Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Dated rooms
Limited parking
Some wear and tear

Categories

Cleanliness
6.93
Rooms were clean but commented on some wear & tear.
Service
8.4
Staff were frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.44
Location is excellent, very central, and convenient.
Room Quality
6.89
Room quality varies; some rooms are spacious while others are dated.
Amenities
6.42
Amenities are basic, with noted lack of parking and some dated features.
Value for Money
6.88
Value is decent but noted as overpriced by some guests.
Food and Beverage
7.93
Breakfast was plentiful and well-liked.
Overall Experience
7.3
Overall the stay was enjoyable, with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:58

Property Description

Charming Heritage Hotel
The Royal Hotel, a historic gem built in 1895, is conveniently located just 500 metres from Oban Railway Station and Ferry Terminal. The en-suite rooms feature traditional decor, some with captivating sea views. The restaurant offers a picturesque setting with town views, while the bar and lounge provide a cozy atmosphere with coal fires and evening entertainment.
Convenient Location
Situated near the port, guests have easy access to explore the stunning Islands of Mull and Iona, as well as beaches within a short drive. Additionally, popular attractions like the Oban Distillery and War and Peace Museum are a mere 10 minutes away on foot.
Welcoming Atmosphere
Enjoy complimentary WiFi, limited parking, and a full Scottish breakfast during your stay at The Royal Hotel. Immerse yourself in classic Scottish tunes and hospitality at this charming retreat.
Book now for an unforgettable experience at The Royal Hotel Oban.

Important information:

Please note there are limited car parking spaces. These slots can not be reserved and are available on a first-come first-served basis.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 are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 2142 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.93
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.44
Room Quality: 6.89
Amenities: 6.42
Value for Money: 6.88
Food and Beverage: 7.93
Overall Experience: 7.3
M
Margaret • couple • gb
10
Enjoyed Oban very much.
Pros:

Very central location 2mins from bus train and ferry. The hotel is an old scottish house with creaky floors and brown wood. The bedroom was well appointed with a comfy bed and sea view on the 4th floor the bathroom was gleaming white with new facilities
The standard of cleanliness was exceptional. Self service breakfast with good choice in a large breakfast room. Enjoyed Oban very much.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
C
Caroline • couple • gb
5
Comfortable bed and good breakfast.
Pros:

Breakfast good.

Cons:

Old cheap scabby furniture
Dirty stained worn carpets and flooring.
Badly positioned bathroom fittings.
Extractor fan not working.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
P
Petcharat • couple • th
5
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
R
Russell • couple • gb
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
B
Birgit • couple • de
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
J
Joanna • family_with_children • gb
3
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
S
Sabina • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very clean!

Cons:

A little dated.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • solo_traveller • us
9
Worth it for convenience…
Pros:

Proximity to ferry & train. Great views of the downtown. Access to excellent walking & dining. Staff is exceptional.

Cons:

It is dared & worn but charming in its way. Expensive tho…

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
D
David • extended_group • gb
6
Ok
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

Very tired

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
A
Abdrahman • solo_traveller • kw
5
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
K
Keel • solo_traveller • gb
3
The Royal is in need of some major TLC.
Pros:

The location was good. The bed was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

The Hotel is in need of upgrading. e.g Worn out carpets on stairs, chipped paint and wallpaper and that was the reception area! Not a good start. The bath enamel was chipped, the toilet pan moved while on it. The wooden shelf was soft and rotten. The whole room was in need of fresh decor. The window sash was broken . The window view was a flat roof and a wall opposite. No complaints about that but the roof could be cleaned up.
Our stay was only one night but I won't stay there again.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The food, both dinner in the bar and breakfast were excellent

Cons:

The decor was a bit tired and in need of a refresh.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
C
Charlotte • couple • nl
6
Prima verblijf, oud maar schoon.
Pros:

Zeer ruime kamer met uitzicht op de baai van Oban.

Cons:

Binnen is het hotel zeer gedateerd en duidelijk aan een renovatie toe.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
L
Leslie • couple • gb
7
Not a luxurious stay by any stretch of the imagination but staff were helpful and courteous.
Pros:

Perfect location. Good sized room with excellent view. On the whole, a more than adequate stay.

Cons:

Bathroom small and shower not working.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Alison Jane • extended_group • gb
7
Convenient, great staff.
Pros:

The staff were wonderful, so friendly and helpful. The hotel is very well placed, convenient fir train and ferry, restaurants etc.

Cons:

All very dated. Room small and poor lighting.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
G
Grace • solo_traveller • gb
6
Cons:

Wifi didnt connect in room.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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noemi • extended_group • es
5
Funcional por ubicacion, instalaciones mejorables ; le iria bien una y actualizacion.
Pros:

La ubicacion

Cons:

Edificio antiguo, que le falta alguna actualizacion importante.
Las habitaciones correctas y limpias.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
B
bigman14 • Solo travel • Edinburgh, Scotland
4
A West Highland Hotel badly in need of a total refurbishment - very tired
Pros:

Booked this hotel for a solo four day break . The hotel is badly in need of a total refurbishment . The communal areas are very tired , worn carpets , torn wallpaper , chipped paintwork. My room was ok , clean and the bathroom had been upgraded at some point . Only one bedside lamp in a double room. The view from my window to the back of the hotel was not good , rotten windows , drainpipes and gutters rusty, leaking with weeds everywhere. Breakfast was barely eatable , the food in the hotplates was luke warm and not very palatable . The main dining room equally shoddy and run down. The bar was a depressing place , a relic of the 1980s with a stale smell
I would avoid this place at all costs . The only good thing I can say is the staff were all very friendly and were trying hard to please.

2026-08-28 • via Tripadvisor
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Pamela • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good value for solo travellers
Pros:

Friendly helpful reception, good breakfast, comfortable bed

Cons:

It is an old hotel so decor and furnishings dated.Good for a one or two night stay if you are transferring somewhere or just need a base

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • family_with_children • us
7
This hotel is in a great location with a lovely staff!
Pros:

The breakfast choices and coffee were great!

Cons:

The hotel was a bit old but I loved staying there!

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee