Glentower Lower Observatory

2nd September 2024:

Everything about this B&B is exceptional. From the warm welcome we received from the owner, to the immaculate reception, our beautifully furnished spacious room with fabulous bathroom, bed, view, and facilities. Breakfast was also first class, beautiful room, friendly staff, and great food. Nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely stay here again. Thoroughly recommended!

Would Recommend: Yes

28th August 2024:

It was truly an amazing experience! Everything was perfectly in order, great service, great breakfast, super clean and well kept room. We even could ask for an ice pack for my sore knee.

Restaurant: The Silly Goose!! Things to do: the gondola from the Ben Nevis Mountain Range, climb Cow Hill, take the West Highland Railway...

Would Recommend: Yes

28th August 2024:

Fabulous location, lovely helpful staff, fabulous rooms with luxury shower and body products. The best breakfasts.

Forluxury goodies Highland Soap Co. For food Spice Lounge and local restaurants Grog and Gruel Pub Trip to Skye or Malaig or both. Fantastic scenery whatever the weather, bring a wet weather coat and some warm boots and get out and enjoy what this fabulous area has to offer, undeniable beauty!

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2024:

very nice place to stay. the room was very comfortable. we were lucky to be in the tower of this lovely house. Catriona & Trevor are very professional and welcomed us very well. There is a friendly atmosphere in this pretty house!!! 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

BEN NEVIS BAR & RESTAURANT : très bien. Venir tôt car Il y a beaucoup de monde. Et beaucoup d'attente. THE TAVERN :accueil parfait et tres boennne carte SPICE TANDORI : Excellent Restaurant Indien. Beaucoup d'attente entre 19 heures et 20 heures. Mais si vous savez attendre, vous pourrez profiter de la grande salle à l’étage Avec vue sur le port.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th August 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

19th August 2024:

This is by far the best place we have ever stayed at. Beautiful room with a beautiful view. Hosts are super friendly and happy to have a chat with you . Super accommodating. We couldn’t make breakfast as we were climbing Ben Nevis early so they made us a pack lunch each .such a nice thing to do . We felt very at home . Thankyou for making our time here memorable. Would love to return one day .

Perfect location . Short walk to high street. 10 min drive to Ben Nevis visitor centre . Parking on site

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2024:

Glentower is a fabulous bed and breakfast that any traveler should be lucky to stay at. The staff and proprietors are wonderful and help make you feel at home. Could with that the rooms and beautiful, immaculately maintained, and offer stunning views of the loch.

Be wary of the Ben Nev weather. It is as bad, if not worse, than what you are warned about. Approach with extreme caution and consider an alternative, easier hike.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th August 2024:

Thank you for your lovely warm welcome.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th August 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd August 2024:

Wonderful Stay, Lovely hosts.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

28th July 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th July 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

19th July 2024:

Great location - super easy to reach everything in town. Wonderful hosts! Super nice accommodation. More rooms than I expected, but each was roomy and quiet. The hot breakfast was huge and well-prepared. Perhaps because it was all prepared on the same griddle, everything tasted a bit of lamb (eggs, ham, and sausage). Other than that, it was a really great breakfast.

The host has all the gouge and provided great recommendations. The Geographer was a great dinner. Book your Jacobite Steam Train tix waaaay in advance. If you are attempting day-of tix, arrive by 0815 to be at the head of the queue and expect that they will only have 8-10 last minute tix.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th July 2024:

The b&b was convenient to the main central. The view was incredible. It was roomy, the breakfasts were great.

It is worth a trip to Mallig. The local pubs serve great food.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2024:

Very friendly Owners, Big room and big bathroom, feels like true Scotland

Would Recommend: Yes

9th July 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2024:

Fantastic accommodation and service 5 star all the way. Thank you so much for such an enjoyable stay in Fort William in such a magnificent building. You could not have been more welcoming and this would always be top of the list for me if I am in the area again.

Make use of the guide book in the room and ask Catriona or Trevor for any other info. Try the Black Isle Bar and Cinema Bar, very good food at very reasonable prices and excellent service. Also try Nevis bakery in high street

Would Recommend: Yes

We are gad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return.

1st July 2024:

Great welcome from our host. Staff very efficient and friendly. Room lovely and very comfortable.

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay

27th June 2024:

Everything was lovely

Try The Silly Goose restaurant and maybe the boat trip on the Loch

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay

13th June 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay

13th June 2024:

Everything was perfect!!! Great advice on sites to see and navigating restaurants.

The Jacobite train seemed to be a madhouse (due to no afternoon train at the moment). Probably wise to set people’s expectations low on getting “same day” tickets right now.

