Explore Top Hostels in Fort William

Located 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. The hostel offers both private rooms and beds in shared dormitories. Each has access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests are also welcome to relax in the shared lounge area and make use of a communal kitchen. Glen Nevis Youth Hostel offers both continental and full, cooked breakfast options, packed lunches and evening meals. Snacks, alcoholic and soft drinks are available at reception. The Ben Nevis Distillery is just 20 minutes’ drive from the Glen Nevis Youth Hostel and the Clan Cameron Museum is a 10-minute drive away. The surrounding area is ideal for canyoning and quad biking. Please note Hosteling Scotland is a charity and membership organization. For nonmembers, a supplement per person, per night will be added to the published rate. See Important Information for more details.

- "Perfect stay" - "Warm, welcoming, excellent location and superb facilities." - "Ideal location, exceeding expectations and amazing staff" - "A lovely stay in a great location." - "Ben Nevis was right there so we climbed it!" - "Nice acommodation, they should replace the matresses." - "A great budget stay" - "Disappointed"

Adults-only hostel in Fort William with a 24-hour front desk
This smoke-free hostel features a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi in public areas.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
UHI Fort William – Campus Accommodation offers 40 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

- "The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, everything was in walking distance " - "Great location just a few minutes from the railway station,and within easy walking distance of the town. Clean and comfortable accommodation with key card access. You'll need to provide your own food and drink but there is a well equipped kitchen for your use. Ample shopping opportunities with two supermarkets and a McDonald's close by." - "Property is a hall of residence during term time. Room was en suite, clean, spacious with shared full kitchen. Close to transport hub with number of supermarkets nearby & 5 minute walk to town centre."

Located just three miles from the center of Fort William, Chase the Wild Goose, by Fort William 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. Fort William city center has a wide range of pubs and restaurants, and attractions including the West Highland Museum. The Caledonian Canal is located nearby the property. Steall Waterfall, the locks of Neptune’s Staircase and steam railway trips on the West Highland Line are among the area’s other popular attractions.

- "Good home base for hiking and/or outdoor adventures." - "An amazing stay at the Wild Goose, thank you ! 😄" - "Convenient and Great Hostel!" - "Perfect place to stay for a little break" - "Excellent hostel just outside Fort William" - "Good stay, very clean and well maintained. Staff friendly and helpful." - "Very nice clean hostel with good shower facilities" - "Peaceful location" - "Comfortable stay and great facilities"

Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Loch Linnhe
This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden.
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel offers 16 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. This Fort William hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "We stayed here just one night before our Ben Nevis trip and that hotel is the best start point. Personnel were friendly and helpful. After many trips we appreciated the dryer room, where you can clean and dry your clothes. " - "Overnight stay. Stunning location, lovely facilities and good breakfast. " - "Great place. Awesome value for the money and the staff helped us with instructions to install ourselves (we arrived late). Unique recommendation is to tell people that you don’t include towels, a lot of people don’t frequent hostels that much and we forgot about this detail"

Located in Fort William, a 13-minute walk from Glen Nevis, Fort William Backpackers provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The property is 11 miles from Loch Linnhe, and within 400 yards of the city center. The hostel has a grill. Guests at Fort William Backpackers will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fort William, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Glenfinnan Station Museum is 18 miles from the accommodation, while West Highland Museum is a 9-minute walk away. Oban Airport is 38 miles from the property.

- "Braw !" - "Brilliant time at this gem of a hostel" - "mean, it's obviously not a 5 star hotel so I'm not going to grade it as such. It was adequate for w"

Suburban hostel in Fort William with free parking
Along with a meeting room, this smoke-free hostel has laundry facilities and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills.
Blacksmiths Bunkhouse - Hostel offers 9 shared accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Spatious apartment for a good price" - "Cozy property, neat as a pin! Tiny welcomed us warmly. Great value for money." - "The proprietor was most helpful especially as we had to arrive outside of the normal check-in times." - "Nice location, pretty clean and good facility." - "Good place to stay" - "Would prefer to pay more and have comfort and cleanliness. Overall location was not really good either. " - "Never book from hotels.com again it’s very misleading never thought I would share the flat with other strangers. It clearealy says in room appliances. Very confusing. Please let others know it’s shared bathroom and toilets and kitchen. Felt very uncomfortable. Girish "

Located in Fort William, 1.2 miles from Glen Nevis, Ben Nevis Inn Rooms provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a bar. The property is around 12 miles from Loch Linnhe, 18 miles from Glenfinnan Station Museum and 2.2 miles from West Highland Museum. Guests can enjoy garden views. All rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Ben Nevis Inn Rooms has some units that feature mountain views, and all rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fort William, like hiking. Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 2.5 miles from Ben Nevis Inn Rooms, while Steall Waterfall is 8 miles away. Oban Airport is 40 miles from the property.

