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Reviews of Chase the Wild Goose, by Fort William 3 stars

Banavie, Fort William, Fort William, PH33 7LZ, United Kingdom

#13 of 28 hotels in Fort William

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 314 hostel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    7.8

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room only had a single plug socket so bring a multi point connector for charging multiple devices.

    Ample kitchen facilities to prepare breakfast. Bunk beds were better than expected.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    9.0
    Great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location is quite far from Fort William. It's about an hours walk.

    Room was clean and spacious. The bathrooms were clean too. Staff was really nice and helpful. The shared areas were nice and clean too.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    8.0
    Great VFM hostel in a superb location - everything was great, no complaints!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No concerns or complaints - exactly what we needed for our weekend climbing Ben Nevis. Would definitely stay again. Great VFM and handy for Fort William.

    Room nice and clean, beds comfortable, great view of Ben Nevis from our window. We had the breakfast on the Sunday of our stay which was great with lots of options. Hostel kitchen well kitted out and everything was well labelled for ease of use of the facilities. Nice lounge and plenty of key info visitors will need on display. Chap on reception was polite and helpful on every interaction. Plenty of showers to use which are shared between all the visitors - never any issue finding one to use when we needed it.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    8.0
    Well worth the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit off but it comes with a price. Cheap price because it is a bit off. But! There was a pub/restaurant only 5-10 minutes walk away so food and beer was quite near. There should be a sign on the building telling that this is Chase The Wild Goose.

    I liked how I was welcomed. Good information from the staff member. Basic breakfast but it was a buffet which was good.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    8.0
    A really friendly place and easy access to fort William if you have a car
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room smelt a little funny but this is to be expected with lots of hikers and wet kit

    Really friendly and comfortable beds

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    8.0
    Really enjoyed our stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Two showers out of action.

    Great place to stay, location great and clean.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bunk Beds are a bit too low and dangerous to those sleeping in the bottom bunk

    Friendly staff and nice communal spaces

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    8.0
    Does what it says on the packet! And I would stay again .
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Signage in the dark could possibly be clearer. Parking area was full so chose park on road rather than block other guests in.

    Staff were extremely helpful when I was delayed by an unexpected road closure and lengthy diversion! Instructions to access the property out of hours straightforward. Linen clean & I had a good nights sleep in my bunk. Didn’t take the breakfast option but kitchen was spotless. Checkout information clear. Nice and close to main travel route, situated on a quiet residential road. Travelled by car.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check-in time is quite late. It should be an hour earlier. When we arrived there ee cannot use hot water in 2 of 4 bathrooms.

    The staff is very friendly and helpful. The kitchen is well equipped, have everything we need.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Worth the money spent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bunk beds are not that much spacious

    It's worth the money spent . Good for our last minute booking

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    9.0
    Perfect place to stay for a little break
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to do with the property or the staff.

    The location was perfect, the staff were friendly and the rooms and toilets/showers were very clean.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent hostel just outside Fort William
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The exterior looked like the place was dilapidated, which was extremely off-putting.

    The interior, particularly the beds and bathrooms was lovely, decor felt quaint and homely. It's proximity the train station was useful considering its location far outside Fort William

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    big puddle outside reception which you couldnt avoid getting wet shoes

    Friendly staff relaxed environment well presented continental breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable stay and great facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing of note

    Plenty of room and facilities, very friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    8.0
    Excellent all round. Faultless.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and comfortable. Ac good as it gets for ‘hostels’.

    Great location. Staff helpful and accommodating.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing much to do. One night stay and a day to walk around the place is ok.

    Affordable living for a night shared with friends. Facilities is decent and clean. Quiet place. surprised to see a great view of Ben Nevis mountain and surrounding area.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    7.0
    All OK for what we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All OK for what we needed.

    Didn't meet any staff re the low score. Everything else was suitable for our needs.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All facilities were a bit basic, rooms were very bare, other than beds.

    Good value, friendly staff.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The accommodation, which is a bit outside Fort William, was really good overall. Despite the fact that there were 6 people staying in the room, everything worked perfectly. The price-performance ratio is unbeatable.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    8.0
    Perfect hotel for a few days in the Fort William area - Ben Nevis, Glen Coe, Glenfinnan, etc.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location close to the Caledonian Canal was wonderful. I also liked the way the rooms were named after islands.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2023

    8.0
    Comfortable hostel for a couple nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The top bunk bed is way too close to the bottom bunk, so one isn’t able to sit on their bed, which isn’t comfortable. It would also be very practical to have some sort of tiny shelf / bedside table to put your things on (especially if you wear glasses). There also wasn’t always soap to wash your hands.

    The hostel is cute and has a nice living area, dining room and kitchen. The bathrooms look very nice.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    8.0
    Real value for money - will not hesitate to stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs are a bit tricky

    Clean bathrooms Comfortable beds Spacious kitchen and dining area Superb location Friendly staff

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had to keep our window closed because of the midges, but this meant a complete lack of ventilation and bad smell. Insect screens would be a good solution! All the bedroom doors close very loudly, so woke up each time someone left their room. The kitchen was too small for the amount of guests. Only one tap and not many tables for eating. Checkin only after 5 pm. They send a lot of pushy emails.

    It was clean. Nice mountain view from our room.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    9.0
    I am so satisfied with our short stay in this hostel. It is walking distance from the train station but you won’t hear a
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A.

    We liked the area and the facilities are clean. Staff is friendly and accommodating.

    Stayed in August 2023

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