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Glentower Lower Observatory

4.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse by sea in Fort William

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | View from room
View from property
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Front of property
Overlooking the sea, Glentower Lower Observatory offers a warm welcome with cooked-to-order breakfast and a serene garden. Connect to WiFi, unwind in the reception hall or enjoy luggage storage for your convenience.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower

Why we love this property

Breakfast included
This guesthouse serves complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast. Morning meals are prepared fresh upon request, giving guests a personalized start to the day.
Sleep in style
Drift off into dreamland on hypo-allergenic bedding in curated guestrooms. Each space boasts individual decor for a truly unique experience.

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Achintore Road, Fort William, Scotland, PH33 6RQ

What's nearby

  • West Highland Way - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Great Glen Way - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Inverlochy Castle - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Ben Nevis Distillery - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Neptune's Staircase - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 120 min drive
  • Banavie Station - 7 min drive
  • Corpach Station - 9 min drive
  • Fort William Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Great Glen (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Wildcat - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ben Nevis Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Glentower Lower Observatory

Glentower Lower Observatory puts you within a 15-minute drive of Ben Nevis. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 8 AM and 9 AM.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 10
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8 AM–9 AM

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ski area nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

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

Also known as

Glentower Lower Observatory Guesthouse Fort William
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Frequently asked questions

Does Glentower Lower Observatory offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Glentower Lower Observatory does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Glentower Lower Observatory?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Glentower Lower Observatory?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Glentower Lower Observatory?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Glentower Lower Observatory and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Glentower Lower Observatory also has a garden.

What's the area around Glentower Lower Observatory like?

Glentower Lower Observatory is a short 1-minute walk from Loch Linnhe and 6 minutes' walk from West Highland Way.

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