The Great Western Hotel

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Bespoke Hotels
7 (5349 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Critiques on room issues such as noise, outdated decor, and lack of hot water suggest poor room quality.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 5349 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 7
A
Achim • couple • de
1
Schrecklich.
Pros:

Es war das dreckigste Hotel das ich je hatte. Das einzige was ordentlich funktionierte war die Absenkung des Klodeckels.

Cons:

Es war dreckig Tapeten fiel von den Wänden. Staub Gewebe gingen von den Decken. Die Fenster wurden vor Jahren das letzte Mal gereinigt.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
C
Clark • solo_traveller • gb
4
Avoid !!
Pros:

The staff were very nice. The views were fantastic.
Breakfast was decent.

Cons:

Hotel was very poor. It was Extremely cold and the heating was obviously on a thermostat so never came on.
Menu was terrible and food not very nice. The coffee was bad.
Extremely over priced.
And why do hotels in the uk never have any water in the rooms, lucky if it costs more than 10p a bottle to trade accounts.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Ingo • extended_group • de
2
Pros:

Gute Lage zu Centrum

Cons:

Das Hotel ist alt und abgewohnt
Aufpreis für Parkplätze

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
C
Colin • couple • gb
3
One night only for early ferry check in
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything poor decor hotel requires a complete renovation

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
J
Jackson • couple • gb
1
Horrible
Cons:

The place was dirty and rundown. Inadequate parking

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
A
Annie • couple • se
5
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • gb
9
A great location and great views.
Pros:

We had a large room overlooking the bay, which was great.
We wished we'd realised you could take your breakfast into the bar overlooking the bay, which had tables set, but as we didn't know this we just ended up eating in the restaurant and missed out on the view :-S

Cons:

The parking is a bit odd, in that you can't book spaces, but have to turn up and then ask for a space to be allocated at reception. We had two motorbikes and a car and some of the spaces are quite small, but we managed in the end.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
F
Fiona • extended_group • ie
3
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
A
Annette • solo_traveller • dk
4
Pros:

Beliggenheden😉

Cons:

Hotellet var meget slidt🫣 og ikke specielt rent

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • solo_traveller • gb
5
Disapointed
Pros:

The location was great

Cons:

Room needs alot of tlc and the standard of bodged repairs in bathroom pretty poor the local bnbs have higher standards and are cheaper

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
T
Trodden • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The view and location

Cons:

A few wee hiccups with the room that took some of my time away but staff were very good at sorting things out and friendly.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
T
Tonya • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
T
timo • solo_traveller • nl
5
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • gb
4
Damp , dark and dismal
Pros:

Location is excellent and the view from our room was great.
Breakfast was very good with lots of choices and always hot. Staff were very helpful
Big shout out to the cleaning team who certainly have their work cut out keeping on top of this place

Cons:

The hotel is undergoing renovations. I understand that but:
The room was tired , worn , very well used and damp . I have never stayed in such a room like this before it should never have been rented out .

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
I
Ian • solo_traveller • gb
6
Good value
Pros:

It was old fashioned but very clean

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
2
Disappointing, condition of room and hotel was disgraceful.
Pros:

Bed was clean.
Water hot.

Cons:

This property is beyond shabby and in need of refurbishment.
My room was cramped and in disrepair.
I do not consider I paid a "budget" price for a 3 night stay.
I would urge anyone looking to stay to save their money and look elsewhere.
This hotel is a disgrace.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
K
Kei Wai Migo • couple • gb
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
1
Not satisfied - poor value
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Poor quality - water cold
Decor shabby

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
A
Alex • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
G
Glenda • couple • au
6
Comfortable enough
Pros:

The location great walking distance from everything Bar with view was nice

Cons:

The hotel is old and could do with updating but I did know that and booked on price and location

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee