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Critiques on room issues such as noise, outdated decor, and lack of hot water suggest poor room quality.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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Littlejohn • couple • gb
10
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Good food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Terry • couple • gb
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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VAUGHAN • extended_group • fr
7
Great value for money
Pros:

I thought the staff were super helpful and friendly. The location was fantastic. Liked having tea and coffee making facilities in the room.

Cons:

The decor in the bedroom was quite dreary and the room itself quite basic. I think because the room was big it felt like it needed more in it.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Darrell • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Garry • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Garry • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Ronnie • solo_traveller • gb
7
Faded elegance in dire need of investment and proactive repairs and energy boost
Pros:

Great view, nice to get an upgrade to deluxe double, breakfast is good, staff friendly. Faded elegance...hotel in dire need of redecoration, roof was being repaired when I stayed.

Cons:

Shower base in single room I stayed in was filthy and walls of the bedroom had scuffed and stained wallpaper and stained floor. Charging £20 per night for a dog is way too much, especially given the rationale from receptions desk was that it would take the cleaners longer to clean the room...I spent 20 minutes trying to drain away the foul gunk and scum from the seal of the shower, my dog wouldn't be happy going in that shower.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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guvnor • couple • gb
8
Oban weekend break
Pros:

Nice location looking over oban bay
Superior room 's big and comfy
Overall hotel was okay

Cons:

Payed £10 for parking bay...but if you move your car someone else takes your space
A bit of a nightmare they have to sort that one out

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Sabiha • solo_traveller • gb
4
Lovely staff, dismal hotel :(
Pros:

For the price paid, the hotel was adequate.
The staff were very kind & hospitable.

Cons:

The room was pretty dismal. It looked clean, but behind the furniture, there was lots of dirt & grime, the radiator was on, but the room was cold and all through my stay, there was thumping, banging and noise, even in the early hours, so i hardly slept.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
1
Pros:

not far from town ferrys and bus train station

Cons:

photos show it nice when we got there front car park could been swept and power wash green moss on steeps oh there doing the roof so scaffolding is up van parked and materials in front of hotel it was dull and old fashion when got in told there be no hot water next day as repairs to be done went to room furniture is so cheap just wardrobe and vanity unit table 3 chairs electric lead so you could plug things in all other plugs blocked by wardrobe burn marks on carpet beds could been better bathroom was like a ice block no heating in there at all it looked like a 60s bathroom to get into shower you had to step up over a 12 inch high first night No hot water but so tied had wash in cold water next night No hot water again so went to complane manager was up stairs as other guests had no water he came down and said fitters were in hotel and he said he come let us know what's was happening but noone came but we did have hot water the windows look like never been cleaned in years glad when we left so think about it hotel needs to close and have full refurbishment to bring it up to good stranded

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • gb
1
bad
Pros:

not much - good location I guess

Cons:

the property is in a state of disrepair. unfortunately there were a number of concerns, mould, damp, fire alarm went off every single night. staff did their best

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
5
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David • couple • gb
1
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Wilson • couple • gb
7
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Gilfether • couple • gb
7
Worthwhile
Pros:

Staff upgraded room with stunning view, breakfast was very good and location excellent

Cons:

Hotel a bit tired and could benefit from decoration and works to improve

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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DanielleShields23 • Family • Edinburgh, Scotland
2
Would not stay again place needs shut down
Pros:

Absolutely terrible would not recommend horrendous from start to finish avoid, avoid avoid!!! Oban council would have a field day mould on the windows and walls, wallpaper peeling off, smashed windows, bed bugs, ripped curtains this place needs shut down!! Seen better looking prison cells no safely signs, an extra £10 for parking, lots of asbestos

2026-01-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gb
1
Noise 7
Cons:

The hotel is run down needs refurbished and alot of repairs and a good painting

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee