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Reviews of Lancaster Hotel 2 stars

Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5AD, United Kingdom

#27 of 27 hotels in Oban

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Review score

Based on 1563 hotel reviews

6.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.7

  • Comfort

    6.5

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    5.9

  • Staff

    8.0

  • Value for money

    6.6

  • Free WiFi

    4.4

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  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    10
    Great value stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smallish car park

    Great location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    8.0
    Good wee hidden gem full of character.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing wrong with hotel.

    Everything about the hotel was a old hotel with character. It's not a 5star hotel so don't if you book don't expect a 5 star room. If you wanted that then there's hotels in oban that you can get. But what you get is value for money. Room was comfortable (24) great view over the sea yes there walls outside but the veiw towards Atlantic is fantastic. You had a ensuite with aduiqate shower facilities. Staff was friendly. Welcoming. Great location out of the bustle of the Town centre but close enough to walk. Within about 10 mins stroll you were at the ferry terminal. Breakfast was plentiful had a good choice. Definitely book here again.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It needs some deferred maintenance

    Location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely, friendly girl welcomed me at reception and nice man the next day who stored a bag for me as I had booked an extra night. Great location Good atmosphere Would go back!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    8.0
    Oban break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The light in the toilet was so dull it was a waste of time using it the complimentry shampoo was empty room could do with a deep clean as previous guests litter under bed was still there a lot of dust n general grime breakfast was ok but missing beans and every time i went to bar for a drink the barmade was either on her phone or playing pool i waited 12 mins to get served after that chose to go else where

    Hotel bit dated food left a lot to be desired the good thing was the outstanding beautiful panoramic view from window oban is and always will be a special place to us and as hotels go you live and learn

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    1.0
    extremely uncomfortable beds, mouldy bathroom but staff friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. mouldy bathroom 2. terrible beds - all springs poking through and so sore to turn in the bed - had to use the pillows as a mattress topper. hardly slept. honestly the most uncomfortable bed I’ve ever slept in 3. very dated and rusty furniture in the bedroom 4. loo didn’t flush properly 5. shower very weak, with thin plastic shower curtain 6. very thin curtains which let the light in 7. thin walls and could hear the snoring from next door

    only redeeming factor was the staff who were friendly

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel is dated but you have to embrace the experience.

    Location on the esplanade yet still quiet was good, and potentially free parking. Breakfast good.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    8.0
    very welcoming - especially the girl who checked us in and served us at the bar - she was really friendly and informativ
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing - it may be a bit tired but it is spotlessly clean and the staff are brilliant.

    fantastic location and excellent value for money - very quirky

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really lovely staff, couldn't have been nicer. Very dog friendly and perfect location, lovely sea view.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    4.0
    Staff were great and veiws lovely location excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Whole place needs refurbishment

    Breakfast basic veiws lovely but in need of refurbished and shower was terrible needs total revamp and decorating

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2023

    8.0
    Great week will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really perhaps a lift up to bedroom

    Breakfast was very good, room very clean plenty of storage space comfortable beds tea & coffee also tv. Plenty of parking at front & rear fantastic view from breakfast room & lounge

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2023

    8.0
    We loved the Lancaster and hope to return on any future trip to Oban. Thank you all!
    • With a pet
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The tv mounted on the wall was difficult to see. In the end, we watched something on our laptop. No a big dea.

    We read the reviews and were prepared for something "old fashioned". We found it to be very charming and had a great vibe. The staff and other visitors were really friendly. We loved the views. We loved that the hotel accommodated our dog. The breakfast was exceptionally good.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2023

    8.0
    I enjoy staying at the Lancaster as the staff are always friendly and helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The staff are very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom was small when using the toilet your legs were under the sink and your chin over the sink. Shower was extremely small. Chairs in the room were dirty and worn out as well as the ones in the lounge area. The hotel has no wifi in the rooms only in lounge area. The place needs to be updated as the wear and tear is really showing. Parking is tight.

    The location is just off downtown and right on the waterfront. Food was okay.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2023

    1.0
    Never again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dirty dreadful shower all furniture old dirty and uncomfortable and we got a economy smoking room which we were not expecting the worst we have ever stayed in

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2023

    3.0
    Not recommended for stay and I will definitely not coming back in this hotel!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of staff. The owner is taking advantage the location of the property but didn’t invest the facilities of the hotel in short very greedy.

    The location is good and the breakfast however during the night we ordered 2 cheese burgers and it was totally burned and hard!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2023

    8.0
    satisfactory budget accommodation in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    beds not very comfortable , parking difficult

    location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

    1.0
    Terrible, stay clear
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was terrible, I booked a Seaview room and when I landed I was put into a broom closet at the back of the hotel. The TV was the size of an ipad. The bed was like something front the 1970s. My advice is to stay clear

    Checkout,

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    10
    Beautiful views of Oban Bay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although the rooms are a blast from the past(60/70's decor) everything was clean and tidy.So heh ho for the little amount of time you spend in the room and the price compared to other hotels it's fine.

    Fabulous location with beautiful view of the bay from the reception and breakfast room. Tea and coffee in room is always good to have. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would stay here again..

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lift. No residents bar. No food. Too many dogs in the hotel.

    Location great, breakfast ok but quite small portions. Hotel is antiquated and badly in need of refurbishment.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    10
    I had a personal song and guitar performance from the owner/manager which was very entertaining.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was all good for me

    Didn’t have breakfast

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    10
    Very good hospitality ☺️
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Someone in next room during night with television on 🙄🙄🙄

    Such friendly folk especially the welcome from Cameron and service and Martin. Food excellent. Bless you ☺️

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

    9.0
    Like stepping back in time
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No space in the car park on arrival. Luckily it was quite late and I parked along the sea front without having to pay parking.

    No denying that it feels like travelling back in time 50 years when walking into the Lancaster. For me it was all part of the charm but I can see why some people my not like the dated decor. Staff very friendly and excellent location and very reasonable prices

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

    8.0
    Friendly and Helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit dated

    Close to the centre,clean and very helpful staff

    Stayed in May 2023

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