The Great Western Hotel

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Bespoke Hotels
7 (4982 reviews)
Corran Esplanade , Oban , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Some friendly staff
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Inadequate service
No hot water
Dated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Several reviews mention dirtiness and issues like cobwebs and stains, indicating poor cleanliness.
Service
8
Mixed reviews on service; some staff were accommodating, but complaints about the manager's attitude were prominent.
Location
10
Multiple mentions of a good location, particularly in regards to exploring Oban.
Room Quality
6
Critiques on room issues such as noise, outdated decor, and lack of hot water suggest poor room quality.
Amenities
6
Reviews highlight insufficient amenities such as no hot water and a malfunctioning lift.
Value for Money
7
Guests feel the hotel does not deliver value given the poor conditions and higher charges for parking.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast received mixed feedback with specific complaints about food temperature and quality.
Overall Experience
7
Guests largely found their experiences disappointing, with many issues rising during their stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:26

Property Description

Magnificent Views and Convenient Location
The Great Western Hotel in Oban offers stunning bay views and a central esplanade location, making it the perfect choice for your stay.

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
Each guest room is equipped with essential amenities like a TV, desk, and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Entertainment and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy entertainment, breathtaking views of the bay, and easy access to local shops, the rail station, and golf courses, promising a memorable experience during your visit.

To experience the beauty of Oban and enjoy a comfortable stay with great amenities, book your room at The Great Western Hotel now.

Important information:

Please note that all children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult in their rooms at all times.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different terms and conditions will apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 6 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 4982 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 7
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Sandra • couple • gb
3
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Darrell • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Breakfast was very good

Cons:

The room was awful.
A converted cupboard with jaded facilities and furniture that would not be acceptable in a charity shop. Duvet was torn.
Shower head was broken. Light in bathroom not working and general neglect.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
M
Maggie • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Just love oban room was defo worth the money

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
J
John • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
K
Kenneth • couple • gb
8
Great location to explore Oban on foot
Pros:

Great seafront location close to everything.Walking distance.Good sized room and bathroom(both clean),large restaurant with good choices

Cons:

Property a little bit tired.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Antony • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Ideal for one night if on the way to the Hebrides.

Cons:

£10 charge for parking in hotel car park and £20 for taking a dog per night. Hotel is a bit tatty.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
G
Graham • couple • gb
2
Wrong choice of hotel
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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ANN • couple • au
9
Beautiful building, preserving its heritage with pride.
Pros:

I found that the place was wonderful, it was showing its age, but thats what is expected. Too many places are sterile now after being done up, this place shows its age, but thats great. The breakfast buffet was good, and the staff very attentive. I would love to go there again any time.

Cons:

Wierd green light

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
K
Kurt • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
4
You get what you pay for
Pros:

Friendly staff and good location

Cons:

Noisy, squeaky floors, rotten windows

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
L
Lesley • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Amazing view from the room

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
D
David • family_with_children • gb
1
Avoid at all costs
Pros:

The road on the way out

Cons:

It shouldn’t even be a running hotel, the smell when your first walked into the hotel was awful, the receptionist was lovely, entered the lift which shook like nothing on earth! The smell then changed for the worst as soon as we hit the first floor, the doors to the rooms looked like people had tried to escape. We entered our room and omg it was horrendous there were cob webs everywhere, it was dark dingy wet & cold feeling. The carpet was worn out with stains all over it, the bathroom was something like the 1970s yellow bath and toilet. Never again even if I got paid to stay there! The pictures on booking.com certainly are not the hotels pictures.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
K
Karol • couple • gb
8
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Chr155 • couple • gb
8
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
M
martin • couple • gb
4
Pros:

Hotel was spotless but dated, seems to be work going on in one side of hotel

Cons:

Disappointed to have to pay for parking £10 per night

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
A
AMRUTHA • couple • gb
1
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Everything else

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
8
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Enjoy my stay was last minute booking and would deffo book again.

Cons:

N/a

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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michael • couple • gb
9
Great stay.
Pros:

Hotel good, price good, our room was huge and comfortable and recently refurbed, lovely view from room, had a lovely time. very close to everything.

Cons:

Bar service. had to wait or go and find someone to serve you.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • couple • gb
6
Pros:

The location was good

Cons:

It looked tired. It was probably excellent in its day but like everyone its ageing

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee