Ideally located in the center of the esplanade in Oban, The Great Western Hotel offers magnificent views of the bay, free Wi-Fi in public areas and en suite guest rooms.
Sandra Wasilewska
United Kingdom
The location is the only thing going for this place.
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.
Jennifer
Canada
The location and the harbor view were phenomenal. They also had a pretty nice bathtub that fills up deeply!
Set in the center 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 cozy lounge.
shortyshiv
United States of America
Walking distance everywhere within the beautiful city of Oban, especially the Oban Ferry Terminal, where we were able to take a breathtaking tour to see Fingals Cave, Isles of Staffa/Iona/Mull!
The Manor House Hotel features a fine dining restaurant, drawing room, fully licensed bar with outdoor terrace and garden.
HUGH
United States of America
The breakfasts were excellent. The staff, and especially Steven, were so pleasant and helpful. The view from the bar is amazing. The location is very convenient to Oban. Overall, a lovely hotel.
Located in Oban, 13 miles from Corran Halls, Tigh an Truish Inn provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Chantal
United States of America
Breakfasts were excellent and it was very nice and convenient to have dinner there where the food was excellent and the staff extremely friendly and accommodating.
Located in Oban, a 7-minute walk from Corran Halls, No.26 By The Sea provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Jason
United States of America
Beautifully and thoughtfully renovated building and rooms. The beds were super comfortable and the breakfasts were varied and delicious. And the staff was friendly, warm and caring.
Located in Oban, a 7-minute walk from Corran Halls, No.26 By The Sea provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Good service with good food in a stunning location
This property is an 18 minute walk from the beach. Located less than 10 minutes' walk from Oban's famous McCaig's Tower, The Ranald Hotel is set in the heart of Oban town center and just off the main...
Clean and comfy room. Good location. Pleasant staff.
With a traditional bar and restaurant, The Scot offers continental breakfasts and free Wi-Fi. Located in Oban center, the hotel is a 2-minute walk from the seafront and Oban Ferry Terminal.
Great location. Comfortable and clean. Friendly staff.
Located on the Corran Esplanade with panoramic views of Oban Bay and the island of Kerrera, Muthu Alexandra Hotel is less than a mile from McCaig's Tower. Guests can enjoy the property's bar.
Staff on reception and in restaurant. Room location.
FAQs about hotels in Oban
On average, 3-star hotels in Oban cost $92 per night, and 4-star hotels in Oban are $144 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Oban can be found for $92 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs $159 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Oban for tonight. You'll pay around $250 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Oban will cost around $93, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
Oban is a city built around a late 18th-century distillery that produces one of the finest single malt whiskeys in Scotland. This normally peaceful town is invaded during summer when tourists use it as a base to visit the Inner Hebrides islands such as Mull, Lismore and Coll, supporting its status as the Gateway to the Isles.
The horseshoe-shaped Oban Bay is sheltered by Kerrera Island with its spectacular Gylen Castle. Award-winning seafood restaurants and lively pubs line George Street and the waterfront of Corran Esplanade adjacent to the harbour.
Take a short walk up the hill to McCaig’s Tower, a structure based on the Roman Colosseum, for the finest views of Oban’s centre and the outer islands. When you get back down to sea level, stroll into and stumble out of the Oban whiskey distillery after sampling the local version of the 'water of life'.
Admire the coastal scenery as you travel a bit out of town to the 7th-century ruins of Dunollie Castle, home of the Clan MacDougall. The Firth of Lorn gives visitors a fanatstic opportunity to try some sea kayaking.
As the capital of North Argyll, Oban has a great selection of hotels, guest houses and B&Bs available on Booking.com.
What Guests Said About Oban:
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Oban is a delightful seaside town that offers very good...
Oban is a delightful seaside town that offers very good restaurants, shopping (small shops with nice merchandise) and the ability to enjoy the beauty of the bay and all of its activity. Oban makes a great base for exploring the area of walks/hikes, going out on small boat short duration trips to see wildlife, lots of castles to visit or to take the ferry out to the islands. Taxi service is plentiful as are private tour guides.
Melissa
United States of America
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Scored 10
A fabulous town with plenty of opportunities for boat trips...
A fabulous town with plenty of opportunities for boat trips to islands near and distant with awesome views. A photographers paradise.
The town has plenty to see and do with lots of great pubs and restaurants.
Something for everyone and very popular all year round.
JL101
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Bustling little port at centre of Highland area, ferries to...
