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The Lochnell Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony
Fireplace
Family Triple Room
View from property
Restaurant

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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Lochnell Arms Hotel, Oban, Scotland, PA37 1RP
  • Place, Connel Bridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, Sea View

Junior Suite, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Sea View

Triple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Sea View

Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room

Family Triple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

About the area

Oban

On the beach.Within half a mile (1 km) of this Oban hotel, you'll find Loch Linnhe and Connel Bridge. Lochan Dubh and Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Connel Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oban Distillery - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Loch Awe - 16 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Oban Connel Ferry Station - 12 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oban Chocolate Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Oban Fish & Chip Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kaina - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Lochnell Arms Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Oban hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Lochnell Arms Hotel offers 10 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per 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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lochnell Arms Hotel to the airport?

The Lochnell Arms Hotel is 84.5 mi (131-min drive) away from the Glasgow International Airport (GLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lochnell Arms Hotel .

How close is The Lochnell Arms Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Lochnell Arms Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel have a pool?

The Lochnell Arms Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lochnell Arms Hotel to downtown Oban?

The Lochnell Arms Hotel is 4.1 mi away from Oban.

The Lochnell Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, good parking, nice clean room and nice continental breakfast. Would definitely stay again if I revisit the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary, London

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfy and the staff were delightful. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness
first class. quiet, comfortable, good food, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cozy homely feel lovely rooms and view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vytis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled around west east Scotland, between hotels was distance including ferry’s, but this hotel was exceptional great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sano

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and god service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARJORIE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
L’hôtel est très bien placé ; le personnel très accueillant ! Nous avons apprécié les jeux de société et manger près de la cheminée ! Les plats étaient bons et copieux ! Le petit déjeuner dans le second restaurant était parfait !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Cécile

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La chambre était très bien, il faisait un peu froid car il faisait très froid dehors. On a très bien mangé au restaurant.
Depuis la salle du petit déjeuner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Destacaría la ubicación, las vistas y la tranquilidad. La habitación estaba genial, el personal súper amable y el desayuno me gustó mucho.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026