First we visited the Lovat for dinner only at their Station Road restaurant. Then when an…read moreunfortunate accident happened on the hwy between Ft. Augustus and Glencoe, causing it to close for over 7 hrs, we found ourselves in need of hotel rooms. Back to The Lovat we went. The prix fixed dinner was delicious. First they sat us down in a lounge/sitting room for "snacks" while we played cards, then we were taken to the dining room for dinner. They presented each course, explaining the preparation, etc. We really enjoyed our experience and the delicious food. Everything was presented beautifully. We stayed in the garden rooms which are a newer addition to the hotel. They had great views. The rooms were clean and they provided goodies in the coffee/tea/refrigerator area. We all really enjoyed our time in Fort Augustus and look forward to visiting The Lovat and Station Road restaurant again.

We had a very special dinner at the Lovat. They offer two different prix fixe menus. We went for…read morethe less expensive one, which was £75 per person. The amount of food was just enough for us. Some people might not have found it to be enough. Everything was very well done, but it was very fancy food. Not just smoked trout, but smoked trout mousse. Not just crackers, but crackers with nettle leaves. The beef tartare was served atop a potato cube. Service was very attentive. A great place to celebrate a special occasion.

First I wanna start by saying that this was my FIRST trip to Scotland and I could not imagine…read morehaving stayed at a more perfect place. HARRY POTTER FANS, listen up: This hotel is WALKING DISTANCE from the Harry Potter Bridge here in Glenfinnan. You know the one. FLying car, chamber of secrets, Hogwarts express? Yeah, that's right!! NOT ONLY THAT, but it is right on Lock Shiel which, in addition to being absolutely stunning, is the lake that Hogwarts is on. Compare pictures to this lake to photos from the second task(mermaids) from Goblet of Fire....you will SCREAM! Enough about Harry Potter. This hotel is quaint, homey, and incredibly warm and lively. The entire staff goes above and beyond to make sure that your needs and desires are met. From the included breakfast every morning to the offering of packed lunches for your daily hikes the team here is a cut above the rest. The rooms are large with beautifully updated, modern washrooms and showers. The tea kettles and assortment of coffee and teas(in room) are brilliant and the perfect touch. The main dining area/restaurant is delicious with terrific daily specials. The bar area/casual dining area is just as great and features traditional, Scottish, live music some nights. This place will remain at the TOP of my list not only for myself but for recommendations to anyone that may ask. Thank you to the brilliant team behind this beautiful hotel.

The best house hotel I've ever been!! Stunning view of Loch Shiel and the occasional sight of deers…read moreroaming the grounds, excellent food, delightful drinks, and warm staff. The rooms are very comfortable with water jet bathtubs. It's also conveniently situated minutes away from the Glenfinnan Train Station and the breathtaking Glenfinnan Viaduct Trail. A real treat for all who visit!

A true hidden gem!! I'm not sure who finds themselves out in this part of Scotland. It's a less…read morebusy part of town, but it seems like a perfect, quite stop for couples wanting a countryside vacation, hikers who love the thrill of the mountains or those just seeking a little refuge from the city. We planned to stay nearby in Glencoe and looked for a restaurant. The internet had little advice to offer but this restaurant came up multiple times with glowing reviews. Silly Goose is located in the Lime Tree Inn and it's pure perfection! We were greeted kindly and welcomed into the cozy dining space. Spacious but very romantic. We started with drinks enjoying local gin and whiskey. My husband got to try the Sassenach that he'd been eyeing! For dinner, we got the ribeye and chicken. We were so impressed with how well these were cooked. So soft and moist! We were too full for dessert but they had a nice menu of options. The restaurant is spectacular and worth the visit if you are in the area. Be sure to make a reservation as they did have to turn folks away!

Wonderful two-night stay in this old manse. We had rooms one and five, both with views of Loch…read moreLinnhe. Room one on the first floor was a bit more spacious with a settee as well as a separate tub and walk-in shower. Room five was on the top floor up two flights of a curving staircase. Fortunately we discovered if you park around back there is a back door you can load suitcases out from. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner in the restaurant. Dinner was especially impressive with upscale playing and exquisite entrees and desserts. All the staff we encountered were helpful, patient and kind.

* Nevis Bank Hotel, Fort Willliam. 3 Stars. A small, contemporary hotel, with attractive rooms…read morethat are very tight. The big issue here is safety. The bathtub has very high sides. That makes entry and especially exiting after a shower difficult and dangerous. There are no grab bars for safety. On that basis alone, I would absolutely not recommend this hotel.

I can't say much about the Hotel, but this included cool roadside stop. A "Shop and Dine,"…read moreCafeteria Style, on the Banks and Bend of Loch Linnhe & Loch Eil. Our tour bus along with many others have supported the livelihood of the fine people working in the shop and kitchen. Fish 'n Chip's in the Highlands of Scotland seemed the best option for a rewarding survival of the "Shop & and Female Companions." You place your order with tray in had. It then getting barked to the back and after a short and painless wait - botta bing the piping (no pun intended) hot food is on your tray! You progress to the sweet cashier lady and get reminded that you (me) don't have a beverage. Oops. I quickly I the chilled bottles of lagers and grab an Lemon Shandy. Seating inside and out. It was a beautiful sunning day and no debate was raised on "outside." With sun on my back, extra tarter sauce, and Shandy popped open, it was time to rate the Fish 'n Chip's may last dish on the Cape Cod to the States. No comparison, these Chips were crunchy outside and tender inside. Same applied to the Fish. Crunchy, fresh, and tender. A heavenly treat. Of course, the Shandy, weather, location, and company added greatly to the experience.

