Dining
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A selection of dining venues in Lochaber are listed below. They range from sea level to part way up a mountain!
Dining in the Lochaber area
The Kings House Hotel
- 01855 851259
- rod.leitch@btinternet.com
- www.kingy.com
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The Gathering Place
The Gathering place is somewhere to come and relax with great honest food and fantasic views over the loch. We are open from 9am - 9pm, no matter what time you arrive you will be welcomed with a warm smile. We pride ourself on using fresh local produce across the menu thats straight forward, home prepared and creative! For example the beautiful fresh Mallaig haddock in home made batter served with hand cut chips or the Homemade venison and cranberry burgers. So where there its a fresh coffee and use of the FREE wi-fi or a meal you are after we have got something for everyone.
- 01855 811 695
- thegatheringplace@live.co.uk
Clachaig Inn
Nestling in the very heart of Glencoe, amongst the spectacular and majestic mountains of the Scottish Highlands, Clachaig Inn has been a source of accommodation and hospitality for travellers for over three hundred years.
- 01855 811252
- inn@clachaig.com
- www.clachaig.com
The Little Chef
The Moorings Hotel
The Moorings Hotel lies alongside the Caledonian Canal at the famous Neptune's Staircase. With splendid panoramic views of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor, the Moorings offers comfort and style coupled with the covenience of a modern hotel.
Here you will receive a warm Highland welcome from our friendly staff, who maintain the highest standards enhanced by the personal touch.
Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club
Nothing is overlooked - Except Ben Nevis You’ll find the Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club a great place to stay and relax, with its truly great atmosphere with comfortable surroundings and friendly staff to make sure you’re well looked after. Situated only a mile outside of Fort William, the Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club is in a prime spot for exploring the area.
Tailrace Inn
The Tailrace Inn situated on the West Highland Way offers Comfortable en-suite accommodation, good food and drink. The Inn has 6 fully modernised bedrooms with en-suite facilities. Secure online booking available Bar with Sky Sports & ESPN Sports, showing all major sporting events on our big screen TV. Wi-Fi Internet access available in the bar and bedrooms. Meals are served daily in our Bar and dining room. Located on the West Highland Way, near Glencoe and Fort William Ideal for base for hiking - fishing - outdoor activities - water sports - rock & ice climbing Ski-ing at Glencoe and Aonnach Mor near Fort William Alternative B & B accommodation Forest View, Kinlochleven Tel: 01855 831302, Mob: 07970897036, Email: forestviewbnb@btconnect.com, Web: www.forestviewbnb.co.uk
- 01855 831777
- tailrace@btconnect.com
- www.tailraceinn.com
Isles of Glencoe Hotel & Leisure Centre
Almost afloat, the Isles of Glencoe Hotel and Leisure Centre nestles on the side of a peninsula reaching into Loch Leven. This friendly modern 3 star hotel offers everything you dream of on holiday; spacious bedrooms with Loch and mountain views and a relaxed, convivial ambience. Please quote "OUTDOOR" when enquiring to access our best prices and offers.
The Old Forge
The Old Forge, mainland Britain's remotest pub - Guinness Records. Accessible by boat or by foot over the munros. A 100K welcome, real ales, hot shower, open fires, good craic, fresh seafood and game, homemade bread, venison burgers, malts and yummy puds. Why not sit by the fire with a latte or dram and the lastest edition of The Angry Corrie? We also welcome free storage in our yard for Kayaks/Canoes who want to take in the munros or stay overnight. Suitable bunkhouse accom and B and Bs can be arranged for parties small or large. Open all year. Children, anarchists, climbers, munroists, yachties, pirates, poets and dogs all welcome. Sense of humour, wellies and midge cream essential!
- 01687 462267
- info@theoldforge.co.uk
- www.theoldforge.co.uk
Old Pines Hotel and Restaurant
At Old Pines we ensure that everything served in our restaurant is 100% homemade and where possible locally produced or organic. The West Coast of Scotland has a fantastic source of fresh fish from both the sea and lochs, as well as wild venison from the local hills and beef and lamb from local farms. Wherever possible we source organic ingredients for our cooking and have an organic vegetable garden which provides the kitchen with fresh lettuce, tomatoes and various seasonal vegetables. We bake our own bread daily and make all our own ice-cream, jams and marmalades, desserts, pasta, scones and shortbread. We also have a separate vegetarian menu and can cater for special diets.
- 01397 712324
- imogen@oldpines.co.uk
- www.oldpines.co.uk
Tailrace Inn
Welcome to the Tailrace Inn, Kinlochleven, Scotland Situated in the Heart of the Scottish Highlands Comfortable en-suite accommodation, great food and drink. The Inn has 6 fully modernised bedrooms with en-suite facilities. Secure online booking available Bar with Sky & Setanta Sports, showing all major sporting events on our big screen TV. Wi-Fi Internet access available in the bar and bedrooms. Meals are served in our Bar and newly refurbished Lounge. Located on the West Highland Way, near Glencoe and Fort William Ideal for hiking - fishing - outdoor activities - water sports - climbing Ski-ing at Glencoe and Aonnach Mor
- 01855 831777
- tailrace@btinternet.com
- www.tailraceinn.co.uk
Fired Art
Located at the west end of Fort William high street, Fired Art is an innovative, paint-your-own-pottery studio incorporating a professional picture-framing service, a warm welcoming cafe and a gallery exhibiting the cream of local artistic talent. Also a top notch coffee shop!
