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!
Overlooking Loch Etive, the Falls of Lora Hotel is a 19th century property with an a la carte restaurant, there is free WiFi access available throughout , a bar and free on-site parking.
Yvonne
United States of America
The outside was beautiful, good location. Breakfast was good.
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...
Overlooking Loch Feochan with panoramic views of rugged mountains and tranquil islands, Knipoch House Hotel is just a short drive from Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland and a gateway to the Isles....
Lorena
United States of America
Overall it was nice, but nothing sticks out as being exceptional.
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.
Marie
United States of America
The property was beautiful with unique and cool decor - felt fun and comfortable.
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, 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
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 in Oban, a 4-minute walk from Corran Halls, King's Knoll Hotel provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.
Quiet, with lovely view of Oban bay from our room.
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.
We had a sea view and it is close to all amenities
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.
Room was clean and had a great view over the harbour
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.
Clean, warm, friendly staff, easy to park, central
The Muthu Oban Regent Hotel is prominently located at the head of Oban's north pier and is close to the main shops.
The view was nice
The staff were polite and friendly
FAQs about hotels in Oban
On average, 3-star hotels in Oban cost $109 per night, and 4-star hotels in Oban are $159 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Oban can be found for $126 per night, 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
10
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
10
Scored 10
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
good things were hotel location, on site parking, 24 hour reception, room size/layout, en suite had lovely hot shower (over bath), large bar lounge, friendly staff, the breakfast self service buffet on the first floor had a very good varied choice of hot and cold fair and was excellently prepared. Although the hotel including the room were a little bit tired they had character and the package come in at a fair price. I would definitely return to The Royal Hotel if staying in Oban
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.
Great location for an overnight stay just outside of Oban (5 mile drive to catch a ferry to Mull the next day). Dinner options were fantastic - so good I returned for an evening meal on my way home too without the overnight stay. Very nice pub as part of the hotel with outside seating - which is very nice with good weather.
Hotel was fresh and clean. Staff were friendly and welcoming. We did have a bit of a hiccup during our stay, which was rectified afterwards. Rooms have everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Location was ideal for exploring oban and in walking distance of all the local shops and pubs.
I loved the look of the hotel and the location, right across from the ocean. This is the reason I booked it. It looked absolutely Dreamy! And I loved all the amenities they touted .... however it ALL turned out to be the worst stay of our trip. Thank heavens it was only 1 night.
I cannot say enough good things about this lovely B&B - from the kind and helpful proprietors and staff, the stunning sea views, the decor, comfort and cleanliness, to every detail, big and small. Truly one of the nicest hotels we’ve ever stayed in, and we travel a lot.
The location is obviously the highlight of the hotel. They could make so much more money if they invested in upgrading and maintaining the building better. It's really an old historic jewel of Oban, so they should treat it like one and take care of it.
Neat apartment; well designed and equipped Really comfy bed, and kitchen, sitting and dining furniture all very practical.
Easy to check in and out via the nearby Ranald Hotel. Really central; a short walk to the centre of town and the shore.
Everything was amazing, great stay. Immaculately clean, and gorgeous decor. The lock box for keys was really clever and fab.
Honestly would book again in a heartbeat, wouldn’t stay in any of the hotels in Oban, would always pick this!
Charming hotel. Remarkable location. Very helpful staff. It is a Victorian hotel, and yes, it shows its age. It served every one of my expectations. If one wants something more modern, stay in the Hilton. Highly recommended.
The location, staff, and facilities were fantastic. They were extremely kind and accommodating and the building itself is full of classic seaside hotel charm. I won't hesitate to book again next time I'm in Oban.
We stayed in the Oban Bay Hotel after a trip around the NC 500. We found the hotel and staff to be superb. The entire stay was wonderful. I would highly recommend the hotel.
Good position of hotel central for all attractions in Oban. Beds small but comfortable.
Cafe Rio attached to hotel - food excellent & lovely atmosphere.
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