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Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Fort Augustus

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Family Room (Loch Ness) | Balcony view
Double Room (Loch Lochy) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room (Loch Dochfour) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Standard Twin Room (Loch Oich) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Double Room (Nevis) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Caledonian Canal Centre, Canalside, Fort Augustus, Scotland, PH32 4BA
  • Place, Clansman Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Allt na Criche
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Urquhart Castle
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (Loch Dochfour)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room (Loch Dochfour)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Nevis) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room (Nevis)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Loch Oich) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room (Loch Oich)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room (Nessie) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Quadruple Room (Nessie)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room (Neptune)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Loch Ness) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Family Room (Loch Ness)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room (Loch Lochy) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room (Loch Lochy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Fort Augustus

Within a short walk of Clansman Centre, Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre is within 2 miles (3 km) of Allt na Criche. The 7 rooms at this 3.5-star guesthouse include electric kettles, LED TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Allt na Criche - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 28 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 50 min drive - 41.7 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 51 min drive - 42.1 miles

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 39 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cobb's Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre

Guesthouse in Fort Augustus
At Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 25-inch LED TVs with digital channels. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, portable fans, and free tea bags/instant coffee. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:30 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal
Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre Guesthouse
Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre Fort Augustus
Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre Guesthouse Fort Augustus

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre?

Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre?

This guesthouse is located in Fort Augustus within a short 6-minute walk of Clansman Centre. Allt na Criche is also within a driving distance of 1.4 mi.

Is parking available on site at Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre?

No, there isn't parking available at the guesthouse.

Does Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre have a casino?

No, Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including Egyptian cotton sheets in each accommodation plus river views and separate bathtubs and showers in some.

Are there hot tubs at Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night.

Does Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre?

Yes, some accommodations at Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre offer a balcony and may feature river views.

Lock Chambers Caledonian Canal Centre Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 270 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for our short stay to base ourselves near Lochness.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Zimmer sauber und ordentlich. Beim Check in war das Personal im nebenan liegenden Shop hilfsbereit. Lage zentral.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walls are a bit thin!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room with plenty of space and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Fort Augustus. Right on Loch Ness. Lovely restaurants in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I could not imagine staying anywhere else as location was perfect. Although there was two of us we reserved the family room that had a bunk bed in there as well. Also a benefit was the balcony that you could go out or leave open for the fresh crisp air. We had the top corner room overlooking the canal and if you can reserve this one as you had canal view as well as out to the Loch Lthough not a full view. Petrol station around the corner was also a supermarket and pharmacy and alcohol could be purchased. Plenty of places so close to eat but do try the Morehouse past the boat tours as the view was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of Fort Augustus. Very clean and comfortable accommodation with the option to get breakfast in the adjoining building.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lyndal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could watch the lock operating from our window. Very central. Room was large. Downside was quite late check-in - 4:30pm was what was on the email, though we got in just before 4pm. Parking is difficult - we found free space further down the street the accommodation was in, but you can't park outside, and if there is nothing close you have to pay in the big carpark and then trundle your luggage through town (not so great in the rain).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short break.

Easy check in,just use door codes.stayed in room overlooking canal.good view of the boats passing by.Spent 2 nights. Nice place for relaxing break.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for the family

Great location, clean, modern, comfortable, great family room. Only spent 1 day here but would gladly spend a week or more in this lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location overlooking the bottom of the canal locks. Rooms okay and well equipped, including a small fridge. Check in not great. Supposed to be from 4.30pm but at 5pm, door still said "no check in, still preparing rooms", where it remained for several more hours. Eventually we ignored the sign, let ourselves in and all was set up - no cleaners anywhere. Disappointing start.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the center of this small town, great location. Newly remodeled, fabulous large tub that fills in seconds. Could use a new mattress and I was glad I used a sound machine app...when I turned it off in the morning I could hear neighbors talking through the wall quite easily. I enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Stony Plain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only issue is parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lock Chambers Caledonian Hotel in Ft. Augustus

Beautiful little hotel right on the Locks. If you are a people watcher this hotel is for you. It is so fun watching the boats go up and down the five locks into or out of Loch Ness. Everything is walkable.
Lock Ness
Looking out our window to the Locks
Eating dinner looking at Loch Ness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good choice

Nice place. Central. Parking difficult during the daytme.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Not all rooms have access to the advertised terrasse, perhaps that could be made a bit more clear. I assumed it is a shared facility when I booked this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maggie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room Loch Oich overlooked the swing bridge and 1st loch. Ideal for Loch watching. Beds comfy, ideally would have liked the extra put up bed taken down and replaced with a chair but understand that is probably a bit awkward especially as we were a short stay. Bathroom great, modern. Ample tea, coffee sachets, milk, sugar etc. Fridge. Nice decor. Everything worked. If we were staying in the area would stay here again. If cycling there is secure bike storage up the stairs, in an outside patio area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! We stayed in the Loch Ness room which had a private balcony overlooking the village. Huge windows in the room as well. The chap who came to bring us more towels was kind and friendly. (It was his first day.) We stayed here after arriving in Inverness en route to Ft. William. The only downsides: Not a lot of places open for dinner. Had to eat twice at the Chinese restaurant. (Granted, it was delicious!). I wish there was an iron and ironing board.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izabela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, cosy space with a big bathtub in the room. Brilliant location next to canal and breakfast facilities., pubs and cafes. Walk to Loch Ness takes about 5 minutes, Friendly stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and convenient. The room was modern and seemed new. The host gave excellent instructions about getting in the room since there are not staff on site. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was terrific. We had a great time watching the loch in action from our room. Modern furnishings and great service. They have everything set up so well. It was a favourite stay on our highland travels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025