- "Overall we enjoy the inn a lot. The food was good and servers are warm and welcoming. :)" - "10/10 would book again" - "I really enjoy to stay" - "Fantastic solution for groups of friends!" - "A highlight of our UK holiday due to its location" - "Amazing place to stay (especially for outdoorsy persons) but kinda pricey for this level of comfort"

Suburban hostel in Fort William with free parking
Along with express check-in, this smoke-free hostel has express check-out and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Chase The Wild Goose Hostel offers 7 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Very nice little hostel, only 4 rooms for 3 bathrooms so it feels private. The room was great, pretty clean with a private sink, the beds were confortable and a lot of space on top of our head despite being bunk beds. Nice location with view on Ben Nevis and the breakfast was just enough and cheap for what it's worth. Enough space as well if you wish to make your own food.I would recommend if you wish to have a quiet stay near Fort William."

Located within a 2-minute walk of West Highland Museum and 2.4 miles of Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery, Prime location rooms in high street has rooms in Fort William. The property is around 1.1 miles from Glen Nevis, 10 miles from Loch Linnhe and 18 miles from Glenfinnan Station Museum. Steall Waterfall is 7.6 miles from the hostel and Massacre of Glencoe is 16 miles away. The hostel provides certain units that include city views, and every room has a shared bathroom with a shower. Glenfinnan Monument is 17 miles from Prime location rooms in high street, while Glenfinnan Viaduct is 17 miles away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 37 miles from the accommodation.

- "Good overall stay" - "Nice room, good location. Would be a great place if they provided wifi" - "Great place to stay if visiting Fort William by train or bus."

Located in Fort William, 1.8 miles from Glen Nevis, Black Sheep Bunkhouse provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 10 miles from Loch Linnhe, 18 miles from Glenfinnan Station Museum and a 12-minute walk from West Highland Museum. Massacre of Glencoe is 16 miles away and Glenfinnan Monument is 18 miles from the hostel. At the hostel, all rooms are equipped with a closet. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Black Sheep Bunkhouse also have free WiFi. Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 2.8 miles from the accommodation, while Steall Waterfall is 8 miles away. Oban Airport is 37 miles from the property.

- "Cozy Stay in a Great Location" - "Welcoming, quiet and clean" - "Very enjoyable. Wish to come here again for longer time. Thanks Hugh!!!" - "The best" - "Good stay with warm welcome" - "Excelletent and friendly service" - "Great owner manager.moved our bags into larger riim lovely garden with ocean view coffee and milk in kitchen excellent" - "Wonderful!" - "Easy, affordable and have all the basic necessities"

Located in Fort William, 3.7 miles from Glen Nevis, Blacksmiths Bunkhouse provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 13 miles from Glenfinnan Station Museum, 14 miles from Loch Linnhe and 2.3 miles from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery. The property has a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Each room is equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower, while some rooms are equipped with a patio and others also offer mountain views. Guest rooms include bed linen. Guests at Blacksmiths Bunkhouse will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fort William, like skiing, fishing and cycling. West Highland Museum is 4.4 miles from the accommodation, while Steall Waterfall is 10 miles away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 42 miles from Blacksmiths Bunkhouse.

- "Great place. I'd use it again, over and over." - "Met our requirements for a warm bed and shower after a long week hiking"

Located within a 9-minute walk of West Highland Museum and 2.6 miles of Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery, Budget Rooms provides rooms in Fort William. The property is around a 18-minute walk from Glen Nevis, 11 miles from Loch Linnhe and 18 miles from Glenfinnan Station Museum. Glenfinnan Monument is 17 miles from the hostel and Glenfinnan Viaduct is 17 miles away. At the hostel each room comes with a shared bathroom with a shower. Guests at Budget Rooms will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fort William, like hiking. Steall Waterfall is 7.8 miles from the accommodation, while Massacre of Glencoe is 17 miles away. Oban Airport is 38 miles from the property.

- "No complaints" - "Used as base to go hike up Ben Navis." - "Good few nights up in Fort William" - "Great value for money, perfect pit stop for Scottish adventures." - "Basic, Comfortable, Clean." - "Nice and good value for money" - "Good rooms"

Chase The Wild Goose offers simple yet comfortable PRIVATE ROOMS with bunk beds in the tradition of youth hostels around the world. It is 2.5 miles from Fort William Centre, near the canal. Excellent views of the UK's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Good LOCAL dining. Breakfast is available. CHILDREN min 5 years - charged as adults. MAX 4 Guests in room.

The space
The private bedroom accommodation is situated within ‘Chase The Wild Goose’ and is located in Banavie, a quiet suburb of Fort William. The area is renowned as the home of ‘Neptune’s Staircase’, a series of amazingly engineered locks on the Caledonian Canal. The area is overlooked by the majesty of Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain. Banavie is especially popular with those preferring peace away from the noise of Fort William city centre. It has ample amenities, including hotel and bistro cafe with pub and take-aways just 10 mins walk. 'Hogwarts Express' steam train runs nearby and the Nevis Range with gondola and ski-runs are easily accessible by car or mini-bus. The hostel has some parking, with a free overflow Public Car Park nearby.

Guest access
Guests shall have access to their private Bedroom & shared Shower Room and on request can use shared Common Areas, including Kitchen, Dining Room and Lounge

Other things to note
• Unless travelling by Late Train guests must Check In before 10:00 pm.

• Guests travelling by Late Train - it is VERY important to let us know (message or text us) before 9:00 pm on Arrival Day, so we can arrange Special Access after Reception is closed. Be sure to alight train at Banavie, 250m from Hostel.

• You will reserve a PRIVATE code-locked room in a staffed backpackers hostel, in a bedroom located upstairs on the first floor. Other guests may access the bathroom facilities, which are PRIVATE when in use.

• You will be provided with freshly laundered bed linen for you to make your own beds, so allow time for this. NOTE: sleeping bags are not permitted.

• TOWELS & TOILETRIES are not provided. Please bring your own towel, or hire at Reception.

• Keep your rucksack with you or use the locker bank for your stuff.

• You may share the lounge, dining room and kitchen facilities.

• Buy a ‘Self-Serve Breakfast’ of hot drink, juice, cereal, toast (maybe some fruit will be available). Please wash and dry dishes after use.

• There's a Bistro and a Bar nearby for meals, and "early 'til late" food shops 10 mins walk.

• The accommodation is closed daily between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm for Cleaning and Maintenance and Staff time off.

TV • Exterior security cameras on property • Smoke alarm • Bed linens • Hot water • Wifi • Heating • Dishes and silverware • Cooking basics • Fire extinguisher

Chase The Wild Goose offers simple yet comfortable PRIVATE ROOMS with bunk beds in the tradition of youth hostels around the world. It is 2.5 miles from Fort William Centre, near the canal. Excellent views of the UK's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Good LOCAL dining. Breakfast is available. CHILDREN min 5 years - charged as adults. MAX 4 Guests in room.

The space
The private bedroom accommodation is situated within ‘Chase The Wild Goose’ and is located in Banavie, a quiet suburb of Fort William. The area is renowned as the home of ‘Neptune’s Staircase’, a series of amazingly engineered locks on the Caledonian Canal. The area is overlooked by the majesty of Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain. Banavie is especially popular with those preferring peace away from the noise of Fort William city centre. It has ample amenities, including hotel and bistro cafe with pub and take-aways just 10 mins walk. 'Hogwarts Express' steam train runs nearby and the Nevis Range with gondola and ski-runs are easily accessible by car or mini-bus. The hostel has some parking, with a free overflow Public Car Park nearby.

Guest access
Guests shall have access to their private Bedroom & shared Shower Room and on request can use shared Common Areas, including Kitchen, Dining Room and Lounge

Other things to note
• Unless travelling by Late Train guests must Check In before 10:00 pm.

• Guests travelling by Late Train - it is VERY important to let us know (message or text us) before 9:00 pm on Arrival Day, so we can arrange Special Access after Reception is closed. Be sure to alight train at Banavie, 250m from Hostel.

