Moorings Hotel

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Scored 7.5
Rated good

Great location!

8.7

Property highlights

About this property

Moorings Hotel lies alongside the banks of the Caledonian Canal at the famous Neptune's Staircase. A 10-minute drive from the center of Fort William, it offers a choice of dining options, free WiFi and free parking. The property has 32 rooms available, featuring panoramic views of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor. Guests can choose between standard, superior and executive room options, with some rooms offering balconies overlooking the Caledonian Canal. All have satellite TV, and each also has a seating area and facilities for making tea and coffee. The Moorings Cafe Bistro is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, and offers a bar and outside decking area overlooking Ben Nevis. We provide accommodations and dining areas that are pet-friendly. A selection of our Standard Rooms is designated for guests with pets. We kindly advise you to contact the hotel directly to ensure arrangements are made when reserving a room that allows pets.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
or
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lisa
Canada Canada
“Excellent room, excellent restaurant - really enjoyed our stay!”
Jane
United States United States
“The location was great. We enjoyed a morning walk along the locks. The food in the restaurant was very good and all the staff were extremely friendly. Our room was very clean, and the bed was comfy.”
Linda
United States United States
“The view out the balcony of the locks. The large room and amenities. The bathroom was a good size.”
James
United States United States
“Extremely helpful staff, very accommodating. Nice selection of food options in the restaurant. Great breakfast options. Comfortable bed. Easy parking. Superior bar for relaxing...”
Keith
United States United States
“A little out of the way but the room and bed were very comfortable.”
Francis
United States United States
“Quiet location, short ride to town . Each staff member was friendly and helpful. Robbie the Manager is friendly and helpful getting us a difficult reservation on a night we are out.”
Roderick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I think they'd over booked the standard rooms as we arrived so we were given an upgrade to an executive room which meant a balcony overlooking the canal locks and a direct view of Ben Nevis. The hotel was clean and quiet. We'd definitely stay again.”
Hoke
United States United States
“The staff were super friendly and helpful! The location was great. We got to see a boat using Neptune’s Staircase in the morning during the rain storm. It was really neat.”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely hotel with amazing views of the canal and Ben Nevis. Our room was clean and very comfortable. Excellent evening meal and an enjoyable night in the bar.”
Thomas
Australia Australia
“Service was great, Food was good. Great location. Friendly staff.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Moorings Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Pets can be accommodated in standard rooms only for a surcharge. Please advise the property in advance using the Special Requests section when booking.

Please note there is no elevator in the hotel. Help with luggage can be provided for guests.

Please contact the property for further information.

Please note that pets are not allowed in the Family Room.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Moorings Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.