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Arbour Guest House

2.0 star property

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Garden
Interior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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DUNOLLIE ROAD, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5PJ
  • Place, Oban War and Peace Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, McCaig's Tower
    ‪8 min walk‬

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (4 adults) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Room (4 adults)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Oban

St. John's Cathedral is within a 5-minute walk of Arbour Guest House while other popular sites like Oban Distillery are within a 15-minute stroll. The 14 rooms at this guesthouse include electric kettles and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • St. John's Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Atlantis Leisure - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 18 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪LULU Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hinba Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Arbour Guest House

Arbour Guest House features free WiFi in public areas and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Electric kettles are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
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 12:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM—-6:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Arbour Guest House?

Arbour Guest House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Arbour Guest House?

Located steps from Atlantis Leisure, this guesthouse is in Oban, and within a 10-minute walk of Oban War and Peace Museum and Oban Distillery. You'll also find McCaig's Tower and Oban Ferry Terminal less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Arbour Guest House?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does Arbour Guest House include a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Arbour Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Arbour Guest House?

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

Does Arbour Guest House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Arbour Guest House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Arbour Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Arbour Guest House.

Are there connecting rooms at Arbour Guest House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Arbour Guest House?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Arbour Guest House.

Arbour Guest House Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 60 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

We loved the great location and how quiet the sleeping room was
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Amenities
Large clean room with shared bathroom (it wasn’t clear this was the case when booking, but the other room was unoccupied). Fantastic location, quiet. Good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pat

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stay in Oban

Actually stayed next door so cannot review the Arbour Guest house No breakfast was included Room was small but adequate Unusual layout with the sink next to the bed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had an ensuite, though it was a bit cramped. The bed was okay, but a bit soft for me. You had an option of a continental breakfast, but the breakfast room was at another associated property 2 doors down. It was within walkimg distance of the town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

JIM

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hole in door. Unclean area in en-suite shower. Water damaged walls. Headboard coming off the wall
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and comfortable. The location is great with many restaurants nearby. I would highly recommend a tour to Staffa Island. It was incredible. I would skip the continental breakfast. Overall a great place in Oban.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is spotlessly clean, kudos to the cleaners ! We were asked to pay cash on arrival as the payment machine was not working. Elaine who attended our arrival and was very nice and helpful. The property is in a very convenient location and very handy for shopping, restaurants and the watersedge where the Ferries depart and arrive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shavena

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness

Hotel review

Not as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Distance from train station/ferry terminal was walkable. Basic accommodation, foreign housekeeper was lovely, check-in employee was not friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ferol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pay for parking, but everything is in walking distance. Shower is the least favorable, warm water only, but great for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sorry to say, but there was really absolutely nothing we liked about this place. From the staff to the room, to noisy disturbances for the whole night. everything was horrible. At least they could avoid vacuum cleaning at 8.00 AM on a Sunday just in front of the room. Sorry. Just try to avoid this property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

j

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor quality accommodation and would not recommend or see as good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

AMANDA

The description was lacking..

Looking at the descriptions of the room, it’s very deceptive because I had no idea that we would have a shared bathroom. It makes it a point to say when there’s a private bathroom, but it seems to omit that from the shared bathroom. For three people the room was extremely small I get it’s a budget hotel but I would’ve paid the extra money to have my own bathroom. Otherwise it is a great location.. I’m sure the rooms that have private restrooms are probably much better and hopefully a little bit larger.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Aude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Arbour Guesthouse is a simple place but it's clean and it's a good value (considering that accomodations in Oban are a bit pricy). We regretted though that the "double bed" was only 120 cm and not properly advertised as sub-standard. It would be nice as well to have good curtains (blackout and down to the floor) as up north the sun rises very early in summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kazym

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Shower is inside the room. Toilet shared on the floor. Not value for money as I felt overcharged for the quality of the hotel. Breakfast is basic, non-attended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Im not a fan of shared bathrooms and keys that are tricky to maneuver but i take into account the age of the building and the character of the town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lesley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Defo wouldnt recommend

Oban is an amazing place but the b n b was dirty , run down an manager has a bad attitude
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bernhard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, our Room no. 4 was very noisy due to the Wind (Windows not thight, roof tiles ratteling). Toilet door could only hardly be locked. Neighbouring rooms could have been listened.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel

Worst hotel ive ever stayed at The room was tiny bed broke. Washing machine banging at 7am Hear every word from another room Tv size of a tablet Mold in bathroom Bed stunk Honestly worst 2 nights ive ever had Phoned the reception to say no hot water The reply i had (are you sure because no one else complained) Had no shower in the morning And it was back in after i complained in the after £190 for 2 nights wasnt worth it at qll
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Anne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was not kept sufficiently clean and there was minimal contact with staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

rolf

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok, So we had to book in at a different guest house, clearly inconveniencing whoever booked us in, judging by the prickly reception. The triple rooms single beds mattress clearly had, had its day. the shared shower room (which was a surprise as I thought we had an ensuit) had other residents washing drying on the shower rail. Breakfast was in a third guest house. and at 0730min the morning we couldnt get in the door was looked. My children were standing in the street shivering. So we walked about the town for half an hour until another resident let us in. Other than ms frosty we saw no other staff in the two days we were there. I cant say that I enjoyed the scotish hospitality on this trip. If I ever go back to Oban. I'll be sleeping in my car. Don't stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Francine

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booking was not clear to indicate that parking although “available” did not mean on-site or free. Had to pay for meter and park either up the street or on the street. Had to switch rooms to have toilet & bath in room instead of shared. Also not clear in the booking site.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024