The Imperial Hotel, Fort William ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Fraser Square, Fort William, United Kingdom, PH33 6DW

The Imperial Hotel is situated in the heart of Fort William, nestled between the Main Street and Loch Linnhe. Guests can enjoy stunning views of the Great Glen and the surrounding hills. This location serves as an ideal base for various activities, including adventure tourism and corporate stays. The hotel is known for its comfort, cleanliness, and high-quality dining options.

Location

The Imperial Hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to local amenities such as cinemas, museums, and leisure centers. The area features scenic routes that connect guests to attractions like the Jacobite Steam Train and the gondolas at Aonach Mor. Additionally, transportation options are accessible, making it easy for guests to explore the beautiful Scottish Highlands.

Rooms

The hotel features 36 comfortably furnished bedrooms, all equipped with contemporary decor and amenities. Many rooms offer breathtaking views over Loch Linnhe, enhancing the guest experience. Each room is individually named after historic clans associated with Argyll and the Cowal Peninsula. Essential comforts include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and spa baths with showers.

Eat & Drink

The dining experience at The Imperial Hotel includes the Rio Pizzeria, offering a variety of dishes and a selection of beverages. The Library Bar provides a cozy atmosphere for guests to enjoy coffee, cake, and a range of drinks. Both facilities aim to cater to diverse culinary preferences and occasions. Room service is also available for added convenience.

Leisure & Business

For leisure activities, guests can explore local golf courses, including Fort William Golf Course. The hotel also hosts unique guided cruises on Loch Shiel, offering wildlife spotting opportunities. Business travelers will find the hotel a suitable venue for corporate stays, providing the necessary amenities for a productive experience. Specific events, such as annual motorcycle trials, are organized nearby.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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3 persons

35 m²

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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

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2 persons

22 m²

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2 Single beds

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Standard Double Room

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2 persons

22 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Fort William400 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Views!

The room featured huge windows that offered a breathtaking view of the loch, making my stay unforgettable.view full review

Delicious Meals!

I was pleasantly surprised by the amazing quality and generous portions of the food served at the restaurant.view full review

Relaxing Jacuzzi!

The bathroom was equipped with a Jacuzzi bath that provided the perfect way to unwind and relax after a day of exploring.view full review

Excellent Room Service!

Every day, I returned to a meticulously cleaned room with all my essentials like coffee and toiletries restocked. It felt very thoughtful.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Fraser Square, Fort William, United Kingdom, PH33 6DW

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Fraser Square, Fort William, United Kingdom, PH33 6DW

City landmarks

Old Fort of Fort William

2600 ft

Castle

Old Inverlochy Castle

1.4 mi

Achintore Road

Lime Tree An Ealdhain Gallery

1.0 mi

The Parade

Fort William War Memorial

1.1 mi

An Aird

The Nevis Centre

2500 ft

Alexander Ross House Achintore Road

Lochaber Archive Centre

3200 ft

Forest

Fairy Forest

4600 ft

Museums

Treasures of the Earth

1.8 mi

Church

Saint Mary's Catholic Church

4100 ft

Up and Doon Guided Walks

4100 ft

B8004 at A830 Caledonian Canal

Neptune's Staircase

2.0 mi

Lochy Bridge

Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery

1.8 mi

Castle

Inverlochy Castle

1.4 mi

Loch Laggan

Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve

1.2 mi

Cow Hill Mast

1.7 mi

C1162

Old End of West Highland Way

1.9 mi

Nearby

Museums

West Highland Museum

700 ft

Cameron Square

Bronze Ford Model T

400 ft

Art object

Statue of Donald Cameron

800 ft

104 High Street

Seated Sculpture

1200 ft

Church

Saint Andrew's Church

600 ft

Museums

Jacobite Train

1400 ft

Parks

Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre

600 ft

Church

Duncansburgh MacIntosh Church

700 ft

19 Middle St

Old Fort

1100 ft

Fort William PH33 6DX

West Highland Way End

1400 ft

The Parade

Peace Memorial

1000 ft

Glen Nevis Upper Falls

1200 ft

East Highland Way

1200 ft

Braveheart car park

Dun Deardail fort

1700 ft

Restaurants

Cafe Ecosse

500 ft

32 High Street

Nico's Takeaway and Restaurant

400 ft

37 High Street

Abi's Kebabs

600 ft

28 High Street Through Underpass

Macari's Fish and Chip Shop

1000 ft

90 High Street

Hot Roast Company

1000 ft

127 High Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

beautiful location

varied dining options

poor room smells

language barriers with staff

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

6.0

Location

7.8

Service

7.5

Dining

6.2

Ben

United States of America, May 2024

6.4/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were spacious, but unfortunately, mine had some awful cooking smells and noise from outside was a bit bothersome. The bathroom was slippery, and the dust could have been better managed. The bed was too small for the price paid, and the bath towels were not of good quality.

