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The Royal Hotel

2.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Property entrance
Bar (on property)
Staircase
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE
  • Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ganavan Sands
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room (4 Poster)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

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

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Junior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room (3 People)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

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

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Classic Single Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

  • 366 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Double Room Single Use

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Double Room Single Use

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Oban

The Royal Hotel places you next to RSPB Visitor Centre and McCaig's Tower. This 91-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, 24-hour room service, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ganavan Sands - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 1 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
The Royal Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. You'll find limited parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include wedding services, a TV in a common area, and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1895
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Oban
Royal Oban
The Royal Hotel Oban
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Royal Hotel?

The Royal Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to The Royal Hotel?

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

Is parking available on site at The Royal Hotel?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does The Royal Hotel have a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Royal Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Royal Hotel?

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

Does The Royal Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

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

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Royal Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per day.

Does The Royal Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Royal Hotel?

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

Does The Royal Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Royal Hotel.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 714 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 714 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 714 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 714 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 714 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charles

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

my stay at Oban

On arrival allocated 506 room one of the turret rooms with steps I tripped up on step the light was dim and could no see the steps went to reception and and this was rectified room 507 which was better standard and very happy staff were great enjoyed I stay at royal hotel only twice a year and they look after me very well and I will cotinue to keep going and recommend to my friends
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for one night and would not return. Public areas were dirty as was the bar. The electric plugs from tv system in bar was a joke!!! All wires twisted and plugged into adapter. Staircase was dirty and carpet was threadbare in places. Looked into the function room and it had not been cleared of glasses and drinks since a function five days earlier!!! Looked like the people had just got up and left with half drunk drinks lying on tables. Our room was very dated and the light switch for the toilet was a bit difficult to find. Finally located it behind the wall mounted tv!! Didn’t use the shower as it certainly didn’t look appealing!!! Cushions on bed were dirty. Electric wires hanging out of tv plug. We made a hasty exit without having breakfast!!! Would definitely not return to this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Hotel is very central to everything in Oban Lovely warm bedrooms and bathrooms Will stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An all round good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

Nice stay

Lovely hotel.. but run down but it’s an old building so no problem with that. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had another good stay in the hotel and central to walk about Oban
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely checking, nice meal at restaurant, very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

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

Royal Hotel Oban

It was a very good stay, with really friendly staff. Breakfasts were good. Hotel was pnly 5 minutes walk from the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Lovely welcome at classic style hotel

Traditional hotel needs some attention: single glazed sash windows mean the room would be hard to heat in winter. Lovely welcome and I was delighted to get a room upgrade 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing at present.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Triston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money, facilities were just what i needed. Breakfast was super, excellent selection of items, well cooked and tasty. Staff were very polite. I've stayed here before and will stay again.I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception Staff extremely helpful and advisory. Insufficient parking at the property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Beds very comfortable Perhaps a little updating: T.V. on wall rather than on dresser Toilet roll holders in Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

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

8/10 Good

Anthony

Close too all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

Great place to stay

Warm welcome and great support for my new puppy while staying there, great value and will return
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome by staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome and excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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