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Situated at the foot Ben Nevis in Fort William, the Ben Nevis Hotel and Leisure Club is a great place to stay and relax whether visiting on business or for some quality leisure time. It
is only 1 mile from the town centre
and although a public bus service does operate, we advise clients not to rely on this as their sole means of transport to the ski resort of Nevis Range.
Guests can
enjoy unlimited access to the hotel's own 4 star private
Ben Nevis Leisure Club with its beautifully
lit 50ft swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi,
and gymnasium. Children are welcome at all times under supervision of adults.
The Kingfisher Restaurant caters for all tastes and the hotel's own team of chefs use fresh award winning local produce to produce varied menus offering delicious new choices every night.
There are 119 bedrooms. all ensuite with colour television,tes/coffee facilities and direct dial telephones. Front facing rooms all have a view onto the great mountain of Ben Nevis. Executive double
rooms may be available for a small supplement. There is an ongoing phased bedroom refurbishment programme and these rooms also carry an extra supplement.
The East Lodge provides annexed accommodation to the hotel and guests only have a short walk to the main hotel and its facilities.
Friendly
staff are always on hand and can provide up to date
reports on weather conditions at Nevis Range during
your stay.
Free WiFi access extends to all meeting rooms, public areas and bedrooms within the main hotel.
Distance
to Nevis Range approx 15 min drive
Distance to Glencoe approx. 40 mins (please note we do not offer hire and tuition packages to Glencoe)
Visitscotland grading
2 stars with 4 star Leisure Club
meal plan - dinner bed & breakfast
every night.
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Ballachulish Hotel 3 stars |
Glide through the dramatic pass of Glencoe and the mountains divide to reveal this breathtaking lochside setting. Fulfill your dream of the perfect historic Highland Hotel by staying here amongst the turrets. 
Savour fine Scottish cuisine in the Bulas (meaning cooking pot in Gaelic!) Restaurant. Relax to the welcoming crackle of log fires in the elegant Lounge or the cosy Old Library or simply unwind in the sunny Cocktail Bar.
The Ballachulish Hotel is a traditional Highland hotel. As an 18th Century listed building, the hotel itself consists of a turreted baronial style old wing alongside a stylish new wing. The hotel has a friendly informality about it suited to those on holiday in the area. There is no dress code for the restaurant where people enjoy dressing up or down!
Leisure facilities are available for complimentary use at the sister hotel The Isles of Glencoe. The pool, sauna, steam room, turbo bath and exercise room (computerised bicycle, running machine and Versa-climber) are open from 7:30am to 10:00pm (8:00pm for children). To gain free entry to the Centre just take your key-card along to reception at The Isles. Guests staying in Chieftain Celebration Rooms are supplied with complimentary towels from the Ballachulish Reception. Extra towels may be hired at The Isles. Children under 16 are not permitted into the pool or the exercise room without an adult.
Watch the sunset from the Bulas Restaurant where delightful fare is laid before you. The best from the Highlands and around the world is carefully prepared and masterfully presented by adventurous chefs. A cosmopolitan wine list compliments the perfect evening; sample the vintages throughout your stay.
A no smoking policy operates throughout the hotel.
Room upgrades may be available subject to availability.
Distance to the Ice Factor indoor climbing approx 9 miles
Distance to Glencoe approx 30 mins drive
Distance to Nevis Range approx 40 mins drive
Visitscotland grading 3 stars
meal plan - Dinner Bed & Breakfast every night
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Isles of Glencoe Hotel 3 stars |
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Almost afloat, the Isles of Glencoe Hotel and Leisure Centre nestles on the side of a peninsula reaching into Loch Leven.. This friendly, modern hotel offers everything you dream of on holiday; spacious bedrooms with loch and mountain-views and a very relaxed atmosphere.
The loch side conservatory restaurant offers very fine dining for adults and children and very fine views! Guests can enjoy free use of the Leisure Centre with heated pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, exercise room and solarium. Outside you can explore easy loch side trails for all the family and the children can also let off some steam in the adventure playground!
"A really friendly place to go with a great, relaxed family atmosphere. The pool and leisure centre make it perfect!"
Knowledgeable staff have information on things to do and see in the area from relaxed walksand sight seeing to boat trips mountain climbing! Lochaber Watersports is located next door to the hotel for canoeing and other water activities (seasonal only)
The Isles of Glencoe Hotel and Leisure Centre is set on its own loch side peninsula with three kilometres of water frontage. Enjoy the sense of space all around and the choice of magnificent walks and strolls just on the doorstep.
The Isles makes a great base not just for touring by car but is ideally placed for walkers, climbers and cyclists wishing to explore the rugged West Highlands. Nearby Ski Centres of Nevis Range and Glencoe are within easy reach of the hotel.
A no smoking policy operates throughout the hotel. Distance to the Ice Factor Indoor climbing walls approx 9 miles - Distance to Glencoe approx 30 mins drive
Distance to Nevis Range approx 40 mins drive
Visitscotland grading 3 stars
meal plan - Dinner Bed & Breakfast every night - Packed Lunches available |
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Tirindrish
House
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This
beautiful historic house, which has its roots steeped
in Jacobite history, will put you in the mood for mountain
air & highland adventure! It is set well back from
the road in secluded grounds with fine mountain views.
The
bedrooms which are individually and tastefully furnished
have private/ensuite bathrooms and central heating.
There is a delightful Guest sitting room with an open
fire which is sure to ease the aches away from a hard
day on the slopes! Dinner can be arranged direct with
the owners (the lady of the house is a very good cook!)
This
accommodation is perfect if you have no transport as
for a small charge the owners will pick up & drop
you off at the slopes daily (2 & 3 day packages
only). You will also be collected from the train station
at Spean Bridge on arrival.
Distance
from Nevis Range approx 15 min drive - Visitscotland grading
non-member
meal plan - bed & breakfast
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