Ben View Guest House

Property class: 3

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A guest room with a bed, a bedside table with a kettle, a window with curtains, and a sign reading "Welcome to BEN VIEW GUEST HOUSE".
A two-story building with a sign reading "BEN VIEW GUEST HOUSE".
A living room with two cream-colored sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A room with teal walls, a floral wallpaper, a wooden door, a grey armchair, a small round table with a kettle, cups, and a teapot, and a no-smoking sign.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$326
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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Belford Rd, Fort William, Scotland, PH33 6ER
  • Place, Loch Linnhe
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West Highland Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, West Highland Way
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

Room 101

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Room 102

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room 103

  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Room 104

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room 205

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Room 206

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Room 207

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Room 208

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 209

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room 210

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room 211

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Room 212

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room 213

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 214

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room 215

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Fort William

At Ben View Guest House you'll be within steps of Loch Linnhe and Belford Hospital. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this 3-property class Fort William City Centre guest house, you'll find Ben Nevis.

What's nearby

  • Loch Linnhe - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Glen Way - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Fort of Fort William - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Highland Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • West Highland Way - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort William Station - 5 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Glen (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wildcat - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ben Nevis Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Ben View Guest House

WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Fort William guest house is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Ben View Guest House offers 15 accommodations with a hairdryer. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 10 for children

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from GBP 10 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number HI-41510-F

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ben View Guest House?

Yep, Ben View Guest House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ben View Guest House?

As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ben View Guest House on 1 Oct 2026 start from AU$326, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ben View Guest House serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ben View Guest House?

No, Ben View Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ben View Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ben View Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ben View Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely lovely room with tons of room and super close to the center of town and train station. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great! Very easy check in and check out and was very helpful. Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great! We really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great B&B very clean comfortable room. Lovely staff who work hard and are attentive to guests needs and requirements. I would definitely highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room staff, breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast! Easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at Ben view. The staff were incredibly helpful. The location is amazing for checking out Fort William. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place! Our room was so big and very clean. Staff were incredibly helpful! We wish we had planned a longer stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was spotless, very cosy - clearly newly renovated, bed was brilliantly comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Location - near the bus and train stations, also walkable to town center and waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed here for 1 night and it did the trick. Nothing fancy, smaller room but very clean and updated. Perfect for one night. The owner was helpful and friendly upon arrival and check out. Close to town to walk around and many restaurants nearby too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Lovely guest house in a great location in Fort William. Only a 5 minute walk to the train station and to the high street of Fort William. The room was very nice, the bed was extremely comfortable and everything was clean and bright. My room had a great view of Ben Nevis which was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was a good size and clean. Short walk to Main Street with shops and restaurants. Dio was an friendly and courteous host.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Ben View was great. It is perfect for those that one to explore the area or those starting or finishing the West Highland Way. Its location is great, near the train station, restaurants, supermarket and start/end WHW. The breakfast was outstanding. The service was excellent. We definitely recommend this guest house. Love it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Had a fantastic stay at Ben View Guest House. The rooms were clean, comfortable and in a great location, with a really welcoming atmosphere throughout. A special mention to Dio, who was absolutely fantastic from start to finish — friendly, helpful and genuinely went above and beyond to make the stay enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble, and his hospitality really made the experience stand out. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice stop over on way to Isle of Skye. Dio was very helpful with information on a very late check in and nothing was you much for him. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is a real gem. To actually engage with the owners and family at check in was brilliant. Shops, sites etc very close with Di (owner) more than willing to assist in any way possible. Something that AI and contactless properties wish to avoid. Great place a recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
It was a safe place to stay the night on our way to the Isle of Mull. It was not updated but clean. Lots of stairs which was typical. The staff on site was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was super clean, heated already and everything was very eas
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cool
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room comfortable bed. A bit sparse no luggage rack or hanging space for jackets.We had room 103 which has a separate bathroom across the corridor as advertised but I had not noticed when booking. Bathroom very spacious but no where to hang clothes. Breakfast available for an extra fee. Very friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Noisy building, can hear people talking in other rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff willing to talk to you about your stay and holiday experiences.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026