How is the weather in Fort William?

Fort William experiences a temperate maritime climate. Summers are mild with average temperatures around 65°F (18°C), while winters can be chilly and wet, often dropping to 32°F (0°C). Rain is common throughout the year, so it's advisable to always have a waterproof layer with you.

What are some of the best things to do in Fort William?

Popular activities in Fort William include hiking, wildlife spotting, and visiting historical sites. Many visitors enjoy boat tours on Loch Linnhe, exploring the Old Inverlochy Castle, or taking a steam train ride on the Jacobite Express.

What is the best time of year to visit Fort William?

The most popular time to visit Fort William is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is typically warmer. During this time, the town hosts the Mountain Bike World Cup and the Glenfinnan Highland Gathering, showcasing traditional Scottish sports and culture.

What are the best places to stay in Fort William?

Many travellers choose to stay in the town center with its variety of shops and restaurants, while others prefer the peaceful surroundings of Glen Nevis. If you're interested in history, Corpach, with its stunning views of Ben Nevis and proximity to the Caledonian Canal, might be appealing.

What are the best places to visit in Fort William?

Popular places to visit include Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the British Isles, the West Highland Museum, and Neptune's Staircase, a series of locks on the Caledonian Canal. Many visitors also enjoy the Glenfinnan Viaduct, famously featured in the Harry Potter films.

What are some hiking trails in Fort William?

Fort William is surrounded by numerous hiking trails, including the Ben Nevis Mountain Path, the challenging Ring of Steall, and the family-friendly Cow Hill Circuit. This region is also the starting point for the Great Glen Way, a long-distance trail stretching 79 miles (127 km) to Inverness.

What are some family activities to do in Fort William?

Families in Fort William can enjoy a visit to the Ben Nevis Range for gondola rides and nature walks or the Lochaber Geopark for its geological wonders. The Treasures of the Earth Museum, with its collection of minerals and fossils, is also a favourite among young explorers.

What are some of the best day trip ideas in Fort William?

Consider exploring the natural beauty of Loch Ness, visiting the nearby city of Inverness, or taking a scenic ride on the West Highland Line railway. A trip to the Isle of Skye, known for its rugged landscapes and dramatic cliffs, is a memorable experience as well.

How much does it cost to stay in bed and breakfast rentals in Fort William?

Experience the best of Fort William with our bed and breakfast rentals, starting at about $70 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

Are there house rentals with a dedicated workspace in Fort William?

Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 10 house rentals in Fort William featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

Places to stay in Fort William

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Top guest favorite

Condo in Ballachulish

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 464 reviews

5 Star Lochside Studio Glencoe

BarbaraRating, 5 stars6 months ago

We had a lovely stay here on our honeymoon. The place was extremely clean, comfortable, peaceful and had a great view. There was a designated passing spot for our car. Mairi was extremely friendly and showed us how everything works when we checked in. The little kitchen area was stocked with everything we needed. Bathroom was amazing. We definitely took a nice soak in the bathtub. Would definitely recommend this place!

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Condo in Highland Council

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 276 reviews

Inverness city centre 52 luxury - 1 bed / 2 guests

MeghanRating, 5 stars1 week ago

great spot, near lots of resturant and very walkable. I also liked it wasn't right in the middle of all the shops, so it was quiet most of the time, but just a short few minute walk to things around the corner.

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Apartment in Newtonmore

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Award winning, stylish Caman House, Cairngorms.

ClaireRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago

Had a wonderful stay in Newtonmore while spending a few days exploring the area. So much to do and will definitely be back! The property is beautiful, fully equipped and spotless. Excellent communication from Dianne throughout. Thank you!!

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Condo in Highland

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews

Amazing Place Aviemore, Live it, Love it !

ClaytonRating, 5 stars1 week ago

This little hidden away gem in Aviemore was delightful. Great surroundings and scenery. So close to main street and to all the surrounding attractions and activities. A great wee place to stay and would highly recommend here for a nice wee getaway. Kids loved getting out in the woods and surrounding walks and drives around to nearby attractions. Nice and peaceful. Great hosts for and well worth it. Thanks again Very helpful and accommodating 5 stars

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Cabin in Ardross

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

Wood cabin with hot tub surrounded by nature

DamonRating, 5 stars1 week ago

We absolutely loved our stay! The place was so relaxing with beautiful surroundings. The hosts were very responsive and sent recommendations before our arrival of stuff to do. We loved the board games that were available! Was even better we could take our pup with us too! We’ll definitely be back in the future!

