We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Fort William, UK. We have also included accommodation in apartments, guest houses, historic buildings, chalets, boats, holiday homes, country houses and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Chalet.Charming. Nice surroundings. Situated in Fort William in the Highlands region, Bluebell lodge features a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.6 km from Glen Nevis. The chalet is located on the ground floor and comes with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. A private entrance leads guests into the chalet, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests at the chalet can enjoy fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Glenfinnan Station Museum is 20 km from Bluebell lodge, while Loch Linnhe is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 68 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home.Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. Situated in Fort William and only 4.6 km from Glen Nevis, The Old Post House features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 1900, this holiday home is 23 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum and 2.3 km from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery. The property is non-smoking and is located 22 km from Loch Linnhe. The holiday home has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a patio with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. West Highland Museum is 5.6 km from the holiday home, while Steall Waterfall is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 65 km from The Old Post House.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most CHARMING AND CREATIVE holiday homes in Fort William. It also has a great location.
Country House.Highly elegant. Great bar. Set amongst the beautiful Scottish West Highlands scenery, 19th-century Inverlochy is an award-winning luxury hotel and restaurant. Fort William town centre is just 6.4 km away. All of the individually designed rooms have sumptuous decor, with a TV, CD player and a private bathroom. The Menu features modern British cuisine which is internationally recognised by all major guides. We have been awarded AA 3 Red Rosettes. A DVD player and Play Station 2 are available on request. Striking mountainside views may be enjoyed. Leisure activities at Inverlochy include tennis, fishing and clay pigeon shooting. Free WiFi internet access and free parking are available.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most elegant and historic country house in Fort William. It also has an amazing hotel bar!
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Great value. Popular among women. Buccleuch Guest House offers a beautiful Highland setting, on the shores of Loch Linnhe and just 5 minutes’ walk from Fort William. This charming guest house has a lounge and free WiFi. The surrounding hills are ideal for hiking, and the beautiful Great Glen with the famous Ben Nevis is approximately 3 miles away. Each bright, attractive room at Buccleuch Guest House combines Victorian features with high ceilings, wooden furnishings and modern décor. All rooms have a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. Continental breakfast is available. You can enjoy tea and coffee in the lounge, where there is also a collection of books. Fort William Railway Station is just 2 minutes’ drive from the Buccleuch. Inverness is less than 70 miles away, while the West-Coast town of Oban can be reached in just over an hour by car.Show full description
Apartment.Very cosy. Gorgeous surroundings. Boasting garden views, Birch Hollow, Fort William with outdoor fire pit features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 6.3 km from Glen Nevis. Featuring private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The spacious apartment with a terrace and mountain views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Skiing, cycling and fishing are possible within the area, and the apartment offers ski storage space. Loch Linnhe is 23 km from Birch Hollow, Fort William with outdoor fire pit, while Glenfinnan Station Museum is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 67 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most cosy, lively and relaxing apartment in Fort William. WOW!
Guest House.Very stylish. Great bar. Popular among women. Located in Fort William and only 4.3 km from Glen Nevis, Torlinnhe Guest House provides accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is situated 14 km from Loch Linnhe and offers a housekeeping service. Guests can make use of a garden. The guest house features some units with garden views, and every unit has a private bathroom. At the guest house, certain units are equipped with a coffee machine and chocolates or cookies. Glenfinnan Station Museum is 30 km from the guest house, while West Highland Museum is 3.1 km away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 57 km from Torlinnhe Guest House.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most STYLISH guest houses in Fort William.
Bed and Breakfast.Hip. Great location. Set in Fort William, Achintee Farm Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi and TV, as well as a garden. A fridge and kettle are also featured. We serve a cooked breakfast which is served in the dining room from 7:30 until 9 a.m. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Ben Nevis is 100 metres from Achintee Farm Guest House, while Glen Nevis is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 43 km from the accommodation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the coolest bed and breakfast in Fort William.
Apartment.Beautiful. Superb interior design. Offering a garden and mountain view, tulips is situated in Fort William, 13 km from Loch Linnhe and 31 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some fruits and chocolates or cookies. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.6 km from Glen Nevis. The property offers lake views. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. West Highland Museum is 3.4 km from the apartment, while Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 6.2 km away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 57 km from tulips.Show full description
Guest House.Elegant. Great bar. Situated in a quiet location on the hillside above the town of Fort William, Lochview House has panoramic views over Loch Linnhe and offers cooked breakfasts and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served in the Garden Room from 8:00 until 09:00. The Lochview cooked breakfast is mainly sourced locally, and lighter options such as cereal and fruit are also available. Each room at Lochview has an en suite bathroom or shower room. Other amenities include a flat-screen TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Garden Room has panoramic views of the loch, and the guest lounge has a range of games, books and information on what to see and do in the local area. There are also secure facilities for bikes and free parking at the property. Only 10 minutes’ walk from Fort William town centre, Lochview House is a short drive from Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain.Show full description
Apartment.Unique. Great location. Boasting river views, Highland Self Catering Retreat With Stunning Views offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 5 km from Glen Nevis. Featuring sea and mountain views, this apartment also features free WiFi. The spacious apartment is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fort William, like fishing and hiking. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Loch Linnhe. Guests can take in the views of the lake from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Glenfinnan Station Museum is 22 km from Highland Self Catering Retreat With Stunning Views, while Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 2.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 66 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Great views. Popular among women. Nestled within 3 acres of gardens and woodland, Torbeag House boasts magnificent views of Ben Nevis and the Great Glen. With free WiFi and free onsite parking, the property is just 5 miles from Fort William and a 5-minute walk from the Caledonian Canal. Featuring views of the mountains, each spacious room features a flat-screen TV, a seating area, storage and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms are en suite. Breakfast is served in the guest lounge, which offers a full picture window looking out to Ben Nevis and the Nevis Range Ski resort on Aonach Mor. Breakfasts include full Scottish or lighter alternatives on request. Torbeag House is ideally located for visiting the Island of Skye, Glen Coe and Loch Ness. The Jacobite Steam train, as seen in the Harry Potter films, is a 15-minute drive away. Wildlife tours leave daily in season from Fort William or guests can relax on the many West Coast beaches. A number of historic Castles and Whisky Distilleries are a short drive from Torbeag House.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most beautiful bed and breakfasts in Fort William.