- 01397 705005
- info@fired-art.co.uk
- www.fired-art.co.uk
Taj Mahal
- 01397 706036
- no4fortwilliam@aol.com
Glenuig Inn
Our Menu is prepared and cooked by us, in our kitchen, from ingredients sourced as local, fresh and natural as we can, given the season and as befits our location in the Highlands and by the Sea. With them we create Contemporary Scottish Dishes, Homemade and Wholesome, Seafood and Vegetarian, Fresh and Organic. We work constantly to treat you to interesting flavours and dishes in a healthy and contemporary style (and we don't have a deep fat fryer!).
- 01687 470219
- bookings@glenuig.com
- www.glenuig.com
Glenuig Inn
New Bunkhouse From 1st June 2010 our brand new double en-suite 9 bed bunkhouse will be available. Group bookings now being taken, please call or email for details.
- 01687 470219
- bookings@glenuig.com
- www.glenuig.com
The Ballachulish Hotel
On the shores of Loch Linnhe and Loch Leven and at the foot of the dramatic Glencoe. The Ballachulish Hotel provides a warm and welcome all year round. The baronial splendour of it's architecture and interior make it the perfect place for romantic breaks, stylish business events and exciting family holidays. Here you can sample the culinary delights of our Bulas Bar & Bistro, renowned as one of the best restaurant in the region. Please quote "OUTDOOR" when enquiring to access our best prices and offers.
Letterfinlay Lodge Hotel
This comfortable, family-run hotel stands in grounds beside the A82, overlooking Loch Lochy. There is a cosy bar, a choice of lounges - one of which provides stunning lochside views and is popular for its bar food - and an attractive dining room. Bedrooms come in a variety of sizes, some being particularly spacious.
Princes House Hotel
The Prince’s House Hotel, a privately owned and run characterful small hotel set amidst the stunning scenery of "Bonnie Prince Charlie" country in the Highlands of Scotland. Proprietors Kieron and Ina Kelly offer personal attention in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Comfortable rooms and some of the finest Scottish cuisine available will ensure that you have a memorable stay. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- *THE PRINCE'S HOUSE HOTEL IS A MEMBER OF THE OUTDOOR CAPITAL'S VISITOR PAY-BACK SCHEME: This means that they donate £1 per stay to the Outdoor Capital. This money is then reinvested to help support the development of the area.
- 01397 722 246
- princeshouse@glenfinnan.co.uk
- www.glenfinnan.co.uk
Crannog Restaurant
Fresh Scottish food with a warm Highland welcome. Since 1989 Crannog has made its reputation serving the finest foods from Scotland’s natural larder to locals and visitors to Fort William. With an unashamed local seafood slant, Crannog’s menu includes delicious langoustines from Mallaig, caught and quickly supplied by our own seafood company. In addition, we source the best Perthshire beef, lamb and game, according to the season. To complement your meal, select from our extensive wine list and enjoy in stylish and comfortable surroundings. When in Fort William, a visit to Crannog Restaurant is a ‘must do’. Call 01397 705 589 and make your reservation. *CRANNOG RESTAURANT IS A MEMBER OF THE OUTDOOR CAPITAL'S VISITOR PAY-BACK SCHEME: This means that they donate 1p per meal to the Outdoor Capital. This money is then reinvested to help support the development of the area.
- 01397 705589
- custrel@crannog.net
- www.crannog.net
Onich Hotel
Superbly situated on the shores of Loch Linnhe, the Onich Hotel faces south with attractive gardens extending to the water's edge.
Stunning panoramic views across Loch Linnhe to the mountains of Glencoe and the personal touch of our friendly staff, are both well know to those many guests who return year after year to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.
Our award winning restaurant offers comfortable surroundings in which to enjoy a variety of mouthwatering dinners from our table d'hote menu.
Old Pines Hotel and Restaurant
Old Pines is a very special place to stay. Experience the beauty of our picturesque location, our cosy yet luxurious rooms and the indulgence of organic, home-cooked food. On arrival, you will be greeted with fresh tea and home-made scones. Settle into your luxury room to unwind, or take a stroll down the quiet country lanes for amazing views of Ben Nevis, Loch Lochy and the Great Glen and work up an appetite for dinner. Old Pines has its own special ambience. We pride ourselves on combining a warm and friendly welcome with a truly relaxing informal atmosphere - where only the food and your enjoyment are taken seriously. There are comfy sofas and cosy corners in the sitting rooms with 'a library of books begging to be looked at' and when the need arises, real fires to warm your toes.