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay.

26th May 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2024:

Very friendly and welcoming, even laughed at my jokes! We were only booked for three nights but suffered a severe case, and I mean SEVERE, of food poisoning from a local restaurant (see below) and they kindly made our room available for an extra day as we were unable to travel. Even made a trip to the pharmacy for medicine and late night toast as we hadn’t eaten all day!

Great selection of restaurants a 5 minute walk to the high street, but ESSENTIAL to book during peak times to avoid queues. N.B. We may have been unlucky, but recommend avoiding the Chinese Palace.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2024:

A comfortable stay, very well looked after indeed.

Make sure you try the Haggis for breakfast, it is wonderful.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2024:

Wonderful rooms, we were lucky enough to have the loch view. Couldn’t have had better hosts, great recommendations for things to do in the area, and overall just great conversations.

The Silly Goose was our favorite meal in Fort William.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th May 2024:

We have stayed at Glentower several times and love coming back. Beautiful house and outlook, spacious and well furnished bedrooms and lovely dining room. Delicious breakfasts with plenty of choice. And a very warm welcome from hosts Trevor and Catriona. We look forward to returning as soon as we can.

Would Recommend: Yes

Thankyou so much for your lovely review Mr & Mrs Graham. It is always our pleasure to have you stay with us at Glentower & we look forward to seeing you again soon.

3rd May 2024:

Dicht bij de hoofdstraat. Mooi uitzicht op de baai. Ontbijt zeer goed en voldoende.

Goed als startpunt omgeving brouwerij Ben Nevis maar ook de Berg zelf. Leuke trip met auto naar Glenfidisch (Stoomtrein Harry Potter)

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay

1st May 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay.

23rd April 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

10th April 2024:

Trevor was an excellent host. Gave us some great ideas of sites to see. The room, location and breakfast are all wonderful. Highly recommend.

Crofters, The Tavern and Ben Nevis on High St were all good choices for dinner. The Ben Nevis distillery tour and train to Mallaig are must-dos.

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay

7th April 2024:

Beautiful room was spotless. Hosts were so welcoming and accommodating even giving us a packed lunch/breakfast when we had to leave very early to catch our train.

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay

19th October 2023:

Wonderful B&B. The room was large and roomy with lovely, locally produced toiletries in the bathroom. The breakfast were freshly cooked and superb. Would definitely recommend this B&B.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th October 2023:

A lovely place to stay. Convenient for central Fort William and the Jacobean Railway.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th October 2023:

A truly wonderful place to stay. Large nicely decorated rooms, views of the loch, large bathrooms, comfy beds. Extremely lovely and welcoming hosts. We arrived very wet from a rain storm and they offered to get our clothing dried. Easy walk to the shops and restaurants. Excellent breakfast. A perfect stay.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd October 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd October 2023:

We were made to feel very welcome by both of the proprieters on our arrival. The room was excellent, immaculate and very comfortable. Although the weather was very wet and windy it was nice to have a room overlooking the water. We were close to all the amenities in the town. We were very comfortable for our two night stay and would not hesitate to use this B&B again in the future. The breakfast was delicious with plenty of choice.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd October 2023:

Excellent service and location. Warm and friendly atmosphere. Owners and staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Great value with parking onsite included. Short walk to town and train station.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th September 2023:

Everything was as you would expect. A .ost enjoyable stay.

Would Recommend: No

28th September 2023:

We had a lovely stay at the Glentower Lower Observatory, very clean, great breakfast . We enjoyed sitting at the front watching the sunset.

The Ben Nevis and the Black Isles are good places for a drink and food. The Jacobite train is a great day out with amazing views. The seal watching boat trip is fun with lots of local knowledge.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2023:

Such a lovely place - the room was very clean, the owners were wonderful and provided useful sightseeing information, and the view was stunning. Good range of choices for breakfast and very tasty. The history of the building as an observatory is very interesting too.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th September 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

15th September 2023:

Wonderful hosts! Beautifully appointed rooms. Great location. Yummy breakfasts. Didn’t want to leave.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2023:

I'd seen Glentower on a previous visit to Fort William and was very excited to get the opportunity to stay there this time. Kevin and Catriona were lovely, packing me up a takeaway bag when I had to leave earlier than the usual breakfast time - though I look forward to sampling their cooking next time I'm in town! The rooms are beautifully appointed and the setting couldn't be more picturesque. In short, a lovely stay.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th September 2023:

Really helpful staff and owners are so friendly and gave excellent pointers regarding local attractions. Room was so lovely overlooking the loch, breakfasts really good.

