Tours,Telephone (+44) (0)1397 704901, offers tours from Fort William in luxury buses and also offers taxis and cars from Fort William.
See
Soak in the views along the Loch-side
Climb Ben Nevis - the highest mountain in Britain. The summit is 4400 foot high with some dangerous sections very near the path to the summit. It is essential that a waterproof map and compass is carried as well as warm clothing and waterproofs. A leaflet, "Navigation on Ben Nevis", is available free in Fort William.
In winter, skiing and snowboarding at the nearby Nevis Range , with a gondala and chairlifts up the hill.
In summer, there are cross country and downhill mountain bike courses at Nevis Range. The UCI mountain bike World Cup has been hosted here several times.
From March to October one can start the Great glen way|Great Glen Way walk to Inverness from Fort William.
Steam train from Fort William to Mallaig Operates from 17th June to 4th October. The train leaves Fort William at 10:20am and returns to Fort William at 4:00pm with an hour and a half in Mallaig. It crosses the famous 21 arch Glenfinnan viaduct and stops at the village of Glenfinnan where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard in 1745. Fare: £27 standard and £40 first class. Telephone +44 (0) 1524 737751 /737753.
Shops on the High Street offer a wide choice of Scottish dresses, woollenware, mementoes and of course Scotch Whisky. Each clan has a particular design and colour, and the wide variety is generally on display. Many of the tour operators bringing in tourists provide a lunch break at Fort William, long enough for more than just a look at the variety.
Food is basically meat-based. Fish is also available. Those who want to avoid both have to look for vegetable sandwiches, croissants and salads.
It is Scotland and so one need not worry about availability of drinks. The in-thing is single malt whisky but tourists also have a wide choice of popular branded blends. Note that, as in many other Scottish towns, it is illegal to drink in public places like the High Street.
Chase The Wild Goose Hostel . Located on the Great Glen Way just 2½ miles from Fort William and the West Highland Way, and within the village of Banavie, is Scotland’s newest Backpackers’ Hostel, providing accommodation for Walkers, Cyclists, individuals on Activity Holidays, Families and Groups. Enjoy a relaxing break to the Scottish Highlands. £9.50-£14.50/night. Be inspired...!
Bank Street Lodge good quality hostel accommodation in the town centre. Dorm beds from £11/night
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel . Several kilometres from town, but convenient for Ben Nevis and the West Highland Way.
Farr Cottage - Dorm beds between £12-£15 a night. Private/group rooms also available
MacBackPackers . 5 minute walk from town. Standard backpacker hostel, £12-£13/night, smaller rooms available. Staff are friendly and there is standard breakfast for a small fee in the self-service kitchen.
Huntingtower Lodge, Druimarbin, Fort William, PH33 6RP, Telephone +44(0)1397 700079 Email:info.ht@huntingtower.co.uk. Prices start at £4 per person and go up to £75 per night for a double occupancy room. It is only room rent. Breakfast extra.
St Anthonys, Argyll Road, Fort William, PH33 6LF, Telephone: +44 (0)1397 708496, Email welcome@stanthonysfortwilliam.co.uk, B&B tariffs start at £25 per person per night with discounts for children aged under 15. There is no charge for children aged under 5.
Rhanna, Albyn Drive, Corpach, Fort William, PH33 7LT, Telephone +44 (0) 1397 772127. Email rhannab&b@gilmore4444.fsworld.co.uk. B&B cost per person per night from £25.
Burntree House, Lochview Drive, Lochview Estate, Fort William PH33 6UP, Telephone/ Fax: +44 (0) 1397 701735 Mobile +44 (0) 7833586323. Single Room: £30.00 - £39.00, Double Room: £45.00- £60.00, Family Room: £60.00 - £79.00.
Mansefield House, Corpach, Fort William PH33 7LT, Telephone: +44 (0)1397 772262, E-mail: mansefield@btinternet.com Rates: £ 24-30 per person per night.
The Moorings Hotel, Banavie, Fort William PH33 7LY, Telephone: +44 (0) 1397 772 797, Fax: +44 (0) 1397 772 441, E-mail - reservations@moorings-fortwilliam.co.uk. Bed & Breakfast Rate: from £ 39-£ 67 per person per night.
Glen Nevis campsite Maybe not the cheapest, but good facilities in very nice scenery. Be warned that it can have a lot of midgies!
Fort William is at the end (for most people) of the West Highland Way long-distance footpath from Glasgow.
The scenic links Fort William with Mallaig passing Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Loch Ness is a popular tourist site on the A82 road to Inverness.
Glencoe – stunning views, amongst the best in the highlands.
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There is an Internet cafe in the High Street, also free Internet access in the library.