Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5AD, United Kingdom
#27 of 27 hotels in Oban
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1563 hotel reviews
6.1Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 16, 2023
Ian
United KingdomThe breakfast could be improved with some local higher quality items on the full cooked option.
The hotel staff are all outstanding could not be more friendly or helpful. The hotel as stated in other reviews is dated but it has a huge a amount of charm regardless. Our twin room had a dual aspect view over the bay, lovely.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 15, 2023
Margaret
United KingdomRoom is badly needed cleaning shower and toilet was a disgusting
They were good
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 15, 2023
Rob
New ZealandGreat location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 14, 2023
Devereux
United KingdomVery tired, scruffy and didn’t feel clean unfortunately
Good breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 13, 2023
Paul
United KingdomViews from the hotel are amazing, and you could lose hours just sitting watching the boats and ferries going past the hotel all day.
Breakfast was lovely. Staff were lovely and friendly and very helpful.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 13, 2023
Deborah
United KingdomThe light in the ensuite shower room was too dim.
The breakfast was excellent, bacon and eggs done to perfection! Fantastic location, only a 10 mins walk from the centre. Lovely comfortable beds, quiet at night and friendly staff.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 12, 2023
George
United KingdomSingle room was quite spacious, however, the furnishings in the room are old and tired and in urgent need of replacement. The bed creaked and groaned with every movement I made and must have disturbed other residents. The electric shower head kept sliding down the pole and was unable to be secured.
Great location, with parking outside. Great cooked breakfast. Good price for the room. Lovely views from dining room and seating area. Very pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 11, 2023
Lajos
HungaryGood location. Comfortable room.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 10, 2023
Lynsey
United KingdomNeeds updated new beds
Location and staff were excellent
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 10, 2023
Thomas
United KingdomDecor/facilities dated, but reflected in price, so no complaints.
Staff; breakfast; central location.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 10, 2023
Sean
United KingdomRooms are unbelievably outdated and uncomfortable beds. Some staff happy to help and others not so much.
Location and price
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 10, 2023
Peter
GermanyLocation, very quiet, super friendly and helpful stall. Live music on Fridays. Generally good value for money and would be happy to return. Did not have breakfast there, so cannot comment.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 10, 2023
Eve
United KingdomI guess the room furnishings were a bit outdated but everything was clean and I thought it added to the charm.
Very friendly staff and lovely atmosphere with live folk music in the lobby.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 8, 2023
Bill
United KingdomWell run by friendly staff. Good breakfast prepared for a time of your choice. Clean decent sized room.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 8, 2023
Steve
United KingdomLovely dog friendly hotel (even has a bone on the building!) with wonderful welcoming staff. Stunning views over the bay too!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 7, 2023
Ian
United KingdomVery warm welcome
Excellent service & facility
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 6, 2023
Kathy
United KingdomRubbish bathroom facilities. Rubbish bed linen Rubbish bedroom furniture Rubbish breakfast choices In fact rubbish for the money charged
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 6, 2023
John
United KingdomOur only gripe is the shower space is small and a little difficult. especially if you have walking difficulty's.
We love the atmosphere in the Lancaster Hotel, they are very friendly and always willing to help. The food is good, the beds are comfy, and the staff are helpful. My sister and I stayed there last year and hopefully will go back next year. Thank you to all the staff
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 5, 2023
Himah
United KingdomThe hotel is next to a Catholic church and it was impossible to have a nap during the day as the clock chimed for about 10mins straight. There wasn't a lot of staff members so we had to wait around for a while if we needed help with something.
The breakfast was lovely. The room was nice and dark when the curtains closed so we could get good sleep. One of the hotel employers Stephanie was very lovely and helpful, she made us feel welcome and comfortable. We liked the view if the sea as we were eating breakfast.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 5, 2023
Ray
United Kingdomdecorated the room and replace the mattress from a spring one.
Staff very friendly and helpful, location was excellent for our stay. The hotel and the room was clean and tidy, although it was a bit out dated.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 4, 2023
Joanne
IrelandThe staff in the hotel were so friendly. Could of talked the ear of a donkey lol. The bed was like sleeping on feathers and the food was just as nice. Could highly recommend this hotel. Great value for money too. The room's are a little outdated but it adds to the experience.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 4, 2023
Christine
United KingdomIt’s simply shocking. We checked in and checked out within 20 minutes and went to another hotel. It stinks, the rooms we unbelievably bad/dated and no discretion at the reception or bar. Loud staff! We could still smell it on our clothes the next day. Not worth £120 a night in the slightest. Other guests checking in at the same time as us were commenting on it too.
The location was good but that’s it.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 3, 2023
Connie
United KingdomThis hotel was appalling....I should imagine the last time it was decorated was in the 70's the bed was disgusting the pillow really lumpy the room was situated above the bar which was loud and noisy and did not close till after 12pm... the staff were noisy whilst clearing up afterwards, all the doors in the hallway on the landing were banging throughout the night, it was cold, the chair was extremely low and uncomfortable, it was not a pleasant experience by any stretch of the imagination, so much so that I did not go back for the two further nights that I was booked in for. This Hotel should be taken off your booking list! I should have realised as soon as I went to the reception desk as the Manager was shouting at the girls to come and see to me..........
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 3, 2023
Alan
United KingdomVery dated, no Wi-Fi in rooms
Staff were great
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 2, 2023
Paul
United KingdomLoud water noises all night. It sounded like a drain during a monsoon, but it wasn't raining. I think the mattress was an original one from when the hotel first opened. Door to the room kept no sound out. We could hear other guests passing and talking like they were in the room with us.
The view from the window was fantastic.
Stayed in August 2023
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