We used Fort William as a base to visit Loch Ness and the gondola up Anoch Mor, really worth it. Local pubs - the Black Isle and the local cinema cafe in the town centre very much worth a visit. Highland museum worth a visit also.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th September 2023:

Very welcoming hosts and lovely place

Jacobite train, Glenfinnan

Would Recommend: Yes

9th September 2023:

Trevor and Katrina were a real pleasure to meet and talk with. The whole staff was exceptional.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th September 2023:

We had a lovely, quiet stay. The hosts were so welcoming and helpful. The room was spacious and well appointed. Breakfast was just the thing to stay us off. We highly recommend this charming spot

Would Recommend: Yes

8th September 2023:

We really enjoyed the stay at the Glentower Lower Observatory.

Good Indian Restaurant in Main Street. Interesting golf course at Fort Willam Golf Cub.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th September 2023:

Thanks for the smile and the appreciated warm welcome

Would Recommend: Yes

5th September 2023:

The hosts Catorina and Trevor were very warm, friendly and welcoming. Upon reaching Catorina welcomed us with a big smile. Before showing us our room she gave us a map and marked on it places we definitely should try to see during our stay. Every evening when we came back, if the hosts were around, they made sure to ask about our day. The property is very tastefully decorated. The room was beautiful with a keen attention to detail and high standards. The toiletries and short bread were from the best shops in town. But it was the small details that showed the love and pride the couple have in ensuring an extremely comfortable stay for the guests; from the sleep well mask, to the sewing kit, under floor heating in the toilet to the rubber stoppers at the edge of tables , it seemed they had thought of everything .A comprehensive list of restaurants and to do things was also provided. We highly recommend this place and would love to return

Restaurants should be booked especially on the weekends as we couldn’t find a table on our last day. Ben Nevis pub and the Grog and Gruel are good. In Arisaig must try the restaurant at The old Library lodge Ben Nevis Gondola, Jacobite train, boat cruise. At Glenfinnan try to go to the view point 20 mins from the parking for best photo views of the The Jacobite steam train

Would Recommend: Yes

1st September 2023:

The city center can be reached in a short walk, friendly support from the hosts with good tips for restaurants and excursions, tastefully furnished, comfortable room with loch views, good breakfast.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2023:

We had a fantastic four night stay in August 2023. It's a superb location on Loch Linnie at the foorhills of Ben Nevis. A warm welcome will greet you on your arrival from Trevor and Katrina.

It's just five minutes walk from the centre if Fort William where there's loads of great places for an evening meal.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2023:

Terrific location and very friendly service.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th August 2023:

Trevor and Catriona are a great hosting team. They immediately respond to requests from recommendations to getting containers of ice etc. Their staff is extremely helpful also.

Best to have a car or rent one in town to open up your site-seeing adventures.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2023:

The rooms are beautiful and very comfortable. The breakfast is delicious, although I wasn't brave enough to risk the haggis. The property is easy to find, and it's a very short and scenic walk into town.

Probably not everybody's cup of tea, but we spent an enjoyable hour in the ruins of Fort William. The history is well explained, and as an added bonus there are scenic views of Ben Nevis if the clouds clear away.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th August 2023:

Location near to the center of the city, outstanding room, very friendly staff !

Would Recommend: Yes

12th August 2023:

Trevor and Katrina are superb hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. The fantastic breakfasts were a wonderful start to the day. The location is perfect with a sea view and just 5 mins walk to the town.

Would Recommend: Yes

8th August 2023:

It was a pleasure staying there! I think the only recommendation I have is: during the checkin process, remind us that we need to checkout and pay the next morning. We weren’t sure what was needed to checkout as many b&bs just have a key drop.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st August 2023:

We felt incredibly fortunate to have discovered this absolute treasure! Everything about your place was great. I don’t usually use so many superlatives to describe things, but your place rates it. Thank you for your helpfulness and your kindness. We hope that we are able to visit again.

Marvelous accommodations and owners. So much to enjoy in Ft William. We made a trip up to Loch Ness and Culloden. Great sites.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

28th July 2023:

Perfect place! Comfortable, spotless, tasteful, lovely views and very nice breakast. Hosts are friendly and kind as well as helpful!

Great hiking

Would Recommend: Yes

26th July 2023:

Very warm and welcoming, B&B is immaculate, breakfast is great. Very nicely situated for exploring locally.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st July 2023:

Lovely room, exceptional view, lovely hosts!

Short walk into town for shops and restaurants! Also train station handy if wanting to take trip to Malaig!

