Oban Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Porch
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Bay View Junior Suite | View from room
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Corran Esplanade, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5AE
  • Place, Oban War and Peace Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Petite Double Room

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

Bay View Double Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Bay view

Bay View Junior Suite

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Bay view

About the neighborhood

Oban

Seaside stay .You'll be steps from Oban War and Peace Museum and within a 10-minute walk of St. John's Cathedral. Oban Distillery and Atlantis Leisure are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ganavan Sands - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 13 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Oban Chocolate Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪LULU Lounge - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Oban Bay Hotel

4-star guestrooms with free WiFi
Oban Bay Hotel offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at Oban Bay Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Oban hotel is smoke free.

  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Oban Bay Hotel offers 79 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured valet parking on site (GBP 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 30 and January 2.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • 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 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: GBP 25 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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, American Express, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Oban Bay
Oban Bay Hotel
Oban Bay Hotel & Spa Scotland
Oban Bay Hotel And Spa
Oban Bay Hotel Oban
Oban Bay Hotel Oban
Oban Bay Hotel Hotel
Oban Bay Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oban Bay Hotel to the airport?

Oban Bay Hotel is 89 mi (136-min drive) away from the Glasgow International Airport (GLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oban Bay Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Oban Bay Hotel.

How close is Oban Bay Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.7 mi (3-min drive) from Ganavan Sands and 8.5 mi (18-min drive) from Tralee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oban Bay Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Oban Bay Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Oban Bay Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Oban Bay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Oban Bay Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for GBP 25 per day.

Does Oban Bay Hotel have a pool?

Oban Bay Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Oban Bay Hotel have a restaurant?

Oban Bay Hotel is home to Grill Room, which features local cuisine.

Does Oban Bay Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials, detox wraps, and prenatal massages.

How close is Oban Bay Hotel to downtown Oban?

Oban Bay Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Oban.

Oban Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 533 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent particularly for a Seafood fanatic. The only thing the chef should consider is adding a seafood soup. Everything else is 5 star.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and welcoming, lots of conversation and humour. The food was good, we tried a few different options. The avocado and poached egg on sourdough was delicious and the pastries were fresh and so good. We had a classic double room on the ground floor. Plenty of space for the 2 of us, the shower was fab and toiletries were very refreshing. We had the best 2 nights sleep. The bed was huge and very comfy. The tea, coffee, hot chocolate and goodies were a perfect treat with 2 days of travelling and exploring. What a view while we enjoyed our drinks from the bar. Oban was such a lovely place and we wouldn't hesitate to book here again on return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property fine, staff generally good. Expensive. Room had marks all over floor ( needs vax) parking facilities poor. £4.50 for 1/2 cup of coffee is not good value. Rooms are too full of chairs etc , not required. Obviously throw to back of hotel to make room for Americans so they spend more .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The lift was not functioning but stay did bring bags to the room. A challenge with older hotel infrastructure is that many many step are required to get to a room. No lift meant 40 steps up and 40 steps down.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We booked this hotel specifically for the private spa. Ideally it would be a little more private but it was a lovely experience overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, location, walkable Restaurant serves very good food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room high quality feel. Well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location overlooking the water, restaurant had great options and food for both breakfast and dinner. Parking was offsite but very close. All of the staff we encountered were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, would for sure stay again. Room was really nice and well stocked. Parking was on the street and easy enough to find, but not on site.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay and close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

pauline

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the bay. Great location to explore the town. Parking is extremely limited but public parking is only a few minute walk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Bad parking. Challenging to get to the room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness
It was comfortable and the dinner and breakfast was lovely. We had a dog and while the hotel was welcoming, our room was a very long way from the exit and also very small to accommodate a dog crate. Parking at the hotel is non existent unless you pay £20 per night for valet parking, which for a 4* hotel is unacceptable. In addition, the check-in process was painfully slow. Only one person on the desk and dozens of visitors waiting. The restaurant staff were mostly very nice, but some were quirky and over-familiar. Not a great impression for a 4* hotel. There is an amateurish feel about the Oban Bay Hotel. It trades on its seafront position along with many other similar mid-range hotels aspiring to 4* and falling short. It might have been once- not any more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Oban Bay

Great hotel in great location with great sraff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is beautiful and the hotel was amazing! Only downfall is everything is accessed by stairs which is hard with heavy suitcases.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Euan

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025