The Ranald Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (2054 reviews)
41 Stevenson Street , Oban , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Luggage storage
Fishing
Express check-in/check-out
Cycling
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable bed
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noisy floorboards
Limited parking information

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Generally clean, but some guests noted specific cleanliness issues.
Service
8.9
Staff received high praise for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.9
Consistently highlighted as excellent and central.
Room Quality
7.9
Mostly comfortable rooms, although some mentioned issues like hard beds.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities are decent but lacking in certain areas like parking clarity.
Value for Money
8.4
Value for money emphasized positively in multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Breakfast positively received by most guests.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall experience was positive with a few noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:28

Property Description

Central Location in Oban Town Centre

Located just a short walk from the beach, The Ranald Hotel offers a prime spot in the heart of Oban town centre. Guests can easily explore the town's attractions such as McCaig's Tower and the Oban War & Peace Museum.

Modern Amenities and Comfort

Each room at The Ranald Hotel is equipped with free Wi-Fi, a 43-inch Smart TV, and an en-suite shower room. Enjoy a cozy stay with tea and coffee making facilities provided in every room.

Delicious Breakfast Options and Nearby Activities

Start your day with a delicious breakfast featuring Scottish pancakes and other favorites. For outdoor enthusiasts, the hotel offers easy access to wildlife cruises, diving, fishing, and kayaking activities nearby.

Experience the best of Oban at The Ranald Hotel - book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag (bachelor/ette) parties.

There is no elevator in The Ranald Hotel, however staff will always be on hand to assist with luggage.

The full price of the reservation will be charged on the day of booking.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2054 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Danielle • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The room was lovely, it's still fairly warm for the time of year in Scotland and a Shark fan was provided for the room which I thought was a nice touch.
Breakfast was great and centrally located in Oban meaning everything needed of an evening was just a few minutes walk away.
Would definitely stay again.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Brittany • extended_group • gb
6
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • extended_group • gb
8
Good value for money
Pros:

Breakfast was good and room was perfectly fine. Nice location.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Moira • extended_group • gb
8
Lovely staff in a warm friendly environment
Pros:

Lovely room, great shower - had everything we needed. Good choice for breakfast and all fresh. Great staff very welcoming

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Gina • couple • gb
10
Would definitely stay here again! Lovely hotel
Pros:

Everything was top notch. Loved it and the breakfast was brilliant!

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Camilla • couple • se
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
The staff were really nice very welcoming
Pros:

Very clean

Cons:

A tiny bit overpriced

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Liz • couple • gb
9
Great place to stay before getting on a ferry
Pros:

Had everything expected for an overnight stay. Good location and friendly staff

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • couple • us
6
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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VALENTIN • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Room was clean and comfy. Room could do with air cooling with an air conditioner and not just a fan. Room was hot!

Cons:

Breakfast was very minimal. The bathroom did not have a working air extractor

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
F
FRANCISCO • family_with_children • es
9
relagación
Pros:

el desayuno estaba buenisimo la habaitación gigantesca con limpieza impecable un hotel recomendable ademas las recepcionistas bastante majas

Cons:

que para subir habian escleras pero aun así muy bien

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Whitworth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Clean and compact
Pros:

Clean and with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Close to the centre of Oban. Very good breakfast and friendly staff.

Cons:

It wasn't a problem for us but some people may find the absence of a lift a nuisance. . The parking situation needs to be clearer as we kept having to move our car to meet parking regulations.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, clean room, lovely breakfast.

Cons:

Someone tried to open my room door. Fortunately it was locked. There is open access from the street to the rooms. Also if you have heavy bags please note there is no lift

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Loki • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • solo_traveller • gb
9
Comfortable
Pros:

Central location
Clean
Attentive staff . Very helpful and friendly.

Cons:

Mattress on Sofa bed was nit thick enough for an adult but staff gave us a few extra duvets and it was adequate.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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jeffrey • solo_traveller • ca
4
Could be better.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No elevator or anyone to help with luggage. Bathroom door too heavy and noisy. Room was hot and fan failed halfway through nite . Couldnt get breakfast past 9:M. Very small shower. Reception was not very knowledge

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Gwenaele • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

L accueil de la réceptionniste qui nous a proposé une chambre au rez-de-chaussée très calme, car nous étions prévus au troisième étage sans ascenseur.
Petit déjeuner parfaitement servi par une jeune femme très aimable.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • family_with_children • gb
10
Best sleep in a long time! And a fab brekkie to start the day!
Pros:

Immaculate, quiet, well laid out, fab lighting. What’s not to like 😀

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The breakfast was the best all holiday. The location for ease of the town and ferries could not be any easier. Staff always friendly.

Cons:

Being on the 3rd floor without a lift and heavy bags would be my only negative. But this is not a deal breaker.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • gb
7
Perfect for one night stay between ferry and long drive home
Pros:

Good location. Convenient parking nearby for our weekend stay. Very friendly staff. Comfortable rooms. Nice breakfast.

Cons:

Very creaky floorboards in the room.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee