The Whisky Vaults

Hotels
8.7 (561 reviews)
3 Tweeddale Street , Oban , gb

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Non-smoking throughout
Adult only
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Potential bed bug issue
Small room sizes
Limited amenities in some areas

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Most reviews mention that the rooms were clean, but one review indicated potential bed bugs which affected perception of cleanliness.
Service
9.2
General sentiment points to very helpful staff who were knowledgeable and friendly.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews highlight the great location, easy access to the main street, and walkability.
Room Quality
8.2
Many rooms were noted as comfortable and nicely designed, though some mentioned small sizes and issues with the bathroom.
Amenities
8.7
The bar and whiskey selection received positive remarks, although some areas could have been better.
Value for Money
8.7
Most guests felt they received good value, considering the location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Positive mentions of the bar but limited details on food quality.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall sentiment reflects satisfaction and willingness to return despite minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:28

Property Description

City Views and Terrace
Enjoy stunning city views from your room at The Whisky Vaults and relax on the terrace while sipping your favorite drink.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and private bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer.

Convenient Location
Located near popular attractions like Dunstaffnage Castle and Kilmartin House Museum, The Whisky Vaults is the perfect base for exploring Oban.

Book now for a memorable stay at The Whisky Vaults and make the most of your time in Oban!

Important information:

This property is room only however a complimentary grab and go breakfast bag is available at the property

When booking [5] rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.


Please note this property has no elevator.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 12 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 561 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Claire • couple • gb
8
Great wee escape reality overnight
Pros:

Staff were friendly, bar had a great vibe. Pizza’s looked amazing.

The room, although on the small side was spotlessly clean.

The complementary breakfast was a lovely touch.

Cons:

That there was no kitchen for breakfast/lunch/dinner.

Although the pizza did look delicious.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Edel • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • couple • au
7
The staff were pleasant and offered us a goody bag upon arrival. Check in was easy and seamless.
Pros:

The property was clean and easily accessible. There is a pub attached which was/is convenient for meals and drinks.

Cons:

The room was quite small. We did book a double bed which is fine but the room itself was small. The double bed is probably not big enough for two people to sleep comfortably.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Liam • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Rooms a tidy if not a little small, staff where spot on. Bar down stairs has a great selection of Beer and Whisky. Needs to do food though

Cons:

Smallish room imagine its noisy when its busy.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • es
4
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Letham • couple • gb
9
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
6
Fair
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Didn’t have anyone at reception when we arrived or left or when we went looking for our breakfast bag which we didn’t get and was told we would

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Wrighthouse • couple • gb
8
Good central location
Pros:

Great central location, lovely modern rooms. Well stocked tea tray.

Cons:

The room was quite small, and the bathroom was very compact and quite Claustrophobia.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
1
I wasn’t able to stay. Arrived 930pm having advised this would be the case. No one around, phone number not working and
Pros:

I wasn’t able to enter. The front door was locked, directed to the rear but no one present so had to go elsewhere.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Great stay, very happy
Pros:

Place was spotless and staff were very helpful

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Sean • couple • gb
8
Overall great stay
Pros:

Excellent location

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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alexander • couple • gb
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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lan • couple • gb
8
Fitted the bill for our short stay and would use again. Great well stocked bar.
Pros:

Great location. Staff were first class. All we needed for our short stay. Would use again if in the area.

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
6
Amazingly cheap accommodation. Fine for a short stay.
Pros:

Closeness to town.

Cons:

Bed was too small for us..Tiny bathroom.Bar was closed in evening and there were no staff around.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
10
Energy and community downstairs, quiet and relaxation in the room.
Pros:

The energy of this place was incredible! Checked in via the bar (though you could enter via the back door to avoid this if preferred) and were immediately convinced to stay for a night cap and second dinner because of the incredible smell of wood fired pizzas, buzzing crowd and groups of strangers coming together to sing and play instruments - don’t see community like that much anymore and we just loved it!! Even with all that energy we headed up to bed at around 9:30pm Friday night and couldn’t hear a peep, great sound proofing. And room had everything we could need and was very comfy. For the super affordable price I was happily surprised by the staff giving us complimentary breakfast bags and the great selection of teas coffee and biscuits in the room.

Cons:

Road parking outside is charged 9am-6pm with a 2 hour stay limit. We arrived at 3pm so just parked in the car park beside for ease and moved to the road at 6pm. Not in the property’s control and defo not a criticism just something for others to be aware of!

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • gb
10
The Perfect Stay!
Pros:

The location of this little hotel is perfect, just a five minute walk to the train station annd ferry terminal and right in the middle of Oban town. Lots of shops, bars and restaurants are close by.
My sister and I stayed for one night in Room 10 (deluxe twin) which was comfortable, immaculately clean, cosy and had everything we needed. Checking in was perfect - Chris gave us all the information we needed and made us feel very welcome.
There is an outside beer garden which will be lovely to sit out in in the spring/summer. The main bar is well stocked with every whisky you could want (as you would expect from somewhere called The Whisky Vaults!). We tried their cocktail , The Adventurer, which was delicious!! The bar staff were super friendly. We were expecting a quiet drink at night but instead were treated to a brilliant evening of entertainment courtesy of a Welsh male voice choir who happened to stop by for a drink. What a fabulous night!
We can’t fault this hotel/bar at all and can’t rate our stay highly enough. Just a fabulous place to stay when visiting the Highlands. Highly recommended!! Thank you for making us feel so welcome.
Susan and Carolyn

Cons:

Nothing to complain about here!

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Frances • extended_group • gb
9
Great place to stay, close to town centre great value for money.
Pros:

Closeness to town

Cons:

When we first arrived there was a strong smell of either wet dog or wet mop.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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John Lamberton • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location fine. I didn't have btreakfast

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Charlotteemma • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Comfortable
Clean
Location was great
Easy parking
Friendly staff

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
10
Comfortable and exactly what we needed!
Pros:

Friendly welcome, meticulously clean, lovely linen and huge luxurious towels! Tea and coffee making with lots of choice and complementary breakfast bag.

Cons:

Parking not available but this was made clear when I booked the property.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee