Fort Charlotte Guesthouse

Hotels
Independent
9.8 (51 reviews)
1 Charlotte Street, Lerwick, Scotland, ZE1 0JL , Lerwick , GB

Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Express check-out
Smoke-free property
Express check-in
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Delicious breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
9.98
Very clean, as mentioned in the reviews.
Service
10
Friendly hosts who communicated very well before and during stay.
Location
10
Great location, close to cute shops and ferry.
Room Quality
9.48
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
9.48
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.48
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.98
Breakfast was freshly cooked each day and delicious.
Overall Experience
10
Recommend this accommodation.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 10:13

Property Description

Stay by the Beach
Immerse yourself in the seaside charm of Lerwick by choosing Fort Charlotte Guesthouse as your accommodation. Located near Lerwick Town Hall and Fort Charlotte, you'll have easy access to Bain's Beach and other attractions.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage during your stay. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet and take advantage of digital programming on Smart televisions in every room.

Comfortable Rooms
Relax in one of the 5 guestrooms furnished with pillowtop beds and Egyptian cotton sheets. Unwind with a hot bath or refreshing shower in the well-equipped bathrooms, complete with hair dryers. A comfortable stay awaits you at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse.

Book now for a seaside getaway with premium amenities at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse.

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 51 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.98
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.48
Amenities: 9.48
Value for Money: 9.48
Food and Beverage: 9.98
Overall Experience: 10
K
Kevin
10
Little Gem
Pros:

Great location, very clean, breakfast was freshly cooked each day.
Friendly hosts who communicated very well before and during stay.

Recommend this accommodation.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
J
Julie
10
Perfect hosts, perfect spot!
Pros:

We couldn't have asked for a better spot for our trip! We were right on the road where all the cute little shops are but it was never loud. We walked from the ferry- it wasn't too far. The owners are just wonderful and gave us ideas on places to see and where to eat. The breakfast was delicious! Try the porridge, you won't be disappointed! I highly recommend!

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
S
Sarah
10
Pros:

Excellent communication and flexibility around breakfast - thank you

2025-04-04 via Nuitee
R
Ross
10
Pros:

Excellent. Kind, welcoming people, beautiful room and lovely breakfast. I couldn’t fault it and would highly recommend.

2025-03-25 via Nuitee
G
Gretchen
10
Pros:

A lovely find; highly recommended!

2025-02-24 via Nuitee
J
Jason
10
Pros:

Fantastic place to stay perfectly clean and owner keeps In contact
Absolutely recommend to anyone to stay here

2025-02-14 via Nuitee
F
F J
10
A fabulous find!
Pros:

Fabulous stay at Fort Charlotte Guest House. Great location, great room and the nicest people you can find.

2024-09-13 via Nuitee
R
Rowna
10
Highly recommended
Pros:

The room exceeded our expectations
Perfect location in Lerwick
The owner Ryan, was a very welcoming host
The breakfasts were great start to the day & opportunity to meet other guests.
Looking forward to returning again

2024-08-12 via Nuitee
R
Rowna
10
Highly recommended
Pros:

The room exceeded our expectations
Perfect location in Lerwick
The owner Ryan, was a very welcoming host
We felt at home upon arrival.
The breakfasts were great start to the day & opportunity to meet other guests.
Looking forward to returning again

2024-08-11 via Nuitee
S
Stephen
10
Pros:

Lovely family owned business

2024-07-19 via Nuitee
J
John
10
Pros:

Staff are friendly, accommodating and helpful. They could not have done any more to assist us. Thank you.

2024-05-25 via Nuitee
G
George
10
A quiet, cozy well-located haven
Pros:

I can’t imagine a better place to stay in Lerwick than the Fort Charlotte Guest House. The place is a gem, a mere steps from the heart of Lerwick. The rooms are clean, quiet and cozy. The staff is hospitable and full of helpful ideas and advice.
Ryan’s email communication during and in advance of our stay was exceptional, both timely and informative.
The breakfast spread is varied and delicious. I especially enjoyed chatting and sharing experiences with the staff and different world travelers over coffee each morning.

2024-05-15 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Fort Charlotte Guesthouse
Pros:

Fantastic guest house, very clean and superb breakfast

2024-04-24 via Nuitee
E
Eileen family
10
Pros:

If you like staying in the town center on a pedestrian street with warm and welcoming hosts, this is the place to be. This family-run guest house makes you feel right at home. They are attentive but not intrusive. If there is anything you need, they are there to help. Also their breakfast should not be missed. It was made to order and scrumptious!

2024-03-21 via Nuitee
A
Ann
10
Perfect accommodation
Pros:

The accommodation was perfect. Clean, excellent breakfast, so much choice and could have as much as you could eat. Freshly cooked to your order. friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. It is a credit to Lynette and her staff. Would recommend this to all my friends. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

2022-07-17 via Nuitee
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Robert partner
10
Pros:

Excellent location in centre of Lerwick, near to restaurants. Lovely rooms. Best of aĺl great hosts - knowledgeable, friendly and caring.

2021-10-26 via Nuitee
G
Gayle
10
Pros:

Nice clean comfortable room with a great shower. Fantastic hosts who were very helpful.

2021-09-28 via Nuitee
G
Gary
10
Pros:

Excellent friendly spotless guesthouse and delicious great section of breakfast in morning definitely deserves excellent review

2021-09-25 via Nuitee
A
Alison
10
Wonderful stay!
Pros:

A charming guesthouse in a wonderful location, a stone’s throw from Lerwick shops & harbour. Also close to the fascinating Shetland Museum and the bus stop for buses to Sumburgh airport. The hosts Jim & Lynne were so friendly & accommodating and provided a very good breakfast. A delightful room with a very comfortable bed and everything really clean. I can’t fault this guesthouse and would stay there again.

2021-09-20 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Pros:

Lynn and Jim made me extremely welcome and the breakfast given was second to none. There was everything in my room I could possibly need and if and when I return to Shetland I wouldn’t dream of staying anywhere else.

2021-08-11 via Nuitee