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Loft in Port Appin

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Coachman's Bothy - 50m from the beach

RichardRating, 5 stars2 months ago

A lovely converted farm building nestled in a picturesque location with far-reaching views of the loch and mountains beyond. Striking distance (relatively speaking!) to Oban heading south and heading north - Fort William. Top-notch food available nearby at the Airds Hotel, Port Appin and the Old Inn. Ralph couldn't be more responsive to messages and the on-site estate worker (and family!) couldn't be more friendly and helpful.

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Home in Dunblane

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

*Luxury Cottage Hideaway in heart of Dunblane*

NiklasRating, 5 stars1 day ago

It was an absolutely lovely place, super clean and modern! It's at a great location, close to the cathedral and at a quick walking distance from the train station. It was somewhat cold when we visited Dunblane, but it this place was very warm and cozy. I can highly recommend it to anyone visiting Dunblane! And what beautiful place Dunblane is! Thank you Jo!

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Chalet in Lochailort

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

Cozy & Romantic Hideaway in the Hills

MoragRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago

We had a fabulous stay at Elizabeth’s accommodation. Elizabeth was a friendly , helpful host and was able to give us some insight to the area , places to visit etc . The inside of the chalet was homely , spotless and very comfortable with lovely little touches . Elizabeth has thought of pretty much everything in kitting it out . The view is stunning from chalet . Would definitely recommend and will definitely make a return visit 😊

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Townhouse in Inverness

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Bellfield Corner

KellyRating, 5 stars3 days ago

Clean, Homely, and Welcoming – A Great Stay! The accommodation was spotless and had a lovely homely feel. The kitchen was fully equipped, perfect for cooking meals during our stay. We had the pleasure of meeting the host in person, and she was also very responsive and helpful via messaging. There was a wealth of information provided about things to do both in town and in the wider area. The surroundings were beautiful—great for walking—and it was an easy walk into town. We’d happily recommend this place to others and would love to return in the future.

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Home in Pitlochry

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 295 reviews

Craigroyston Lodge

SarahRating, 5 stars1 week ago

This was a lovely place to stay for our short break. The cottage is very well appointed and had everything you could need for a home away from home. The kitchen is compact but super - I had the space I needed to prepare and ice the cake for my friend’s wedding! Very comfortable and quiet location and yet within easy reach of all the local attractions. We loved being able to walk through the garden down to the shops and cafes, and the river walk. Gregory was a great host, making sure we knew where to find things and making helpful recommendations. We’d love to make a return visit.

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Homely 2 Bed House with Private double driveway.

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews6 months ago

What a fantastic home! We had such a lovely stay here. The house is spotlessly clean, comfortable, is fully equipped with everything you could need for any stay, short or long - the coffee machine was a greatly appreciated feature, it is beautifully decorated and has lovely little touches throughout (my youngest son was obsessed with the leopard lamp in the room they slept in!). The beds are very comfortable with beautiful linen used. The house itself is on a quiet street in such a convenient location for walking into town, or there is a bus stop just a short walk away. Off street parking was a great perk. Lewis and Heather were the perfect hosts. Everything has been thought of. They sent messages to welcome us, to check everything was ok and if we needed anything and also to leave checking out instructions. I would absolutely stay at this home again if I needed to come back Oban. Highly recommend!

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Highland Home With Outstanding Views

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews1 week ago

Lovely family house in beautiful location with amazing views. Perfect for a large family. Well appointed kitchen with good selection of cooking options and plenty of crockery. Good areas for socialising and bonus 3 bathrooms. Perfectly situated for investigating Inverness and the Black Isle.

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Ness on the Lane: Hot Tub, S.King Beds, EV Charger

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviews3 months ago

We had an incredible time at this accommodation! The place was absolutely beautiful – clean, modern, and equipped with everything you could need. A special shoutout to our host Jill. She was always super quick to respond to our messages and incredibly helpful. Communication was absolutely perfect. We highly recommend this stunning place and would love to come back!

