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The Royal Hotel

Property class: 2
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Oban

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Staircase
Property entrance
Reception
Staircase
Terrace/patio

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, RSPB Visitor Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban War and Peace Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room with Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster)

Double Room (4 Poster)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double Room

Junior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Double Room Single Use

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • RSPB Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. John's Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The View Oban - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hinba Coffee Roasters - ‬4 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).

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

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 Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on May 3, 2026 start from CA $159, 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. 195 out of 802 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 802 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 802 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 802 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 802 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well situated in heart of town. We booked a superior double room, which advertises as one double bed in a room, we were given, what I think was a family room with a double bed and a single bed. The hotel room was clean and beds comfortable albeit very dated. The hotel, is in need of an overhaul - dated, painting and carpets replaced. The landing at our room had two mop buckets collecting water from a leaking roof! I would like to add that the staff are very nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

William

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful room, absolutely spotlessly clean. Staff were fantastic, so friendly and helpful. Location is absolutely perfect for Oban town. Carpark is a bit awkward but usable, but there is additional parking within a few minutes walk. Breakfast depending on how busy hotel is you get buffet or table sevi both of which gave you a great start to the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent, food excellent. I had a single room which was very dated, radiator in bedroom kept it warm. I couldnt stay until the Monday as the bathroom was tiny with walk-in shower, tiles broken on floor and so cold - it was like an ice box, i came home on Sunday instead of the Monday. I have come home with a cold
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs l a kelly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All GOOD. FOOD GOOD. BEDROOM GOOD STAFF GREAT STAFF NICLE MACINNES WILL BE BACK NEXT YEAR THANK YOU
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, got space in car park, friendly staff, clean room - great cheap stay overnight to catch ferry in morning. Would recommend and use again 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous guy on reception - clean and warm room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had fantastic views from the room. Central location. Warm welcome. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and serviced every day. Reception staff were helpful and knowledgeable and the one dinner I had in the bar/restaurant was very nice. Great location as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

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

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok hotel room was a bit dated
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

wes

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
mentioned 2 things we wanted fan (hot night) & bath plug not sealing correctly.Both were sorted while we had breakfast! Not used to such prompt service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Basic room but the twin beds were very narrow and quite uncomfortable.Neither of us could fall asleep in them so we headed for home at 4am.Parking at rear of hotel is by meter and we had to drive round in a circuit for half an hour before we found a space.You can only book 2hr maximum so I had to keep running back every 2hrs to top up the meter....not much fun.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

6/10 Okay

May

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean ,but the paintwork was terrible very bad needs a good overhaul,the staff were very nice , might be good to have some sort of entertainment on a few nights ,don’t know if I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

I stayed in Fortwilliam on the Monday and Tuesday, was supposed to be staying four nights but had to return home due to having caught a bug, was sick all day Wednesday, got medication from chemist lay in bed until lunchtime then made the return home, I thought I had taken out insurance to cover this but when I phoned the hotel they informed me there would be no refund as I had booked through tribal, very disappointed the other hotel in Granton and Spey were very understanding and didn’t charge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025