Would Recommend: Yes

20th July 2023:

Really good clean and nice place. Staff is amazing. Breakfast served down daily with all what you need.

Infront of the place is the west end park which has boat tours

Would Recommend: Yes

19th July 2023:

Wonderful staff and owners. Beautiful view of Loch from room. Highly recommended.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th July 2023:

Great B&B, hotel class service. Perfect location to step into town.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th July 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

17th July 2023:

Le couple de propriétaires est adorable, le personnel très compétent et souriant. La chambre était incroyable : grande et décorée avec soin. La literie très confortable Le petit déjeuner succulent, copieux et varié Aucun défaut!!!

2 restaurants: le Old Deli et le Geographer (il faut attendre dehors pour qu'une table se libère mais ça vaut le coup d'attendre!) La cascade du Ben Nevis Les écluses

Would Recommend: Yes

6th July 2023:

Location is ideal. We walked from the station, but plenty of parking for people arriving by car. Room well equipped and v comfortable. Breakfast excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would have been nice to have a small fridge in the room, but otherwise everything we could have hoped for.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2023:

Everything about my stay was first class. The room was stunning with great views over the Loch. For breakfast there was a wide choice of selection that was all incredibly tasty! The owners Trevor and Catriona couldn’t have been friendlier. Would highly recommend Glentower Lower Observatory to anyone staying in the Fort William area.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th June 2023:

What an amazing place to stay!! Not only is the Inn pristine and beautiful, but the views are stunning right on the water. We had wine on the front porch every evening of the four nights we stayed. It was just a tiny walk to the village where there was everything you could imagine to see, do, eat , buy etc. The Innkeepers , Trevor and Katrina , were so wonderful and helpful!! We would stay again in a heartbeat! We hated to leave..

The Steal Falls hike upper falls is a must! Neptunes Ladder, gondola ride up Ben Nevis, evening boat ride in the Loch Linnhe. Although we didn’t get on the Jacobite train , it’s very popular ; especially if you are a Harry Potter fan. Visit the Glenfinnan bridge viaduct the train goes on if you can.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2023:

Our best accommodation within 3 weeks. Phantastic location near Loch Linnhe and close to the city. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Breakfast was perfect.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd June 2023:

We really enjoyed our stay at Glentower, our second visit. Hosts are so welcoming and helpful and the property is very well cared for. Our loch view room (room 5) was spacious and nicely furnished. The breakfast room was spacious and well decorated and the breakfast menu extensive and beautifully cooked. Good to have onsite parking and a lovely garden and view from the terrace. We hope to return next year.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th May 2023:

Beautiful home in a wonderful location. Hosts are excellent! Highly recommend

Make sure to explore Glen Coe! Dine at Loch Leven Seafood Cafe. Visit Oban and castle ruins.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2023:

We loved our stay - thank you!

Would Recommend: Yes

21st May 2023:

Very friendly owners and staff, very clean place. The hosts were mindful of our needs. I highly recommend this accommodation.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th May 2023:

Katrina and Trevor were so welcoming, friendly and helpful during our stay. Breakfasts were varied and delicious and set you up for the day. Our room (no 5) overlooked the Loch which I would highly recommend for the views. It was also a really good size, clean and nicely furnished. My reason for putting a 4 for facilities was the difficulty experienced hitching a heavy suitcase up the stairs to the room. Other than that we had a great stay and will definitely come back to Glentower if we are in the area again. Thank you.

We highly recommend this lovely B+B. This was our 1st trip to Scotland and stayed for 4 nights. The hotel was in a great location overlooking the beautiful Loch and within easy reach of the shops and nearby outdoor activities. There is so much to see and do from Fort william, even if you experience some mobility restrictions and cannot climb or hike (i.e the Jacobite Train, Neptune's Staircase, the moutain cable car). There was ample blue badge parking at all the destinations we went too.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th May 2023:

Beautiful B&B, very well appointed and squeaky clean. The owners were very friendly and helpful with tips and ideas for sightseeing, tours and local restaurants. Great selection for breakfast and plentiful. Would not hesitate to stay again and highly recommended.

Good restaurants in Fort William are hard to find and difficult to get in. Research ahead of your visit and book early.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th May 2023:

What a beautiful place! We had the tower room second floor in front and what a beautiful room and view! We felt like we were being pampered! I didn’t feel well and they were so accommodating at breakfast trying to get me something to eat. Lots of coffee, tea and biscuits in room. I wish I could live there! We stopped back from Oban on way to Skye to ask for places to eat near by and greeted with such friendly welcomes again! Just wonderful!

