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The Great Western Hotel

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

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Enjoy a harbor view from the comfort of your room, featuring a seating area and breakfast service.
Situated along the riverbank, this hotel offers scenic views of the water from its classic, symmetrical facade.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed and scenic views of a body of water.
Boats dock at a pier extending into the water, surrounded by lush greenery and a hillside with white buildings.
Enjoy a panoramic view of the water from this spacious room, featuring a sofa, armchairs, and a dining table.

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

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Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬7 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.

Languages

English, Hungarian, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian

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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 St. John's Cathedral and Atlantis Leisure, and within a short walk of Oban War and Peace Museum. You'll also find Oban Ferry Terminal and Oban Distillery less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site 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.

Is The Great Western Hotel good for couples?

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

Does The Great Western Hotel have a hot tub?

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.

Does The Great Western Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Great Western Hotel?

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

The Great Western Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 291 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 150 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1094 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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

4/10 Poor

Julie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morley

We are traveling around Scotland in our caravan at the time of booking we were in Aviemore and wanted to have some time in Oban. From booking to check out we had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast food was delicious - a great range of choices and a very nice airy, spacious dining room. The staff in the hotel were unfailingly lovely - friendly, polite and helpful - very likeable. The room had a lovely view out across the ocean and over to the islands. The room had a nice carpet. The bathroom was clean. Check in and check out was easy and problem-free and the room doors had proper lock-and-key locks rather than hideous card keys. The room was well equipped with mirrors, which was very useful. Very cosy bed covering (duvet). The, the room was very hot and airless and I did not find the bed comfortable. The pillows were pretty cheap and uncomfortable to sleep on. Despite going to bed at about 11, I didn't manage to get to sleep (due to the poor pillows and stuffy airlessness of the room) till well after 2. Check in to the hotel was not till 3 - which we felt was a bit late. The little kettle in my room took absolutely ages to boil the water. The TV only had two or three channels which worked, which was disappointing. I could not get the water in the shower to heat up so had to shower in cold water - not fun. However, both my friends were able to get hot shower ok, so maybe I did something wrong. An idiot's guide to how the shower works would have been useful for me. Also, I hated the soap and shampoo dispensers. Overall, the hotel has very many strengths - but needs to spend some money - mainly on the basics.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

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

Nice hotel!

Comfy room, beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Celina

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is fantastic, really needs some TLC though. Beds comfy and slept well until slamming doors below at 6am.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sylvia

Traveled with group
Payment was taken before I arrived when I was assured I would pay on arrival
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely dirty and outdated, I get this place is old but these rooms need to be cleaned better. My sheets were stained, there was a booger on the wall right next to my head, red and orange bacteria/mold all over the shower grout, springy mattress that poked into my ribs all night. Looked like someone blew their nose into the window curtains. I should’ve paid $70 for the night instead of $170, will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pet friendly property- great for ferry transport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

harry

Liked: Staff & service
Wall paper coming away from walls lifts not very clean doors sticking flooring very noisy cracks in hallway walls room stains on roof
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay with welcoming staff, nice food and perfect views. The hotel needed some investment with window frames and water damaged ceilings though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Douglas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Pay for the view

The room we had had an amazing view. The hotel seemed to be in quite a run down condition our room was quite run down and in poor condition really not matching the photos provided on the booking profile. Overall not that impressed. However the sea view room view made it better.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed was really comfortable and clean and breakfast was good and well monitored by excellent staff. Hotel and room really shabby, in need of a massive restoration and upgrade. Our bathroom walls and blind were covered in mould and smelled like it. It was also really dated and decrepit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

not up to the standard of other local hotels.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

DOUGLAS

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

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

4/10 Poor

Teresa

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old, dated & very poor

This hotel belongs in the 1970’s as it has not moved beyond that. The only thing positive about this hotel is the location, especially when you have booked a sea view room. It is old, dated and the hotel should feel embarrassed charging what they charge for rooms. I’ve seen many reviews since I stayed here so they should be very aware of the feedback they receive. Never ever again will I stay here.
My room window
My room window
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Aileen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Cold showers!

We booked 3 rooms for a family wedding. Checked in by a lovely lady at reception. Rooms were dated but clean enough. The next morning we reported at 8.30am that none of us had any hot water. We were told an engineer would be half an hour. We explained we had a wedding today so needed it to be sorted. Went for breakfast (not great) . An hour later we were told he was on his way so we took the dogs out and asked if still no hot water in our rooms, could they please give us a room to use. Came back , no hot water or room available. No clue of when the engineer/plumber may turn up. So we all had cold showers, not fun when you have long hair to wash. Got ready for the wedding and started to leave. Where we were informed the plumber had finally turned up! 6 hours after we reported it. The most frustrating thing was being told he was half an hour away, to he’s on his way, to we haven’t got a clue. The manager didn’t seem to care we had a wedding to get too! We understand that things go wrong- ie the fire alarm going off twice in the night and the boiler breaking. But a quicker back up plan should be in place for a hotel that size. On departure there was another couple reporting they had no hot water….
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not so Great Western

Room not ready at 16:00. 17:30 given key and previous guests laundry on the floor in the middle of the room. Receptionist came down 10 mins later into the bar area with sheets tucked under her arm. “That’s you eh”. Not a word of apology or even an offer of a drink on the house. Very expensive for somewhere that is really a coach tour venue. Breakfast well below average quality wise. Do they care? They do not. Plenty more coming along after us. Stay again. Not at those prices.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location close to town centre. Pleasant, helpful staff. En suite bathroom was in poor condition and requires renewing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
What was probably a grand hotel isnt anymore. Attempts to upgrade have been executed in an amateur fashion. The hotel is in a prime position, with a wonderful outlook, staff all were ok. Just a shame such a grand building has been allowed to get in such poor condition!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

roy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

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

Avoid

Shocking. Hotel is barely in working condition. In desperate need of a renovation. Room had flickering lights and random switches that did nothing. Lamps didn’t work. At 0130 woken by a faulty fire alarm.. again at 0230. We left at 0235.. I’ll be requesting a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
This hotel is in a great location. It is a big building with spacious rooms. The cleanliness of my room was poor. Thick dust on skirting boards. The bathroom was grimy. Shower door hanging off and the vent. Walls are paper thin. You can hear the conversations from others in the next rooms including their snoring.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025