Fort Charlotte Guest House (Lerwick, GB) from 155 £/night

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Fort Charlotte Guest House - Lerwick

1 Charlotte Street, Lerwick, United Kingdom, ZE1 0JL·View on map

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Overall Score

Perfect

9.7Perfect

Breakfast10.0

Location9.9

Staff9.9

Comfort9.8

Facilities9.7

Who stays here

Couples56%

Solo29%

Groups8%

Families6%

Overview

Overall Score

Perfect

9.7Perfect

Breakfast10.0

Location9.9

Staff9.9

Comfort9.8

Facilities9.7

Who stays here

Couples56%

Solo29%

Groups8%

Families6%

Historic Lerwick guest house with sea views and gluten-free breakfast options

Historic Setting

Fort Charlotte Guest House occupies a recently renovated historic building in central Lerwick. The property offers sea views and a quiet street location. A sun terrace and garden provide outdoor spaces for guests.

Accommodations

Fort Charlotte Guest House Lerwick has family rooms with private bathrooms and soundproofing. The King Suite includes a fridge with glass bottles of water and milk, a smart TV, and a sash window. Each room offers a work desk and wardrobe.

Dining

Breakfast at the guest house includes continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, and gluten-free options. Fresh pastries, warm dishes, fruits, and juice are served daily. Special diet menus are available.

Location and Convenience

The guest house is 11 km from Tingwall Airport and a 4-minute walk to Bain's Beach. Central Lerwick shops and restaurants are within a minute's walk. Free parking is available nearby.

Guest Services

Daily housekeeping, private check-in/check-out, and a welcome pack via WhatsApp are provided. Fire extinguishers and smoke alarms are installed for safety. Bicycle parking and outdoor furniture are available.

Location: 4-minute walk to Bain's Beach in central Lerwick
Rooms: Family rooms with soundproofing and King Suite with fridge
Dining: Gluten-free and full English/Irish breakfast available
Service: Express check-in/check-out and WhatsApp welcome pack
Property: Recently renovated historic building with sea views
Outdoor: Sun terrace, garden, and picnic area
Parking: Free parking nearby

Licence number: B,SH00118 F 01

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-21:00

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 12.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Rooms and availability

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Double Room

Bed options:

1 Queen-size bed

Shower
Heating

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Standard Double Room

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower
Heating

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Single Room

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Picnic area/ Tables

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

VIP check-in/ -out

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Fort Charlotte Guest House

💵 Lowest room price	155 £
📏 Distance to centre	200 m
✈️ Distance to airport	10.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Tingwall, LWK

Location

1 Charlotte Street, Lerwick, United Kingdom, ZE1 0JL

Address

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1 Charlotte Street, Lerwick, United Kingdom, ZE1 0JL

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1 Charlotte Street, Lerwick, United Kingdom, ZE1 0JL

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Museum

Shetland Museum and Archives

610 m

Landmark

Broch of Clickimin

1.8 km

Museum

Shetland Textile Museum

2.0 km

Landmark

Jamieson and Smith Shetland Wool Brokers

1.3 km

Landmark

Clickimin Loch

1.8 km

Landmark

Bressay Heritage Centre

1.5 km

Landmark

Ward of Bressay

3.8 km

Lighthouse

Bressay Lighthouse

4.1 km

Landmark

Betty's Reading Room

6.8 km

Victor Hugo's House 38 Hauteville

Hauteville House

20 m

Scotland

Bod of Gremista

450 m

Commercial Street 1 Charlotte Street

Fort Charlotte

70 m

si Det du

Mousa

40 m

Public Building

Town Hall

190 m

Church

The Scottish Episcopal Church St Magnus

580 m

20 Commercial St

The Lodberrie

460 m

80 Commercial St

Ninian

200 m

61 Commercial St

Vaila Fine Art

340 m

Restaurant

The New Harbour Cafe Ltd

90 m

Restaurant

Coffee Culture Lerwick

110 m

Restaurant

Da Harbour Chippy

160 m

Restaurant

TeAmore

330 m

Restaurant

Skipidock Inn

450 m

Restaurant

The Happy Haddock

550 m

Restaurant

Douglas Arms

560 m

Reviews of Fort Charlotte Guest House

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Guests say: exceptional stay

rated 9+

9.7/ 10

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4.8/ 5

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FAQ about Fort Charlotte Guest House

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Fort Charlotte Guest House?

One of the most famous landmarks in the vicinity of the Fort Charlotte Guest House is Broch of Clickimin, placed just 1.8 km away. Other sights that are worth your while are Hauteville House (50 m) as well as the five-sided artillery Fort Charlotte (100 m).

Which landmarks are closest to Fort Charlotte Guest House hotel?

Guests of Fort Charlotte Guest House hotel can visit Jamieson's Knitwear (approximately 5 minutes' drive from the accommodation), or Shetland Museum and Archives placed 8 minutes' walk away.

Is there free parking in Fort Charlotte Guest House?

Yes, Fort Charlotte Guest House provides parking spaces for free.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the guest house?

Guests of the guest house can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Aald Harbour Tearoom offering British cuisine.

What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 21:00 and check out from 07:00.

What are the booking prices at the Fort Charlotte Guest House?

The prices at the Fort Charlotte Guest House start from $178.

What payment methods are accepted in the Fort Charlotte Guest House hotel?

At the Fort Charlotte Guest House hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.

What room types does the Fort Charlotte Guest House comprise?

The Fort Charlotte Guest House offers such room types as Private Bathroom Twin Room, Standard Queen Room, and Guest Room.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the guest house?

Some suites at the guest house boast a carpeted floor, a wardrobe and a work desk as well as private bathrooms which include a hairdryer and toiletries.