Oban, the picturesque town nestled on the west coast of Scotland, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. With its stunning landscapes, charming crofters' cottages, and rich history, it's no wonder that Oban has become a popular tourist destination. When planning a trip to this enchanting town, one important decision to make is where to stay. While there are numerous accommodation options, such as guesthouses and bed and breakfasts, we believe that hotels offer the best experience for travelers. In this blog post, we will delve into the reasons why hotels should be your top choice when exploring Oban.
First and foremost, hotels provide a level of comfort and convenience that is unmatched by other accommodation options. After a day of exploring the nearby castles or hiking along the breathtaking coastal trails, you'll want a place to relax and rejuvenate. Hotels in Oban offer cozy and well-appointed rooms, equipped with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Additionally, most hotels boast beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes, allowing you to wake up to awe-inspiring scenery each morning.
Another reason to choose hotels in Oban is the range of services and facilities they offer. From on-site restaurants serving traditional Scottish delicacies to spa facilities offering indulgent treatments, hotels provide everything you need under one roof. This is especially beneficial for travelers who wish to make the most of their time in Oban without the hassle of searching for dining options or arranging separate activities. Moreover, many hotels also offer organized tours or local guides, allowing you to make the most of your visit by exploring the hidden gems and lesser-known attractions of the area.
Safety and security are also key factors to consider when traveling, particularly in a new place. Hotels provide a sense of security with their round-the-clock staff and surveillance systems, ensuring your peace of mind throughout your stay. Additionally, hotels often require key card access to rooms and have secure parking facilities, further enhancing your safety. For travelers who value their peace of mind and want to focus on immersing themselves in the beauty of Oban, hotels are a reliable and secure option.
Finally, hotels are a great choice for those seeking a well-rounded and memorable experience. Many hotels in Oban are housed in historical buildings that have been lovingly restored and transformed into elegant establishments. Staying in one of these hotels allows you to not just explore the town's attractions but also immerse yourself in its rich heritage. The warm hospitality of the Oban locals is also reflected in the service you receive at these hotels, making your visit even more special.
In conclusion, when traveling to Oban, choosing a hotel as your accommodation option will provide you with comfort, convenience, and a range of amenities that can enhance your trip experience. With their picturesque views, excellent services, and historical charm, hotels offer a well-rounded and unforgettable stay in this captivating town. So, whether you're a solo traveler seeking tranquility or a family looking for adventure, consider a hotel stay for an enriching and memorable journey in Oban.
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Glenburnie House Hotel
Set at a 4.7 km distance from the 13th - century fortress "Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel", the 4-star Glenburnie House Hotel Oban features Wi-Fi throughout the property as well as parking on site. The guest house is a good starting point for exploring Oban, including the donation Oban War and Peace Museum, which is 6 minutes' stroll away.
This Oban property offers access to St Columba's Cathedral, located less than a 6-minute walk away. Cultural sights in the area are The Jetty Gallery (1.2 km) and the 1745 Dunollie House Museum (1.3 km). The hotel is situated at a short distance from the community owned Oban Phoenix Cinema, while Oban - Station Square bus station lies 10 minutes' walk away.
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The Royal Hotel
Providing 91 rooms, Royal Hotel Oban is less than 14 minutes' walk from the community owned Oban Phoenix Cinema. Wi Fi is offered in the rooms at the 3-star hotel.
The property is placed about 90 km from Coll airport and within easy walking distance of Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel. The area includes such religious sights as Oban Baptist Church (0.6 km) and St John's Cathedral (1.2 km). The hotel is placed quite a walk from the ancient ruins "Dunollie Museum", and Oban - Station Square bus station is about a 5-minute walk away. Royal Hotel Oban is located close to a port.
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The Perle Oban Hotel & Spa
Located about a 14-minute walk from the Colosseum-like Victorian folly "McCaig's Tower", the 4-star Perle Oban Hotel boasts a wellness centre with body wraps, body scrub and pedicure. The luxury hotel features 59 rooms in a natural area, at a 3.2 km distance from culture-oriented attractions such as the 1745 Dunollie House Museum.
