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The Caledonian Hotel

Property class: 3
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Fort William hotel

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A room with a view of a lake and hills, featuring a table with chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.
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A hotel with a parking lot, a view of a lake, and a mountain in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a table with chairs, and a window with curtains.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Achintoe Road, Fort William, Scotland, PH33 6RW
  • Place, Loch Linnhe
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West Highland Way
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverlochy Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (with Loch View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room (with Loch View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(60 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower curtain, and tiled walls.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

DOUBLE WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

double lake view

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Fort William

In Fort William .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Loch Linnhe and 3 miles (5 km) of West Highland Way. Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre and West Highland Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Loch Linnhe - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West Highland Way - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Inverlochy Castle - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Neptune's Staircase - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Nevis Range Mountain Experience - 16 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort William Station - 5 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Glen (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Wildcat - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ben Nevis Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Caledonian Hotel

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Fort William hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Caledonian Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a porter, and an elevator. Free self parking is available.
  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Caledonian Hotel offers 81 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Caledonian Hotel Fort William
Caledonian Fort William
The Caledonian Hotel Hotel
The Caledonian Hotel Fort William
The Caledonian Hotel Hotel Fort William

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Caledonian Hotel to the airport?

The Caledonian Hotel is 77.2 mi (128-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Caledonian Hotel?

As of Oct 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Caledonian Hotel on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $81, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Caledonian Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Caledonian Hotel.

Does The Caledonian Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Caledonian Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Caledonian Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Caledonian Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Caledonian Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Caledonian Hotel have a pool?

The Caledonian Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Caledonian Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Caledonian Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Caledonian Hotel to downtown Fort William?

The Caledonian Hotel is 2.4 mi away from Fort William.

The Caledonian Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 412 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 295 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 144 out of 1329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 1329 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with a bar and restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast and lovely location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, wonderful room, fantastic staff. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean bedroom, staff very helpful, breakfast Amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel as really helpful and friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was very good. Although an older hotel, it seems to be well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, everything was great although a little pricey.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room immaculate, food good, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

We had a lovely stay at the Caledonian Hotel in Fort William. The room was comfortable, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the location was great for exploring the area. We also had breakfast, which was very nice and a great way to start the day. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would be happy to return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice & staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but well-maintained. Staff very friendly and helpful. Restaurant on site with good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and efficient, food good. Lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and clearly recently renovated. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes breakfast area clean and breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent breakfast, lovely staff, room oksy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Rooms need to be modernised. Food and Staff were outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay. Staff very helpful- Receptionist,Bar Man and Waitresses all very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a one night pit stop on way to Skye. Bar food was good and nice singer for entertainment
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel was beautiful and the staff were all very nice and helpful. The breakfast included was very good and the dinner bar menu had good options as well. Overall the place is a very cute, older, beautiful spot for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and attentive staff, good food, clean, comfortable, warm. It's a wee bit of a trek into Fort William. Been before and be there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were fantastic and so friendly. The room, and hotel in general, felt very tired. Food ok!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at the Caledonian Hotel. The room was comfortable, clean, and well maintained. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Parking was convenient, and overall everything was smooth and hassle-free. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast, lovely staff. Lovely location and views
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026