Rooms

5.0

Despite the spaciousness, my room had some cooking smells and noise issues. The bathroom was slippery, and there were dust concerns. The bed should have been larger for the rate charged.

Service

6.0

The staff, led by a duty manager who was often seen vaping, had limited English but were still somewhat helpful and pleasant.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is beautiful and close to various attractions like the Nevis Range mountain resort, although parking in the paid lot could be frustrating, especially during bad weather.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a bit of a mixed bag. While the options were varied, there were issues like poorly cooked porridge and burnt sausages that affected the overall quality.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had some nice facilities, but improvements could be made in various areas to enhance the overall guest experience.

beautiful location

poor room smells

Terry

United States of America, April 2024

6.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of ups and downs. The location was great, near the bus and train stations, but the room had strong cooking smells and was not as luxurious as expected. The bathroom was a slip hazard, and the bed was too small for the price. The noise from outside was also bothersome, affecting my sleep quality. However, the room was clean, and the staff was helpful despite some communication issues. The dining experience was subpar, with old-looking food, but the hotel's proximity to various attractions was a plus.

Rooms

5.0

The room had strong cooking smells and noise from outside, affecting sleep quality. The bathroom was a slip hazard, and the bed was too small for the price.

Service

7.0

The staff was helpful, despite some communication issues. They tried to deliver good service.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the bus and train stations, shops, and restaurants, making it a practical choice for exploring the area.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing with old-looking food.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were fine and clean, but nothing exceptional stood out.

Billy

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was comfortable and enjoyable, with some areas that stood out and a few minor drawbacks. The room, which was a free upgrade with a 4-poster bed, a view of the lock, and a Jacuzzi bath, was cozy and had everything we needed. The service, without saying a word, was exceptional, especially during meals. The location, right in the town center near bars and restaurants, was excellent. The dining experience, to the Master room with a spa bath and ocean view, was mostly good, though there were some minor issues on one morning. Overall, a nice hotel with great features but a few room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The room, with a free upgrade, a 4-poster bed, a view of the lock, and a Jacuzzi bath, was comfortable and adequate for a one-night stay.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with lovely and helpful staff who were attentive and resolved any issues.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in the town center near bars and restaurants made it very convenient and ideal for exploring Fort William.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was mostly good, especially at the Master room with a spa bath and ocean view, though there were some issues on one morning.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered good facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay with all necessary amenities.

Emma

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.0/10

The hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms with a jacuzzi type bath and a good choice at breakfast, although noisy due to the ring road and lack of a lift. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable, clean, and had good facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Location

8.0

The location was excellent, providing easy access to town and hill walking.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with ample and well-cooked food.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers good facilities.

Fred

United Kingdom, April 2023

6.0/10

The hotel is centrally located, making it convenient to explore the town, but the rooms were below expectations in terms of cleanliness and size. The service was friendly and helpful, with a nice gesture of carrying our heavy bag upstairs. The dining experience had its highs and lows, with tasty cooked-to-order items but some quality issues with other breakfast selections. Overall, the hotel offers a decent stay at a fair price.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were of poor quality and too compact for the price. We even had to clean the bath ourselves, which was disappointing.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and helpful, especially during check-in and when we needed advice. The gesture of carrying our heavy bag to the third-floor room was appreciated.

Location

7.0

The hotel's central location is ideal for exploring the town, being close to the high street and within walking distance of the train and bus stations.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs. While some items were tasty, others like sausages and bacon seemed not cooked to order, affecting the overall quality.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel offers basic facilities; however, improvements in room cleanliness and dining quality would enhance the overall guest experience.

Fred

United States of America, April 2023

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were unexpectedly cozy and clean, but the lack of air conditioning and the radiator stuck on full heat made it uncomfortable. The location is convenient near the town center but suffers from limited parking and no views from the ground floor. The service was friendly but had some language barriers that led to confusion. The dining experience was average with limited serving hours and rushed service. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and tidy, with unexpectedly comfortable amenities like a 4 poster bed and a jacuzzi bath.

Service

6.0

The staff were nice and helpful, although there were language barriers that caused some confusion.

Location

7.0

The hotel is very central, just minutes from the high street and close to the rail/bus station. However, the busy road and limited parking are drawbacks.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its flaws with early closing times and some rushed service, but the quality was decent.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average, nothing outstanding but satisfactory for a short stay.

Cozy Rooms

Language Barriers