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The Bolt Hole Foyers By Loch Ness

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews2 weeks ago

For anyone having doubts about booking this place, please do not hesitate and book it immediately .. you will not be disappointed.. it is such a beautiful gem.. thoughtfully decorated with so much love.. every corner of the house has so much character.. very easy check in.. hosts were brilliant.. always eager to help us with the things to do around the area..spotlessly clean..phenomenal view from the beautiful garden!! Thanks again Robert and Lisa !! Will definitely return the next time we are in Scotland

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Kings Cottage, Nairn - a charming place to stay

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviews1 week ago

Anne’s cottage is amazing! It was so comfortable, functional for a long stay, and bigger than I expected. The location is also fabulous, basically one block from the beach and within a 5-10 minute walk from great restaurants - the best food we had all trip including Inverness and Edinburgh. I can’t recommend this air bnb enough, don’t hesitate to stay here!!

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Highland Escapes - Newtonmore

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews8 months ago

We stayed here for a family get together with 6 adults, 2 kids and 2 dogs. The area in newtonmore is so lovely, quiet and so many beautiful walks nearby. You are a five minute walk from beautiful Scottish landscapes. The kids had so much fun finding the wildcats around the town. The house was lovely and spacious- much bigger than we thought because of the photos. Museum was also in walking distance which is free (just asked for donations). The house was very clean and had all amenities we needed along with lots of board games and DVDs. The TV has been upgraded since the photos also. Mark was responsive to messages and sorted anything we asked for. Overall a very enjoyable stay and we will 100% be back. Thanks again☺️

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Ben Nevis Inn & Bunkhouse86 locals recommend

West Highland Museum68 locals recommend

Crannog Seafood Restaurant63 locals recommend

Ben Nevis Distillery50 locals recommend

Spice Tandoori45 locals recommend

The Grog & Gruel43 locals recommend

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Top guest favorite

Home in Highland Council

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews

Corriegorm Cottage, Aviemore, Scotland

LauraRating, 5 stars1 week ago

This was our first experience with Airbnb, and it was thoroughly enjoyable. The cottage was meticulously clean, spacious, and equipped with all essential amenities. As a family of four, we appreciated the ample space and the prime location in close proximity to local attractions. Our children had a wonderful time. Tracy was very friendly and provided excellent recommendations for activities and points of interest. I wholeheartedly recommend this beautiful cottage situated in a picturesque part of Scotland. Thank you for a memorable experience.

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Cottage in Crieff

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

Honeybrook Cottage, Home from home! 🌺

BryanRating, 5 stars6 months ago

First class accommodation. Cottage was spacious and spotless! Host met us at the property, showed us round and passed on lots of local recommendations. We took advantage of the Romanian wine recommendation- it was lovely!! Will definitely be back!!

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Guesthouse in Highland Council

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

An Outdoor Enthusiasts Slice of Heaven

LucyRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago

Our stay at Nadurra was absolutely fantastic. We couldn’t have asked for anything more! The hosts provided everything you could possibly need and all the extras as well. We managed to explore so many different areas and even drove out to the Isle of Skye as a day trip. If you are looking for somewhere to stay in the highlands then don’t hesitate to book Nadurra. We really didn’t want to leave!

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Villa in Highland Council

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Spacious villa 5 mins from nature reserve and town

IanRating, 5 stars7 months ago

We had a lovely stay at this Inverness townhome. The place was spotless, and Marie was proactive in making sure everything was comfortable with our stay.

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Hut in Cannich

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Caledonian Glamping Microlodge 2

LouiseRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago

Beautiful cabin next to Glen Affric. The cabin is comfortable and well equipped. Hosts were very welcoming and helpful following a car problem. A big thank you. We would highly recommend this place.

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Condo in Highland Council

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Holiday home near Gairloch - stunning location!

PippaRating, 5 stars2 months ago

I was drawn to Onie's place because it looked cosy and homely in the photos. Well, we weren't disappointed. It was very comfy and we enjoyed the board games. Stunning views in both directions from the windows.