We had a good experience here. We were on a road trip so parking was a big priority for us and this…read moreplace has a huge parking lot right next to the entrance. The location was excellent, centrally located just outside of town and a short drive to Glenfinnan, Ben Nevis and Glencoe. Our room had an amazing view of the loch across the street that was absolutely beautiful. The staff was great, room was clean, the property was well maintained and the restaurant was excellent.

I kinda wanted to give this place a better final score. The staff are nice and hospitable, and the…read moreprices are definitely reasonable. It's a fairly large hotel amongst the many B&Bs outside of Fort William. Our rooms are a little noisy until 10pm or so. We asked for a room with a view and ended up with half of one obscured by the lounge/bar building. Room is compact but serviceable. The common rooms, however, are very relaxing to just sit and enjoy the Loch in the setting/morning sun. Nautical maps abound, and there are a couple of topological maps if you are considering a walk in the nearby Glens the next day (of course, you should *actually* acquire one should you do so). The food is, ah, conventional. We went for venison burgers and vension sausages (sauces a little salty), and enjoyed them without anything worthy of special mention. Except the goat cheese, which turned out quite blue-vein. It's as if the meat itself lack that game taste a venison should ideally have, and they're making up for it with the other ingredients.

To be honest I only went here for the free wifi and sat in the bar. They had this beer called…read moreMonarch of the Glen and it was good. They also had a good selection of Scotch too . The bar man was friendly . The atmosphere was perfect too with no loud TVs bothering me. Cool place and I hope to actually stay in this hotel next time in Scotland.

The restaurant/pub is open to all, not just guests. We had such a good dinner the first night, we…read morecalled ahead for reservations to be sure to get a table to eat there for a second night! Between the two evenings, we had their Scottish stew pie, hunters chicken, fish and chips, Mac and cheese, and chicken ham and leek pie. And two helpings of the mega chocolate fudge cake. All super tasty after a day out on the highlands. Or thirst was well quenched with a nice selection of local craft beers, including several cask ales, and a good range of speyside and islay whisky to boot. (They have other drinks too but I couldn't tell you about them.) Very friendly service, great quiet pub atmosphere. They also have several curries and pasta dishes if you're looking for a change from traditional fare.

Booked 2 superior rooms for 1 night. One room was 50% smaller that the other. So small, I would…read moreclassify it as a glorified closet. Could not walk around the bed if someone was standing or sitting at the bottom. The chair was hiding behind the bathroom door. If the overhead light worked we would have seen it earlier. The safe was triggered open and could not be used. In order to use the suitcase caddy, we had to put it in front of the room door. Only place that it would fit. When we brought the issue up to management, their answer was "It is an old hotel and the rooms are assigned at the time of booking and it is the luck of the draw. REALLY!!!! The larger room had 3 large windows whereas the smaller room had a single 14" window. Be careful when booking this hotel. Lots of stairs and the room is "The luck of the draw!"

The location is amazing. Honestly, there isn't much else around this area. We wanted to visit…read moreGlencoe and the surrounding area. The hotel is gorgeous! The staff is accommodating-the room was nice (no view though) and clean. However, the place was understaffed. When visiting their dining room, it was a frantic mess. Not enough wait staff to care for everyone. Long waits to get service, even with a reservation. The food was ok but not worth the high prices. I had the Sea Bass and it was overcooked and dry. When speaking with the staff, they shared their frustration with not being able to give good service due to being understaffed. The hotel manager was serving?! Again, not many choices in the area so you are kind of forced to eat/stay there. Overall we were happy with our stay.

We so very much enjoyed our stay at Isles of Glencoe. This is a lovely property, both charming and…read morecozy with some very nice perks. Rooms come with a small bottle of local gin + snacks to enjoy - all free. The direct view of the lake and snow capped mountains from my room was stunning. Sunrises and sunsets from this vantage point are hard to beat. The hospitality provided at the restaurant and bar onsite were terrific. Breakfast is a generous offering with plenty of sweet and savory dishes - plus haggis and black pudding for those brave enough to try! Rooms are well sized and comfortable. Bathrooms have built in towel warmers - a nice feature. This property sets itself apart by being modern enough yet maintaining its character and showcasing the natural beauty of the outdoors. If my travels bring me back to this area of Scotland in the future, I definitely hope to return to Isles of Glencoe for another stay.

Staying at the hotel for 2 nights, so booked our first dinner at the hotel restaurant. What a huge…read moredisappointment. To be clear, much of the food was quite good, but the service was so exceptionally erratic that it detracted from almost every phase of the meal. Arrived on time for our 7pm reservations, and we were seated immediately. 15 minutes passed without even being acknowledged, so we hailed a waitress from the bar area and asked for some service. She sent over a waiter about 5 minutes later. We ordered everything: wine, appetizers and our mains. It was another 15 minutes before a single glass of wine appeared. The table next to us sat down 10 minutes AFTER us and ordered the same appetizers (steamed mussels), and got their food in less than 10 minutes. Another 15 minute wait and we had to ask about our appetizers before they came out. Mussels were EXCELLENT, which is the only reason this isn't a 1 star rating. My wife had the trout, which she loved. I ordered the duck breast, which the waiter emphasized would come out "red" which is very much how I like it. The duck was grey. Good flavor, but very tough and dry. The vegetables and barley were quite tasty, but the duck was a disappointment. After dinner, we passed on dessert, but I wanted to order a whiskey. The waiter seemed quite flustered, and said, "If you order whiskey from me, I'll have to go to the bar to get it, so better if you just pay your bill and order from the bar yourself." I told him then that the service had been "terrible" and he said, "I know." and walked off. We won't be eating here our second night, despite very few options in the Glencoe area. This was eating out at a fine dining price, with the service of a motel. Very sad.