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The Garrison

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The Garrison provides amenities like a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Superior Room

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

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A hotel room with a wooden headboard, two pillows, and a bed.

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a gold throw blanket, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Triple Room - Disability Access

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

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A room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a dining area with a chair and table.

Triple Room

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

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and artwork on the wall.

Garrison Apartments

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with a fur throw, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Garrison Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Fort William is home to The Garrison. Ben Nevis Distillery and Aonach Mor Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ben Nevis and Loch Leven. Lochaber Leisure Centre and Highland Soaps are also worth visiting. Visit our Fort William travel guide
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High Street, Fort William, Scotland, PH33 6EE

What's nearby

  • A lake surrounded by mountains, small islands, and a few buildings.
    Loch Linnhe
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A stone building with a thatched roof in a grassy valley with mountains in the background.
    West Highland Way
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Highland Museum
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Great Glen Way
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Fort of Fort William
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Great Glen (Wetherspoon)
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • The Wildcat
    4 min walk
  • Black Isle Bar
    1 min walk
  • Ben Nevis Bar
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

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 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Garrison pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Garrison?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Garrison?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Garrison located?

Situated in Fort William, this hotel is steps from Loch Linnhe and West Highland Way. Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre and West Highland Museum are also within 5 minutes. Fort William Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Garrison Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second stay here and it was wonderful again. Easy walk to the high street shops and pubs, easy parking, very helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The accommodation was compact, clean and modern. It was perfect for a quick stopover in the beautiful Fort William area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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100% recommend this hotel! Lovely room with water and some snacks provided. Super comfortable and within walking distance of all the shops, restaurants and pubs. Reasonably priced as well and loved the decor and view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was very good. We came with our dog and she was treated very well. Wish we stayed there longer
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Nice hotel. Nice town. Very comfortable and walkable. Make sure you eat at The Geographer. It is the best food in Scotland.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel in an amazing town. The staff is wonderful and helpful. The rooms were a little small, no place to put clothes. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was a good size.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, small & warm room and good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful little hotel! On the main street of Fort William, good access to shops and restaurants. Staff were lovely and super helpful, loved that you can get cutlery and eat your takeaway in the restaurant (they don't offer dinner). Great free coffee and snacks! Could have been slightly cleaner, and our toilet didn't flush well / the seat was peeling - minor issues and overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern lovely decorated, great snacks- only issue is the bathroom and room was rather compact, especially bathroom. Does not stop me staying agin if I had to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent experience in this modern, comfortable hotel. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly, and the rooms very well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Garrison Appartments, 6 of us in total consisting if a party of 4 adults & 2 kids. Excellent property and facilities in centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel in Fort William! 🏔️✨ The hotel is chic, modern, and surprisingly spacious, with beautiful décor throughout. Everything was exceptionally clean, and the beds were super comfortable—perfect after a day exploring the Highlands! 🛏️ The location is also excellent and very convenient for enjoying Fort William and the surrounding area. A stylish, comfortable, and relaxing place to stay. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a daily parking fee, parking is tight, no elevator and we had several big bags to carry to a third floor. Breakfast was good, staff was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location! It’s got a clean, modern feel. Parking costs £10 a day. The only issue we had was the shower design. Half of the shower in our room was covered with glass, but with no door, the bathroom floods every time. Feels like it could be fixed with a simple addition of a shower door.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were attentive and the snacks in the room were complimentary! A wonderful place to spend the evening before our bus back to Edinburgh. A short walk from everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally situated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was comfortable and easy to access in the first floor. The location was convenient as we were only here for 2 nights. Thebon-aite restaurant was convenient for our breakfast prior to checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfy bed, good blackout shades
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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A lovely hotel, pleasant and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent space and nice to have the sofa and table as additional places to relax. Clean and staff were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room, amazing breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm welcome, but unfortunately quite a small and warm room. Even with the window open, it remained too hot, and that was on a day where it was 16C outside. The bed was comfortable, and the room had good facilities. Unfortunately, the hotel was quite noisy, with other guests making noise from approx 0530, and there being very little sound insulation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026