The Royal Hotel Oban, Oban ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Argyll Square, Oban, United Kingdom, PA344BE

The Royal Hotel, a 3-star AA awarded hotel, offers traditional Scottish hospitality with 91 guestrooms and multiple dining options in a prime location. Guests enjoy a comfortable setting with easy access to local shops, cafes, and stunning views of the bay.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Royal Hotel feature amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and en-suite bathrooms. The hotel includes a diverse range of room types including classic, superior, family, and four poster rooms, catering to various guest needs.

Dining Options

Dining options at The Royal Hotel include the Morvern Restaurant and a Lounge Bar, both utilizing local ingredients to influence their menus. Guests can enjoy Scottish cuisine with selections labeled accordingly, complemented by a fine selection of wines and liqueurs.

Business & Services

The Royal Hotel provides function space for meetings and events, accommodating up to 180 guests. Additional services include 24-hour room service and a small conference area, enhancing the hotel's suitability for business travelers.

Local Attractions & Transportation

Guests at The Royal Hotel can explore nearby attractions like McCaig's Tower and Oban War and Peace Museum. The hotel serves as a gateway for island hopping to destinations like Mull and Iona, with transport options easily accessible.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Double Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Classic Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Superior Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Sea view

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Getting around

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City Center

Oban1000 ft

Airports

Coll (COL) 54.6 mi

Glasgow (GLA) 89.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The buffet breakfast was a highlight, especially the incredibly tasty sausages that made my mornings good.” view full review

Easy Parking Access

“Although the car park was small, I found ample on-street parking nearby, which made arriving stress-free.” view full review

Comfortable Retreat

“My large bedroom featured a very comfortable bed that ensured I had a restful sleep throughout my stay.” view full review

Retro Charm

“I loved the nostalgic touch of the bathtub in my room, providing a lovely way to unwind after a day of exploring.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Security
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course
Pool tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Argyll Square, Oban, United Kingdom, PA344BE

Map view

street view

Argyll Square, Oban, United Kingdom, PA344BE

City landmarks

cnr Laurel & Duncraggan Rds

McCaig's Tower

2600 ft

Church

St Columba's Cathedral

3900 ft

Movie theater

Oban Phoenix Cinema

3800 ft

Church

St John's Cathedral

3900 ft

Gallery

The Jetty Gallery

2900 ft

Museums

Dunollie Museum

1.8 mi

Museums

Oban War and Peace Museum

1.6 mi

Avoncraig Duncraggan Road

Parsley the Ambassador Cat

2900 ft

Gallery

Alice Strange

2300 ft

Golf Course

Glencruitten Golf Club

2800 ft

Sound of Kerrera

3700 ft

Bishop's House

Roman Catholic Diocese of Argyll and the Isles

1.1 mi

Oban PA34 4SX

Hutcheson's Monument

1.2 mi

200 Corran Esplanade

Oban War Memorial

1.3 mi

Lochan Dubh

1.5 mi

Island

Maiden Island

1.5 mi

Glencruitten Road

Glencruitten Cathedral of Trees SCIO

1.4 mi

Beach

Ganavan Sands

1.8 mi

Ganavan Bay

1.8 mi

Store

Puffin Dive Centre

2.1 mi

Loch Nell

2.4 mi

Castle

Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel

3.2 mi

Scottish Marine Institute

Ocean Explorer Centre

3.0 mi

Carn Breugach

3.0 mi

Dunstaffnage Marina

Etive Boat Trips

3.1 mi

Stafford St

Oban Distillery

6.3 mi

Nearby

18 George Street

Purdie's of Oban

1100 ft

Ardentive Bay

Oban Marina

800 ft

Cathedral of Trees

800 ft

Church

Oban Baptist Church

1900 ft

Restaurants

Aulay's Bar

700 ft

8 Airds Crescent

Cafe Harris

400 ft

2 Gibraltar Street

The Lorne Bar

700 ft

Stevenson Street

Cafe Shore

1400 ft

Station Road

Oban Seafood Hut.

2100 ft

Railway Pier

MacGillivray's Seafood

1700 ft

57 Shore Street

Local Shellfish

2100 ft

Calmac Pier

Food From Argyll at the Pier

2200 ft

Oban Ferry Terminal Railway Pier

Bridge Cafe

300 ft

3 Soroba Lane Town Centre

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

great location

friendly staff

minimal ventilation

lacking facilities

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

8.3

Service

8.4

Dining

7.1

3.5/5 based on 1398 reviews

#14 of 16 hotels in Oban based on Tripadvisor

Peter

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.8/10

The hotel is located right in the center of town, making it very convenient for exploring the area. The rooms are basic with minimal ventilation due to security reasons, but offer a nice view. However, the lack of heating can be uncomfortable during colder seasons. The service is top-notch, with attentive room service and a pleasant welcome drink. The traditional fish served in the dining area is a must-try. Overall, a good value for the price with some minor room amenities to consider.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are basic but offer a nice view. However, lack of heating can be inconvenient.

