Oban Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a sauna and spa services

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Bay View Junior Suite | View from room
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Corran Esplanade, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5AE
  • Place, Oban War and Peace Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Petite Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bay View Double Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bay View Junior Suite

  • 129 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Oban

Oban Bay Hotel places you next to Oban War and Peace Museum and within a 10-minute walk of St. John's Cathedral. This 79-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ganavan Sands - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 13 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dan's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oban Chocolate Company - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Oban Bay Hotel

Waterfront hotel with a sauna and spa services
Oban Bay Hotel features a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. Valet parking is available for GBP 25 per day. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a meeting room, a terrace, and local meal delivery service.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, desks, and local meal delivery service are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub and a sauna.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured valet parking on site (GBP 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Grill Room

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 30 and January 2.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: GBP 25 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Oban Bay
Oban Bay Hotel
Oban Bay Hotel & Spa Scotland
Oban Bay Hotel And Spa
Oban Bay Hotel Oban
Oban Bay Hotel Oban
Oban Bay Hotel Hotel
Oban Bay Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Oban Bay Hotel?

Oban Bay Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Oban Bay Hotel?

This hotel in Oban is within a 10-minute walk of Oban Distillery and Oban War and Peace Museum. You'll also find McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Oban Bay Hotel?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for GBP 25 per day. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Oban Bay Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and reflexology.

Does Oban Bay Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Oban Bay Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Oban Bay Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Oban Bay Hotel?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Oban Bay Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Oban Bay Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Oban Bay Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Grill Room.

Does Oban Bay Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Oban Bay Hotel for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Oban Bay Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Oban Bay Hotel?

No, at Oban Bay Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Oban Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 529 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 529 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 529 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 529 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 529 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon, Kendal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Initial impressions not good. I knew no parking on site, but drop off area chaotic. Steps to entrance and more steps and long way to lift (not sure how disabled would cope.) However staff friendly, room ok. Comfortable bed, decent breakfast and nice views of bay outside
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

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

Very poor value for money

Sorry to say I felt incredibly ripped off here. The decor was shoddy, the mattresses lumpy, the service lackadaisical. Litter and only instant coffee available in the room. Oh, and residents, incredibly, have to pay to use the spa which when you are paying over £200 a room is not what you expect.Good value is hard to find on the west coast of Scotland in August but really, I wish I’d gone to the Premier Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Just an overnight - but in the price we paid we did expect a breakfast to be included (in fact we did think it was until confirmation came through)!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Fabulous stay !

Beautifullly situated hotel with amazing views over the water with lovely seating area to enjoy the scenery. Small, but comfortable clean room. Delicious breakfast served in no time. Staff were friendly and professional and their uniforms were so smart. Highly recommend this hotel, we’d definitely return.
View from the front of hotel.
View from the drawing room.
View from the front dining area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

The Gem of Oban

The chef and the floor staff in the hotel restaurant should be complimented on their food, appearance and attention to detail. Just amazing keep up the fabulous work. The bar and lobby entrance sharp and sophisticated , I must say a special mention to the front bar with view over the bay. The rooms are spacious and beautifully designed and decorated. For those with fur friends - there is a doggy wall of fame
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
e real gem in Oban- comfortable homey feel, great staff, and a breakfast that should not be missed! Also has an impressive Spa but I did not use it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Annalisa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lots of steps and no elevator to get to the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are a little plain and small for the cost. Very good bedding linens.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

LYNN

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheelagh

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzannah, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Ann

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon returning to our room after a long day of viewing the beautiful sites of Mull and Iona we found the room had not been serviced. When we inquired we were told the "do not disturb" sign was on our door. It was not! We asked for a fresh supplys of coffees, etc. It took three trys to get it. The worst part was the staff was argumentative about the do not distrub sign. It put a damper on a beautiful day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

Good comfortable stay great staff

Great views, bar and restaurant staff were great! Small but comfortable room. No AC so it got warm the days we were there. Bathroom and shower was decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property because the staff were incredibly friendly, the food at dinner was amazing and the view from the front deck was spectacular! ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel

From check in to check out everything was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025