The family owned accommodation puts you right in the centre of Oban, at a 3 km distance from the - donation Oban War and Peace Museum. The Perle is located in hills, and within walking distance of the community owned Oban Phoenix Cinema. Located around 19 minutes' walk from this Oban property, St Columba's Cathedral is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists. The Perle Oban Hotel is just a stroll from a ferry port and Oban bus stop is nearly a 5-minute walk away.
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Muthu Alexandra Hotel
Featuring a swimming pool, the 3-star Muthu Alexandra Hotel Oban is set just 1.3 km from the ancient ruins "Dunollie Museum". The hotel offers WiFi in public areas.
A stroll of 13 minutes will take guests to the - donation Oban War and Peace Museum. Religious sights in the area include St John's Cathedral (0.8 km) and Oban Baptist Church (1 km). This Oban hotel is placed within close distance of the 13th - century fortress "Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel", while Oban - Station Square bus station is nearly a 10-minute walk away. Muthu Alexandra Hotel is located less than 90 km from Coll airport.
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Oban Bay Hotel
Offering a safe deposit box and 24-hour security, the fantastic Oban Bay Hotel is nestled approximately a 5-minute walk from Roman Catholic Diocese of Argyll and the Isles and around a 15-minute stroll from the 1745 Dunollie House Museum. Featuring 8 rooms with views of the sea, the 4-star hotel is set not very far from the Open McCaig's Stone Tower.
This Oban property is placed about 90 km from Coll airport and nearly an 11-minute walk from such cultural venues as the donation Oban War and Peace Museum. The Bay Oban is situated within close distance of St John's Cathedral, which is considered to be a sacred site. Entertainment in the area includes Glencruitten Golf Club a 5-minute ride from the fantastic accommodation. Also, a train station is set near Oban Bay Hotel.
Hotels in Oban
| Family Hotel 👪 | Glenburnie House Hotel |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | The Royal Hotel |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | The Perle Oban Hotel & Spa |
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The Great Western Hotel
The 3-star Great Western Hotel Oban offers 72 rooms only 1.5 km from Oban Marina. Moreover, this Oban hotel includes a golf course and live performances.
Located 5 minutes on foot from Corran Halls, the property is set a few minutes drive fromthe community owned Oban Phoenix Cinema. Cultural sights in the area are the intriguing Dunollie Museum (1.2 km) and The Jetty Gallery (1.1 km). The hotel is situated only 1.3 km from the prominent McCaig's Tower, while Oban - Station Square bus station lies just 0.6 km away. The Great Western Hotel in Oban is 90 km from Coll airport.
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Maridon House Hotel
Set at 800 metres from Oban Marina, the 3-star Maridon House Hotel Oban is located 5 minutes on foot from Oban Baptist Church. WiFi is accessible throughout the property and private car parking is provided on site.
The - donation Oban War and Peace Museum is a popular place to visit within 20 minutes' walk of the hotel. This Oban hotel is situated 10 minutes by car from St Columba's Cathedral, which is considered to be a sacred site. There is the 1745 Dunollie House Museum 10 minutes' drive away, while Oban - Station Square bus station a short walk to the property. Maridon House Hotel is about 90 km from Coll airport.
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Argyll House Hotel
Offering proximity to Sgeir-mrethhaid, which is approximately 1.3 km away, the 3-star Argyll House Hotel Oban also provides guests with a car park on site. Roman Catholic Diocese of Argyll and the Isles is placed about a 5-minute walk away, and Corran Halls is only 5 minutes' walk from this Oban hotel.
The centre of Oban can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Places of worship to visit only a short drive from the hotel include St Columba's Cathedral. The accommodation is situated around 20 minutes' walk from the donation Oban War and Peace Museum, and Oban - Station Square bus station lies nearly a 10-minute walk away. You will find Argyll House Hotel 90 km from Coll airport.
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Corran House Guest House
The 2-star Corran House Guest House Oban offers 33 rooms 500 metres from St Columba's Cathedral. The hostel is set at a short distance from the - donation Oban War and Peace Museum and boasts a swimming pool as well as views of the sea.
Nestled among hills, this Oban property is within 19 minutes' walk of the 1745 Dunollie House Museum. The community owned Oban Phoenix Cinema is in a short walking distance to the hotel, while St John's Cathedral is a 5-minute walk away. Entertainment options in the area feature Corran Halls only a short stroll away from the accommodation. Corran House Guest House is within 10 minutes' walk of Oban bus stop.
