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Fort Charlotte Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Fort Charlotte Guesthouse offers a peaceful retreat in beautiful natural surroundings, while serving as an ideal base for exploring the area's attractions

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Travelers find a peaceful atmosphere at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse, surrounded by gardens that create a sense of calm. The property provides practical amenities including in-room WiFi and convenient luggage storage that helps guests enjoy a more relaxed experience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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Superior Double Room (Room 2) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Room 4) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing

Double Room (Room 4)

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Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Room 3 Small Double) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing

Double Room (Room 3 Small Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room (Room 1) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing

Superior Double or Twin Room (Room 1)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room (Room 5) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing

Single Room (Room 5)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Lerwick, Fort Charlotte Guesthouse is near the beach. Shetland Museum and Böd of Gremista are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lerwick Town Hall and Fort Charlotte. Clickimin Leisure Centre and West Mainland Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Lerwick travel guide
Map
1 Charlotte Street, Lerwick, Scotland, ZE1 0JL

What's nearby

  • Lerwick Town Hall
    Lerwick Town Hall
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Charlotte
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shetland Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Coastal Walk to the Knab
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Lerwick (LSI-Sumburgh)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fort Cafe And Take Away
    1 min walk
  • TJ’s Thai
    4 min walk
  • The Lounge Bar
    4 min walk
  • Thule
    4 min walk
  • The Dowry
    2 min walk

About this property

Fort Charlotte Guesthouse

Property highlights
Fort Charlotte Guesthouse provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse boast comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Fort Charlotte Guest House Hotel Lerwick
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Frequently asked questions

Is Fort Charlotte Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Fort Charlotte Guesthouse located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is steps away from Lerwick Town Hall and Fort Charlotte. Bain's Beach and Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Fort Charlotte Guesthouse Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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The accommodation was spotless. The host Ryan was really friendly and the breakfast was lovely and cooked to order. Location wise its on the high street with lots of parking very close by will definitely be my first choice of places to stay in Lerwick.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

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Fantastic place to stay perfectly clean and owner keeps In contact Absolutely recommend to anyone to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fort Charlotte Guesthouse

Fantastic guest house, very clean and superb breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Gem

Great location, very clean, breakfast was freshly cooked each day. Friendly hosts who communicated very well before and during stay. Recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

F J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A fabulous find!

Fabulous stay at Fort Charlotte Guest House. Great location, great room and the nicest people you can find.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was spotlessly clean.The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was very quiet. The guesthouse was very handily situated for shops and public service buses being in the very heart of Lerwick.There was easy Wi-Fi access in the room and a large TV screen by the bed.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Kind, welcoming people, beautiful room and lovely breakfast. I couldn’t fault it and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rowna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

The room exceeded our expectations Perfect location in Lerwick The owner Ryan, was a very welcoming host. The breakfasts were great start to the day.
Room view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect hosts, perfect spot!

We couldn't have asked for a better spot for our trip! We were right on the road where all the cute little shops are but it was never loud. We walked from the ferry- it wasn't too far. The owners are just wonderful and gave us ideas on places to see and where to eat. The breakfast was delicious! Try the porridge, you won't be disappointed! I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

The room exceeded our expectations Perfect location in Lerwick The owner Ryan, was a very welcoming host We felt at home upon arrival. The breakfasts were great start to the day & opportunity to meet other guests. Looking forward to returning again
Room view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

The room exceeded our expectations Perfect location in Lerwick The owner Ryan, was a very welcoming host The breakfasts were great start to the day & opportunity to meet other guests. Looking forward to returning again
Room view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you like staying in the town center on a pedestrian street with warm and welcoming hosts, this is the place to be. This family-run guest house makes you feel right at home. They are attentive but not intrusive. If there is anything you need, they are there to help. Also their breakfast should not be missed. It was made to order and scrumptious!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exemplary. Location was superb. Breakfast was delightful and I can't think of better adjectives to describe how wonderful the entire experience was overall
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were fantastic Breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely find; highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good B & B

Great location; lovely hosts, excellent breakfast - will stay again! Shower was a bit low on pressure & Town hall clock can be a bit intrusive in the back room but otherwise great value.....
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely family owned business
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent communication and flexibility around breakfast - thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly, accommodating and helpful. They could not have done any more to assist us. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

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Perfect accommodation

The accommodation was perfect. Clean, excellent breakfast, so much choice and could have as much as you could eat. Freshly cooked to your order. friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. It is a credit to Lynette and her staff. Would recommend this to all my friends. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A quiet, cozy well-located haven

I can’t imagine a better place to stay in Lerwick than the Fort Charlotte Guest House. The place is a gem, a mere steps from the heart of Lerwick. The rooms are clean, quiet and cozy. The staff is hospitable and full of helpful ideas and advice. Ryan’s email communication during and in advance of our stay was exceptional, both timely and informative. The breakfast spread is varied and delicious. I especially enjoyed chatting and sharing experiences with the staff and different world travelers over coffee each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in centre of Lerwick, near to restaurants. Lovely rooms. Best of aĺl great hosts - knowledgeable, friendly and caring.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean comfortable room with a great shower. Fantastic hosts who were very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent friendly spotless guesthouse and delicious great section of breakfast in morning definitely deserves excellent review
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay!

A charming guesthouse in a wonderful location, a stone’s throw from Lerwick shops & harbour. Also close to the fascinating Shetland Museum and the bus stop for buses to Sumburgh airport. The hosts Jim & Lynne were so friendly & accommodating and provided a very good breakfast. A delightful room with a very comfortable bed and everything really clean. I can’t fault this guesthouse and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021