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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 1562 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: 7 June 2022

    6.0
    stay was fine breakfast was good lovely veiw from dining room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    badly needs decorating & deep clean.

    staff freindly great location however hotel dated needs freshened up even a coat of paint would make such a difference. The room we were in smelt of stale smoke so bad we had to buy a scented candle.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2022

    5.0
    not there again but definitely again at Oban
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    out of date our shower was dark towels worn out place need updated

    position

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2022

    7.0
    I enjoyed staying in Oban, the Lancaster is easy walking distance to town, and has great views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower was very small and not very powerful, Power socket next to bed was loose, T.V. was poor quality - contrast was poor, WiFi unavailable in rooms

    Staff were friendly & helpful, Location was great - a short flat walk into town

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really needs a makeover as last on was the 70's

    Staff lovely and some interesting furniture. A bit of music fun in the bar.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2022

    6.0
    Characterful and friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff , character , old and neglected but what I expected. V friendly helpful staff. Don’t expect modern luxury but character and good location . Dog friendly . Friendly basic bar. Long May hotels like this exist in a tyranny of homogeneous budget hotels

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2022

    5.0
    Poor value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were overpriced & outdated.

    Friendly helpful staff.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2022

    5.0
    Mini NC 500
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Road tripsNot so much didn't like. Buts its very dated and could do with some TLC So many B and Bs to choose from wish i had as i stay 3 times a year in Oban i love it so much on my motorcycle trips

    Its in Oban

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2022

    7.0
    Good enough for overnight in an emergency. Lovely staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rather tired for today.

    The staff particularly the receptionist were exceptional.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel dated. Doors shut at 11pm unable to gt in afterwards unless paid extra 5£ for key. Room had clothes someone had left from a previous stay in cupboard.

    Close to centre was ideal for what we wanted location wise

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it’s very dated

    staff where really nice

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2022

    7.0
    friendly reception , adequate room - clean but tired decor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    very old fashioned room but clean

    good for a quick stopover for a a concert

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2022

    7.0
    Typical old highland hotel from the 70s
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quaint comfortable friendly hotel with everything I needed for a short break in Oban . Great location for the Corran Halls and the waterfront views . Not for those that want modern sterile hotels. This one is old and characterful .

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2022

    7.0
    Would stay again if passing through - staff and breakfast excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel is very (very) dated and maybe not to everyone's tastes or expectations, but for the price and all the positive points is well worth it

    Staff friendly and owner passionate about family business. Room cheap, beer cheap and breakfast exactly as ordered - couldn't fault staff or breakfast, excellent thank you (you deserve positive feedback)

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2022

    7.0
    Lovely staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The decor was very dated and could do with a frenshen up

    Staff were very friendly

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2022

    7.0
    Old fashioned and cosy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Single bed was small and not very comfortable

    Location, staff, great view, cute room and lots of old fashioned details.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2022

    7.0
    1970s time warp in a good way!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Decoration a little dated and worn.

    Good value for a hotel in a good location with parking and breakfast included. Friendly and welcoming staff. Relaxed atmosphere

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2022

    7.0
    Not the best hotel I have stayed in, in Oban but reasonable value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom decor was tired and corridors had noisy floors which resulted in disturbed sleep. Wi-Fi in the bedroom was intermittent.

    This hotel had character, was situated in a good location and employed friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is in dire need of a major update. Last decorated in the 1970's and everything is just worn out. Even a 2 star property should be of a serviceable standard.

    Great location, super staff who went above and beyond. Really good breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2022

    5.0
    Wonderful Location, wonderful staff, hotel needs to be have its furnishings update
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    hotel needs some serious updating - most uncomfortable mattress in the UK, the hotels needs a general update, not the building just the furnishings inside and definitely the beds, super uncomfortable

    Wonderful staff, wonderful location, good breakfast, wonderful parking, amazing views from our room in the morning

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2022

    6.0
    Apart from the problems with the television and the traffic it was an enjoyable and hospitable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The television wasn't working and the room was a little prone to noise from the traffic. The shower was a little light.

    We had dog friendly accommodation with the facilities which we expected, including a good breakfast. The staff were very hospitable.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2022

    7.0
    A budget hotel that provides a good night’s sleep and adequate. breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was a little too small for a double and rather claustrophobic. Basin taps need attention as they were difficult to turn off. Although there was Wi-Fi in the hotel the signal was too weak in our room to access anything online which was a major disappointment.

    Location was excellent, breakfast was well organised and staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2022

    6.0
    Would use again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed linen seen better days and pillows need replacing.

    Staff were friendly and the breakfast was adequate. For a one night stay with friends on motorbikes it does all you need.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room - Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bath towels smelt musty, pillows lumpy and/or flat . Stayed there a few years ago but had hoped it might have been better now. Having said that, I just wanted the basic needs for a couple of nights, and I already knew there was a noisy bar below so I didn't expect too much anyway .

    Location, parking, pleasant staff, clean sheets, hot water for shower or bath

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The staff were friendly and helpful. I only stayed for one night as I was travelling through Oban.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    9.0
    Love it don’t really care who else doesn’t like it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    I just like it’s location and looks and the staff are really friendly and nice and helpful will be back just like the place

    Stayed in April 2025

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