The Great Western Hotel

Hotels
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Bespoke Hotels
7 (5731 reviews)
Corran Esplanade , Oban , GB

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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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Critiques on room issues such as noise, outdated decor, and lack of hot water suggest poor room quality.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 5731 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 7
O
Orzechowska • family_with_children • gb
3
Niezadowolona
Cons:

Pokój był straszny brudna pełno plam wykładzina oświetlenie pokoju było kiepskie jedna mała żarówka Pokój został wymieniony na inny trochę lepszy ale też nie był za czysty ściany brudne łazienka nie domyta w kątach był brudno a w pokoju była pajeczyna włącznik światła pęknięty

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
B
Brian • couple • gb
7
Great location budget price excellent breakfast
Pros:

BedRoom and bathroom were large, bed clean and comfy breakfast was very good

Cons:

The room was tired and the floor was very very creaky

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
J
Jannie • couple • dk
8
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
J
Jennifer • couple • nz
4
Pros:

Ok

Cons:

The lift was not working and as our room was on the 3rd floor carrying our bags up was difficult as we are an older couple. I would have expected some assistance with our luggage.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Colm • family_with_children • ie
1
Worst hotel experience I've ever had - completely misrepresented by the photographs
Pros:

Nothing about the accommodation itself.

Cons:

Without question, the worst hotel I have ever stayed in. We booked two rooms, and the condition of the hotel was appalling. The photographs on Booking.com bear little resemblance to the reality of the accommodation.

There was mould on the ceilings, flaking paintwork, dirty and poorly maintained hallways, creaking floors, wires protruding from a mattress, visible wiring outside the window and even a bathroom window being held open with a shower mat. One of our rooms had no towels on arrival. The entire property was extremely dated and in a very poor state of repair.

After a lengthy discussion with staff, during which we were initially told no alternative rooms were available, we were eventually offered another room. This was also unsuitable and bore little resemblance to the rooms advertised online.

I find it astonishing that this property is advertised as a three-star hotel. In my opinion, its condition is closer to dereliction than anything resembling an acceptable hotel standard.

We subsequently raised a formal complaint with Booking.com, supported by photographic evidence, but the hotel refused to offer any refund or compensation, relying on its non-refundable booking policy.

**My biggest criticism is not simply the poor condition of the hotel, but how misleading the advertised photographs are compared with the actual accommodation.** Had we known the true condition of the property, we would never have booked.

I would strongly advise anyone considering staying here to look very carefully at recent guest photographs and reviews before booking.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
K
Kyle • couple • gb
9
I really enjoyed my stay at the great western hotel and would recommend it’s well priced and a great location.
Pros:

Everything was amazing with this hotel, staff were lovely and they accommodated my dog.

Cons:

The lift was not working.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
D
Dobosz • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Excellent hotel location, close to everything, with a beautiful view from the window
Breakfast was very good

Cons:

Unfortunately, the room was dirty. The bathroom bin had not been emptied after the previous guests and was overflowing with used sanitary pads. There was mould in the bathroom, and the shower tiles had not been cleaned properly.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
R
Roderick • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
D
Dowens • extended_group • gb
4
must have been beautiful in its hey day, but now badly deteriorated, could do with a deep clean
Pros:

the view, the location, breakfast

Cons:

brown moukdy walls, state of disrepair, no elevator, not disclosed at point of booking, door noise every time someone passed, holes in the floor concealed by carpet, £10 charge for parking, check in process, small bathroom, no bath offered, bar closed early in the evening

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

On Arrival the lad on reception was very polite and the room I got had great views of the harbour.

Cons:

Only problem lift was out of order but I did receive a email the day before explaining the lift situation.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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GIORDANA • couple • it
1
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • couple • ch
7
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
1
Mouldy and dated. Not worth paying the upgrade for a sea view
Pros:

Location for the town and view from the hotel room (which I paid extra for)

Cons:

Where to start. Reception poor and although not her fault I’m not paying £10 for the privilege to park onsite. It used to be first come first served. So don’t take my card details and then assume I’m paying for the parking. Lift broken (and by the looks of the signage it had been a while) stair corridors were awful, loudly walks, cracked walls and really in need of a good paint.
Room ok apart from the heat. Room 207. Watch your head in the toilet. Low ceilings to bump your head on. Plugs right behind the bed which had to be pulled out so could actually turn the bed side lamp on and room a sauna all night. Windows opened about 3 inches. Poor all round tbh

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
A
Anne Marie • solo_traveller • gb
6
Lovely meal at night
Pros:

On seafront near shops etc.

Cons:

No hairdryer in room asked at reception they had none. Wall next to bed grimy asked for a change of room they couldn’t accommodate me said they would inform housekeeping. Room was dreary. Bathroom was newly done and lovely.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
1
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Smith • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Location is good

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
M
Marta • couple • gb
1
Unsafe place to stay.
Pros:

Location only.

Cons:

cracking selling in the bedroom, wall paper going off everywhere around the hotel and in the room. Bathroom in very poor condition. Overal hotel is in poor unecaptable condition.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
C
christopher • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location and room warm and mostly clean.

Cons:

It’s doing its best but it’s very tired . Breakfast adequate.
Had to prop bedroom window open with wooden blocks supplied. Very warm and £10 for parking excessive.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Steve8000 • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Wilma • couple • gb
7
Very enjoyable and our room couldn’t be faulted
Pros:

We have used this hotel for a few years and we love the location

Cons:

I think they should have bar snacks available during the day for customers that don’t want big dinners at set times

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee