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Set in the centre of Oban, ideal for Argyll and the Islands, this small Scottish hotel is one of the town's oldest buildings and comes with free WiFi and a cosy lounge. It offers views of the harbour and the ferry terminal. All rooms here are functionally-furnished and come with a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, as well as coffee and tea making facilities. They are all en-suite and provided with a hairdryer and towels. Complimentary water is offered in the rooms. A Grade B listed building, Kelvin Hotel is within easy reach of excellent transport links and of the main landmarks of the town. The ferry terminal and the bus/train stations are reachable within less than 5 minutes on foot. Guests have a choice of restaurants and pubs within walking distance. A grocery store is less than 400 metres away. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 143 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Oban, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • H
    Singapore Singapore
    Friendly and helpful staff. Clean. Easy access to places around. Easy to move to some places like the ferry jetty and some places in town by foot.
  • K
    Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. No fuss value hotel and perfect for 3 guys on mountain biking weekend. Staff really friendly.
  • Tessa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were friendly, very welcoming and accommodating. The facilities were better than expected, we especially liked the “kitchen” facilities in our room. We asked for an early breakfast, and the staff delivered an excellent and generous...

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Kelvin Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £6 per day.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 21:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note that the accommodation is located on the first and second floor, and is accessible via stairs only. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment.

Guests are not permitted to consume alcohol or hot food in the bedrooms.

FAQs about The Kelvin Hotel

  • Check-in at The Kelvin Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Kelvin Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Room options at The Kelvin Hotel include:

    • Single
    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family
    • Studio

  • The prices at The Kelvin Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Kelvin Hotel is 600 yards from the centre of Oban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 250 yards from The Kelvin Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.