The Great Western Hotel
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Great Western Hotel
Corran Esplanade, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34 5PP, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Pets welcomeAmenities
Restaurant
Golf course
Private parking
24-hour front desk
Bar
Conference room
Multi-function room
Wake-up call
All amenities
Property Description
A stay at The Great Western Hotel places you in the heart of Oban, within a 15-minute walk of Oban Ferry Terminal and St. John's Cathedral. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Oban War and Peace Museum.
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7.0/10
This hotel is in a fantastic location , highly recommended it, staff are so friendly
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Surroundings
Airport: Oban Airport
(8.9 km)
Landmarks: Oban Phoenix Cinema
(100m)
Landmarks: St John's Scottish Episcopal Cathedral : Oban
(120m)
Landmarks: Coastal Connection
(190m)
Landmarks: Oban Promenade
(190m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
8
Standard Twin Room
2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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16
Superior Double Room
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Ocean view
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6
Standard Single Room
1 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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4
Standard Triple Room
1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Daily housekeeping
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12
Twin Room with Sea View
2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Ocean view
Towels
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10
Double Room with Sea View
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Ocean view
Towels
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3
Superior Twin Room With Sea View
2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Ocean view
Private toilet
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3
Basic Double Room
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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7
Standard Double Room
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
7/10
114 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness6.8
- Amenities6.8
- Location7.3
- Service6.9
Average for similar properties in Oban
AI Summary
The complimentary breakfast with ample choices was enjoyed by guests. The excellent location facing the seafront with beautiful views and friendly staff were also appreciated. Convenient parking and easy access to Oban were noted.
Guest User
July 11, 2025
I had been so looking forward to to a hotel with a room overlooking the sea ass da stated un my booking
Not the nly was the room not overlooking the bay at Oban - but instead a brick wall instead .
After complaining - after a wait of over an hour we were shown to a room with a sea view - a much larger room with stunning views
This room was available for inly 1 if our 2 nights stays
However , this ‘superior room’ had rotting window frames , pealing walls along with water damage , curtains falling apart at places & not all electrical sockets were working
This had once been a grand hotel but now was more akin to something from FAULTY TOWERS
Oban has so many hotels to choose from .
The misleading inference that all bedrooms have stunning sea views is misleading at best - i would not recommend this establishment
The fact that ********** recommends this place is doubly disappointing & misleading
Trust in this app has also been dented
Guest User
March 20, 2025
Attentive friendly staff ,room lovely and warm ,beds very comfortable hotel bit dated but otherwise very clean and welcoming perfect location in town and very affordable price
Guest User
February 25, 2025
Everthing was fine until I checked out in the morning, when the receptionist, told me I had an outstanding payment of £28 to pay, due to the fact that my card had been declined. I pointed out that payment was made to trip.com, using my debit card over a month ago, and that the payment had been taken from my bank. The receptionist then called the manager, who informed me that the hotel had not received payment, because my payment card had been declined, luckily I had the receipt, which was clearly marked as paid. I also said that my card could not have been declined, as payment had been debited from my bank account, they then said they woud look in to the situation, as trip.com had not paid them.
The whole situation was very disturbing, and therefore I will not be using trip.com again
DKenco
January 30, 2025
Cheap and basic but what you would expect for the price. Probably the cheapest accommodation in Oban so good if you just need a bed for the night. Staff were friendly and helpful but the room could do with a bit of work and a good clean.
Lorna Anderson
February 9, 2025
This hotel is in a fantastic location , highly recommended it, staff are so friendly
Guest User
March 2, 2025
Pleasant location is a wonderful bay. The building is grand old style
Alex
December 19, 2024
Great value stay in Oban. Staff friendly and helpful. Shower good pressure and hot.
Iain in Beijing
June 9, 2023
A great location and a perfect view from the hotel room that we had. The service was good, a great breakfast and a nice pint of beer. All in all, this is a recommend and it did take us by surprise how decent it was for our one night stay.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Restaurant
Golf course
Off-site
Private parking
Additional charge
24-hour front desk
Bar
Conference room
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Wake-up call
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Restaurant
Bar
Conference room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, £6.00 (approx. AED 29.56) Daily. Reservation not possible
Private parking
Additional charge
Business Services
Multi-function room
Conference room
Additional charge
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Safe at front desk
Wake-up call
VIP check-in service
Languages Spoken
English
Polish
Hungarian
Food & Drink
Bar
Snack bar
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Elevator
Health & Wellness
Kayaking
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Water sports equipment
Golf course
Off-site
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Smoke detector
Fire extinguisher
CCTV in public areas
Security personnel
First aid room
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–22:00
Check-out: 07:30–10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
The property will provide check-in details after booking
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 17 years old and under | £7.95 (approx. AED 39.16) per person |
Adult | Buffet:£14.95 (approx. AED 73.64) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed on request
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 79
A stay at The Great Western Hotel places you in the heart of Oban, within a 15-minute walk of Oban Ferry Terminal and St. John's Cathedral. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Oban War and Peace Museum.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Great Western Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. This hotel has 6 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 79 individually decorated guestrooms. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Great Western Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. This hotel has 6 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 79 individually decorated guestrooms. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.