Banavie

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The lower locks of Neptune's Staircase, a series of eight locks on the Caledonian Canal enabling the waterway to negotiate the 20 metre difference in elevation from Loch Lochy to Loch Linnhe. The vast array of boats through here means there is always a good subject for photographers.
The lower locks of Neptune's Staircase, a series of eight locks on the Caledonian Canal enabling the waterway to negotiate the 20 metre difference in elevation from Loch Lochy to Loch Linnhe. The vast array of boats through here means there is always a good subject for photographers.
Now almost 200 years old, Neptunes Staircase is designed to lift or drop boats almost 20 metres in a series of 8 locks taking about 90 mins for the full cycle to take place. It's a small but worthwhile detour whilst travelling through Fort William to see it in operation.
The Scottish canal system is interesting. This series of lochs carries ships from one loch to another.
Neptune\'s Staircase which includes a bridge, sailing and boating
Braeburn Guest House / B&B

Braeburn Guest House / B&B

4 out of 5
Badabrie Fort William Scotland
$119 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
$119 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Fort William. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Cape Wrath Trail are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Clean room and friendly service. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Braeburn Guest House / B&B
Innisfree Guest House

Innisfree Guest House

3 out of 5
Badabrie Fort William Scotland
$123 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
$147 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Fort William. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Cape Wrath Trail are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Minimal but beautifully decorated and large room with great view. Continental breakfast included which we greatly appreciated. Easy check in and checkout process. They even thought of earplugs if you need it. One of my stays in Scotland so far. Truly felt like home away from home.

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Innisfree Guest House
Moorings Hotel

Moorings Hotel

4 out of 5
Seanivan, Banavie, Fort William, Fort William SCT
Stay at this hotel in Fort William. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Neptune's Staircase are located ...
So disappointing!
For a 4 star hotel this was appalling. During our 3 night stay we didn’t see one member of hotel staff. No reception (self checkin & out) room was dirty I had to clean the toilet when we arrived and the cups but there was no one to tell. Rang reception several times no one picks up. Went down whole ...

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2022

Moorings Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments

Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments

3 out of 5
North Road Fort William Scotland
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Fort William. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and Commando Monument are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
We enjoyed our 2 nights here. Great to have free parking and a washing machine. We also cooked and liked the fully stocked kitchen. The beds were comfortable and the water hot. We enjoyed the living room and could spread out.

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Glenlochy Nevis Bridge Apartments
Tranquil surroundings close to the Loch beach access only 10 miles to Ben Nevis.

Tranquil surroundings close to the Loch beach access only 10 miles to Ben Nevis.

Onich Scotland
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Fort William. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Dragons Tooth Golf Course ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Lovely cottage by the Loch. We had a wonderful time.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

Tranquil surroundings close to the Loch beach access only 10 miles to Ben Nevis.
Secluded Highland Retreat with Wood-Fired Tub & Stunning Mountain Views

Secluded Highland Retreat with Wood-Fired Tub & Stunning Mountain Views

Kinlochleven Highland
Stay at this cabin in Kinlochleven. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Ben Nevis and The Ice Factor are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Perfect in every way, cozy, comfortable, everything you need to cook, lovely welcome pack, and even a nice wee dram to warm you into things, lovely views that you can see from your bed!

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Secluded Highland Retreat with Wood-Fired Tub & Stunning Mountain Views
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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