Banavie Travel Guide

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The lower locks of Neptune's Staircase, a series of eight locks on the Caledonian Canal enabling the waterway to negotiate the 20 metre difference in elevation from Loch Lochy to Loch Linnhe. The vast array of boats through here means there is always a good subject for photographers.
The lower locks of Neptune's Staircase, a series of eight locks on the Caledonian Canal enabling the waterway to negotiate the 20 metre difference in elevation from Loch Lochy to Loch Linnhe. The vast array of boats through here means there is always a good subject for photographers.
Now almost 200 years old, Neptunes Staircase is designed to lift or drop boats almost 20 metres in a series of 8 locks taking about 90 mins for the full cycle to take place. It's a small but worthwhile detour whilst travelling through Fort William to see it in operation.
The Scottish canal system is interesting. This series of lochs carries ships from one loch to another.
Neptune\'s Staircase featuring boating, a bridge and sailing
Braeburn Guest House / B&B

Braeburn Guest House / B&B

4 out of 5
Badabrie Fort William Scotland
Stay at this guesthouse in Fort William. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Cape Wrath Trail are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Clean room and friendly service. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

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Moorings Hotel

Moorings Hotel

4 out of 5
Seanivan, Banavie, Fort William, Fort William SCT
Stay at this hotel in Fort William. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Neptune's Staircase are located ...
So disappointing!
For a 4 star hotel this was appalling. During our 3 night stay we didn’t see one member of hotel staff. No reception (self checkin & out) room was dirty I had to clean the toilet when we arrived and the cups but there was no one to tell. Rang reception several times no one picks up. Went down whole ...

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2022

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Innisfree Guest House

Innisfree Guest House

3 out of 5
Badabrie Fort William Scotland
The price is ₹10,664 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
₹10,664
₹12,797 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Fort William. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Cape Wrath Trail are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Minimal but beautifully decorated and large room with great view. Continental breakfast included which we greatly appreciated. Easy check in and checkout process. They even thought of earplugs if you need it. One of my stays in Scotland so far. Truly felt like home away from home.

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments

Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments

3 out of 5
North Road Fort William Scotland
Stay at this golf apartment in Fort William. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Commando Monument are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
We enjoyed our 2 nights here. Great to have free parking and a washing machine. We also cooked and liked the fully stocked kitchen. The beds were comfortable and the water hot. We enjoyed the living room and could spread out.

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

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Laggan Bothies

Laggan Bothies

2.5 out of 5
Caledonian Canal, Spean Bridge Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Spean Bridge. Enjoy free parking and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Great Glen Water Park and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
Lovely stay, couldn't have asked for anything else
Lovely quiet stay at the bothy, we went over with no car and stocked up with bits at Fort William! despite the loo and showers being shared this was no problem at all as they were kept clean. Lovely to have the cafe next door as well, meant we were able to get breakfast and coffee easily :)

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

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Callart View

Callart View

3 out of 5
Callart View Tulasi Ballachulish Scotland
Stay at this golf cottage in Glencoe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Glencoe Lochan and Glencoe Folk Museum are located ...
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Popular places to visit

Ben Nevis showing mountains, forest scenes and tranquil scenes

Ben Nevis

4.5/5(74 reviews)

Brave the conditions and climb to the summit of this mountain to see the ruins of an observatory from the 19th century.

Ben Nevis
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Inverlochy Castle

4/5(23 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Fort William with a trip to Inverlochy Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Inverlochy Castle
Took this trip in late November, when days are rainy, gloomy, and short, but the experience was one of a kind. Strolling through the forest I was amazed at how green everything was, all covered in moss and ferns, almost like a fairy tale. I would definitely visit it again any time of the year.

Nevis Range Mountain Experience

4.5/5(36 reviews)

You can take time to visit Nevis Range Mountain Experience during your travels to Fort William. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Nevis Range Mountain Experience
Farmhouse ruin in the scottish highlands along the West Highland Way

West Highland Way

You can take time to visit West Highland Way during your travels to Fort William. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

West Highland Way
One of the best memories I have from Scotland. The 30 mins walk from the nearby car park is worthy. #Green

Steall Waterfall

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Steall Waterfall during your travels in Fort William. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Steall Waterfall
Ben Nevis

Ben Nevis Distillery

5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ben Nevis Distillery during your travels to Fort William. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Ben Nevis Distillery

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Fort William featuring street scenes

Fort William

This is one of my favourite photo locations. The ship makes a wonderful subject in front of the imposing Ben nevis, the highest mountain in Great Britain.

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