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The 10 Best Hostels in Fort William, UK

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Located in Fort William, 6 km from Glen Nevis, Blacksmiths Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. 21 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum and 23 km from Loch Linnhe, the hostel features a ski pass sales point. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

A beautiful place. The train from Harry Potter passes right under the window. The kitchen is well equipped, there are plenty of burners, pots, plates and cutlery. Plus a coffee brewer. Behind the railroad crossing (2 minutes from the house) is a beautiful view of the mountains and the lake. I would definitely recommend.

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Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$178
per night

Situated at the foot of Ben Nevis, the long-established Glen Nevis Youth Hostel is just 3 miles from the large town of Fort William. It offers easy access to high and low-level walks, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure sports.

One of the best hostels I stayed at and just across the street from the Ben Nevis trailhead. The girl who worked front desk (Emily I think her name was?) went above and beyond. The staff was great, facilities were clean and there was a lot of space in the kitchen and common area. The bathrooms and showers were also private which I liked. I definitely recommend staying here. A very pleasant and comfortable experience.

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8.7
Excellent
1,220 reviews
Price from
$191
per night

Ben Nevis Inn Rooms is located at the foot of Ben Nevis and offers accommodation with the added bonus of being housed next to our pub and restaurant – The Ben Nevis Inn.

All guest rooms are equipped with all amenities hikers and holiday makers require. Featuring a private bathroom, kitchenette with a kettle, toaster, microwave and fridge.

Proximity to Ben Nevis. The sheep were an added extra. Great food and atmosphere at the inn 🍻

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8.9
Excellent
342 reviews
Price from
$268
per night

Set in Fort William, 2.9 km from Glen Nevis, Black Sheep Bunkhouse offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 29 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum, less than 1 km from West Highland Museum and 4.5 km from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from Loch Linnhe.

At the hostel, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Black Sheep Bunkhouse also have free WiFi.

Accommodation was wonderful - a beautiful place with a stunning view, spacious room with super comfy beds and a nice bathroom, everything was clean and nicely prepared for our arrival, and amazingly friendly staff.

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8.9
Excellent
323 reviews
Price from
$176
per night

Located in Fort William, 1.1 km from Glen Nevis, Fort William Backpackers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. The property is 17 km from Loch Linnhe, and within 400 metres of the city centre.

The location is very close to the Train station, Room was very clean

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8.1
Very Good
569 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

Located within 200 metres of West Highland Museum and 3.9 km of Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery, Prime location rooms in high street features rooms in Fort William. The property is around 1.8 km from Glen Nevis, 16 km from Loch Linnhe and 28 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum. Glenfinnan Monument is 28 km away and Glenfinnan Viaduct is 28 km from the hostel.

Perfectly located. The room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. The drinks and snacks were a nice detail.

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5.6
Review score
344 reviews
Price from
$126
per night

Located just three miles from the centre of Fort William, Chase the Wild Goose in Banavie offers breakfast, on-site parking and beautiful views of Ben Nevis. Free WiFi is available in all areas.

Rooms have bunk beds. There are storage lockers and towels available, along with shared bathroom facilities.

This hostel has a communal kitchen, dining room and TV lounge.

Accommodation- clean bedrooms, bedding, bathrooms and kitchen. The location was perfect as it was a short drive to the Ben Nevis visitors centre . Bathrooms were shared with other lodgers which was not a problem as they have quite a few and always found them clean. Has a self catering kitchen and a shared fridge in the kitchen. Quick check in and check out. All information was very clear and response time to queries was quick too. Would definitely go back if I'm around the area.

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7.7
Good
538 reviews
Price from
$46
per night

Budget Rooms is situated in Fort William, 17 km from Loch Linnhe and 29 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum. The property is set 800 metres from West Highland Museum, 4.2 km from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery and 13 km from Steall Waterfall. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.5 km from Glen Nevis.

At the hostel each room is fitted with a shared bathroom with a shower.

Room and bathroom were clean. Coffee and tea provided. Owner helped me quickly with an issue with the shower. Worth the price.

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4.4
Review score
8 reviews
Price from
$88
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,219 reviews
    Great location and super clean hostel. While it was by no means cheap as far as hostels go it was in a truly beautiful location and immaculately clean. We were two adults and a 17 yo and we slept very comfortably in a four bunk room. I was also surprised at how comfy the bunk beds were. We arrived late and were lucky enough to grab last call for dinner at the bar/restaurant just 1/4 mile south of the hostel. Again, location location location.
    Erin
    Group
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,219 reviews
    Glen Nevis Youth Hostel was easilly my favourite hostel stop on my trip. It's out of the town, right in the Glen, and so close to Ben Nevis. The view from the terrace is beautiful! The kitchen is big and well-equipped, the lounge is nice with a fireplace and beautiful furniture - a nice spot for an afternoon glass! They also have quite nice bathrooms.
    Skade
    Solo traveler
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 569 reviews
    Exactly like a Backpackers Hostel has to be!
    Matthias
    Solo traveler
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 422 reviews
    Great location, beautiful clean and safe home with great host and breakfast. Thoughtful host and lovely cup of coffee!!
    Catherine
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: € 395.36
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,017 reviews
    Modern and clean rooms. Great location. Close to cheap long stay parking. Loved the little Scottish touches with free teacakes and haggis crisps.
    Julie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 280.80
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,864 reviews
    Great location, contrary to some previous reviews all staff were very friendly and accommodating at all times. Great value for a budget hotel with ample parking that is not in tight bays. Would recommend and return.
    Stephen
    Group
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,219 reviews
    Everything. Staff went above and beyond to help me out. The rooms were really big and spacious. Very comfy beds. I only came here to climb Ben Nevis last minute no plans. The walk started across the road from the hostel. Love the drying room for wet clothes. Nice big communial kitchen. Great place. Loved this backpackers so much :) thanks
    Kathryn
    Solo traveler
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 294 reviews
    Great location, cosy, modern and had everything we needed. we also felt very safe staying there.
    Lisa
    Group
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 323 reviews
    Nice and clean hostel with good kitchen and bathroom facilities. The room i stayed in was very small, and the bunk bed a little too short for a 190 cm tall guy like me. But overall a good stay.
    Mathias
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 209.31
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,956 reviews
    Used multiple times for a cheap stay in the Fort. Cannot fault it for the price. Decent hotel room for less than the cost of a bunk in a youth hostel these days.
    Plews
    Travelers with friends