Just 1640 feet from Oban Railway Station and Oban Ferry Terminal, The Royal Hotel offers rooms with attached bathroom, free WiFi and limited free parking. Rooms at the Royal Hotel have traditional decor, many with tartan furnishings or curtains. Some rooms have sea views and all rooms have a TV and private bathroom. The hotel was built in 1895 and the restaurant retains its high ceilings and large windows with views of the town. The bar and lounge serve light meals and a full Scottish breakfast and have coal fires. Evening entertainment includes classic Scottish tunes. Close to the port, the Royal Hotel Oban offers easy access the Islands of Mull and Iona and there are beaches within 15 minutes’ drive. The Oban Distillery and the War and Peace Museum are within 10 minutes’ walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
6.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
7.8
Low score for Oban
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Morvern
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Royal Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Royal Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash The Royal Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note there are limited car parking spaces. These slots can not be reserved and are available on a first-come first-served basis.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Royal Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Royal Hotel

  • Check-in at The Royal Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at The Royal Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go

  • The prices at The Royal Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Royal Hotel is 1,300 feet from the center of Oban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Pool table
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live music/Performance
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Room options at The Royal Hotel include:

    • Twin
    • Single
    • Double
    • Family

  • The Royal Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Morvern

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from The Royal Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.