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.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
14 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
6.7
Low score for Fort William

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Philip
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location. Stunning view of Ben Nevis and the loch. Much more scenic than staying in Fort William. The bunk room was clean and the staff were friendly.
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All expectations were set and met. A warm, friendly welcome was waiting for us. For what we needed (a place to sleep, cook, shower and get ready for a climb) it was perfect.
  • Hannah
    Singapore Singapore
    Tina the owner would provide quick and helpful messaging replies for queries. The bunkhouse had friendly and helpful staff who greeted us on entry and gave us brief tour. Lovely accommodations for our group: the place was clean, beds comfortable,...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Group accommodation following a long hike. Comfortable beds in a dorm type set up. Good facilities and a spacious communal area left us feeling at home The staff were very friendly and helpful.
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location, the hosts and the warmth of the Bunkhouse. Nicely separated and secure from other guests.
  • Blandine
    Belgium Belgium
    Great location just outside Fort William, in front of the Caledonian canal, and by the rail tracks where we saw the Jacobite stream train pass around 10:30am (we didn't hear other trains, no worries, it's very quiet). Great common areas, with...
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing peaceful location a few miles outside Fort William, on the waterside with beautiful views in all directions.
  • Eva
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We book two out of the three rooms available and were given our own bathroom and fridge/freezer. The kitchen was equipped with everything and the communal area was very cosy. We loved our stay here!
  • K
    Kane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Enjoyable stay in a picturesque setting, everything you could need is on site and the living quarters were comfortable - our brief interactions with any staff were pleasant and friendly. Overall, it was excellent value for money and we would...
  • Loes
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Location is superb - beautyful view at the Ben Nevis!

Area info

Amenities of Blacksmiths Bunkhouse

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Ski

  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski school
    Additional charge

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Racquetball
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • Key access

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Interconnecting room(s) available
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Blacksmiths Bunkhouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. That's about $125. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Blacksmiths Bunkhouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Blacksmiths Bunkhouse

    • The prices at Blacksmiths Bunkhouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Blacksmiths Bunkhouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Racquetball
      • Bike tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Walking tours
    • Check-in at Blacksmiths Bunkhouse is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Blacksmiths Bunkhouse is 1.8 miles from the center of Fort William. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.