Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
Guests reported issues with mould and staining in the room.
Service
9.77
Service was noted as rough with some staff being lovely, but overall felt busy.
Location
10
Perfect location with views, not located in a busy area.
Room Quality
8.76
Some guests found rooms dated with issues like poor soundproofing.
Amenities
9.79
Amenities were provided as expected for a hotel stay.
Value for Money
8.25
Guests felt the stay was overpriced for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
7.31
Food quality was disappointing and not worth the price.
Overall Experience
9.8
Overall a mixed experience with high expectations not met.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 02:19

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views and Luxurious Amenities

Located on Oban's Esplanade, the hotel offers breathtaking sea views of Mull, Kerrera, and the Firth of Lorne. The sun lounge provides a perfect spot to enjoy these vistas, while all rooms are equipped with modern conveniences including free WiFi.

Award-Winning Dining Experience

Indulge in a culinary journey at The Grill Room, the hotel's award-winning restaurant. With an à la carte menu showcasing fresh local seafood and organic produce, guests can savor exquisite meals throughout the day. The bar also offers a variety of delicious options.

Relaxation and Leisure Options

Unwind in the indoor steam room or sauna, or opt for exclusive pampering in the outdoor hot tub, Swedish sauna, steam room, and relaxation area on the Sea Deck. Guests can also enjoy discounted rates at the nearby Glencruitten Golf Club or embark on a whale-watching adventure.

Important information:

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of 25 GBP per day.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome but must be on a lead at all times and are prohibited from dining areas.

Please note all spa treatments should be booked directly with the hotel prior to arrival.

Parking is extremely limited at Oban Bay Hotel. Alternative free car parking is available a 2-minute walk from the hotel.

Please note that for group reservations to 5 rooms or more rather than 15 guests, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The property will contact you directly with this information.

Please note that lunch and dinner can be purchased separately and are not included in the rate.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 25 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2369 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 9.77
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.76
Amenities: 9.79
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 7.31
Overall Experience: 9.8
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James couple gb
7
Great location, dinner and polite staff.
Cons:

The duvet wasn't very warm and needed to be replaced.

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
T
Thomas couple gb
8
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
S
Sam solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
U
Urmila extended_group gb
7
Helpful staff and comfortable stay, parking not that easy
Pros:

Lovely outlook over the harbour. Room was clean well-equipped. I liked the tea bags and tunnocks confectionary. Breakfast was nice. Helpful and accommodating staff. Stronger coffee requested on the second morning was nice.

Cons:

Room door was difficult to open doors with hands full of luggage as there was a top latch and a key to work at the same time.Bed was a little soft for my liking. Coffee was weak on the first morning; much better on the second when I asked for a stronger one. Parking not that easy as none available on-site for us.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
C
Cristiana solo_traveller it
8
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
G
Georgie solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The best dog hotel EVER! Our x2 Labradors were treated like queens. It was so lovely to go somewhere and every single member of staff were so welcoming. We were catered for by having our breakfast and dinner in the conservatory looking over the bay with our dogs. The even served them breakfast first with some freshly cooked and cut up sausage! Absolutely stunning hotel. Will forever hold a special place in our hearts as we got engaged here, on our trip!! Truely magical 🥰🥰 we most certainly will be back on the future hopefully

Cons:

A little on the spenny side but worth it for a special trip!

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
A
Annie couple gb
9
Pros:

The hotel is in a great location. Having breakfast in the conservatory overlooking the bay is lovely. The breakfast itself is excellent, both the cooked version and the continental. The staff are friendly and helpful.

Cons:

There is very limited parking but the public car park is only a short walk away.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
G
Grace couple gb
4
Better places on Oban to stay
Pros:

The view was the only thing going for it

Cons:

Third time staying here and very disappointed. The hotel is in dire need of redecoration, everything looks tired. Carpets are badly stained, grout in shower is needing replacing, paint doesn’t look as though it’s been touched up in years. The staff for the most were pleasant, although I was overcharged and then made to feel as though it was my fault, not even an apology

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
A
Angela couple gb
10
Unbeatable location with exceptional staff, food & drinks first class
Pros:

Beautifuly presented hotel, unbeatable location
Bar, dining all great- food menu first class
Staff exceptional- uniform smart
Decor exceptional, very comfortable & stylish
Even though the weather was appalling during our stay, we loved staying here
Dougie the night porter, the bar staff, reception & waiting staff all obviously loved their jobs & took a pride in the wearing of the smart Scottish tweed uniforms, they were all delightful
I would love to return

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
F
Franciscus Adrianus couple nl
8
Geweldige locatie
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Niets

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
M
Morag extended_group gb
9
Our stay at the hotel was very good
Pros:

Room was very nice
Breakfast service was slow but good
Location was perfect

Cons:

Not much parking

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Chambers solo_traveller gb
8
Great hotel, rubbish parking
Pros:

The hotel was lovely, the staff were brilliant, the breakfast was great. The room was spotless.

Cons:

The parking is really bad. Couldn't park on site, they say they offer valet parking FOR £25 🫤 as it was raining i thought i would have that but they couldn't offer that and we're very vague about where they were going to park it all they would say was it had cctv. So I had to park in a public car park in town about a 5 minute walk away. Really not happy about that.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
L
Louise solo_traveller gb
10
Nice short stay for work, now my go to when in area
Pros:

Although the room was a single room it was still a lovely space and i have such a good night sleep which i really needed.
Has everything i needed for a one night stay.

Cons:

Toilet in room 159 was a bit tricky to flush and then if you didnt do it right it would constantly run.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
J
Julia couple gb
9
Pros:

Beautiful locatin and staff were really friendly.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
S
Stewart couple gb
6
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
A
Anne couple gb
8
Lovely little hotel with beautiful views.
Pros:

Breakfast was table service. Restaurant and bar staff excellent. Views beautiful. Close to Corran Hall and a short walk into town.

Cons:

Could have been warmer.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
A
Annick solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Le style de l'hôtel et de la chambre
Propre et confortable
Personnel très gentil

Cons:

Rien

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
C
CaraLeigh99 couple gb
10
2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Jim couple ie
5
Staff were lovely, breakfast was great, evening menu has very little choice and definitely overpriced for the quality
Pros:

Location

Cons:

4 parking spaces two for disabled and two for electric vehicles

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
D
david solo_traveller gb
8
2026-03-24 via Nuitee