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd April 2023:

The entire staff was so friendly and made our group of 13 feel special! If we could give higher marks than a 5, we would! We stayed 4 nights using 5 rooms and each day our beds were made and fresh towels provided. The beautiful rooms were clean and so comfortable! We enjoyed starting our day in the dining room with the hot or cold (or both) delicious breakfasts of our choice each morning. The staff was helpful giving us tips on the area. We loved the owners who helped in any way they could. We would DEFINITELY stay here again. We felt like family!! Thank you Trevor and Caitrina!!!

Would Recommend: Yes

21st April 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

8th April 2023:

Beautiful place on a perfect location, very friendly couple as host and hostess, could not be better.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th November 2022:

The B&B was wonderfully situated on the loch and within walking distance from the city center. The hosts were nice and helped provide us with good activities and attractions for the area. The room was lovely, and the options for breakfast were great!

Highly recommend!

Would Recommend: Yes

31st October 2022:

We had a wonderful stay celebrating a birthday. So welcoming and friendly. Trevor was very helpful and it was lovely chatting to him. Great breakfast with plenty of choice served by our lovely friendly waitress. Our room was nice and peaceful and we loved the roll top bath!

We had an excellent dinner at Garrison West on our first evening and wished we had booked for both our nights in Fort William.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th October 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

13th October 2022:

Trevor and his wife provide such an amazing and hospitable facility. He met us personally upon arrival. The room was spotless and very nicely decorated. Breakfast was delivered early so that we could catch a train. What a find! This was our favorite stay in a ten day trip.

Weatherspoon pub was open for lunch and dinner. A short walk. St Andrew’s church in the downtown has the most beautiful altar. Take a ScotRail trip to Mailag to see the Glenfinnan viaduct if you don’t have time for the Jacobite train.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th September 2022:

What a wonderful stay! Beautiful, tasteful, clean and luxurious accommodations. Lovely, attentive and helpful staff. The breakfast is fabulous after and excellent night's sleep. A short walk into town along the Loch. We feel lucky to have found this inn!

This location is a great place to jump off to some of Scotland's most beautiful sights.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th September 2022:

The B&B is very close to the pedestrian area of Fort William, where you will find all the pubs, restaurants and shopping. Beautiful lodging, the hosts and breakfast servers were all very engaging.

Great place for a base to hike Nevis, day trip to Glencoe and more.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th September 2022:

Perfect location. Great owners I would love to return to Gentower again

Enjoy the view

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2022:

Really enjoyed our stay of 5 days. Would benefit from improved WiFi and better tv signals.

Definitely see Glenfinnan, visit Fort Augustus and ride the Jacobite. Local eateries in the High St are ok for quick meals. Didn’t find really good restaurants

Would Recommend: Yes

15th September 2022:

beautiful place and very classy look big bedroom and bathroom The owner is very friendly and got a lot of recommendations on travel place

I wish I could spend more time in this hotel

Would Recommend: Yes

8th September 2022:

Great location, in a quiet section, but very close to the center. Very helpful owners. I left something behind and they were able to forward it. Would stay again, of course!

Would Recommend: Yes

6th September 2022:

We had a fabulous time staying at the Glentower. The staff were marvellous. The quality of the breakfast was excellent. We have stayed at many places in Fort William over the years and, without doubt, this is by a long way the best we have experienced. Thank you so much.

The Black Isle brewery pub on the High Street is such a great informal spot. Beer excellent and great pizza.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2022:

Great service, beautiful facilities, a very nice boutique hotel with a more than reasonable price. A pity we couldn’t stay more days.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th August 2022:

Everyone was so friendly and welcoming! Thanks for a great stay!

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2022:

The exterior of the building is very pretty and attractive and the interior decorations and furnishings are of a very high standard. A friendly and welcoming place.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th August 2022:

Really nice bedroom well fitted out. Best night sleep I had all trip. Breakfast was good as was the service in general. Would absolutely stay again.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th August 2022:

Friendly welcome and very nice room! Wish we could have stayed longer.

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2022:

FANTASTIC in every way... helpful and super-friendly communication from our hosts, both prior to, and during our stay, PERFECT location, STUNNING views in general, and particularly from our front facing room, relaxed key / access arrangements, good parking, BEAUTIFUL décor & rooms, comfy beds, useful in-room info., LOVELY bathrooms, top-notch toiletries, and DELICIOUS breakfasts, what more can I say !! THANKYOU very much. Would very HIGHLY recommend, and would love to return.

