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The Great Western Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Oban Ferry Terminal

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Daily English breakfast (GBP 14.95 per person)
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Room amenity
Lake

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Corran Esplanade, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5PP
  • Oban Distillery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Ganavan Sands
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Oban

The Great Western Hotel places you next to St. John's Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Oban War and Peace Museum. This 79-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ganavan Sands - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 7 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Great Western Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, near Oban Ferry Terminal
The Great Western Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a banquet hall. Self parking is available for GBP 6.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This hotel also has a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and desks are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 6 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests who intend to bring their dog must contact the property in advance to make arrangements.
This property has 24 parking spaces onsite, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking cannot be reserved in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 6.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with discounted offsite 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Great Western Hotel Oban
Great Western Oban
The Great Western Hotel Oban
The Great Western Hotel Hotel
The Great Western Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Great Western Hotel?

This hotel is located in Oban, just steps from Atlantis Leisure and Oban Distillery, and within a short walk of Oban War and Peace Museum. You'll also find Oban Ferry Terminal and McCaig's Tower less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Great Western Hotel?

Yes, secured parking is offered for GBP 6.00 per day. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does The Great Western Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Great Western Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Great Western Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Great Western Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Great Western Hotel?

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

Does The Great Western Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Great Western Hotel serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Great Western Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Great Western Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Great Western Hotel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Great Western Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Great Western Hotel.

Reviews

The Great Western Hotel Reviews

6.8

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 305 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 161 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 1125 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful property with an incredible location overlooking the bay. I wish we had planned to stay longer. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very satisfied with everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janice

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't even stay. Saw the disgusting state of my room and filthy bathroom and left. Got a refund. This isn't a 3* hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The food was ok but lacked variety in menu, staff very helpful, room was tired but acceptable. Room not cleaned or made up over the 5 days nor bedding towels changed later found out as leaving it was by request and not pointed out
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasir

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

Lads at reception

Young lass at reception was very welcoming, great service by her
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

agnes

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superior room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff and view of Oban Bay but property is very dated, needs paint touch ups and better technology in the rooms and throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Colin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bar closes very early; limited selection of beer (No ale on cask or in bottles) Breakfast coffee would be better if there was actual coffee in it! And the way of dispensing it is poor. Reception open late in the evening is a good point.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel staff realy friendly, food good. Hotel needs updating but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in an idealic setting. Showing its age a little bit in some areas but that also contributed to the charm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Utkaarsh

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is not at all like the photos presented. I booked a Double Room with a Sea View expecting an experience similar to the photos portrayed. The room was disgusting. The foundation of the building is obviously failing. The furniture is not level, since the foundation isn't. The carpeting is clearly old and I would not recommend walking barefoot on it, especially since I found a rather large dead bug against the wall on my last night there (which had been there for a good while). The bathrooms are NOT at all as they are pictured. Expecting bright lighting with tiled showers and a shower door? HA! It was disgusting wallpaper that had been present since the 1980s at least with poor lighting and a bathtub with a cheap showerhead and a curtain that only went halfway along the tub! The railing holding the curtain was also cheap since the curtain was continuously falling, it was rusted, and also falling apart. The bedding at least looked fresh and clean. However, if you wish to have your room cleaned, you have to request this accommodation at the front desk. I was shocked to not find a hair dryer in the room, but happy they had them upon request (which is not listed ANYWHERE). There is no phone in the room, so you have no means of calling the front desk for anything. I cannot comment on the lounge or food options, since I did not bother to experience this. My only regret is that I did not take photos of the depressing state of this property to share.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice recommend haggis bon bons. Great view of harbour
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly and helpful. Don’t like dogs running everywhere. The bed was not comfortable. My room number 117 was freezing cold. The wind was coming across the water and actually moving the curtains. They need to fix those windows. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alasdair

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Desk staff lad was very nice. Room was ok, toilet flush water kept running, only half a roll of loo roll, window frames and skirting need sanding and re-painted. Bed was comfy view was great. Breakfast staff were not that attentive especially an older lady, she was miserable. Breakfast choice was poor very little for vegetarian and at £15 each I would go somewhere else. Was a bit improved since our last visit in September.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

g

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

Book if you have no expectations

Awful from start to finish. I never leave reviews but this hotel was so bad i felt i had to. Everything is falling apart,rooms and windows completely run down,public areas tired and in poor decorative state, no room service while we were there no towel change,no coffee tray renewal,no towels replaced, no bed made. Breakfast nothing was replenished ,you had to ask for the missing items. And whwn you check in,if you have a car,they charge you £6 a night for parking, something not highlighted in their information. Felt sorry for the tourists as this hotel dies not offer even basic decent accommodation for the price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not as exoected

When we booked the room that was pictured was nothing like the room we got, the one we got is badly in need of refurbishment, had they shown the one we got we would not have booked, also when we asked to change they said it was fully booked but was still showing rooms available on another booking site, also booked this hotel as yiu get parking but could not get parking in the day, very disappointed!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Julie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roy

For the price£144per night room only carpets nead replacing dig gaps in window frams lovely view had to keep curtains closed due to draft from windows then the rain started dripping from high level on to ceiling above for about 2 hours then Japanese torturer dripping then the plaster parted and flapped down and started dripping on to floor below again Japanese torture started again So called hotel neads closing for full renovation Roy Hughson From Aberdeen
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

George

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t close window open at bottom and had been nailed so couldn’t go up or down .Curtains couldn’t close from top as stuck and torn had to pin them in the middle myself place in need of refurbishment very old building looking bad shame as they are big rooms with lovey views not enough staff we were there for four days the price was well over what we paid for other hotels we will never go back there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Clarissa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally dirty. There were stains on our bed and the shower and walls.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emma

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

adrian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its outdated needs a revamp
Stayed 1 night in May 2025