The Lochnell Arms Hotel

Property class: 3

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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Lochnell Arms Hotel, Oban, Scotland, PA37 1RP
  • Place, Loch Linnhe
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Connel Bridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Triple Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Oban

The Lochnell Arms Hotel places you next to Loch Linnhe and within a 10-minute walk of Connel Bridge. This 10-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Connel Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Ganavan Sands - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Loch Awe - 21 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Connel Ferry Station - 12 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪LULU Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Tartan Tavern - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Lochnell Arms Hotel

The Lochnell Arms Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. This beach hotel also has a banquet hall.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Housekeeping is available on request.
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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • 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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

This hotel in Oban is within a 10-minute walk of Loch Linnhe and Connel Bridge. You'll also find Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel and Tralee Beach within a short drive.

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel include a casino?

No, The Lochnell Arms Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Lochnell Arms Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Lochnell Arms Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Lochnell Arms Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay.

The Lochnell Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, accessible parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great loaction and good bar
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent breakfast staff great parking very easy and good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great memories at the hotel. Room with beautiful views and friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, good parking, nice clean room and nice continental breakfast. Would definitely stay again if I revisit the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
More like a pub with rooms than a hotel, but ok for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - outside of town, so no crowds! Rooms are spacious, having a restaurant/bar on the property is a plus. The yummy breakfast is an added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfy and the staff were delightful. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please note that the hotel is about 5 miles out from Oban town. A comfortable stay with friendly and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lochnell Arms was a lovely quaint stay near beautiful Oban. Room was spacious and clean! Also the staff was very kind in greeting us. Really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the water, views very nice, dining was ok, had to ask for extra sheets and towels as they forgot to provide enough for our group
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cozy homely feel lovely rooms and view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled around west east Scotland, between hotels was distance including ferry’s, but this hotel was exceptional great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and god service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
a little rustic/dated.could do with a spring clean and new carpets
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
first class. quiet, comfortable, good food, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean but tired looking. Room 3 noisy with some kind of extractor fan, probably from the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked with Hotels.com last November and paid in full so was embarrassed to get there and find the hotel had not been paid! Also the description of the room did not match the room we were given - all the fault of hotels.com! The lady checking us in could not have been nicer. We ate in the restaurant - staff lovely, food delicious. Nice continental breakfast in the morning. Would love to stay at this hotel again but would book direct. Will not use hotels.com again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
L’hôtel est très bien placé ; le personnel très accueillant ! Nous avons apprécié les jeux de société et manger près de la cheminée ! Les plats étaient bons et copieux ! Le petit déjeuner dans le second restaurant était parfait !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La chambre était très bien, il faisait un peu froid car il faisait très froid dehors. On a très bien mangé au restaurant.
Depuis la salle du petit déjeuner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Destacaría la ubicación, las vistas y la tranquilidad. La habitación estaba genial, el personal súper amable y el desayuno me gustó mucho.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026