Bustling little port at centre of Highland area, ferries to outer and inner islands. Train station if no car, plus reasonable bus service to places of interest, eg. Dunstaffnage Castle and Oceanic research facility at Dunbeg etc. Try a ferry visit to Mull and look out for seals , dolphins, etc.
Excellent shops and restaurants, all in small scale and within easy walking distance.
Lots of points of interest and if weather nice, very hard to beat. Great for Families with young children and Oldies as well.
Duncan
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
GORGEOUS little port town.
GORGEOUS little port town. Lots of lovely little shops, an interesting war time museum, and excellent food and drink in the numerous cafes, bars, and restaurants. Easy access to travel by bus, ferries, and trains.
Walked (some of us VERY SLOWLY!) up the hill to McCaig's Tower and enjoyed the spectacular views; followed by a delicious late lunch at Cuan Mor.
Janice
Canada
10
Scored 10
Lovely walk to ganavan sands and brilliant visit to castle...
Lovely walk to ganavan sands and brilliant visit to castle and gardens. Walk around harbour with option to have local seafood. Amazing local pubs with folk music in town centre. Fish n chips nearby excellent. Close to public transport and shops.
Susan
United Kingdom
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Absolutely perfect location .
Absolutely perfect location . The rooms are gorgeous with everything you need from tea coffee milk to hairdryer and iron if you need to use one I would give the hotel top marks the staff were all friendly . Unfortunately I we didn't eat in the hotel but we definitely will next time
Property may not be most attractive from outside above retail shop but once inside from entrance lobby, stairwell and apartment all very good. The apartment was spotlessly clean and had all the features described on the website site. Keys are collected from hotel reception a few doors down. Centrally located within walking distance of all shops and restaurants in Oban. Some metered parking on street and nearby.
The hotel is situated close to oban about 10-15 minute walk, it has spectacular views. The hosts Simon and Kirsty and staff are amazing. The rooms are lovely and done to a very high standard. Breakfasts are delicious with loads of options to choose from catering for all tastes. And the whiskey bar... You won't be disappointed! We had a fabulous time here and will definitely be coming back!
The rooms were extremely clean (good sign when dog doesn't endlessly sniff the carpet!) Great sea view. Staff incredibly helpful, comfortable bed, food excellent - proper Scottish fare. Extremely pet friendly hotel for a brilliant price. Stayed in the winter and room was lovely and warm. Closer to Oban centre than appears on google maps. I will return.
What a beautiful hotel in a fantastic place! We loved every minute from the comfy lounge and roaring fire to the super friendly and helpful staff. We didn't get a chance to sample the food as we had commitments in Oban which is only a few minutes drive away. We would definitely stay here again.
Very well situated just across from the train station, bus stop and ferry, large hotel so many rooms to choose from also close to the central shopping area of Oban. They will look after your bags if you arrive before check in time and the staff are very friendly and helpful.
We stayed 2 nights here at the Hawthornbank in Oban and our host Ian was great. The guest house is sparkling clean as are the rooms. And the breakfast in the morning was brilliant too. Parking is available right at the hotel. Highly recommended.
The hotel is in a good location in Oban - right on the Esplanade - and has parking, although there is a charge. The rooms have superb views of all the ferries coming and going to the islands. Breakfast was very good. Staff were very pleasant.
The room was lovely. It was sparkly clean. A small refrigerator with a bottle of ice cold water was provided. There was a cozy seating nook by the window. The hotel was right on the promenade. Oban is a charming town.
The hotel is in a great location right at the port and within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants, the island ferries, and the Oban Distillery. The hotel has a very historic architectural look. too.
The location was excellent and close to everything in Oban. The host helped with parking although there was plentiful options around the town. This apartment was close to restaurants, pubs and shopping.
The room was very cute and cosy. The hotel was very well located in Oban, convenient to the centre and to the ferry services. The hosts were very communicative and the room was clean with a great bed.
Well located - close to the center of the city. The hosts happily accommodated our 11 PM check in as our ferry arrived late at night. Convenient parking, Oban is not flush with parking.
The property is fabulous location, this place is pet friendly my dog was made very welcome!! The hotel is 3 star and it does what it says on the tin... perfect stay
Lovely hotel not far from Oban centre. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again. Really good value for money and comfy beds.
Staff were very hard working and friendly. Wonderful views. Spacious older style hotel. The dinner in the restaurant, if slightly pricy for Oban, was good.
The containment of the hotel - room, restaurant, bar - some with amazing views! the Mussels in the restaurant were the best of all Scotland (this trip).
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