Service

9.0

The service is top-notch, with attentive room service and a pleasant welcome drink.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the center of town, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

8.0

The traditional fish served in the dining area is a must-try.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers a comfortable stay, even with minimal room amenities.

Richard

United States of America, February 2024

7.2/10

The hotel has a prime location near the station and the town center, close to the ferry, although it's in an often overlooked area in the center of Oban. The rooms offer a nice view but lack heating and have minimal ventilation for security reasons. The service is attentive, with room service, housekeeping, and a welcome drink. The dining experience, however, was underwhelming with only French fries available. Overall, the facilities are decent but lacking variety.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms come with a view and are equipped with a few chairs, but they lack heating and have minimal ventilation for security reasons.

Service

9.0

The service was attentive with room service, housekeeping, and a nice welcome drink.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently situated near the station and the town center, close to the ferry. It's central in Oban but often overlooked.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited to only French fries, which was disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are decent but lack variety.

John

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.8/10

The hotel is situated in the heart of Oban town center, on a slight hill close to the harbor. The rooms offer serene views and are equipped with minimal ventilation for security reasons, although they lack heating and have only a few chairs. The service is attentive with pleasant room service, housekeeping, and a welcoming drink. Dining mainly focuses on light snacks. Some positive points are the convenient location and friendly staff, but the absence of heating in the rooms and limited seating might not be ideal for all guests.

Rooms

7.0

Rooms offer peaceful views with minimal ventilation for security reasons and a few chairs.

Service

8.0

The service was attentive with pleasing room service, housekeeping, and a welcoming drink.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in the heart of Oban town center on a slight hill close to the harbor is convenient.

Dining

7.0

The dining mainly offers light snacks.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provide the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Tom

United States of America, January 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located near the station and the town center, providing easy access to transportation options. The rooms offer minimal ventilation for security reasons and come with a few chairs. The bath facilities are satisfactory, but some may find them basic. The service is warm and welcoming, making guests feel valued throughout their stay. However, the dining options could be improved to enhance the overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are secure with minimal ventilation but equipped with essential furnishings like chairs and bath facilities.

Service

9.0

The service received from the staff was exceptional, making my stay comfortable and enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is convenient, being close to the ferry terminal, harbor, and within easy reach of the station and town center. This makes it ideal for travelers relying on public transport.

Dining

7.0

While the dining options are satisfactory, there is room for improvement in terms of variety and quality of meals offered.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers essential facilities for a comfortable stay, catering to the basic needs of guests.

Edward

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers rooms with bath and a view, but without heating on. The service includes room service and housekeeping, along with a welcome drink. The location is close to the harbour but on a busy roundabout. The dining experience features shabu shabu. The facilities are accommodating with minimal ventilation for security reasons.

Rooms

7.0

Rooms provided a view and were equipped with a bath, but the heating was not available which was a downside.

Service

8.0

The service was attentive with room service, housekeeping, and a nice welcome drink.

Location

6.0

The hotel is conveniently close to the harbour but situated on a busy roundabout which could be noisy.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience featured shabu shabu, offering a unique culinary experience.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-equipped, but the ventilation was minimal for security reasons.

William

United States of America, May 2023

7.8/10

I must say, this hotel is quite a gem! The location is excellent, close to the harbor and town center, but surprisingly quiet despite being near the station. The service was top-notch overall, but the lack of room service was a bit of a drawback. The rooms were comfortable, but the minimal ventilation for security reasons made me slightly uneasy. The dining experience, with traditional Greek dishes, was a delightful surprise, though the facilities were a bit lacking in terms of variety. Overall, a value-for-money stay with some minor hiccups along the way.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable, but the minimal ventilation for security reasons was a bit concerning.

Service

8.0

The service was top-notch, but I missed having room service.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, close to the harbor and town center, but surprisingly quiet near the station.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, with traditional Greek dishes, was a delightful surprise.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but could use a bit more variety.

great location

minimal ventilation

Anthony

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is ideally located, right in the heart of Oban, offering easy access to the town center. The rooms are comfortable and clean, though lacking heating for security reasons. The service is attentive, with courteous staff and room service available. On the downside, the dining experience, especially for peanut butter lovers, may fall short. The facilities are adequate, catering to basic needs. Overall, it's a convenient stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are clean and comfortable but lack heating for security reasons.

Service

8.0

The service is attentive, with courteous staff and room service available.

Location

9.0

The hotel is centrally located in Oban, offering easy access to the town center.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience may not meet expectations, especially for those fond of peanut butter.