- 01397 712324
- imogen@oldpines.co.uk
- www.oldpines.co.uk
Bothan Bar
Bothan Bar is the latest development at the multi-award winning Ice Factor. The bar is open from 11am until late. With hundreds of thousands of hungry and thirsty mountaineers and walkers from the West Highland Way, a state of the art climbing centre and a brewery next door it was a fairly logical next step in our business. The bar is above the shop in our old bouldering area (which has now moved into a new area behind reception) giving wonderful views of the Mamores and down Loch Leven. Internally the bar commands fine views of the main climbing areas, so you can sit back at the end of your day and watch the world go by or up! Inside we have invested heavily in building a warm smoke free zone, specially designed with the mountaineering community in mind. Local materials were sourced for the bar with floors of Scottish Oak and Ballachulish slate. But the main feature in Bothams is the old steel beam which has now been restored and back lit, creating a stunning frame for the Mamore Mountains. A wood burning stove, subtle lighting and soft suede and leather couches complete the atmosphere for a great night. We stock a full range of real ales from our neighbour, the award winning Atlas Brewery - so look out for Blizzard, Three Sisters, Nimbus, Latitude and other guest ales. In response to demands from customers we will be serving food until late - a full menu until 9pm and then a range of fresh baked pizzas until closing time. The menus will change regularly, but will feature a wide range of freshly cooked food - including Loch Leven Shellfish, Venison and Bannoffi Cream Pie.
- 01855 831100
- info@ice-factor.co.uk
- www.ice-factor.co.uk
The Boathouse Restaurant
Our lovely new restaurant is now open for 2009, situated right on the shore of Loch a'Choire it is in prime location to see various wildlife and the stunning scenery especially sat outside on our balcony. The walled garden is now producing the main part of our salads now as well as some of the vegetables-you can't beat that freshness and taste! During lunch time service which is from noon we have a range of sandwiches, salads (most of which is grown in our walled garden!), freshly made soup and usually two specials on our black board. From 6pm we start serving our evening meals with a wide choice of delicious starters, main courses and puddings. During Sunday's we serve a traditional lunch with three courses set at £12.50 as well as a lighter lunch option. Please view our sample menus on the website; as we are a wee restaurant we often change our menus weekly taking into consideration what is in season in the garden and applying the ingredients into tasty new creations. So please come inside and see what's on the blackboards today! For visiting yachts to The Boathouse we have just put down six moorings, which are free to use reference:56o36.971N 05o 30.947W. We also have free wireless internet access during the day. Our opening hours are: Thursday: 11am-8pm* Friday: 11am-8pm* Saturday: 11am-8pm* Sunday Lunch from 12pm. *8pm is last diner orders, not our closing time. For bookings please call: 01967 411 232 We recommend booking for evening meals.
Holly Tree Hotel
Visit us at Kentallen Pier, a village ideally located in the romantic Highlands of Scotland midway between Oban the gateway to Argyll and the Isles, and Fort William, Lochaber, the Outdoor Capital of the UK. Located at the waters edge is the Luxurious Hollytree Hotel, Seafood Restaurant and Leisure Centre complete with indoor heated swimming pool and Finnish sauna. The Hollytree Hotel is the village's most historic building part of which was originally constructed as Kentallen Railway Station in the late 1890’s before being tastefully converted and extended to now form a luxury waters edge Hotel with one of the best coastal locations in Scotland. The public areas of the Hotel consist of an award winning Seafood Restaurant, the Captain's Lounge Bar with Outside Drinks Terrace and the Railway Lounge. There is also a fully heated luxurious indoor swimming pool and sauna to pamper our guests
Nevis Range Mountain Experience
Nevis Range: when its time to refuel on the mountain - enjoy a relaxing meal in the Snowgoose Restaurant, or a refreshing drink in the Bar at 2150ft.
Situated in the midst of some of the world's most ancient and beautiful landscapes Nevis Range is one of the Highland's premier visitor attractions, truly a mountain for all seasons!
Take a trip on Britain’s only Mountain Gondola, travelling effortlessly to 2150ft on Aonach Mor. Enjoy spectacular views over the West Highlands whilst relaxing in the Snowgoose Restaurant and Bar. Stroll along mountain paths, enjoy spectacular scenery, access snowsports, hire a bike and explore miles of forest tracks, take on the Downhill, Cross country and 4 Cross.
Facilities include: Coffee Shop, Restaurant & Bar, Gift Shop, Parking, Disabled Access, Ski & Snowboard Hire, Snowsport School, Bike Hire and Bike Wash.
*NEVIS RANGE IS A MEMBER OF THE OUTDOOR CAPITAL'S VISITOR PAY-BACK SCHEME: This means that they donate 1p per gondola trip to help support the development of the area.
- 01397 705825
- info@nevisrange.co.uk
- www.nevisrange.co.uk
