Glentower Lower Observatory

Rated 9.4 in 355 reviews. 7 rooms.

★★★★

Glentower Lower Observatory is a B Listed Historic Building that was originaly built in 1889 as a Weather Observatory connected to the Higher Observatory on the top of Ben Nevis now being ran as a Luxury Guest House by Trevor and Catriona since 2004

Glentower Lower Observatory offers bed and breakfast accommodation with stunning views of Loch Linnhe and the Ardgour Hills. The centre of Fort William is only 5 minutes’ walk away.

A wide-ranging breakfast menu is served in the dining room, with views over the serene garden. Cooked and continental options are available, and guests can also enjoy traditional Scottish porridge.

Rooms at Glentower all have carpeted floors and a flat-screen TV. There is free Wi-Fi throughout the building, and free private parking on site.

Fort William is perfect for walkers and cyclists wishing to explore the picturesque surroundings. Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the United Kingdom, can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive.

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Recommended Nearby

A guide to great places near Glentower Lower Observatory

  1. Spice Tandoori

    Really nice food!!

    396 m from hotel
    141 High St

  2. West Highland Way Official End

    Sad it's over; but slightly relieved.

    404 m from hotel
    Gordon Sq.

  3. Crannog Restaurant

    One of the best meals I've ever had. The food is absolutely amazing, and all the fish is as delicious as it gets!

    459 m from hotel
    Town Pier

  4. The Great Glen (Wetherspoon)

    best decorated Wetherpoons yet!

    469 m from hotel
    104 High St

  5. Cafe 115

    The scones are amazing!

    0.5 km from hotel
    115 High Street

  6. Ben Nevis Bar

    We were afraid to order Haggis but it's delicious! YOU HAVE TO TRY IT!

    0.5 km from hotel
    103 High St.

  7. The Tavern Restaurant

    Be careful: haddock (fish'n'chips) is EXTREMELY big!

    0.6 km from hotel
    72 High St

  8. The Grog & Gruel

    Best pub in town for beer lovers.

    0.6 km from hotel
    66 High St

  9. Cafe Mango

    Really good indian and thai food!

    0.7 km from hotel
    24-26 High St

  10. The Crofter Bar

    For me it was very good food, at 1 pound each dish when you buy a drink. Just remember to come here between 5 and 9 pm! ;D

    0.8 km from hotel
    High Street

  11. Fort William

    Always bring waterproof clothing to Fort William. Always.

    0.9 km from hotel

  12. Ben Nevis

    Long but fantastic walk :-)

    2.2 km from hotel