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The Garrison

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Inverlochy Castle

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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High Street, Fort William, Scotland, PH33 6EE
  • Place, West Highland Way
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West Highland Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Glen Way
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room - Disability Access

Triple Room - Disability Access

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garrison Apartments

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Garrison Suite

Garrison Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Fort William

Fort William retreat .You'll be steps from West Highland Way and a 5-minute walk from Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre. Loch Linnhe and West Highland Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • West Highland Way - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Fort William - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • West Highland Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Glen Way - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Fort of Fort William - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort William Station - 9 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Glen (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Wildcat - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ben Nevis Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Garrison

4-star hotel near Inverlochy Castle
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Garrison also features tour/ticket assistance, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Fort William hotel is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The Garrison offers 41 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 25 to December 27:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Garrison Hotel Fort William
Garrison Fort William
The Garrison Hotel
The Garrison Fort William
The Garrison Hotel Fort William

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Garrison to the airport?

The Garrison is 75.8 mi (125-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Garrison?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Garrison on Jun 30, 2026 start from CA $253, 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 Garrison have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Garrison.

Does The Garrison offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Garrison, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Garrison?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Garrison?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at The Garrison?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day.

Does The Garrison have a pool?

The Garrison does not have a pool.

Does The Garrison have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Garrison to downtown Fort William?

The Garrison is 0.4 mi away from Fort William.

The Garrison Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
central hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, room lovely and clean but only negative was the size of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice welcome and great rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Staff & service
Location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean great location helpful staff Limited parking made it lose a star
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very welcoming! The hotel was very clean, nice decor. A good selection of complimentary snacks were in the room. There was renovations going on but this did not have a negative impact on the stay. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located and close to the high Street. The views were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean spacious room with good facilities & a comfortable bed. The staff were fantastic & kindly treated us to a bottle of prosecco for my wife's birthday as a surprise treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and awesome breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, very nice well equipped rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cyndi Maris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and amenities are superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was comfortable. The staff were courteous and welcoming. It was disappointing that there wasn’t a cooked breakfast on offer but understandable as the refurbishment is ongoing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very comfortable and clean. The staff did a great job making us feel welcomed and making sure that we had everything we needed for our stay. It was a short walk to a great selection of restaurants and bars (pubs). We had a great stay at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of the best breakfast experiences I have had - and I stay away a lot!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean room, good location and modern
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ADAM

Parking not enough due to hotel renovations taking place currently. Be ready to pay £10.00 to park across the road for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Going through renovations. What was served to the room was satisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, good rooms, friendly staff, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel in the heart of fort William
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is being refurbed. No restaurant or bar/lounge. Wasn’t made aware of this for the booking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Garrison apartments were lovely! Clean, great view and everything seemed new! Love laundry availability!! Staff very friendly. Check in was super easy. Recommend for your visit to Fort William
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amazing location right by the end of the West Highland Way Trail.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025