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With a 4-star rating from the Scottish Tourist Board, Glenbervie Guest House in Oban provides well-appointed rooms and a buffet-style continental breakfast. Around 5 minutes’ walk from Oban town centre, it provides free parking and WiFi and has a guests’ lounge overlooking the bay.

Thanks for such a warm stay. Felt like we were at home and breakfast was exactly what I like.

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9.1
Superb
375 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

On Scotland’s west coast, Hawthornbank Guest House in Oban offers well-appointed rooms and hearty breakfasts just 10 minutes’ walk from Oban Train Station. This 4-star Victorian guest house has free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking.

What for a charming and stylish decorated room - and it has been topped by the view over Oban and it's shore (if there is no fog). We loved this house and the spirit of Ian and his very kind wife. We slept very well and would surprised with great and perfect presented breakfast. It couldn't be any better, thank's.

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9.2
Superb
213 reviews
Price from
£161
per night

MacKays is a high-quality, 4-star guest house, which is exclusively for adults. The award-winning property stands out on Oban's beautiful seafront, with uninterrupted views of the busy harbour. Oban's busy town centre is just 15 minutes' walk away.

Best stay in Scotland, beautiful room, great host, great location! I highly recommend MacKays

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9.3
Superb
866 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Surrounded by the beautiful Scottish countryside, Aspen Lodge is 2 miles from Oban, the railway station, and Oban Ferry Terminal, with regular connections to the spectacular Inner Hebrides.

Each room at Aspen Lodge features free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom with bathrobes and free toiletries, an iPod docking station, and well stocked tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms also boast a balcony with scenic mountain views.

Very nice and communicative service, good food, beautiful view, spacious room, close to Oban (2mi)

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9.7
Exceptional
305 reviews

Barriemore Oban Oban, is a charming Victorian townhouse room only accommodation with a beautiful waterfront location on West Scotland’s rugged coastline. The elegant guest rooms have either views of Oban Bay, the sound of Mull and Lismore or woodland, all have free WiFi.

The building is beautiful, the room was clean and the views breath taking. They even left two bowls, a treat and a bed for our dog. The room is beautiful decorated and with plenty of detail. The owners were very nice and you could see the care and dedication they put into everything. For our next visit to Oban I won't hesitate to stay at the Barriemore Oban again.

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9.4
Superb
780 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

A 5-minute walk from Oban town centre, this room-only guest house offers free Wi-Fi, a leafy garden and free parking. The house has uninterrupted views over Oban Bay.

The individual rooms at Invercloy Guest House each have a TV, DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. Some rooms have private bathrooms and scenic views, and all feature goose-feather duvets, plump pillows and crisp white cotton bed linen.

Everything was EXCELLENT!! Lovely room with en-suite and wee bay window to sit in and enjoy the AMAZING VIEW of the beautiful harbour! Ferries coming and going constantly. Fantastic location looking right down on the Oban Distillery. The HUGE flight of stairs to get from the seaside street up to the Guest House street was certainly a way to burn off the chowder/haggis/beers (all food experiences GREAT here), but beautiful views and benches at landings to catch your breath and enjoy. Oban and the Invercloy was our fave Scotland stop!

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9.4
Superb
464 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

Dungallan Country House is a adults only bed and breakfast guest house.

In a beautiful, peaceful location, overlooking Oban Bay, the Isles of Kerrera, Lismore, Mull and the sound of Kerrera, this beautiful Victorian building is now a guest house.

Lovely accommodation in Oban, friendly and helpful staff

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9.8
Exceptional
481 reviews
Price from
£189
per night

Overlooking Loch Etive, the Falls of Lora Hotel is a 19th century property with an a la carte restaurant, there is free WiFi access available throughout , a bar and free on-site parking. Oban Airport is 4 minutes' drive away and the resort town of Oban is 5 miles away.