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Elderslie Guest House
Set within 1.3 km of the whisky Oban Distillery, Elderslie Guest House Oban includes 8 rooms with views of the countryside. This bed & breakfast comes with WiFi throughout the property.
The accommodation is placed about 90 km from Coll airport and 10 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as the - donation Oban War and Peace Museum. The waterside Oban War Memorial Sculptures is within a minutes' drive of the 2-star hotel, while Nant Drive bus stop is merely 600 metres away. 10 minutes by car from the Colosseum - like Victorian folly "McCaig's Tower" is a perk for guests staying at this property.
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Kilchrenan House Hotel
Kilchrenan House Hotel Oban is set 12 minutes on foot from the Open McCaig's Stone Tower and within 4.7 km of the mighty stronghold "Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel". The guest house also offers guests Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The accommodation is placed about 90 km from Coll airport and very close to St Columba's Cathedral. Entertainment venues in the area are the community owned Oban Phoenix Cinema (950 metres) and Glencruitten Golf Club (1.7 km). The sandy beach is set 300 metres from this 4-star hotel, while the historic Oban Distillery is about a 5-minute ride away. Along with other cultural attractions the - donation Oban War and Peace Museum is nestled at a medium distance from Kilchrenan House Hotel. The accommodation is also just a stroll from a railway station.
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The Ranald Hotel
Providing 17 rooms, the unpretentious Ranald Hotel Oban is 13 minutes' walk from the Colosseum - like Victorian folly "McCaig's Tower". WiFi is offered throughout the property at this 2-star modern hotel.
The property puts you in the heart of Oban, only a short drive from the donation Oban War and Peace Museum. Cultural sights in the area are the intriguing Dunollie Museum (3 km) and The Jetty Gallery (1 km). The historic Oban Distillery, as well as Purdie's of Oban, are also 300 metres of the hotel. The Ranald Hotel lies a short distance from a ferry port for the tourists to begin exploring Oban.
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Lochnell Arms Hotel
Placed merely 5 minutes' walk from Connel Bridge, the 3-star Lochnell Arms Hotel Oban includes 9 rooms with views of the sea. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi throughout the property in this smoke-free hotel.
The Open McCaig's Stone Tower is located about 15 minutes' drive from the property and the mighty stronghold "Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel" is nearly 10 minutes away by car. The hotel is situated within 7 km of St Columba's Cathedral, which is considered to be a sacred site. The accommodation is within 15 minutes' drive of the donation Oban War and Peace Museum. Lochnell Arms Hotel enjoys a spectacular location 0.6 km from Oban airport.
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Columba Hotel
Within 250 metres of St John's Cathedral, Columba Hotel Oban includes 44 rooms. Set in a short walking distance to the historic Oban Distillery, the hotel overlooks the sea and invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar.
The accommodation in Oban is within 5 km of the 13th-century fortress "Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel". You can find the centuries-old ruins "Gylen Castle", which is a great place to explore the area, within 7 km of this 3-star hotel. The property is placed right next to Dunollie Castle, while Oban - Station Square bus station is only 300 metres away. The nearest airport is Coll, 90 km from Columba Hotel.
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Adelphi Villa
Featuring Wi Fi in the rooms, Adelphi Villa Oban is set 10 minutes by car from Lochan Dubh. Guests travelling by car can also use a private parking lot on site.
The guest house is placed about 90 km from Coll airport and at a 1.6 km distance from such cultural venues as the donation Oban War and Peace Museum. It is 5 minutes' drive from the ancient ruins "Dunollie Museum" and within a minutes' drive of the Open McCaig's Stone Tower. This 3-star hotel is located within a 10-minute drive of the partially ruined Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel. Oban bus stop is not too far from Adelphi Villa.
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Aspen Lodge
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, the 5-star Aspen Lodge Oban is set 3 km from the - donation Oban War and Peace Museum. This Oban bed & breakfast entices guests with a car park, available on site.
The property is located in a rural area of Oban, 10 minutes' drive from St John's Cathedral. As a plus for business travellers, the Colosseum-like Victorian folly "McCaig's Tower" is about 2.7 km away. The best historical sights to visit here include the mighty stronghold "Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel", situated 4.8 km from the hotel.