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The Royal Hotel

2.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel perfect for exploring Oban

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View from property
Terrace/patio
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Reception

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE
  • RSPB Visitor Centre
    1 min walk
  • McCaig's Tower
    3 min walk
  • Oban Distillery
    5 min walk
  • Oban (OBN)
    12 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (4 Poster)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room (3 People)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Single Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

  • 366 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Double Room Single Use

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Double Room Single Use

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
Front of property
The Great Western Hotel
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
3.5 out of 5, Good, (1010)
The price is $59
per night
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
The Great Western Hotel

About the neighborhood

Oban

Heart of Oban.At this hotel, you'll be steps from RSPB Visitor Centre and McCaig's Tower. Oban Distillery and Oban Ferry Terminal are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk
  • Oban Distillery - 5 min walk
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 12 min walk
  • Ganavan Sands - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 1 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Eco-certified hotel perfect for exploring Oban
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified The Royal Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and 24-hour room service.

This Oban hotel is smoke free.

  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1895
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel offers 91 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Oban
Royal Oban
The Royal Hotel Oban
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Hotel to the airport?

The Royal Hotel is 89.4 mi (137-min drive) away from the Glasgow International Airport (GLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Nov 5, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Nov 18, 2024 start from $86.66, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Royal Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.4 mi (8-min drive) from Ganavan Sands and 8.9 mi (19-min drive) from Tralee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to downtown Oban?

The Royal Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Oban.

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 663 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 663 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 663 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 663 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 663 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay and would use them again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cristina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mairi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wilma

Liked: Staff & service
The breakfast was included. It was a full breakfast including haggis which was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Minimal parking at the property, and most Oban car parks are pay and display. Property itself was quite outdated, with wallpaper coming off the wall and the room being very small Staff were fantastic and helpful, the location was perfect for experiencing Oban, and the food was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Looked lovely outside. Buffet breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Shivangi

Liked: Staff & service
Perfect location, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Victor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room needed a complete refurbishment although the bathroom was clean enough, when you had a shower there was a leak in the shower head so the water was everywhere and there wasn't a toilet roll holder, not what was expected for what we paid for the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Annahid

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t know why anyone sound stay here. It is old, uncared for, smells, noisy. Old tour groups seem to stay here mainly. We had 3 rooms - in one, the sink squealed all night, in the other you could hear everything people in rooms above as next door were doing, in the third the window rattled all night and was cold because of zero insulation. For the money, stay in one of the wonderful b&bs just outside town. There’s nothing to do in town anyway other than a few restaurants which you can taxi to in a few mins
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hugh

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night Good breakfast clean room good shower
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at Royal Hotel in Oban.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew, Helensburgh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is old and worn. It is kept clean as possible. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheila

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Too expensive. No stool at the dressing table. Bed too firm. Front door area dirty. Room noisy from the street. Wont be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny rooms, can hear people adjacent to you, very very dated decor and facilities. For the money - not worth it. Go to a Travelodge or something instead
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

REUVEN, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, very nice, clean room with more than enough space. Cheerful person at reception.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being a few minutes walk from the ferry terminal and train station make it ideal for an early start or late arrival. The buffet breakfast was freshly cooked and topped up regularly, only thing I would say is they need a toast making machine rather than a staff member rushing around delivering luke warm tost to tables.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Windows can’t be opened, and our shower had broken fixtures so could not divert water to a shower.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jones

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

David

Hotel was central for town centre and staff were very friendly and helpful room was comfortable only negative was the decor looked tired and could do with being updated
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to most amenities.....is the good thing. The hotel built is 1895 has had its day. Hotel has almost stayed in 1895 and not gone further into the future.....its scruffy and badly in need of a good overhaul to bring it into this century!!! Management needs to spend some money on the hotel instead of lining their own pockets!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024