A walk up GLEN Nevis particularly after rain, (or even in the rain like we did ! ), is spectacular, a bit tricky under-foot, but well worth the effort. For a pretty, longer walk, park in the larger, fenced, Lower Falls car park, and take the path which leads off right, just to the car-park side of the bridge. We had lovely meals at both The Tavern, a cosy pub in the High St., and Spice Tandoori, a little further south on the same street. Despite our visit being out of high season, booking is advisable, as all eateries are popular. We also enjoyed a drink in the beautiful, modern, rustically furnished Black Isle bar. The gondola ride, from The Nevis Range Centre is fantastic, with spectacular strolls out from the top, both right, and left but definitely best on a clear day. ENJOY !!

Would Recommend: Yes

27th July 2022:

Very kind owners and very helpful . Very luxury living experience, we stayed three nights and felt happy every day. Great location, wonderful breakfast like home stay! We will be back again !

High street shopping and hiking nearby Ben Venis!

Would Recommend: Yes

26th July 2022:

Wonderful room!

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd July 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2022:

We felt most welcome and everything was in perfect order. Rooms were very clean and nice, bathroom was outstanding. Breakfast was the best we've had in a long time and plenty. City is a short walk away so the area is quiet. On top of this, the price is reasonable. If we return to Fort William, we will surely visit GLO again.

Book your stay well ahead as everything is full all summer. For coffee we enjoyed "3 Wise Monkeys". For arriving by bus we recommend continuing to the bus station and walking back to GLO, as getting of at an earlier stop landed us 3 km outside town.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2022:

Great stay. Very good welcome. Fantastic view on the loch! We felt immediately relaxed in this beautiful house and with the owners!

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2022:

Great location and views. Close to the town for food and drinks. Really light and clean rooms. Awesome View and very comfortable bed.

Ben Nevis, Neptune’s staircase, corpach shipwreck. Short drive to glenfinnan viaduct which is the bridge used in Harry Potter.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th July 2022:

It was wonderful

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2022:

Just brilliant, very clean and homely,nice greeting on arrival, shown to room which was excellent bathroom spotless as was the whole place. Locally sourced bathroom products. Great breakfast selection for all veggies and meaties. Loved the full breakfast. Really deserves it's high star status

Try the Ben Nevis Inn for a meal. Only a few mins away by car, good food with fab views.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th June 2022:

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Glentower, such a beautiful property with spectacular views & welcoming hosts.

Jacobite steam train a must do.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th June 2022:

A perfect stay. Check in was quick and easy the room was very clean and spacious breakfast was very good and service throughout was excellent

close to bars and restaurants , the guest house is next to the river and 15 mins walk to train and bus station.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th June 2022:

Wonderful experience

Crannog for seafood

Would Recommend: Yes

14th June 2022:

Great location!

Would Recommend: Yes

7th June 2022:

Trevor and Catriona were wonderful hosts and very knowledgeable about the area.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st June 2022:

The nicest hotel & staff we have ever stayed at Our room was lovely & had a view of Loch Linnhe Best wishes to Catriona,Trevor,Margot & Sandra who made our stay so lovely.

The tavern.Good food & service

Would Recommend: Yes

30th May 2022:

Trevor and Catriona are excellent hosts and their establishment is lovely. Our family of five adults and two grandchildren recently spent three nights in three bedrooms rooms of this very comfortable B & B. The breakfasts were just delicious. The staff members were so kind to each of us and so very accommodating of anything we needed. Our bedrooms were very comfortable and the bathrooms well appointed. Thank you Trevor and Catriona. I hope our paths cross again. When we drove away, I felt we were leaving new friends.

We enjoyed every meal in Fort William, but particularly enjoyed eating in the pubs. We had delicious fare at Ben Nevis Pub, Lochy Bar and Restaurant, Black Isle Bar, and Spice Tandori. The pubs and restaurants were very busy and short handed so it’s best to eat early or find a restaurant that accepts reservations prior to your arrival in Ft William.

Would Recommend: Yes

27th May 2022:

Absolutely stunning building inside and out. Immaculate, lovely staff will be only too pleased to advise travellers what to do.

Fantastic location for Fort William high street. Takes 15 mins to walk.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th May 2022:

Hosts are very nice and friendly ,helped us with all our enquires . We would happily stay here again. Best regards Teresa & Mirek

Would Recommend: Yes

26th May 2022:

Hotel was beautiful. Comfortably elegant and spotless clean. We had the Tower room which was quite spacious with great views of the loch. Bed was so comfortable. Cooked to order breakfast was delicious with lots of choices. Trevor was a wonderful, friendly host. We booked one night. Our only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer.

