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 3409 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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LEONIDAS • couple • gr
10
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • family_with_children • gb
7
Hotel with lovely views
Pros:

The location of the hotel is great and having sea facing rooms. The reception when we arrived and hotel room and restaurant on site was good.

Cons:

The elevator did not work so unsuitable for one of my family even though they moved one of our rooms to first floor as there are no bedrooms on ground floor. We unfortunately had to leave hotel earlier than planned as not suitable for people with mobility issues when the old fashioned lift does not work.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • extended_group • fr
8
Exceptionnel emplacement au cour d'Oban.
Pros:

L'emplacement de l'hotel est exceptionnel. L'équipe charmant. L'hotel n'est pas tout jeune, et un peu dans son jus, mais très agréable, deux bémol - pas d'ascenseur, et surtout des matelas qui auraient besoin d'être changés.

Cons:

La literie

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
8
Very enjoyable stay!
Pros:

The hotel was centrally situated and has a great view over the town and piers. It is very comfortable and well maintained,the staff are very helpful and friendly.

Cons:

The lift was not working when we arrived but was fixed after two days. We were on the first floor so not a problem.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Josef • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Brilliant location of a marvelous hotel! Our room was comfortable, clean, and quiet. The hotel staff was unfailingly attentive and helpful.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Rona • couple • gb
10
A wonderful adventure
Pros:

Quaint and comfortable

Cons:

There was nothing we didn’t like

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Roger • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Our rooms were on the second and third floors the lift was not working and although all of us are over pensionable age nobody offered to help with carrying luggage.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Axel • family_with_children • de
7
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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janice • couple • gb
10
Had another great stay in Oban
Pros:

Hotel was lovely great location.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Lambert • couple • fr
6
Practical and old-fashioned
Pros:

Very good location on the port.
Welcoming staff.

Cons:

Lift out of use

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
10
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • couple • de
8
Great place for Oban
Pros:

We had a big sea view room with a nice table in the bay window. Very clean, shower and ventilation in the bathroom working. Restaurant and bar are good, too.

Cons:

Toilet flush had to be pushed strongly to work.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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SP xx • family_with_children • at
8
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Toniet73 • couple • es
9
Vistes excelents.
Pros:

Molt bones vistes. Edifici amb encant,potser un poc vell

Cons:

Res.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Aluette • couple • za
3
Avoid Hotel Columba in Oban Scotland
Pros:

The look of the hotel from outside. The very friendly and charming lady at reception.

Cons:

Lifts not working. Truly a big issue with my husband's sore knee for which he uses a walking stick. 3 flights of stairs. The mattresses are ancient and springs are broken.Need to be replaced. I had to pick up an earring which fell. Bases are never moved and vacuumed below. Just spiderwebs everywhere. Bar Rio on site: rude barman, high prices and rather walked to go and drink and eat elsewhere. ⅔

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
K
Kate • couple • us
9
Pros:

Location was good, rooms large. Showers were nice with plenty of hot water.

Cons:

Heat was finicky, but not a big deal. Limited breakfast options, and pricey for what they had.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Susi • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Love the character of this hotel and the friendly lady on reception who we recognised from last year. Great view from the bathroom window of snowy mountains on the Isle of Mull.

Cons:

the lift was out of action at the time of our stay.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Roux • couple • gb
7
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay there apart from the small niggles noted I would certainly come back
Pros:

The breakfasts were well cooked and the staff friendly and helpful. The reception staff were extremely helpful on arrival. The room was clean and tidied daily. The hotel was situated centrally with easy access to amenities.

Cons:

The hotel was only serviced by 1 lift which was out of order for the duration of the stay which made it very difficult for getting up to the room on the 2nd floor for my travelling companion.
The window in the room was stuck due to it being painted stuck and the ventilation in the room was not of the best.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Gfeller • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

If you are elderly or weak in your knees, request a downstairs room. There is an elevator that looks like it was not working for some time. The hotel was sold out and we could not be moved from 3rd floor. 74 large steps to do from lobby.
Gaurav was the hardest working manager I have ever seen. He was everywhere at all times. Thank you Gaurav.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Judith • family_with_children • gb
2
Would never return. Only good park was location.
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

The hotel room wasn’t clean. Dusty and curtains were filthy (black dirt or mould) Only one socket available to use. Shower barely worked. Mattress was so uncomfortable (sunken in middle) cracked tiles in bathroom. TV signal was awful.
Restaurant staff member was unhelpful when I asked them to accommodate my autistics son’s dietary needs. Receptionist also not helpful. Caused my son a lot of distress and he was unable to eat.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee