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4.0 out of 5

"Excellent Scottish hotel grandly located in the centre of Oban. Quick check in, comfortable room and a great Scottish feel. Lovely breakfast and very ... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 29 Dec 2021

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Classic Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
£66* Per night/room 2 Apr - 3 Apr

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Junior Double Room Single Use

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

The Royal Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from RSPB Visitor Centre. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.

  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • Steps from RSPB Visitor Centre and McCaig's Tower

The Royal Hotel ratings based on 9 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Royal Hotel

Everyone (6) Couples (2) Friends (1)
5 out of 5
Excellent Scottish hotel grandly located in the centre of Oban. Quick check in, comfortable room and a great Scottish feel. Lovely breakfast and very friendly staff

Posted by , from London on 29 Dec 2021

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5 out of 5
The hotel is in the centre of town. It is a grand old hotel and yes some would say needs an upgrade but I like its charm. It was build as a seaside town hotel. Checking in did involve 20 minute queue as one person at reception who was checking in, answering queries and the telephone. But all in all a reasonable hotel.

Posted by on 1 Jul 2021

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5 out of 5
Fab location staff lovely brrakfast was fab will stay again

Posted by on 23 Jan 2019

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4 out of 5

Very central and a warm welcome

Had a great value stay. Room was a wee bit tired, but there was improvements work going on. Had a good long lie due to the comfy bed.

Posted by , from Lancashire on 30 Jan 2017

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5 out of 5

Good

It's a traditional old hotel, not luxurious but does what it does

Posted by , from london on 29 Aug 2016

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4 out of 5

Dated

Very conveniently situated, food good, staff helpful. General decor in public places is worn and dated. Room was clean and spacious. I would have liked a comfy chair.

Posted by on 23 Aug 2015

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3 out of 5

Convenient location

Good welcome but asked to pay for our accommodation which had been done already on booking. This should have been known by the reception staff. Staff very helpful in letting us breakfast early as we had a train to catch.

Posted by on 26 May 2014

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2 out of 5

Preis-Leistung stimmt nicht

Pros: Frühstücksbuffet und die Lage
Location: Es befindet sich im Stadtzentrum und man kann von da aus gemütlich durch das Städtchen schlendern und zum Beispiel Ausflüge mit dem Boot machen.
Unfreundliches Personal, uraltes Zimmer mit Fenstern, die sich kaum öffnen liessen. Im Bad fand man in den Fliesen und Fensterrahmen überall schwarzen Schimmel. Das Zimmer ist allgemein sehr dunkel/düster und riecht etwas modrig. Die Vorhänge waren zerschlissen. Das Bad war nebst dem Schimmel ziemlich sauber. Das Frühstücksbuffet reichhaltig und gut.

Posted by , from Basel on 10 Oct 2016

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3 out of 5

Etwas altmodisches aber gemütliches Hotel im Stadtzentrum

Nettes Personal, Frühstück auf Bestellung (war etwas trocken aber sonst gut - hatten English Breakfast), kein Fön und WLAN im Zimmer.

Posted by on 28 Dec 2013

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Property Features

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified The Royal Hotel also features tour or ticket assistance, concierge services, and 24-hour room service. This Oban hotel is smoke free.

  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1895
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Oban Station (0.1 km / 0.1 mi)

Room Amenities

The Royal Hotel offers 91 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Television
  • Coffee maker
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

The Royal Hotel has a restaurant on site.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 2 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 4
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines We're Good To Go (UK)
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Debit cards

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and from GBP 8.95 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Royal Hotel Oban
  • Royal Oban
  • The Royal Hotel Oban
  • The Royal Hotel Hotel
  • The Royal Hotel Hotel Oban

You should know

  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

  • Green Tourism Programme

National Rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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