Fort William is a lovely town. We took the train to Mallaig and back. Breathtaking views. Lots of shops, restaurants, and bars. Very walkable.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th May 2022:

We left before breakfast on our last day. Trevor made us a terrific bag lunch to take with us.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2022:

The Glentower lower Observatory is a pristine accommodation. The property stands out from the rest of the properties and also to the accommodation within. The couple who run this Bed and Breakfast are very welcoming. They gave us information on Restaurants. Our room was always warm and relaxing. Great Breakfast.

Being a vegetarian is always a concern for us when on holiday. Our full English breakfast was fabulous and sustained us all day. As we had an early train to catch, the proprietor made us packed lunches. A short walk from the B &B there are plenty of cafes and restaurants in Fort William. The Geographer was our favourite. This restaurant had a good veggie menu. Plenty of easy walks nearby. The bus service is ok. A car would be beneficial.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

28th April 2022:

Really excellent Friendly staff, lovely room, great breakfast

5 minutes to town centre, Try Lime Tree restaurant a couple of doors down for dinner

Would Recommend: Yes

25th April 2022:

A very friendly and helpful owners. We only can say that for us the double bed was a little to short because of my length (1.96m). Everything else was in perfect condition with an A+ for the total appearance.

The Grog and Gruel and The Geographer are good places for food.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd April 2022:

Very friendly host with a great service. A beautiful guesthouse with very nice and clean rooms

Would Recommend: Yes

21st April 2022:

Ein wunderbares Guesthouse mit tollen Zimmern und sehr netten Leuten. Wir kommen gerne wieder.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th April 2022:

Super location and accommodations.

Everywhere we ate in town was great. The outdoor activities in Fort William are amazing.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th April 2022:

Excellent service, friendly and accommodating people from the owners across to the staff serving breakfast in the morning. The cleanliness and appointment of the rooms is beyond reproach, the decoration and homely touches in the rooms, give a wonderful ambiance. Great food and a good selection for breakfast. We would recommend a stay and hopefully will do so in the future.

Book early for any tours or excursions. Book for lunch and dinner dining, the restaurants all seem to be short of staff. We visited early in the season, the kitchens seem to close at 2pm. More visitors than table availability in the evenings! Cruise of the loch is a must do trip, Neptune's Staircase is interesting if you like civil engineering and locks.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th October 2021:

Would Recommend: Yes

9th October 2021:

Would Recommend: Yes

6th October 2021:

Beautiful Room and very friendly hosts. The Scottish breakfast was also perfect. This is my second time of staying, The first time was with work and this visit was with my wife. I'm pleased to say she loved her stay here too. We can't wait to return for another visit one day. Thank you so much.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th October 2021:

Would Recommend: Yes

18th September 2021:

Our stay at your hotel was first class starting with your warm welcome when we arrived. We felt very much at home. The room was comfortable and beautifully decorated. The bathroom was well supplied with a special range of locally made soaps and soft towels. The breakfast was delicious and your staff very helpful with knowledge of Fort William.

We would recommend the Ben Nevis mountain hike and the Jacobite train trip to Mallaig.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2021:

Very enjoyable stay. Nothing was too much trouble.

Try and book restaurants in advance for evening meals.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2021:

Trevor and Catriona were fabulous hosts - welcoming and helpful with things to do.

Must eat at Crannog Restaurant on the pier 5 minutes walk away. Do the sunset cruise on the Loch leaves from same location as the restaurant. Do the cable car for fabulous views.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2021:

Friendly hosts, Trevor and Catriona, nothing too much trouble, fantastic breakfast, cosy room with great views, couldn't fault it, hope to return!

Climb the Ben and try Crannog cruises for the seal island! We ate at The Tavern in town,had some great haggis and were lucky to get in without a booking.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2021:

Very friendly staff and always happy to help. Made you feel very welcome. Lovely choice of breakfast in a morning too.

Couple of minutes walk into the town where many pubs and places to eat were. Local shops where you could essentials and gift shops.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th August 2021:

The hotel is ideally situated with a beautiful view of the Loch and mountains. Trevor, Catriona and staff are great. They are warm, friendly and helpful with nothing being a bother to them. They made our stay really enjoyable. The room we were given was spacious, clean and very comfortable. The breakfast was great and quite filling. Loved the porridge and the full breakfast was a cracker as well. I would recommend this hotel to anyone who is thinking of visiting the Scottish highlands.

The hotel is ideally situated - well within walking distance of Fort William's town centre (approximately 5 minutes' walk).

Would Recommend: Yes

18th August 2021:

A very warm and friendly welcome and all staff more than happy to help with anything at all. Spotlessly clean and comfortable room, beds were a dream! We, a family of 4, including two young boys, would definitely recommend and would certainly visit again. Many thanks to Trevor, Catriona and all the staff for a wonderful stay.

The Jacobite Steam Train was an excellent adventure. A restaurant called The Stable (10mins walk) definitely worth a visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2021:

Amazing stay here for 5 nights. Friendly welcome and a beautiful house. Rooms great and clean, comfy and all the amenities needed were provided. Owners and staff were excellent hosts and we were well looked after. Great location just 5 minutes from the town. Highly recommended and would stay here again.

Ben Nevis Bar (book a table!) Jacobean train (But pay extra for first class!) Evening Cruise...good value if the weather is fine! Find the smaller beaches north of Arisaig

Would Recommend: Yes

25th July 2021:

Great location, mostly friendly staff. Easy walk to town/train station. Great to have parking per room, if needed. Breakfast was really tasty and plentiful. Loved our room with the sitting area in the tower, a lamp there would have been helpful though.

We took a loch cruise with Crannog, also had lunch in their loch side restaurant. Both very popular, booking advised. Ideal location for us, we had prebooked the Jacobite train trip.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th July 2021:

Fantastic hotel in fabulous location

Just minutes walk from town

Would Recommend: Yes

12th July 2021:

Had a great stay. Lovely place. Everyone was so welcoming and lovely.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th July 2021:

Exceptionally accommodating and helpful when we had to change our plans. Ideal location with beautiful views. We will definitely be back.

If you have an EV the charge point at the three wise monkeys is within walking distance and 22kW Enjoyed climbing Ben Nevis with teenage children but needed an easy day the next day. It’s a long climb!

Would Recommend: Yes

5th July 2021:

Ver friendly and professional team couldn’t have asked for more. Great location, very clean and comfy and a really delicious breakfast. Beautiful view from the window.

Crannog cruises well worth while great views Train trip to Mallaig either on the Stan train or Scot rail gives you amazing views and nice seafood in Mallaig. Book your restaurants as it gets very busy in town.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2021:

The Glentower is a lovely B&B and Catarina ,Trevor and the two waitresses were super

Would Recommend: Yes

14th June 2021:

I don't what to say except you all are the best. My one tiny piece of critical feedback would be that the beds were too hard, and the chairs in our room, too. Just add some foam toppers maybe? After a hard day of hiking I was sad the bed wasn't the rejuvenating helper I hoped it'd be. And it wasn't just me, my husband and two kids had trouble getting comfortable, too. Even so, my youngest wanted to live in that room, she loved it so much. :)

Old Inverlochy Castle and the Highland Soap Company was a lovely afternoon and leisurely lunch after checkout before we hit the road back home. Steall Falls was a great and (gorgeous!) family hike. Loved the walkable High Street and can't wait to come back and visit it when covid's well and truly over.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2021:

Warm friendly welcome on arrival. Trevor was able to offer local advice and recommendations. Room was excellent, well stocked and spotless. Everything we could possibly need was provided. Lovely breakfast, Staff enquired if anything was needing replenished in our room. Catriona provided ice bucket for our room. Will definitely be returning when in the area.

Location is excellent for walking distance in to town.

Would Recommend: Yes

We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us at Glentower.It was a pleasure to have you stay. Kind Regards Trevor & Catriona

9th October 2020:

Would stay here again, fabulous rooms and service. Great location for town and travel

Would Recommend: Yes

4th October 2020:

Perfect location for walking to the Main Street. We also walked to the Ben Nevis visitors centre in forty five minutes and walked to the train station in fifteen minutes. Guest house was perfect for our needs and we were well looked after.

We were well looked after for drinks in the Ben Nevis bar in the high street and had a great meal in Garrison West. We also had a very tasty burger in the Grog and Gruel.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd October 2020:

Our hosts were exceptionally warm and welcoming. Nothing was a trouble. Their home was spacious and homely. The breakfast was really tasty and the locally sourced haggis was absolutely delicious. It had everything we needed and everything was in place to keep us all COVID safe.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th September 2020:

A great B and B. Hosts where excellent. Room great and large bathroom Excellent WiFi. Some good recommendations for places to eat. Breakfast was good and fast service.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd September 2020:

Very friendly and helpful during these current restrictions.

Book restaurants well in advance due to covid restrictions

Would Recommend: Yes

20th September 2020:

Thank you for a lovely stay, from the first welcome the hospitality was excellent