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Fort Charlotte Guest House

Shetland · United Kingdom

1 Charlotte StreetView location

10.0/10Excellent100 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort10.0/1010.0
Condition9.8/109.8
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities9.8/109.8
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About Fort Charlotte Guest House

When you a stay at Fort Charlotte Guest House in Lerwick, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Lerwick Town Hall and Fort Charlotte. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Shetland Museum and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Bain's Beach.

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. A complimentary English breakfast is included. Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected.

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When you stay at Fort Charlotte Guesthouse in Lerwick, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Lerwick Town Hall and Fort Charlotte. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Shetland Museum.

Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 12:00 PM
Check-in until 9:30 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators No front desk Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Lerwick Town Hall 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Fort Charlotte 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Bain's Beach 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
The Lodberrie 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Shetland Museum 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Coastal Walk to the Knab 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Clickimin Leisure Centre 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Clickimin Broch 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Böd of Gremista 3.2 km / 2 mi
Isle of Noss 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Bressay Lighthouse 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
Scalloway Castle 9.6 km / 6 mi
Scalloway Museum 11.3 km / 7 mi
Shetland Bus Memorial 11.3 km / 7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • guest house
  • Wi-fi
  • Garden
  • Luggage room
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability

Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Fort Charlotte Guest House

10.0
Excellent
100 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
10.0 /10
Condition
9.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.8 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Karen
The whole experience was wonderful.
Great hosts, really nice room and view and perfectly positioned for town.
Breakfasts were a triumph and hospitality from Ryan was second to none.
We really enjoyed our stay here and it made Shetland a really enjoyable experience for us.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Heather A
Great stay. Near all the quaint shops and restaurants in town. Walkable to everything. Staff are fantastic.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Alexandria
Staff was exemplary. Location was superb. Breakfast was delightful and I can't think of better adjectives to describe how wonderful the entire experience was overall
Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Robert
The accommodation was spotless. The host Ryan was really friendly and the breakfast was lovely and cooked to order.
Location wise its on the high street with lots of parking very close by will definitely be my first choice of places to stay in Lerwick.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Richard
Staff were fantastic Breakfast was great
Business
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2025
Nicholas
The place was spotlessly clean.The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was very quiet. The guesthouse was very handily situated for shops and public service buses being in the very heart of Lerwick.There was easy Wi-Fi access in the room and a large TV screen by the bed.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
Kevin

Little Gem

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

Recommend this accommodation.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2025
Julie

Perfect hosts, perfect spot!

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!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Sarah
Excellent communication and flexibility around breakfast - thank you
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2025
Ross
Excellent. Kind, welcoming people, beautiful room and lovely breakfast. I couldn’t fault it and would highly recommend.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Gretchen
A lovely find; highly recommended!
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
Jason
Fantastic place to stay perfectly clean and owner keeps In contact
Absolutely recommend to anyone to stay here
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2024
F J

A fabulous find!

Fabulous stay at Fort Charlotte Guest House. Great location, great room and the nicest people you can find.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
Rowna

Highly recommended

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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
Rowna

Highly recommended

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Rowna

Highly recommended

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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2024
Stephen
Lovely family owned business
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2024
John
Staff are friendly, accommodating and helpful. They could not have done any more to assist us. Thank you.
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2024
George

A quiet, cozy well-located haven

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2024
Verified traveler

Fort Charlotte Guesthouse

Fantastic guest house, very clean and superb breakfast
Business
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2024
Eileen
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!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2022
Ann

Perfect accommodation

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2021
Robert
Excellent location in centre of Lerwick, near to restaurants. Lovely rooms. Best of aĺl great hosts - knowledgeable, friendly and caring.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2021
Gayle
Nice clean comfortable room with a great shower. Fantastic hosts who were very helpful.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2021
Gary
Excellent friendly spotless guesthouse and delicious great section of breakfast in morning definitely deserves excellent review
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2021
Alison

Wonderful stay!

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.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2021
Verified traveler
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.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2021
RN
This guest house is quite exceptional in all respects. The owners are generous in their welcome and ready to give any information or assistance you may require including the loan of books. Everything is kept immaculately clean. The breakfast is cooked to order and delicious. We cannot recommend it highly enough and would love to return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2021
Debbie

Fabulous B&B in Lerwick centre

Hosts were just like friends - nothing too much trouble - took the time to talk & recommended a few 'must sees & do's' they were happy to look after our food requests too. Helped us out by taking our luggage to ferry terminal for us. Went out of their way to help us. Breakfast was superb. Fresh fruit salad, cereals,many types of teas,amazing choice of cooked breakfast. Can't recommend enough. If you need to stay in Lerwick then this is the place. Free parking not far away. Centre of town location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Everything was great
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2021
Peter

Highly recommended

We spent 4 nights here. The breakfast was well cooked and wholesome. The room itself was very well maintained, spacious and came with lovely ensuite housing a nice hot, powerful shower. The real stars were our hosts who gave excellent advice on what to see and do in the Shetland Isles. Faultless stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2021
D

Impressive accomodation

Impressive attention to detail in rooms, etc…, that many a hotel would be proud of. Excellent all round and would definitely use again. Many thanks.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2021
John

Great guest house, great location, lovely owners

This is a lovely guest house right on the main high street whilst this has few cars and is quiet. The owners aren’t on site but we’re for breakfast every morning and couldn’t be more helpful and friendly. I saw no Hotel or other accommodation on Shetland I would rather have been in.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2020
Catherine
Great place for visiting Shetland. Lovely hosts and delicious breakfasts. Would highly recommend
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2020
Lorna
From check in to check out nothing was too much trouble. Spotlessly clean, excellent breakfast and charming hosts.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2020
LynnJuliet
Fabulous location, tucked away with it's own private courtyard and hidden garden just off the highstreet. Excellent value for money, fabulous breakfast and delightful hosts.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Excellent accommodation, hosts and location. Thank you very much
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2019
David

Exceptional B&B in Lerwick

Simply a delightful place, made perfect by the brother-sister team who took care of us there. They treated us like we were there very favorite people, and gave us outstanding advice on what to do and see and where to dine. Both were born and raised in Shetland. Great location too-right in the middle of town. Very high ommendation.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Location is perfect. Extremely well maintained and managed - welcoming and helpful. Fabulous breakfast and a fun way to start the day.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Great location, very nice room, superb breakfast, friendly hosts. Probably the best guest house I have ever stayed in.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Lynne and Jim have though of every detail to make their guests comfortable and go out of their way to look after them.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2019
Matt

Just a wonderful place in every way!

Watching gulls fly past the window of the room was just magical. Lynne and Jim do a wonderful job with this B&B (both are fonts of local knowledge) - just a superb place for anyone thinking of exploring Shetland to stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
This is the 4th property I have stayed in the Shetland Islands. It was the cleanest of all. Hosts were very nice and friendly. My only complaint is the sea gulls which, due to the very long days, made a lot of racket most of the time. I realize this is NOT the fault of Jim and Lynn, but it did make it difficult to sleep, and anyone staying here should be prepared for that.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2019
Jayne

Gem of a Bed and Breakfast

Excellent service. Friendly and very helpful. Breakfast amazing. Will definitely return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2019
Jack

This place does it right.

Our stay was delightful. The host and hostess are helpful and friendly as well as being very professional. There wasn't a single thing that we asked of them that they were not able to assist with. The room was very comfortable. It was clean and a congenial space in which to unwind. Everything was done right. Breakfasts were delicious and complete. And the location of the property just can't be beat--right in the heart of Lerwick, which makes it a very useful base. Roving out for evening strolls was easy and pleasant. (We were on-foot and the location might be cumbersome for those traveling in a vehicle, I can't comment on that.) Try as I might, I cannot come up with any suggestions for improvements (maybe darker curtains to help with those long summer nights?). I'm already looking forward to a chance to return to Shetland!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
The room as excellent with a comfortable bed. The breakfast was exceptional. The location couldn’t have been more central but as a result had a bit of street noise at night.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2019
Riikka

Lovely little b&b

Fabulous hosts, excellent breakfast, great location
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Lyn and Jim are such warm and welcoming hosts - we didn’t want to leave! The guest house is beautiful, and very conveniently located. I would recommend the Fort Charlotte Guest House to anyone.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
I had a lovely time staying at the guest house. The rooms are cleaned daily and there is also a great breakfast provided in the morning. The guesthouse is right at the centre of town and its very convenient to get to places. I would 100% recommend staying here!
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Not easy to find you always want more information stuff ure survey
Leisure Self

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Fort Charlotte Guest House
1 Charlotte Street, Lerwick, United Kingdom

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