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The Royal Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Oban

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A grand staircase with ornate railings and a view of a shop through the windows.
Terrace/patio
A staircase with a view of a room with a window and a door.
A hotel entrance with a stone archway, double doors, and a doormat.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, chandeliers, a staircase, and a doormat with the hotel name.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, McCaig's Tower
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban War and Peace Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A standard hotel room with a single bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a headboard.

Junior Double Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a radiator.

Superior Twin Room with Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a telephone, and a mirror.

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a plaid bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

Classic Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (3 People)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a chair.

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a plaid bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair.

Double Room (4 Poster)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

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

  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Junior Double Room Single Use

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Oban

Heart of Oban.You'll be steps from RSPB Visitor Centre and within a 10-minute walk of Oban Distillery. Oban Ferry Terminal and St. John's Cathedral are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Atlantis Leisure - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Glencruitten Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪LULU Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tartan Tavern - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Oban
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Royal Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and 24-hour room service.

This Oban hotel is smoke free.

  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1895
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel offers 91 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

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

How close is The Royal Hotel to the airport?

The Royal Hotel is 89.4 mi (137-min drive) away from the Glasgow International Airport (GLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Aug 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Aug 11, 2026 start from CA $174, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Royal Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.4 mi (8-min drive) from Ganavan Sands and 8.9 mi (19-min drive) from Tralee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to downtown Oban?

The Royal Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Oban.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 862 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 862 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 862 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 862 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 862 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, food good and near shops also friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located… classic hotel with lots of charm. Clean, friendly and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location,Staff superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was a wee bit dated but spotless , staff were lovely 😍. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was good, and the staff were extremely helpful. The hotel does look very dated though, and the carpets were very worn especially noticeable on the stairs. The room was clean and the hotel is in good location
Cooked breakfast in the morning
Single room
Single room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was very spacious with a large bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would come back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, tired decor and facade but you get what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed in single room..very small but bed very comfortable. Could do with curtains in room as blind very light or make sure bring eye mask and ear plugs needed ..very noisy from adjacent rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked 4 nights here. I found staff rude and it was an inconvenience if you asked them something. Place is dirty and smells of damp. We left on day 2 of 4
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms vey clean staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Polite and friendly reception staff (both day and night shift). Good room. Serviced all my requirements. Hotel has a central Oban location. Breakfast perfectly adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Fair price. Evening meal was enjoyable. Very Dog friendly. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great 2 night stay. Reception staff very helpful and so pleasant. Breakfast on both mornings had a good selection of cooked items. The bar lounge does good food and a Sunday roast. Very central to everything. Definitely good value for money and will stay there my next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are always friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent value for money, great staff, central location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ewan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Down town Oban. Lots of everything about
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is situated close to most shops. The staff were really pleasant and helpful. The room, although clean, looked very tired and could do with some simple repairs and some upgrading.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was a bit dated friendly staff Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice stay in hotel. Maybe it was a bit tired hotel so to speak but it was very clean and tidy, staff were friendly, food was great and there was a really nice and relaxing bar and I was especially pleased that the hotel allowed dogs as my sister and her husband were there with the dogs and enjoyed the friendly bar area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Div

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel we stay every year for The Diver’s Convention! Clean comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast and friendly staff! We’ll see you again in 2026
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service
Room was clean and had a view of the ocean. Overall, very noisy doors seaming, showers in other rooms all hours of the night. I was closer to the back where there seemed to be a lot of people coming and going despite there only being 4 rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room, as with the parts of the hotel I visited, is in need of refurbishment - fresh paint, new carpets etc - but everything was clean. No comment on either breakfast, bar or restaurant because I did not use any of them. Good for a one night stay and so convenient for Oban station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026