Moorings Hotel lies alongside the banks of the Caledonian Canal at the famous Neptune's Staircase. A 10-minute drive from the centre 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • 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 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
1 single bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Joanne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Staff were excellent, really friendly and helpful. Food was fantastic too. Room was great, clean and shower was great, bed comfy. Great view of The Ben from the window.
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We arrived during a cold December and the first thing I noticed was how warm the hotel was, which was exactly the same when we arrived at our room. The Hotel is in a perfect location for exploring, with Neptunes Staircase and the Caledonian...
Fidel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We had a truly wonderful stay at The Moorings Hotel in Fort William. The hotel is beautifully located, offering a peaceful and scenic atmosphere that perfectly complements the charm of the Scottish Highlands during this winter period. What...
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Staff were attentive and always on hand to assist. Friendly and helpful. Service with a smile. Room was nice, lovely window view of lock. Cleaning could of been better standard but always went back yo clean made bed and towels. I would definately...
Jessica
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great staff, very attentive and good service with our dogs. Food and service was great. Location was great!
Joseph
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very friendly welcome. Dog also very welcome. Very good parking. Great location.
Natasha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Staff were very friendly, room was great with amazing views. Great location
Lorna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The staff were so welcoming and they couldn't do enough for us. They were polite but very friendly and they made the stay a real joy
Mulligan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It’s a beautiful location right on Neptune’s staircase, great views and good facilities
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location next to the canal, easy walks to Loch Linnhie.

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$20.21 per person.
  • Served daily
    07:30 to 09:30
  • Food
    Bread • Butter • Cheese • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Cooked/warm meals • Jam • Cereal
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Service
    Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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House rules

Moorings Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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