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: June 7, 2022
Wendy
United Kingdombadly 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: June 7, 2022
John
United Kingdomout of date our shower was dark towels worn out place need updated
position
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 6, 2022
Andrew
United KingdomShower 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: June 5, 2022
Mairi
New ZealandReally 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: June 3, 2022
Jane
United KingdomStaff , 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: June 2, 2022
Rob
United KingdomThe rooms were overpriced & outdated.
Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 2, 2022
Mark
United KingdomRoad 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: May 31, 2022
Alastair
United KingdomRather tired for today.
The staff particularly the receptionist were exceptional.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 29, 2022
Liam
United KingdomHotel 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: May 29, 2022
Annemarie
United Kingdomit’s very dated
staff where really nice
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 29, 2022
Fiona
United Kingdomvery old fashioned room but clean
good for a quick stopover for a a concert
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 28, 2022
Susan
United KingdomQuaint 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: May 25, 2022
Steve
United KingdomHotel 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: May 24, 2022
Gee
United KingdomThe decor was very dated and could do with a frenshen up
Staff were very friendly
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 24, 2022
Karen
United KingdomSingle bed was small and not very comfortable
Location, staff, great view, cute room and lots of old fashioned details.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 23, 2022
Chris
United KingdomDecoration 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: May 22, 2022
Andy
United KingdomThe 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: May 21, 2022
Stephen
United KingdomThe 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: May 20, 2022
James
United Kingdomhotel 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: May 16, 2022
David
United KingdomThe 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: May 15, 2022
Mary
United KingdomThe 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: May 14, 2022
Caroline
United KingdomBed 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: May 5, 2022
Angela
United KingdomBath 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: April 24, 2025
Simon
United KingdomNothing
The staff were friendly and helpful. I only stayed for one night as I was travelling through Oban.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 23, 2025
Thomas
United KingdomNothing
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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