• You will reserve a PRIVATE code-locked room in a staffed backpackers hostel, in a bedroom located upstairs on the first floor. Other guests may access the bathroom facilities, which are PRIVATE when in use.

• You will be provided with freshly laundered bed linen for you to make your own beds, so allow time for this. NOTE: sleeping bags are not permitted.

• TOWELS & TOILETRIES are not provided. Please bring your own towel, or hire at Reception.

• Keep your rucksack with you or use the locker bank for your stuff.

• You may share the lounge, dining room and kitchen facilities.

• Buy a ‘Self-Serve Breakfast’ of hot drink, juice, cereal, toast (maybe some fruit will be available). Please wash and dry dishes after use.

• There's a Bistro and a Bar nearby for meals, and "early 'til late" food shops 10 mins walk.

• The accommodation is closed daily between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm for Cleaning and Maintenance and Staff time off.

Smoke alarm • Heating • Cooking basics • Exterior security cameras on property • Wifi • Bed linens • TV • Fire extinguisher • Hot water • Dishes and silverware

Chase The Wild Goose offers simple yet comfortable PRIVATE ROOMS with bunk beds in the tradition of youth hostels around the world. It is 2.5 miles from Fort William Centre, near the canal. Excellent views of the UK's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Good LOCAL dining. Breakfast is available. CHILDREN min 5 years - charged as adults. MAX 5 Guests in room.

The space
The private bedroom accommodation is situated within ‘Chase The Wild Goose’ and is located in Banavie, a quiet suburb of Fort William. The area is renowned as the home of ‘Neptune’s Staircase’, a series of amazingly engineered locks on the Caledonian Canal. The area is overlooked by the majesty of Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain. Banavie is especially popular with those preferring peace away from the noise of Fort William city centre. It has ample amenities, including hotel and bistro cafe with pub and take-aways just 10 mins walk. 'Hogwarts Express' steam train runs nearby and the Nevis Range with gondola and ski-runs are easily accessible by car or mini-bus. The hostel has some parking, with a free overflow Public Car Park nearby.

Guest access
Guests shall have access to their private Bedroom & shared Shower Room and on request can use shared Common Areas, including Kitchen, Dining Room and Lounge

Other things to note
• Unless travelling by Late Train guests must Check In before 10:00 pm.

• Guests travelling by Late Train - it is VERY important to let us know (message or text us) before 9:00 pm on Arrival Day, so we can arrange Special Access after Reception is closed. Be sure to alight train at Banavie, 250m from Hostel.

• You will reserve a PRIVATE code-locked room in a staffed backpackers hostel, in a bedroom located upstairs on the first floor. Other guests may access the bathroom facilities, which are PRIVATE when in use.

• You will be provided with freshly laundered bed linen for you to make your own beds, so allow time for this. NOTE: sleeping bags are not permitted.

• TOWELS & TOILETRIES are not provided. Please bring your own towel, or hire at Reception.

• Keep your rucksack with you or use the locker bank for your stuff.

• You may share the lounge, dining room and kitchen facilities.

• Buy a ‘Self-Serve Breakfast’ of hot drink, juice, cereal, toast (maybe some fruit will be available). Please wash and dry dishes after use.

• There's a Bistro and a Bar nearby for meals, and "early 'til late" food shops 10 mins walk.

• The accommodation is closed daily between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm for Cleaning and Maintenance and Staff time off.

Fire extinguisher • Bed linens • TV • Dishes and silverware • Wifi • Hot water • Cooking basics • Smoke alarm • Heating • Exterior security cameras on property

Chase The Wild Goose offers simple yet comfortable PRIVATE ROOMS with bunk beds in the tradition of youth hostels around the world. It is 2.5 miles from Fort William Centre, near the canal. Excellent views of the UK's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Good LOCAL dining. Breakfast is available. CHILDREN min 5 years - charged as adults. MAX 6 Guests in room.

The space
The private bedroom accommodation is situated within ‘Chase The Wild Goose’ and is located in Banavie, a quiet suburb of Fort William. The area is renowned as the home of ‘Neptune’s Staircase’, a series of amazingly engineered locks on the Caledonian Canal. The area is overlooked by the majesty of Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain. Banavie is especially popular with those preferring peace away from the noise of Fort William city centre. It has ample amenities, including hotel and bistro cafe with pub and take-aways just 10 mins walk. 'Hogwarts Express' steam train runs nearby and the Nevis Range with gondola and ski-runs are easily accessible by car or mini-bus. The hostel has some parking, with a free overflow Public Car Park nearby.

