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.
Wendy
United States of America
The property was way to find and in a great location by the water. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and well kept with a lovely view
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.
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.
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....
Mark
United Kingdom
All of the staff were great: really kind and very helpful.
Our room was very pleasant.
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.
Jonathan
United States of America
This was our second stay at No 26. We stayed for one night in 2022 and came back for three nights this time and it didn’t disappoint. Great service. Great food. Amazing bed and shower. Incredible views from our room. We’ll be back.
Located in Oban, a 6-minute walk from Corran Halls, No17 The Promenade has accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
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.
Did not have breakfast although heard good reports
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.
A good location, very friendly staff. Good breakfast.
The family-run Lancaster Hotel is right next to St Columba's Cathedral and has a view of Oban Bay. Built in 1850, it offers snacks, meals and lounge areas.
As arranged I had basic breakfast which I enjoyed.
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.
great location, friendly staff and excellent breakfast
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 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.
Very comfortable bed and nice view. Well situated.
FAQs about hotels in Oban
On average, 3-star hotels in Oban cost $125 per night, and 4-star hotels in Oban are $175 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Oban can be found for $152 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 bustling busy little town with many visitors and...
Oban is a bustling busy little town with many visitors and many others using the towns ferries to travel to the popular Scottish Islands !
Lots of shopping available,
Plenty of places to eat and drink to suit any budget and gift shops galore probably for those with plenty of spare cash
I was able to buy a waterproof jacket (hooded) having forgotten to pack my own got a great deal and made little dent in my wallet!
Been to Oban a good few times and hopefully will be back a few more!
Michael
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
We loved Oban Lovely to walk along the front
We loved Oban Lovely to walk along the front
and look over the water and identify the boats
that are there.
Lovely food available which made our wee two
night break enjoyable for us in Oban Inn.
Jean
United Kingdom
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Scored 10
There are so many options for days out from Oban, great bus...
There are so many options for days out from Oban, great bus routes, and ferry trip possibilities. Come by train!
A beautiful town, lots to do and see.
Had a great meal at The View. Dunollie castle lovely.
clare
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Oban is an absolutely beautiful coastal town with great...
Oban is an absolutely beautiful coastal town with great access to the rest of the Highlands. The ferries were very easy to use and we had a wonderful time exploring the Isle of Mull and travelling past the Isle of Kerrera on the way. Also make sure to head towards Dunollie Castle and take the tour round - a great time if you enjoy history or stories of the clans.
All of the food establishments that we went to were delicious and had great options. Highly recommend the ceilidh dancing on a Monday and Thursday night as it was a cracking time.
A
Anonymous
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Oban is a great base to explore the wider area or where you...
Oban is a great base to explore the wider area or where you start you exploration of the islands. Lots of great pubs and restaurants. Good shopping facilities nearby if doing a self catering holiday m.
Susan
United Kingdom
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Scored 8.0
Oban is on a very pretty bay.
Oban is on a very pretty bay. It was really busy on a beautiful Saturday and the people were friendly and helpful. Coasters and EE-usk accepted us for food/drinks with no reservations!
We did not get there early enough to explore the attractions.
The train station and ferry terminal were very efficient and helpful.
We discovered a choir and orchestra concert which was a real treat!
If you want: a clean, albeit small hotel room (we are never in the room much anyways so does it matter?!), VERY central location walkable to the city center of Oban, friendly staff (we never had breakfast there, though), easy check-in and out, parking available nearby although not on property... this is a great option in Oban! We had a room with a private but unattached bathroom which worked fine for my husband and I but would probably not work for children.
The hosts were kind and efficient. We enjoyed the room and the location. The small bar in the hotel was managed by the owner and he offered us a taste of whiskey and recommended local excursions. Breakfast was large and made to order, and tasty. I would say this was the best value and best location of our whole trip in Scotland. Onsite parking and beautiful grounds whit a view of the bay. We felt very well taken care of!
I highly recommend!
I was lucky enough to stay at this hotel for two days. The sea view outside the hotel is really beautiful. Sitting by the window and watching the sea view is very, very enjoyable and comfortable. The night was quiet and I slept well. The room is big and warm, all facilities are good. The breakfast was delicious. The staff there are very friendly. If I have the chance to go to Oban again, I will definitely choose to go back to this hotel.
We were down by another hotel. Booking cancelled 30 minutes before we arrived in Oban.
This hotel was available at short notice. We got a warm welcome at reception, the room was warm, clean and comfortable.
This was at a great location in the centre of town.
It’s an old building with character. The lift is old fashioned. We will certainly go back. Great value for money.
This is the best hotel I have stayed in, in Oban. It was modern, clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful.
I liked the breakfast very much - french toast with maple syrup. The location was ideal for me - about five minutes walk from the railway station (and ferry terminal), and also five minutes from the Tesco supermarket, and near the main street of the town.
Beautiful, comfortable and well run hotel. We particularly liked the honesty bar and the staff who really did go the extra mile to make us feel welcome. The room was cozy, felt very luxurious and well appointed. I very much doubt that there's a better place to stay in Oban. We will be back in the winter to see how they do Christmas.
A smart boutique hotel overlooking the harbour entrance to Oban and a 10 minute walk to the town centre. Excellent modern decor with vintage touches. Guest focused with lovely touch in having an honesty box for the bar. Member of staff Rachel was so welcoming and made our stay so memorable.
A modest sized hotel, located on the High Street in Oban. Very conveniently located for the shops and the ferry terminal.
The room and the hotel was very clean; and the staff were nice and friendly.
There was parking at the rear of the hotel.
Breakfast was good
Great views, location and services. Room and bathroom were very comfortable. The hotel was full and had enough space to park car at the front or at the back. The room that we rented with views overlooking the sea was something very special, as was Oban in its whole.
Location was stunning over looking the loch, only a short drive from Oban. The hotel was very tasteful decorated with cosy sitting rooms overlooking the loch. The staff were warm and welcoming offering tips on local drives and stories .
The hotel is exceptionally clean, staff very warm and service oriented, plus a nice bar! The train stop is a 3 min walk, which makes Oban and surrounding areas very accessible. The made to order breakfast with a sea view was amazing!
This was our first time in Oban & the hotel was good, great views,close to ferry terminal, station & bus links. Handy for shops,bars & eating out. The room was clean & today nice & warm for an October stay staff were friendly & helpful
Room was very clean, spacious, with fantastic view of Oban Harbour. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was lovely with good selection. Hotel in perfect location. Spa was nice and relaxing. Perfect stay.
Excellent hotel. A cosy room with a lovely bathroom in a beautiful location. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Food was delicious. A perfect overnight stay while passing through Oban on holiday.
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.
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.
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