Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Cold eating area
Old mattresses
Old decor

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
The hotel was clean, beautiful inside and out.
Service
8.65
The staff couldn't do enough to help you.
Location
8.85
Fabulous location! Couldn't get closer to the bay.
Room Quality
8.05
The beds were really comfy but a bit dated.
Amenities
8.35
Amenities were fab; the lift was a bit tricky.
Value for Money
8.05
Good value for money, with some overpriced food options.
Food and Beverage
7.55
Food was not great at the onsite restaurant.
Overall Experience
8.35
Overall a pleasant stay with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:51

Property Description

Historic Victorian Charm:
Step back in time and experience the elegance of a Victorian Hotel at the Columba, overlooking picturesque Oban and its stunning bay.

Dining and Entertainment:
Indulge in delicious meals at Bar Rio, a charming Italian bistro on the property, offering everything from coffee to cocktails. Catch the latest sports action on the big screen while enjoying your favorite drink.

Convenient Location:
Explore the nearby Oban Distillery, a historic site just a short walk away, or take a leisurely stroll to Oban Rail Station for easy transportation options.

Book your stay at the Columba Hotel now and immerse yourself in history and luxury!

Important information:

Please note that car parking is available on-site at a pay-and-display car park. Charge apply.

Guide dogs are the only pets allowed.

Children under 3 are free with two paying adults.

Please note this property is not suitable for disabled people.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 under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • 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.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 3597 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 7.55
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Sebastian solo_traveller de
10
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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NICOLAS extended_group fr
8
Pros:

Bien tout simplement

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple gb
10
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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B.G.J.M solo_traveller nl
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
7
Perfect for this particular visit.
Pros:

Excellent buffet breakfast. Clean room and well positioned in town centre.

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Andrea couple de
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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janice couple gb
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Hazel couple gb
9
Perfect location, lovely view overlooking the sea from room
Pros:

The location was perfect, the sea view room was lovely

Cons:

The room did not have a usb point that was clearly visible, we didn’t notice it until the day we were leaving, also one switch put all the wall lights on, it seemed a bit odd.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
7
Good location. Clean, f
Pros:

The view from the room and the location. Staff were helpful.

Cons:

The lift was difficult to use but not much they could do about that.
Breakfast ended too early so when we went around 9.20 the food had been mostly cleared away and the cooked food was cold.
The restaurant which was supposedly part of the hotel was awful. We arrived at the time we had booked but they had no record of the booking. Staff started clearing up around us while we were still eating , stacking chairs on tables etc and making us feel unwelcome ( we weren't the only people still eating)

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Fabian solo_traveller ch
9
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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dennis extended_group gb
6
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Adam couple gb
8
Ideal for a good value night in Oban
Pros:

Right in the heart of Oban which was ideal.
Good breakfast at a decent price

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Verne couple us
9
Pros:

Charming small vintage hotel. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very nice. Clean. Bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Shower door was difficult. It kept coming off its tracks. Small inconvenience for a delightful hotel.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Papasergio solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Établissements en plein centre.
Atypique.
Dépaysant nous avons été enchantés.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Iona couple gb
5
Passable hotel - not the greatest, not the worst!
Pros:

Central location, close to all pubs & restaurants.
Friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Really old building and if light sleeper then this isn’t for you. Can hear everything from the main road such as buses, road works etc. Single glazing windows don’t help that.
Very old and dated rooms therefore it gives the impression it isn’t clean due to the oldness. We got it at a cheap price so can’t complain as it did the job but wouldn’t pay anymore than £60 a night for it!

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Giorgia solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

Struttura storica sul North Pier, davvero suggestiva. La nostra stanza affacciava sul porto, una vista splendida. Posizione perfetta per passeggiare sul lungo mare, imbarcarsi per le tante gite in barca proposte nel paese. Stanza pulitissima e ampia. Colazione non al top...poca scelta e la sezione dolci tutta confezionata. In ogni caso un ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo. Dovessimo tornare a Oban sceglieremmo di nuovo il Columba Hotel

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Deanna family_with_children us
9
Pros:

the location was perfect ! Clean and inviting. Friendly staff!

Cons:

The elevator!! But that is just me not liking small enclosed spaces!!

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
Árpád couple hu
10
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
9
Made do with a room I never booked
Pros:

Hotel central & happy with overall stay… weather was great and nice room with a view… hotel looks a little shabby from outside but rooms lovely ☺️

Cons:

I didn’t get the room that was advertised so wasn’t happy but room I received was still nice but when I viewed the room before I booked is not what I received… complained about it but was told full booked & told it was booking.com fault???… I booked Columba hotel either that room because the room they advertised with a fantastic view out to sea… if I knew i wasn’t getting that room? I would have booked another hotel!!!

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Barbro couple se
7
Bra läge och trevlig personal
Pros:

Bra läge nära tågstationen

2026-05-03 via Nuitee