Guest access
Guests shall have access to their private Bedroom & shared Shower Room and on request can use shared Common Areas, including Kitchen, Dining Room and Lounge

Other things to note
• Unless travelling by Late Train guests must Check In before 10:00 pm.

• Guests travelling by Late Train - it is VERY important to let us know (message or text us) before 9:00 pm on Arrival Day, so we can arrange Special Access after Reception is closed. Be sure to alight train at Banavie, 250m from Hostel.

• You will reserve a PRIVATE code-locked room in a staffed backpackers hostel, in a bedroom located upstairs on the first floor. Other guests may access the bathroom facilities, which are PRIVATE when in use.

• You will be provided with freshly laundered bed linen for you to make your own beds, so allow time for this. NOTE: sleeping bags are not permitted.

• TOWELS & TOILETRIES are not provided. Please bring your own towel, or hire at Reception.

• Keep your rucksack with you or use the locker bank for your stuff.

• You may share the lounge, dining room and kitchen facilities.

• Buy a ‘Self-Serve Breakfast’ of hot drink, juice, cereal, toast (maybe some fruit will be available). Please wash and dry dishes after use.

• There's a Bistro and a Bar nearby for meals, and "early 'til late" food shops 10 mins walk.

• The accommodation is closed daily between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm for Cleaning and Maintenance and Staff time off.

TV • Fire extinguisher • Cooking basics • Hot water • Wifi • Heating • Dishes and silverware • Smoke alarm • Exterior security cameras on property • Bed linens

Chase The Wild Goose offers simple yet comfortable PRIVATE ROOMS with bunk beds in the tradition of youth hostels around the world. It is 2.5 miles from Fort William Centre, near the canal. Excellent views of the UK's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Good LOCAL dining. Breakfast is available. CHILDREN min 5 years - charged as adults. MAX 8 Guests in room.

The space
The private bedroom accommodation is situated within ‘Chase The Wild Goose’ and is located in Banavie, a quiet suburb of Fort William. The area is renowned as the home of ‘Neptune’s Staircase’, a series of amazingly engineered locks on the Caledonian Canal. The area is overlooked by the majesty of Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain. Banavie is especially popular with those preferring peace away from the noise of Fort William city centre. It has ample amenities, including hotel and bistro cafe with pub and take-aways just 10 mins walk. 'Hogwarts Express' steam train runs nearby and the Nevis Range with gondola and ski-runs are easily accessible by car or mini-bus. The hostel has some parking, with a free overflow Public Car Park nearby.

Guest access
Guests shall have access to their private Bedroom & shared Shower Room and on request can use shared Common Areas, including Kitchen, Dining Room and Lounge

Other things to note
• Unless travelling by Late Train guests must Check In before 10:00 pm.

• Guests travelling by Late Train - it is VERY important to let us know (message or text us) before 9:00 pm on Arrival Day, so we can arrange Special Access after Reception is closed. Be sure to alight train at Banavie, 250m from Hostel.

• You will reserve a PRIVATE code-locked room in a staffed backpackers hostel, in a bedroom located upstairs on the first floor. Other guests may access the bathroom facilities, which are PRIVATE when in use.

• You will be provided with freshly laundered bed linen for you to make your own beds, so allow time for this. NOTE: sleeping bags are not permitted.

• TOWELS & TOILETRIES are not provided. Please bring your own towel, or hire at Reception.

• Keep your rucksack with you or use the locker bank for your stuff.

• You may share the lounge, dining room and kitchen facilities.

• Buy a ‘Self-Serve Breakfast’ of hot drink, juice, cereal, toast (maybe some fruit will be available). Please wash and dry dishes after use.

• There's a Bistro and a Bar nearby for meals, and "early 'til late" food shops 10 mins walk.

• The accommodation is closed daily between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm for Cleaning and Maintenance and Staff time off.

Heating • Fire extinguisher • Wifi • Bed linens • Smoke alarm • TV • Exterior security cameras on property • Hot water • Dishes and silverware • Cooking basics