Banavie, Fort William

Banavie is a pleasant village by the Caledonian Canal, about 4 miles from Fort William town centre off the A830. The village has a number of bed and breakfast, guesthouses, self-catering and hotels. Banavie borders onto the village of Corpach.

The scenery around Banavie is exceptional with Ben Nevis dominent in the skyline. The Caledonian Canal passes by the village at Neptune's Staircase, which is a set of lock gates that raise vessels into Banavie upper canal area. Visiting boats and yachts are welcome here.

Banavie has a train station which is part of the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig. You can get on a train from anywhere in mainland UK and finish up at Banavie and walk off the train into the finest scenery.

The Great Glen Way walk passes through the village as walkers take the old tow-path route along the canal bank to Gairlochy on their way to Loch Lochy and Loch Ness. The old tow path is very popular now with cyclists who can get all the way to Gairlochy, near Spean Bridge by bike.

There is a spacious free carpark at Banavie and a children's play area. A short walk from the car park leads to the Canal lock gates, where one can spend time watching vessels navigate the Caledonian Canal. It's a nice walk or cycle from Banavie into Fort William via Caol village, or visa versa. On clear days at any time of year, Banavie is often a good place to enjoy evening views of Ben Nevis and Fort William with strong side lighting.

Lochaber Rugby Club has its clubhouse and playing field in Banavie.

The Moorings Hotel and Restaurant is located by the Canal and the free car park. The hotel is one of Fort William's more popular wedding venues and has a high reputation for quality accommodation and dining.

Banavie based businesses are listed below and on the right, a selection of Fort William area places to eat.

Birchwood Lodge Self Catering
Birchwood Lodge is a perfect retreat for 2. It is a purpose built flat above our detatched garage (no noise as it's only used for storage) Everyone that has stayed with us describe it as a cosy, very well equipped apartment with everything... click for more details...
Lower Banavie, Fort William, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 7NF Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 700 577

Braeburn Guesthouse
John and Julia Mackin look forward to welcoming you to their spacious and beautifully appointed home, where your comfort is always our top priority. Braeburn is a family run house set in its own grounds with beautiful views of Loch Linnhe and the... click for more details...
Braeburn, Badabrie, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 7LX Tel: 01397 772047

Carinbrook Guesthouse
Here at Carinbrook you will receive a warm, Highland welcome. Carinbrook offers one twin-bedded ensuite and three double ensuite rooms, plus one single room ensuite room. Each room is tastefully decorated and has central heating, hair dryer and... click for more details...
Carinbrook, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 7LX Tel: 01397 772318

Dontra Log Chalets
Dontra Log Chalets provide quality self-catering accommodation in a peaceful, Highland setting which makes a perfect for a base for an active or restful holiday. The chalets have an extremely scenic and beautifully landscaped location with... click for more details...
Banavie, Fort William, PH33 Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 772 349

Laragain self catering cottage
Availability due to cancellation 4.9.2010 to 11.9.2010 reduced price of £295 special offer. Price inclusive of towels all linen and central heating. Laragain Cottage is a perfect place to enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable holiday just outside... click for more details...
LARAGAIN COTTAGE, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 7PB Tel: 01397 772 707

Moorings Hotel
The Moorings Hotel is one of the most desirable hotels in the Scottish Highlands offering the best accommodation, wedding and conference facilities. But don’t take our word for it, come along and experience the tranquillity and quality for... click for more details...
Banavie , Fort William, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 7LY Tel: 01397 772797

Mountain View self catering
Welcome to Mountain View, a clean, spacious apartment and garden for 2-4 people with a stunning panorama of the Ben Nevis range and the Mamores. Situated in Banavie, a small, quiet village three miles from Fort William, it is the perfect base for... click for more details...
Banavie, Fort William, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 6NH Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 702815