Onich Hotel near Fort William pairs hearty Scottish cooking like steak pie and Cullen Skink with loch views, though rooms can feel dated.
What's nearby
- Nether Lochaber Parish Church next door
- Camus House Lochside Guest House 150m away
- Springwell Holiday Homes 250m away
- Old Springwell Croft 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About Onich Hotel
Steak pie and Cullen Skink feature on the menu at Onich Hotel, served in a restaurant that looks out over the loch and backed by a bar for a drink afterwards. Staff are attentive and the food is a genuine draw, with breakfast, packed lunches, room service and drinks in the room all on offer alongside the main dining.
Bedrooms come with en-suite bathrooms and family rooms are available, though some are showing their age and could do with updating. Beyond the rooms there's a garden, picnic area and outdoor seating for taking in the surroundings, plus a games room, luggage storage and 24 hour reception. Free WiFi and free on-site parking are included, and the hotel can accommodate meetings and business travellers too.
Onich sits within reach of Fort William and close to Ben Nevis, with walking, cycling, fishing, golf and horse riding all nearby, along with watersports and further pubs and restaurants in the area. Pets are welcome, making it a practical base for exploring the Highlands.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
My wife and I stayed in room 1. The room itself was good enough. The shower in the bathroom squirted out black gunk when first used. Also mould in the shower recess. There are plenty of products that can be used to clean this so there is no excuse for this. Bathroom sink plug hole also had black gunk growing in it. The most annoying issue was a continuous background droning noise coming through the wall. Sounded like an engine was running. Noise stopped at 10 PM but started again early morning and woke us both up. Nice location but not a great hotel for a restful stay. The source of the noise in my room is the ventilation shaft shown in the attached photo.
a month ago · via Google
We stayed in one of the luxury glamping pods and it was everything we had hoped for. Spacious, very clean, king size bed (which we've never had in a pod!) and underfloor heating! Dog friendly as well, so our pooch loved it! Staff are welcoming, friendly and attentive. The food was lovely, we had dinner one night and breakfast the next morning, both cooked to order, fresh and delicious. The pod was pretty much on the beach, the relaxing sound of the waves just melted the stress away 😊. The one and only negative was the traffic thundering past at all hours but the fresh sea air and exercise, good food with a glass of nice wine definitely helps you sleep through most of it! Lovely place, we'll definitely be back!
5 months ago · via Google
I was quite disappointed with my stay. The kettle still had water inside when I arrived, which made it seem like it hadn’t been cleaned properly between guests. The towels also had noticeable brown stains, which was very unhygienic and unpleasant. On top of that, there was dust in the room and hair could be found in several areas, making the overall cleanliness below expectations. Another inconvenience was the absence of a mini fridge, which is a basic amenity many travellers would expect. The hotel’s location and views are beautiful, but unfortunately the cleanliness and housekeeping standards need significant improvement.
a month ago · via Google
We were passing by and dropped in at the off chance of getting an evening meal. The staff were super polite, friendly and very hospitable. We both had chosen the steak pie which was probably the best i have ever had to be honest. The meat was so tender, the puff pastry was so light and the gravy was perfect in it. My wife chose the apple tart for dessert and absolutely loved it and said she had never tasted anything like it. I myself had the sticky toffee pudding and again, light and just perfect. The next time I'm in the area this is the hotel i would certainly book not just for the gorgeous views but also their wonderful friendly staff and their amazing food.
4 months ago · via Google
Guests consistently praise this hotel for its delicious food, including steak pie and Cullen Skink, complemented by excellent service from welcoming staff and stunning loch views.
Other reviews mention the rooms can be poorly maintained and dated.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Onich, Fort William, PH33 6RY Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Onich, Fort William
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Fort William