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Bay Caledonian Hotel, Fort William

Western Scotland

Bay Caledonian Hotel, Fort William

At a glance;

  • Fabulous position, rooms offer super views of Loch Linnhe
  • Perfect to explore the Highlands and Islands
  • Close to the Nevis Range Mountains
  • Cruises to Seal Island nearby

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Interior & Exterior Front of the Bay Caledonian Hotel Loch Linnhe, Scotland Hills beside Loch Linnhe Loch Linnhe, Scotland Windows seats in the dining area of the Bay Caledonian Hotel The centre of the dining area the Bay Caledonian Hotel Window seats with a view of Loch Lomond at the Bay Caledonian Hotel The front of the dining area at the Bay Caledonian Hotel

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Rooms Typical Standard Room at Bay Caledonian Hotel

Hotel information

Fort William is known as Britain’s outdoor capital and all around is stunning scenery to behold. At nine miles long and over a mile wide and with Ben Nevis towering above, Loch Linnhe is one of Scotland’s natural treasures. Situated directly opposite Loch Linnhe, you can admire the fantastic views of the beautiful surrounding wooded hills and mountains from this hotel. Along with the dining room and pleasant lounge area, all front facing rooms offer super views of the breathtaking loch.

The comfortable lounge and ballroom host entertainment most nights throughout the year, often with a distinct Scottish flavour, which is perfect for unwinding after a day’s sightseeing or exploring. This extremely popular hotel is just two miles south of the town centre of Fort William, and here you can explore the many small and interesting shops and museums.

The Hotel has a car park located directly in front of the building.

Great for

  • Walking
  • Gardens
  • History

Bay Caledonian Hotel Standard Room

Typical Standard Room at Bay Caledonian Hotel

Our Standard Rooms are charming and have everything you would expect. The rooms have digital televisions, tea and coffee making facilities as well as an en-suite bathroom. 

  • En-suite and WC
  • Telephone
  • Digital television
  • Shaving point

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Hotel Accessibility

Here at Bay Hotels we want you to have the best short break possible. We are happy to provide advice to guests with special needs who wish to take breaks at our Hotels. In order to avoid disappointment and/or misunderstandings, please contact us on 01942 496 507 to discuss any needs that you may have.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do you have single rooms?
    Yes, in most of our hotels.

  • Do you take dogs and pets?
    We do not allow dogs and pets into our hotels, with the exception of guide dogs.

  • Do you have lifts in all hotels?
    We have lifts in most of our hotels.

  • What time is check in time?
    3pm in the afternoon.

  • What time is check out time?
    10am in the morning.

  • Do you have smoking rooms?
    We do not allow smoking in any parts of our hotels.

Location

Fort William is in an area renowned for magnificent scenery and dramatic history. Here you will find the breathtaking Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, as well as beautiful glens, forests, beaches and Loch Morar (the deepest Loch in Scotland).

How to get there


By Car:

Follow the A82 to Fort William. On arrival in Fort William, continue to follow the A82. The hotel is on Achintore Road, on the left hand side if coming from the North, two miles past the town centre and on the right hand side if coming from the South, two miles before the town centre.

By Train:

Fort William Railways station is 2.5 miles.

By National Express:

Service to Fort William Bus Station.

Bay Caledonian Hotel

Achintore Road

Fort William

Inverness-Shire

PH33 6RW

Res: 01397 703117

Tel: 01397 703117

Local Attractions

The following places, attractions and things to do are easily reached from the Caledonian:

  • Glenfinnan Monument
  • Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery
  • Urquhart Castle
  • Mallig Fishing Village
  • Treasures of the Earth
  • Loch Ness
  • Nevis Range

Local Insight

When the railway came to town in 1890 many Victorian travellers visited the Highlands for the first time - some even arrived by paddle-steamer and went on to cruise along The Caledonian Canal and then into Loch Ness at Fort Augustus. Ben Nevis has been the main source of attraction ever since. The surrounding area is very beautiful with mountains and glens, forests, sea lochs and of course - the Caledonian Canal.

  • Treasure of the Earth Museum
    Europe’s finest private collection of Crystals, Gemstones and Fossils. You will be amazed by this incredible display, which took nature more than 500 Million years to create. Housed in an atmospheric simulation of caves, caverns and mining scenes, you will find crystals over a meter tall and geodes over 7 feet tall; fossilised remains from tiny insects trapped in amber to vicious prehistoric monsters like our fossil Mosasaur. See real Gold and Silver, ancient Petrified Wood, Rubies, Diamonds and Emeralds. Learn about the largest Gold Nugget ever discovered and the History of the Scottish Gold Rush, and watch crystals magically change colour and glow in our UV Cave.
    Visit their website

  • Ben Nevis Distillery
    Ben Nevis Distillery is one of the oldest licensed distilleries in Scotland. The distillery is nestled at the foot of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, which has a summit elevation of 4'406 feet above sea level. This imposing mountain provides an impressive background to a traditional Scottish craft.
    Visit their website

  • West Highland Museum
    Situated in the high street in the heart of the historic town of Fort William in the Scottish Highlands, The West Highland Museum’s collections tell the story of the region and its history. Our most renowned and unusual collection relates to Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite cause. But we also hold a wealth of curious and fascinating collections relating to less well-known aspects of the lives of the people of the West Highlands, from the effects of political warfare, to the economic impact of tourism in the region, and the coming of the industrial and modern age.
    Visit their website

  • Jacobite Steam Train
    The Jacobite Steam Train is the most scenic way to travel from Fort William to Mallaig. Passengers can choose to travel one way en route to the Isle of Skye or opt for the 84 mile round trip. The train stops at the village of Glenfinnan, the place where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard in 1745. The steam train is famous for appearing in the Harry Potter films and the scene where the Hogwarts Express travels across a viaduct was filmed on the famous 21 arch Glenfinnan Viaduct.
    Visit their website

Great for

  • Walking
  • Gardens
  • History

Entertainment

Entertainment Programme

On Monday Evenings
An evening of music and song with
Ronnie Ross
 
On Tuesday Evenings
Vocal Instrumentalist
Derek Sturrock
Entertains
 
On Wednesday Evenings
Outstanding Vocalist
Paul Rossi
 
On Thursday Evenings
Delightful Vocalist
Paula Macaskill
 
On Friday Evenings
Instrumentals & Comedy with
Stephen Quigg
 
On Saturday Evenings
Vocal Instrumentalist
Carl Wilson
Entertains
with an appearance from Scottish Piper
James Rosie
 
The entertainment programme advertised is subject to change for reasons beyond our control without prior notice.


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