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Glentower Lower Observatory

Property class: 4

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Glentower Lower Observatory provides amenities, such as free cooked-to-order breakfast and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €324
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a lamp, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A large, two-story house with a prominent archway entrance, a circular driveway, and a well-maintained lawn.

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Sea Facing

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There are curtains on the windows, and a heart-shaped decoration on the wall.

Superior Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Sea Facing

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small stool, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Fort William, Glentower Lower Observatory is near a train station and by the sea. Old Fort of Fort William and Commando Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ben Nevis and Loch Leven. Lochaber Leisure Centre and Highland Soaps are also worth visiting. Enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Fort William travel guide
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Achintore Road, Fort William, Scotland, PH33 6RQ

What's nearby

  • A stone building with a thatched roof in a grassy valley with mountains in the background.
    West Highland Way
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • beach near Fort William
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Highland Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Old Fort of Fort William
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Great Glen Way
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort William Station
    14 min walk
  • Inverness (INV)
    126 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Great Glen (Wetherspoon)
    6 min walk
  • McDonald's
    17 min walk
  • The Wildcat
    9 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    3 min drive
  • The Crofter Bar
    10 min walk

About this property

Glentower Lower Observatory

  • Upscale guest house by the sea
  • Glentower Lower Observatory provides amenities, such as free cooked-to-order breakfast and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Smoke-free property, a reception hall and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 10 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 10 and older 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 10 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Glentower Lower Observatory pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Glentower Lower Observatory?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glentower Lower Observatory on 23 Aug 2026 start from €324, 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.

How much is parking at Glentower Lower Observatory?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Glentower Lower Observatory?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Glentower Lower Observatory?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Glentower Lower Observatory located?

Situated by the sea, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Loch Linnhe, West Highland Way and Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre. West Highland Museum and Great Glen Way are also within 15 minutes. Fort William Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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