The Great Western Hotel

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Bespoke Hotels
7 (5289 reviews)
Corran Esplanade , Oban , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
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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Critiques on room issues such as noise, outdated decor, and lack of hot water suggest poor room quality.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 5289 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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Russell • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Anne • extended_group • gb
2
Would not recommend this hotel .
Pros:

Didn't have breakfast

Cons:

Letting us know before we arrived that lift wasnt working as ongoing renovations were ongoing. Room was freezing (first floor) and electrical fault no electricity in morning for coffee shower before departing to go cruise.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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shawn • couple • us
9
Great location, large room, great breakfast
Pros:

Great location, lovely old building, very large rooms and good bathroom.

Cons:

They are doing renovations that should be completed in a few months-elevator was out of commission during our visit. Very minimal parking, or anywhere in Scotland, so get there early to get a spot. Desk people couldn’t have been more helpful.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • couple • gb
8
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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marcus • solo_traveller • gb
3
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Robinson • solo_traveller • us
1
Don't stay here!
Pros:

We never completed our stay cause the room was gross.

Cons:

Drips down the walls, door handle almost fell off to the main door, mattress on the bed was calapsed from over use, mold in the tub and on the floor. The photos are not even close to what the hotel offers.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
5
533fraserm • Friends getaway
8
Visit May 2026
Pros:

Honest review . Stayed with friend for 3 nights in May 2026 in a twin room . The rooms are a little tired as is the hotel but it serves as a good base to get around Oban .
The hotel was quiet at night and sleep was fine .
The location is amazing , views over Oban bay .
If when considering booking you imagine a dated 4 star 1970s hotel in need of a make over but excellent location , then you kind of get what you pay for .
We paid £100 per night which I thought was acceptable for what we got .
Would I stay again ? Yes providing the rate was good

2026-05-14 • via Tripadvisor
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O7386LFjorgeb • Family
10
Great Western Hotel
Pros:

This was a great hotel and they gave us the best room in the house for hospitality. I recommend this hotel.

2026-05-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Gordon • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Hotel very dated & in need of attention,
Floor was very creaky through out the hotel
room had cracked window, cracks on walls

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Tania • solo_traveller • de
3
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
3
The hotel has a long way to go to be adequate.
Pros:

Breakfast was good and Zac in the bar and the member of staff running the breakfast were both very good

Cons:

A room described as a cosy double had only a four foot wide bed. No bedside tables and hence no bedside light. Couldn’t stand up in parts of the room because of sloping ceiling. Trying to do a major refurb (which is very necessary) is difficult with guests in. Lift was still out of order going by previous reviews.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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minimingo • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Gute Lage, nettes Personal, etwas in die Jahre gekommen,aber dennoch empfehlenswert

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • solo_traveller • gb
7
Perfect for the ferry
Pros:

A perfect stop over for the ferry.

Cons:

It is being upgraded so will go back at a later date.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
Cons:

The property is old and lacks maintenance.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • ca
3
It was fine but I would never stay here again or recommend it. Just too dirty.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It is very old and run down. Old is fine. But it needs a few clean. Doors and handles are black with grim. Carpets at least need to be vacuumed.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
4
Clean and convenient location but a tired old hotel.
Pros:

Location was good.

Cons:

This was an old building which has at least had a lick of paint but needs a bit more refurbishment.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Wynford • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Anais • solo_traveller • fr
5
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Petit déjeuner cher pour la prestation donnée.
Literie passage
Très vieille chambre donc la propreté est passage

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • gb
3
Would not stay here again unless massively upgraded
Pros:

the seafront location

Cons:

room was dreadful very badly decorated, things falling apart, floor not level. Lift broke down and had to go up and down 3 floors, both over 70.
Very poor value felt like a servants room at top of hotel at nearly £200 a night extremely poor value. Lots of items missing at breakfast lack of choice. Hardly any staff

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee