Kathmore Guest House

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse near Oban Ferry Terminal

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Interior detail
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Free daily full breakfast
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Soroba Road, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4JF
  • Popular LocationMcCaig's Tower12 min walk
  • Popular LocationOban Distillery13 min walk
  • Popular LocationOban Ferry Terminal16 min walk

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Room options

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.4/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Twin Room, Ensuite

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Oban

Kathmore Guest House places you within a leisurely stroll of RSPB Visitor Centre and McCaig's Tower. This 8-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • McCaig's Tower - 12 min walk
  • Oban Distillery - 13 min walk
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 16 min walk
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 2 min drive
  • Ganavan Sands - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 10 min walk
  • The nearest major airport is Glasgow International Airport (GLA): 141-min drive, 89.8 mi/144.5 km.

Restaurants

  • Cuan Mor - 14 min walk
  • Costa Coffee - 9 min walk
  • The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - 13 min walk
  • Markie Dans - 18 min walk
  • The View Oban - 11 min walk

About this property

Kathmore Guest House

Comfortable guesthouse near Oban Ferry Terminal
Guests staying at Kathmore Guest House enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Coffee makers, portable fans, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kathmore Guest House?

Kathmore Guest House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Kathmore Guest House?

This guesthouse is located in Oban, a short 16-minute walk from Oban Ferry Terminal and also 12 minutes on foot from McCaig's Tower. You'll also find Oban Distillery and Glencruitten Golf Club less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Kathmore Guest House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Kathmore Guest House feature a casino at the property?

No, Kathmore Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kathmore Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Kathmore Guest House good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like bathrobes as well as free breakfast and a terrace.

Does Kathmore Guest House have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Kathmore Guest House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Kathmore Guest House offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Kathmore Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kathmore Guest House though service animals are welcome.

Does Kathmore Guest House have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kathmore Guest House?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Kathmore Guest House.

Kathmore Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, clean and comfortable room and en-suite. Breakfast made available for our 5am departure to catch early ferry. Good off-road parking. All good!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Oya, Lansing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner was very friendly and helpful. She served us great breakfast every morning. The location is great, easy walk to the town. Given the price point, it is a nice place to stay. Our only concern was a bit musty smell downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend.
Fantastic place. Very clean and tidy. Stayed here a couple of times now and definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay with a perfect host
Kathmore is a fantastic place and I’d definitely stay again! Our host was very friendly and accommodating; couldn’t ask for a better host. The room was clean and comfy and to a high standard. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Amazing guest house and cannot fault anything. Free parking, excellent clean rooms with all facilities you can imagine, even dressing gowns and extra fleeces. 5 minutes to shops, very friendly and didn’t want to leave :)
Fantastic choice of tea/coffee too in the room xx
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and a very pleasant host. Breakfast was really good and plentiful. Will stay again when visiting Oban
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in Oban
We enjoyed a lovely evening in Oban. We were met on arrival and shown all the facilities. Our room was excellent with everything we needed. The location is great also just being in the town. Excellent all round.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Very friendly owner, very clean with modern shower and TV. Very good WiFi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First class accomodation
First class host .spotless clean throughout .very comfy bed and lovely en suite .everything we needed for a short break .great location .exellent pipping hot breakfast ..highly recommend 👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022