Hotel Columba Hotel

The Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5QD, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.4/10! (score from 1953 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

7.6
Good
1,960 reviews

Comfortable beds, top position, Flexible friendly Staff

Monika Switzerland

Good breakfast, size of the room and superb location.

Victor United Kingdom

reception was on the ball friendly and answered any questions about the hotel or Oban Breakfast was a treat staff polite and friendly and a buffet that hit the button for the price good value

Andrew United Kingdom

Excellent buffet style breakfast. Well organised by pleasant and efficient staff.

Steve United Kingdom

Breakfast plentiful, reasonable choice, staff friendly Room clean, good bathroom, reasonably spacious (on previous visits, sometimes room has been pretty cramped) Location- central, easy to find

Catherine United Kingdom

Check in was quick and very friendly entrance was nice and clean the room we were in was nice and big having a seperate sitting area which was very welcome great views from the 2 windows of the street and distillery room was spotless.

Robert United Kingdom

Didn’t have a breakfast location was excellent in centre of Oban

Donald United Kingdom

The staff were accommodating and friendly. Property has been renovated, very clean and fabulous location.

Christine Canada

Fantastic location, great views. Clean rooms and friendly staff.

Michelle South Africa

Excellent hotel, good value for money. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was good value for money with very pleasant surroundings.

John United Kingdom
7.6
Good
1,960 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Comfortable beds, top position, Flexible friendly Staff”
    Monika Monika Switzerland Switzerland
  • “Good breakfast, size of the room and superb location.”
    Victor Victor United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “reception was on the ball friendly and answered any questions about the hotel or Oban Breakfast was a treat staff polite and friendly and a buffet that hit the button for the price good value”
    Andrew Andrew United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Excellent buffet style breakfast. Well organised by pleasant and efficient staff.”
    Steve Steve United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast plentiful, reasonable choice, staff friendly Room clean, good bathroom, reasonably spacious (on previous visits, sometimes room has been pretty cramped) Location- central, easy to find”
    Catherine Catherine United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Check in was quick and very friendly entrance was nice and clean the room we were in was nice and big having a seperate sitting area which was very welcome great views from the 2 windows of the street...”
    Robert Robert United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Didn’t have a breakfast location was excellent in centre of Oban”
    Donald Donald United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff were accommodating and friendly. Property has been renovated, very clean and fabulous location.”
    Christine Christine Canada Canada
  • “Fantastic location, great views. Clean rooms and friendly staff.”
    Michelle Michelle South Africa South Africa
  • “Excellent hotel, good value for money. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was good value for money with very pleasant surroundings.”
    John John United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff8.4
  • Facilities 7.3
  • Cleanliness8.1
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money7.5
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi8.2
Low score for Oban

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. A Victorian Hotel built between 1865 and 1901, the Columba Hotel overlooks the town of Oban and Oban Bay. It has a 24-hour front desk, a traditional restaurant and 2 bars.

The rooms at the Columba have an en suite bathroom and a hairdryer. Many rooms have sea views and others look out over the wooded hillside.

The property's Bar Rio is a traditional Italian bistro, which serves coffee and cocktails, as well as children's meals. Guests can watch Sky sports on the projector screen in the bar. Takeaway meals are also available.

The Oban Distillery, which was built in 1794, is a 5-minute walk from the Columba Hotel. Oban Rail Station can also be reached in 5 minutes on foot.

This is our guests' favourite part of Oban, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Columba Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 24 Jul 2009.

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Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Bar

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Oban, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guest reviews

7.6
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  • Staff8.4
  • Facilities 7.3
  • Cleanliness8.1
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money7.5
  • Location9.4
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  • Free WiFi8.2
Low score for Oban

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Monika Switzerland

    “Comfortable beds, top position, Flexible friendly Staff”

  • Victor United Kingdom

    “Good breakfast, size of the room and superb location.”

  • Andrew United Kingdom

    “reception was on the ball friendly and answered any questions about the hotel or Oban Breakfast was a treat staff polite and friendly and a buffet that hit the button for the price good value”

  • Steve United Kingdom

    “Excellent buffet style breakfast. Well organised by pleasant and efficient staff.”

  • Catherine United Kingdom

    “Breakfast plentiful, reasonable choice, staff friendly Room clean, good bathroom, reasonably spacious (on previous visits, sometimes room has been pretty cramped) Location- central, easy to find”

  • Robert United Kingdom

    “Check in was quick and very friendly entrance was nice and clean the room we were in was nice and big having a seperate sitting area which was very welcome great views from the 2 windows of the street and distillery room was spotless.”

  • Donald United Kingdom

    “Didn’t have a breakfast location was excellent in centre of Oban”

  • Christine Canada

    “The staff were accommodating and friendly. Property has been renovated, very clean and fabulous location.”

  • Michelle South Africa

    “Fantastic location, great views. Clean rooms and friendly staff.”

  • John United Kingdom

    “Excellent hotel, good value for money. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was good value for money with very pleasant surroundings.”

Property questions and answers
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  • do you offer gluten free breakfasts?
    yes. please just let us know before your arrival so we can organise fresh gluten free bread and there is plenty of choice of fresh fruits, yoghurts and Scottish breakfast
    Answered on 25 November 2019
  • Are there wheel chair access to the rooms.
    Good Afternoon Although we have a lift which will take you to each floor, the lift is small. So if you are able to fold wheelchair to fit. There is also a small step at the entrance to hotel as well as 2 small steps going to the lift and 7 steps to the breakfast room. So it just depends on mobility. Hope this is helpful to you. yours kindly Kerry
    Answered on 12 October 2019
  • Is the dining room open for breakfast, are your bars and restaurants open. Thankyou
    The dining room is opened for breakfast, the bar is opened from 5pm-10pm in the hotel bar. And Bar rio is opened but also closes 10pm.
    Answered on 3 October 2020
  • do you have a lift in your hotel.
    Hi there, Yes, we do have a lift. Regards, SGE Team
    Answered on 30 June 2021
  • Hi, do you have a twin room
    Hi, Yes, we do. Regards, SGE Team
    Asked about: Double Room with Sea View • Answered on 30 June 2021

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
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What's nearby
  • Corran Halls
    0.3 miles
  • Dunstaffnage Castle
    3.1 miles
Beaches in the neighbourhood
  • Tralee Beach
    6 miles
Closest airports
  • Oban Airport
    4.4 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    55 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 restaurant on site

    Bar Rio at The Columba Hotel

    Cuisine: British, Indian, Italian

    Open for: Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

Facilities of Columba Hotel

Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
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Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules Columba Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

15:30 - 21:30

Check-out

07:00 - 11:00

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 aged 3 years and above are considered 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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

The maximum number of cots allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

Please note that car parking is available on-site at a pay-and-display car park. Charge apply.

Guide dogs are the only pets allowed.

Children under 3 are free with two paying adults.

Please note this property is not suitable for disabled people.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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

FAQs about Columba Hotel

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

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Columba Hotel.

  • Columba Hotel is 150 yards from the centre of Oban.

  • Room options at Columba Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Twin/Double

  • Columba Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Bar Rio at The Columba Hotel

  • Guests staying at Columba Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

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

    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Check-in at Columba Hotel is from 15:30, and check-out is until 11:00.