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Home in Inverness

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 490 reviews

Twin room studio , private shower & toilet

LennaertRating, 5 stars6 months ago

Beautiful quiet environment. Bethany is a really friendly and helpful host. The room is really clean with clean beds and a great bathroom. Certainly recommended.

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Guesthouse in Breakish

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Modern cabin with private hot tub & stunning views

SarahRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago

Fantastic little getaway. Perfect for a weekend getaway. Complete privacy from everyone around, Duncan and Emma were more than lovely, left us to ourselves until the last day where they helped us with some car trouble! Felt right at home and relaxed! It had everything we needed right down to the salt, pepper and tea! The views are to die for and sunsets were spectacular! The hottub was an inflatable one but was so impressed with how comfortable and hot it was! Very comfy couch and living room area. Thank you so much for the lovely long weekend!

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Quick stats about vacation rentals in Fort William

Total rentals
270 properties
Nightly prices starting at
2,489₽ before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
34K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
120 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
40 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the weather in Fort William?
Fort William experiences a temperate maritime climate. Summers are mild with average temperatures around 65°F (18°C), while winters can be chilly and wet, often dropping to 32°F (0°C). Rain is common throughout the year, so it's advisable to always have a waterproof layer with you.
What are some of the best things to do in Fort William?
Popular activities in Fort William include hiking, wildlife spotting, and visiting historical sites. Many visitors enjoy boat tours on Loch Linnhe, exploring the Old Inverlochy Castle, or taking a steam train ride on the Jacobite Express.
What is the best time of year to visit Fort William?
The most popular time to visit Fort William is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is typically warmer. During this time, the town hosts the Mountain Bike World Cup and the Glenfinnan Highland Gathering, showcasing traditional Scottish sports and culture.
What are the best places to stay in Fort William?
Many travellers choose to stay in the town center with its variety of shops and restaurants, while others prefer the peaceful surroundings of Glen Nevis. If you're interested in history, Corpach, with its stunning views of Ben Nevis and proximity to the Caledonian Canal, might be appealing.
What are the best places to visit in Fort William?
Popular places to visit include Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the British Isles, the West Highland Museum, and Neptune's Staircase, a series of locks on the Caledonian Canal. Many visitors also enjoy the Glenfinnan Viaduct, famously featured in the Harry Potter films.
What are some hiking trails in Fort William?
Fort William is surrounded by numerous hiking trails, including the Ben Nevis Mountain Path, the challenging Ring of Steall, and the family-friendly Cow Hill Circuit. This region is also the starting point for the Great Glen Way, a long-distance trail stretching 79 miles (127 km) to Inverness.
What are some family activities to do in Fort William?
Families in Fort William can enjoy a visit to the Ben Nevis Range for gondola rides and nature walks or the Lochaber Geopark for its geological wonders. The Treasures of the Earth Museum, with its collection of minerals and fossils, is also a favourite among young explorers.
What are some of the best day trip ideas in Fort William?
Consider exploring the natural beauty of Loch Ness, visiting the nearby city of Inverness, or taking a scenic ride on the West Highland Line railway. A trip to the Isle of Skye, known for its rugged landscapes and dramatic cliffs, is a memorable experience as well.
How much does it cost to stay in bed and breakfast rentals in Fort William?
Experience the best of Fort William with our bed and breakfast rentals, starting at about $70 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.
Are there house rentals with a dedicated workspace in Fort William?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 10 house rentals in Fort William featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

Places to stay in Fort William

Top-rated places to stay in Fort William

Homely 2 Bed House with Private double driveway.

Leven View Lodges near Glencoe No2 Callart

Stunning Country House with Hot Tub and Sauna

Highland Home With Outstanding Views

Ness on the Lane: Hot Tub, S.King Beds, EV Charger

Skye Lair, the perfect deluxe Skye sanctuary

Warm and welcoming flat in beautiful Killearn

The Bolt Hole Foyers By Loch Ness

Farm house in stunning location with Loch Views

Kings Cottage, Nairn - a charming place to stay

Highland Escapes - Newtonmore

4 Bed cottage with Hot tub

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