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Lovely interior design. Located in Fort William and only 3 km from Glen Nevis, Ashburn House provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The 4-star bed and breakfast features lake views and is 15 km from Loch Linnhe. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast features certain units with mountain views, and each unit has a kettle. The units include a wardrobe. Guests can also relax in the garden. Glenfinnan Station Museum is 29 km from the bed and breakfast, while West Highland Museum is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 59 km from Ashburn House.Show full description
Guest House. At the start of Glen Nevis, 10 minutes’ walk from Fort William town centre and 1 mile from Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain, this guest house offers Scottish breakfasts and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served in the conservatory and includes porridge or a hearty cooked option. The eggs are locally sourced and if you need to leave early, a packed breakfast can be requested. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with soap and a hairdryer. Other facilities include a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. Ben Nevis Distillery is less than a 5-minute drive from Ben Nevis Guest House and guests can also try canoeing, diving, sailing, climbing, hiking, canyoning and skiing in the area. There is free parking and a secure undercover area for bikes at the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Nice style. Situated in Fort William, near West Highland Museum, Whinburn Guest House is a historic bed and breakfast that features a garden. The property has mountain and lake views, and is 2.5 km from Glen Nevis. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. A flat-screen TV with streaming services is available. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Loch Linnhe is 16 km from the bed and breakfast, while Glenfinnan Station Museum is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 60 km from Whinburn Guest House.Show full description
Chalet.Romantic. Great views. Situated in Fort William and only 16 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum, Chalet Blaich features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 15 km from Glenfinnan Monument, 16 km from Glenfinnan Viaduct and 27 km from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery. The property is non-smoking and is set 29 km from Glen Nevis. The chalet features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. The property has an outdoor dining area. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the chalet can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. West Highland Museum is 30 km from Chalet Blaich, while Steall Waterfall is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 72 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Trendy. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Situated in Fort William and only 3 km from Glen Nevis, Corrieview Barn features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has river and garden views, and is 20 km from Loch Linnhe. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. The 1-bedroom apartment features a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. Skiing, cycling and hiking are possible within the area, and Corrieview Barn offers ski storage space. Glenfinnan Station Museum is 25 km from the accommodation, while Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 600 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 64 km from Corrieview Barn.Show full description
This apartment is popular among couples travelling to Fort William.
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Popular among couples. Situated 5 miles away from Fort William, Torcastle House Bed and Breakfast is accessed via a 20-metre tunnel under the Caledonian Canal. The family-run bed and breakfast with 2 rooms offers free parking and easy access to the nearby Ben Nevis Mountain, only 10 miles away, where guests can enjoy mountain biking, trekking, and skiing. The Ben Nevis Distillery, 10 minutes’ drive away, arranges guided tours around the whisky distiller, established nearly 180 years ago. The spacious rooms feature free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and en suite bathroom with luxury toiletries and bathrobes. Some rooms have an iPod docking station and a separate dining room. In the living room, with its far-reaching views of the countryside, guests can enjoy breakfast and spot the local flora and wildlife. Cafés and restaurants serving Scottish specialities can be found in Fort William. With stunning views of the surrounding mountain and countryside, guests at Torcastle House can also enjoy excursions by boat to the nearby islands of Skye, Eigg, Canna, Rum and Muck. Fort William Golf Club is only 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Guest House.Cool. Great value. Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, The Brevins Guest House offers accommodation in Fort William. Free private parking is available on site. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. Ben Nevis is 0.5 km from The Brevins Guest House, while West Highland Museum is 1.4 km away.Show full description
Apartment.Lovely property. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. Offering a garden and river view, Alt-an Retreat Lodge overlooking loch linnhe is located in Fort William, 14 km from Loch Linnhe and 30 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. The property is soundproof and is set 4 km from Glen Nevis. Guests can take in the views of the lake from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. West Highland Museum is 2.8 km from the apartment, while Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 5.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 58 km from Alt-an Retreat Lodge overlooking loch linnhe.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Popular among women. Situated in Fort William and only 5.1 km from Glen Nevis, Braeburn Guesthouse features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is located 22 km from Loch Linnhe and offers a housekeeping service. You can play darts at the bed and breakfast. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and walk-in shower. The bed and breakfast provides some units with lake views, and each unit includes a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and Braeburn Guesthouse can arrange a bicycle rental service. Glenfinnan Station Museum is 22 km from the accommodation, while Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 66 km from Braeburn Guesthouse.Show full description
We try to keep this list very up to date. It was last edited in January 2024. You can help us make this page better, for example by letting us know of a unique hotel that should be on the list. Click here to get in touch. Thanks!
Check out these other cool hotel lists for Fort William: