The Whispering Pine Lodge
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About this property
The Whispering Pine Lodge is a tranquil Highland retreat set against a backdrop of steep forested mountains on the banks of Loch Lochy. With an enviable location, just a short drive from the town of Fort William, this pet-friendly Lodge is a perfect point for touring the area. The lodge with free parking facilities on-site has twenty-five bedrooms with attached bathroom inspired by the surroundings with accents of tartan, plaid, oak floors, and wall paneling, including a luxurious suite. The bedrooms with attached bathroom are comfortable and well furnished with super king or zip-and-link beds, soft down linen, room-service, hospitality trays and some have large balconies or patios overlooking the loch. Guests can look forward to relaxing on the hotel's deck, overlooking the waterfront, or taking a leisurely stroll along the private pebbled beach. Dining options include the outdoor Lochview Bar and Grill, ideal for enjoying sunset views while snacking on fresh wood-fired pizzas and tasty finger foods. The well-stocked bar here serves inviting cocktails. The hotel’s water-font restaurant The Lochside Brasserie, serves Scottish, International and Asian specialties. Savor a wide selection of spirits, wines, exclusive beers and a vast range of fine Scottish whiskeys, at the Burns bar. The Hotel’s spa invites you to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Highlands while you relax and rejuvenate. Facilities include therapy rooms a fitness center and an outdoor sauna and hot tub overlooking exquisite loch views. The lodge is ideal for peaceful, romantic weekend breaks in Inverness-shire's scenic countryside or fun activity holidays with friends and family in the Highlands. On-site activities include boating, fishing, BBQs, and access to the private pebbled beach. The local area offers a superb variety of outdoor activities, such as clay pigeon shooting, fishing, boating, farm tours, cycling and canoeing. During the winter months, guests can enjoy a gondola ride up to the Nevis Range for a spot of skiing or snowboarding and more brilliant views. For those looking for that home away from home experience, there are eight inviting mountain-style self-catering cabins on the hotel grounds. Neighborhood information • Loch Ness Cruise (Fort Augustus) 15.1 miles • Urquart Castle 31.9 miles • Ben Nevis Visitor Center 17.3 miles • Commando Memorial Monument, • Nevis Range Mountain Resort 13.0 miles • Glencoe Valley 33.7 miles • Dalwhinnie Distillery 42.9 miles • House of Bruar 63.2 miles • Parallel Roads Glen Roy National Nature Reserve 13.9 miles • Treasures of the Earth, 17.1 miles • Glenfinnan Viaduct, 30.2 miles • Jacobite Steam Train Fort William 16.7 miles • Inverness 49.5 miles • Steal Falls 22.5 miles • Silver Sands of Morar, Mallaig 52.5 miles • Oban 60.3 miles • Newtonmore 43.9 • Inverness 49.5 miles • Ben Nevis Distillery
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wifi
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Zynri
South Africa
“Awesome hotel with an amazing view, friendly staff, and a good breakfast” - Campbell
United States
“First the location on the Loch is amazing. Beautiful views and nice patio to enjoy them from. This is why we booked. Second the rooms are quite comfortable with a sizeable king bed. It was not noisy although we thought it might be it was not. ...” - Fatimah
Saudi Arabia
“really loved the hotel! The staff were amazing – so kind, helpful, and welcoming. It was the perfect getaway. The place has a charming, antique style with beautiful decor that gives it a warm and unique vibe. It’s also very quiet and peaceful,...” - Kholood
Saudi Arabia
“Great place to relax, right by the lake. Amazing view 😍. Bathroom had a Shattaf (similar to bidet). Staff were great. Room perfectly stocked.” - Frances
United Kingdom
“The location is stunning! Everyone made us so welcome from the moment we arrived. The food was excellent.” - Ibrahim
United Arab Emirates
“Great views Delicious food Helpful staff Good gym Very good Spa Nice vibes” - Bethanie
United States
“Booked last minute and it was one of the best stays we had in Scotland. The staff were incredible and so kind. We loved the property and the tea time and breakfast were such a delight!” - Karen
United Kingdom
“Everything about The whispering Pine lodge is excellent. The staff are very welcoming and made us feel straight at home. The small touches like the complimentary arrival afternoon tea and bottled water in the room are the little luxuries you'd...” - Elena
Israel
“The service was excellent, the staff did everything possible for our comfort stay. Both breakfast and dinner were great. The location by the lake was nice and exactly on our trip route. I was very happy with this choice of place to stay.” - Margo
United Kingdom
“Incredible location! We had a wonderful ice plunge swim at the private beach and were blown away by the views and serenity. Also, Lovely staff - A surprise birthday cake slice for dessert, a great recommendation for a waterfall hike, and friendly...”

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Neighborhood info
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Restaurants
- The Lochside Brasserie
- CuisineIndian • Scottish • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Lochview Bar & Grill
- CuisinePizza • Grill/BBQ
- Open forCocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please note that, dogs are allowed but restricted to certain areas as per the hotel policy. Please check the availability of pet-friendly rooms before booking, Kindly note that pet-friendly rooms are on an additional charge of £25 for the entire stay. Please get in touch with the property for any special requests or requirements before arrival. These requests are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. After booking, the hotel will be notified of the guest's special requests and guests should receive a confirmation e-mail from the hotel. Guests who do not receive a confirmation email within 48 hours from the day that the booking was made should contact the hotel directly to confirm or to help make alternative arrangements. Rooms booked more than 05 rooms would be considered as a group and the cancelation for a group booking will be 90 days. Cancelation Policy: No cancelation fees before 90 days from arrival. 50% of the total room price prior will be charged between 89 days and 60 days. 100% retention will be charged for any cancelation made in less than 59 days of arrival.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.