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West Highland Way Essential Information

West Highland Way

Accommodation

One of the highlights of this walking holiday is the high standard of the accommodation you will enjoy. The hotels, inns, guesthouses and B&B’s we use are hand-picked to ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. All offer a warm welcome to walkers, traditional hospitality and delicious local food. We do recommend that you book this trip early as the area is always popular and the hotels and inns do fill up early, especially in high season. You will find descriptions, photos and weblinks to a selection of the accommodation below.

Single Rooms

This independent walking holiday is available to solo walkers but as all our holidays are priced per person based on two sharing there is a single supplement payable to cover the additional costs we incur. If you require single rooms within your party we will of course try to accommodate your request subject to availability. Please note that singles may not be of the same standard as twins.

Hotel Upgrade

The option is available for you to upgrade your accommodation so that your stay is exclusively in Hotel accommodation. If you are booking for a special occasion or just want that extra bit of luxury at the end of your day's walk, then you can upgrade to stay in our great selection of walker friendly hotels. Prices vary per itinerary.

Meals

Breakfast is included each morning while lunch and dinner are not included so you are free to choose from the available options. Your accommodation will be more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request and this can be booked on arrival, alternatively your guidebook also includes details of local shops and convenient lunch stops on the way. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or nearby pubs and restaurants and your info pack will of course have recommendations.

Baggage Transfer

Your bags will be collected from your accommodation each day and moved onto your overnight accommodation. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 15kg per person.

 
 
 
Bramblewood - Drymen

Bramblewood - Drymen

Bramblewood is a friendly, family run Bed and Breakfast accommodation situated in the peaceful village of Drymen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Hawthorns - Drymen

Hawthorns - Drymen

The Hawthorns is a traditional Scottish Bed and Breakfast situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Drymen, first stop on West Highland Way.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Winnock - Drymen

The Winnock Hotel is an 18th Century Inn where log fires and peaceful, tasteful bedrooms await.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Oak Tree Inn - Balmaha

Oak Tree Inn - Balmaha

Overlooked by the slopes of Conic Hill, this family-owned and managed Inn gives you the perfect base from which to explore the stunning surrounding countryside

 
 
 
 
 
 

Rowardennan Hotel - Rowardennan

Situated on the rugged eastern banks of Loch Lomond in the magnificent Queen Elizabeth Forest the Rowardennan Hotel has breathtaking views of Ben Lomond, Loch Lomond and the mountains to the North.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Anchorage Cottage - Rowardennan

Anchorage Cottage - Rowardennan

The house commands magnificent views over the loch and islands to Luss on the western shore. The private garden has large elivated timber decked area, with seating from which guests can enjoy the breath taking scenery.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Drovers Inn - Inverarnan

The Drovers Inn provides the perfect stop at the north end of Loch Lomond providing a true and lasting memory of rural Scotland.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Ardlui Hotel - Inverarnan

The Ardlui Hotel is located in the heart of Scotland's first National Park - Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Glenardran House - Crianlarich

Glenardran House - Crianlarich

Phil and Wendy Hines welcome you to Glenardran House a 3 star Visit Scotland approved guesthouse offering bed and breakfast Accommodation in Crianlarich

 
 
 
 
 
 
Dalkell Cottages - Tyndrum

Dalkell Cottages - Tyndrum

Dalkell Cottages offer a high standard of comfortable accommodation for walkers and visitors and are equipped with a drying room for jackets and boots.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Bridge of Orchy Hotel - Bridge of Orchy

The Bridge of Orchy welcome their guests with personalised service, imaginative Scottish cuisine, quietly elegant en suite bedrooms and public rooms, intimate atmosphere.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Inveroran Hotel - Inveroran

The Inveroran Hotel believe that coming to them is a very special experience for everyone. We have done our best to retain the atmosphere of the 19th century inn throughout the modern hotel.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Kingshouse Hotel - Kingshouse

Built in the 17th century, Kings House is believed to be one of Scotland's oldest licensed inns.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Edencoille - Kinlochleven

Edencoille - Kinlochleven

Edencoille is a charming small family run 4 Star guest house positioned in an elevated position overlooking Loch Leven, among the dramatic peaks of Glencoe and the Mamore Forest.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Tigh Na Cheo - Kinlochleven

Tigh Na Cheo - Kinlochleven

The warmest of welcomes awaits you at Tigh na Cheo, a beautiful guest house in the village of Kinlochleven, in the west highlands of Scotland.

 
 
 
 
 
 

MacDonald Hotel - Kinlochleven

The MacDonald Hotel is situated at the foot of the Mamore Mountains, at the head of Loch Leven, providing a stunningly beautiful setting, which was selected to open the latest Rob Roy movie.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Guisachan Guest House - Fort William

Guisachan Guest House - Fort William

A warm welcome awaits you at Guisachan House, a family run private hotel in Fort William offering bed and breakfast in Fort William.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Rhu Mhor Guest House - Fort William

Rhu Mhor Guest House is a friendly family-run Guest House offering comfortable accommodation conveniently located near the centre of Fort William.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Crolinnhe - Fort William

Crolinnhe - Fort William

From our elevated and secluded location Crolinnhe enjoys wonderful views across Loch Linnhe to the surrounding Lochaber hills where our evening summer skies provide spectacular sunsets.

 
 
 

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Travel Information

START OF THE WALK - MILNGAVIE

BY AIR

Glasgow International Airport

Located 8 miles west of Glasgow is served by routes from around Britain and the world. A regular shuttle service runs to the city centre. Visit their website for details of operators and routes.

Web: www.baa.co.uk/glasgow

Prestwick International Airport

Located 30 miles south of Glasgow, Prestwick is served primarily by Ryanair. A train service runs from Prestwick to Glasgow city centre. Note that this takes approx. 50 minutes so don't cut it too fine. Again their website has details of routes and operators.

Web: www.gpia.co.uk

BY RAIL

Glasgow is served by several operators from throughout Britain. It is important to book as far in advance as possible to get the best fares. For information on all routes contact National Rail Enquires.

Web: www.nationalrail.co.uk

BY ROAD

Glasgow is served by an excellent motorway network. Long term parking is generally not available in the city centre but unsecure parking is available in Milngavie at the start of the walk. For directions and journey planner visit:

Web: www.multimap.com

BY COACH

Services from UK destinations are operated by National Express.

Web: www.nationalexpress.com

Services from Scottish destinations are operated by Scottish Citylink.

Web: www.citylink.co.uk

END OF THE WALK - FORT WILLIAM

Return transfers from Fort William to Glasgow are NOT included in the price of your holiday. If you are returning to Glasgow we suggest the Citylink Bus (4-5 daily/3 hours) or First Scotrail Train (2-3 daily/4 hours)

BY RAIL

The journey from Fort William to Glasgow is one of Scotland's most spectacular. Trains take about 4 hours and leave 2 to 3 times daily.

Enquires.

Web: www.nationalrail.co.uk

BY COACH

Scottish Citylink operates 4 to 5 services daily to Glasgow and the journey takes about three hours.They also operate services north to Inverness and Skye.

Web: www.citylink.co.uk