Fort William City Centre, a neighborhood in Fort William, is home to Imperial Hotel. Old Fort of Fort William and Commando Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lochaber Leisure Centre and Highland Soaps. Visit our Fort William travel guide
PH33 6DW, Scotland, Fort William, Fraser Square
What's nearby
Loch Linnhe
1 min walk - 0.0 km
West Highland Way
4 min walk - 0.4 km
West Highland Museum
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Great Glen Way
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Old Fort of Fort William
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
Fort William Station
4 min walk
Inverness (INV)
119 min drive
Restaurants
The Great Glen (Wetherspoon)
4 min walk
McDonald's
8 min walk
Black Isle Bar
5 min walk
The Wildcat
1 min walk
Ben Nevis Bar
4 min walk
About this property
Imperial Hotel
Hotel near Ben Nevis
Consider a stay at Imperial Hotel and take advantage of a library, a bar, and 2 restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
Wedding services and a banquet hall
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Imperial Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and room service.
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.95 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
Blue Restaurant
Library Bar
Things to do
Library
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
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Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Room service
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Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Property Registration Number YES
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property class
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is Imperial Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Imperial Hotel?
As of Sep 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Imperial Hotel on Oct 28, 2026 start from ¥14,765, excluding 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?
Self parking is available for a fee. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Imperial Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Imperial Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Imperial Hotel located?
Located in Fort William City Centre, this hotel is steps from Loch Linnhe, West Highland Museum, and Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre. West Highland Way and Belford Hospital are also within 10 minutes. Fort William Station is only a 4-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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Reviews
Imperial Hotel Reviews
7.2
Good
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The reception staff were so helpful. My husband and I had booked tickets for the Jacobite steam train and we didn't want to have to take our rucksacks. The wonderful lady on reception let us leave our rucksacks in their office, even though check in wasn't till much later in the day.
The twin room was clean and tidy, the bathroom was spotless and huge. We stayed in room 12. If i sat on the wide window ledge I could see the Loch. We had dinner in thd bar. The lady behind the bar was friendly, polite and very approachable. My husband had a burger and sticky toffee pudding. I can't remember what I had for a main course, but I remember clearing my plate. The profiteroles were too die for. We slept like a log. The breakfast in the restaurant was self serve buffet style mainly. But the hot cooked breakfast was ordered and cooked fresh. It was delicious. Overall a fabulous stay. If we ever go back to Fort William that is definitely the hotel we will rebook first.
My Second visit to this Hotel, and hopefully I will return. The Staff are attentive and friendly. A nice Bar and restaurant. The Hotel is a few steps away from the Main Street. My Room overlooked the Loch and was clean, and quiet.
Loved our room with view of the Loch. Staff were very friendly, polite and helpful.
Great breakfast and location perfect.
The only fault was the weak pressure on the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Elaine
May 21, 2026
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location was great for walking the area--shopping and restaurants all around the corner. The room itself was ok-good enough for our one night stay. Couldn't get the heat to work and the shower didn't have much pressure. Hair dryer didn't work. overall thought is was pricey for what it was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Trevor
Sep 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very welcoming when I arrived. My room was on the second floor with a nice window looking out over the loch. The room itself was comfortable and warm once I'd figured out how to work the electric heater and the bed was comfortable.
In-room facilities were good, with a kettle, a plentiful supply of instant coffee, hot-chocolate and teas and two packs of biscuits. In the bathroom, there were sealed tubes of body wash and shampoo which were a good touch.
Overall, the bedroom was clean and tidy. However in the bathroom there was a lot of black mould around the bottom of the shower doors and some in the shower grouting which I think could have been cleaned up better if someone had spent time on it.
Breakfast was pretty decent, with a choice of yoghurts, fruit, some non-dairy milks and a few cereals. I went for the cooked breakfast which, even though it was served very quickly, had fried eggs with nice runny yolks. The bacon egg and beans were good, but the sausage wasn't particularly good quality. It would also have been nice to have some kind of breakfast potato option like hash-browns to go with the rest of it (this was not on the menu). Toast was self-service and there were "pastries" under a heat lamp, which sadly were very poor. My small croissant was hard and a bit dry, and seemed to be more bread-like than pastry. Avoid!
Overall, for Fort William, this hotel is quite a reasonable price for what you get but it really needs bringing into the 2020's.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
stuart
Apr 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is well located in the town, room was a twin and small. We where on motor bikes barely enough for us and gear. No luggage room, which didn't help breakfast ok. No good if you have mobility issues. Functional, not the best hotel of the trip but the most expensive 😫. Staff where very friendly and pleasant