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The Palace Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Oban Ferry Terminal

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Breakfast and dinner served, ocean views
1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board
Property entrance
Miscellaneous
Interior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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20 George Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5SB
  • Oban Distillery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ganavan Sands
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Oban

The Palace Hotel places you next to RSPB Visitor Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Oban Distillery. This 13-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

What's nearby

  • McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ganavan Sands - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 2 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Palace Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Oban Ferry Terminal
The Palace Hotel features WiFi in public areas and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find WiFi and free wired internet. Minibars, coffee makers, and hair dryers are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 35 per week); free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • In-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (GBP 10 per 24-hour period)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • dining room / lounge bar

Things to do

  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 50 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation and confirmation must be presented by the cardholder.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 200 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 35 per week (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: GBP 10 per 24-hour period (1-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 50 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 3:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 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 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel 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.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is permitted at The Palace Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Palace Hotel Oban
Palace Oban
The Palace Hotel Oban, Scotland
The Palace Hotel Oban
The Palace Hotel Hotel
The Palace Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Palace Hotel?

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

Is there parking available at The Palace Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Palace Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Palace Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Palace Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Palace Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and free Internet access as well as a bar.

Does The Palace Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Palace Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Palace Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at dining room / lounge bar.

Does The Palace Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Palace Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Palace Hotel?

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

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Palace Hotel.

The Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 180 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mei Lan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

My experience

It was a very last minute booking and straight forward. The hotel is old but can't complain. The lady is very nice and friendly. We stay in the top floor, good view for a beautiful sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I paid £138 for 1 night as I was desperate. I would never go back to this place as it’s no palace. It has no breakfast included, no WiFi, no parking and no lift ( it’s five floors) the place is very very dated and needs a deep clean. I feel it’s easy to rob customers of their cash when people are desperate. The best thing about the palace is it’s situated on the main st overlooking the harbour ( I didn’t have a room with a view) I must say the bed was clean but very hard so no sleep for me. Safe to say I would stay well clear of the palace hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

Travel

Holiday connection sea trip
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky little place but clean and comfortable. No parking and no lift which was a bit of a hike to our top floor room. No wifi unless u buy a plan.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

charles

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No lift. Had to walk up 3 flights of stairs. Had to consolidate what we need into one small bay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
While an old building, this hotel is very comfortable and in a great location. We ha D a delicious full Scottish breakfast each morning cooked to order!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff friendly and approachable scenic views amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was able to get a room on short notice and really enjoyed meeting the staff. It was right in the city center which was exactly what I was looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very difficult to regulate the water temperature in the shower. Either scalding hot or ice cold. Hard to get clean under those conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The picture listed on line is not from the property. Amenities advertised do not exist. No restaurant or bar. The hotel is in really bad shape and need to be renovated. The lady running the place was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

NELSON

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted by the owner who appeared to be alone. No assistance with baggage, no lifts. Same state as a 1970,s B&B. The owner was friendly and helpful. No breakfast, although tea and coffee were available in the room. The room was small and old fashioned, but clean. The best room was the bathroom which was just recently refurbished and almost the same size as the bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Parking was a little tricky. Overall, a really handy place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Linda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was new and bigger than the room. Know one said we had to climb 8 fights of stairs to the tiny room. It was clean, but old furniture. It felt like a cheap, youth hostel. Very expensive for so little.

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Katarina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022