Fabulous facilities- room was amazing, staff were friendly and accomodating and the restaurant outstanding. We absolutely loved our stay.

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8.4
Very good
1,826 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

This property is an 18 minute walk from the beach. Situated less than 10 minutes' walk from Oban's famous McCaig's Tower, The Ranald Hotel is set in the heart of Oban town centre and just off the main esplanade.

The staff were very kind. The breakfast was delicious. The beds were comfortable and the shower was super. Very central location. Just a few minutes walk from the shore.

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8.2
Very good
1,505 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

In the evening, the Oban Bay Hotel's award winning restaurant The Grill Room has an à la carte menu featuring fresh, local seafood and organic produce while the bar serves meals throughout the day.

Guests, couples and singles, can book to spend exclusive and private time in our sunken Canadian style outdoor hot tub, Swedish oak barrelled sauna, Roman acrylic steam room and Zen relaxation room. Take time out to relax and experience the combined health benefits offered in this private and exclusive area located on our Sea Deck. Cleanse the mind and body with our luxury thermal spa experience.

The room was cosy and clean, adjustable heating was a plus; breakfast was amazing; the hotel is beautiful with great views; they offer valet service as well.

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8
Very good
1,488 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Oban

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 566 reviews
    Dan and Graeme were so lovely and welcoming - so helpful and informative. The house was absolutely stunning! We had a sea view room and it was so peaceful and gorgeous. But even if you don't have a sea view room, you are just a right outside the promenade and can easily spend hours looking out at the sea and watching the ferries go by. The facilities provided in the room were very useful and more than what we needed. We will definitely come back again for a longer stay!
    Carol
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £261.80
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 521 reviews
    Everything. The location is very good, is not a noisy area and the view from the room is amazing. The interior design makes the house very cozy. The breakfast was very good and you have plenty of choices. We also opted to have dinner there, on both evening, and even though we didn’t had a reservation for the first night and the restaurant was full, the staff found a place for us. The food we had there exceeded or expectations. The room was also very cozy and comfortable.
    ana petro
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £149
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 520 reviews
    Location is very central in the city. Large, modern designed apartment with a well equipped kitchen (including a cool funky toaster). Staff responded quick and efficient to a request for extra towels, which was appreciated by us.
    Bastiaan
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 131 reviews
    I loved the interior design of the property. It had such a beautiful design to it
    Onifade
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 130 reviews
    Beautiful and fascinating interior design of Thomas's house, exceptional and attentive service, fantastic choice of breakfast options. A truly 5 star experience!
    Jim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £261.80
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 521 reviews
    Exceptional staff - friendly, professional, very clear and very efficient Design - great attention to detail, everything taken into consideration, an overall beautiful ensemble Food - both breakfast and dinner were delicious and beautifully served Stunning views on Oban bay Clean Everything worked Location - on the promenade, a short and nice walk away from the centre
    Inga
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £295
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,391 reviews
    The room was clean, contemporary and the bathroom was spotless (it felt brand new!)....really impressed. We enjoyed a lovely evening meal in the bar area (lovely open fire on a winters night). The staff were friendly and attentive. Breakfast in the restaurant was gorgeous and we were treated to a window seat with a stunning sea view. We felt that we'd got really good value for money and enjoyed our stay.
    Dan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £295
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,391 reviews
    Stunning location, well considered room design, great hospitality and phenomenal food!
    Iain
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,207 reviews
    Lovely small boutique hotel, staff, rooms, food and decor all lovely. Loved the attention to detail from the beautiful toiletries in the rooms to the tableware in the restaurant, will definitely be back and would highly recommend
    Lesley
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 490 reviews
    A renovated townhouse. Bedrooms modern, lovely decor and colours, not pretentious, simple but stunning. Very comfy bed. Ensuite small but works well. Everywhere was spotlessly clean. Hosts were exceptional, helpful and friendly. Genuinely wanted guests to have a good experience.
    Sheila
    Young couple

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