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The Palace Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Oban

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Breakfast and dinner served, ocean views
Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Property entrance
Interior
Interior detail

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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20 George Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5SB
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, McCaig's Tower
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Single Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 162 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Oban

Seaside stay .Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from RSPB Visitor Centre and a 5-minute walk from Oban Distillery. St. John's Cathedral and Oban Ferry Terminal are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • RSPB Visitor Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 2 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kaina - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Palace Hotel

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Oban
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. The Palace Hotel also features room service (during limited hours) and a television in a common area.

This 3-star Oban hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Palace Hotel offers 13 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 35 per week); free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • In-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (GBP 10 per 24-hour period)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 50 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50

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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation and confirmation must be presented by the cardholder.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 35 per week (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: GBP 10 per 24-hour period (1-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 50 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 3:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at The Palace Hotel.

Property is also known as

Palace Hotel Oban
Palace Oban
The Palace Hotel Oban, Scotland
The Palace Hotel Oban
The Palace Hotel Hotel
The Palace Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Palace Hotel to the airport?

The Palace Hotel is 89.2 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 Palace Hotel?

As of Jan 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palace Hotel on Jan 5, 2026 start from $64.56, 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 Palace Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Palace Hotel.

How close is The Palace Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.3 mi (7-min drive) from Ganavan Sands and 8.7 mi (19-min drive) from Tralee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Palace Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Palace Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Palace Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 50 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Palace Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Palace Hotel have a pool?

The Palace Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Palace Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Palace Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Palace Hotel to downtown Oban?

The Palace Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Oban.

The Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 186 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Early morning view over Oban Bay. Good location near railway station and pier terminal
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome, very easy, and very nice staff, warm daily feel to it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mei Lan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

My experience

It was a very last minute booking and straight forward. The hotel is old but can't complain. The lady is very nice and friendly. We stay in the top floor, good view for a beautiful sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I paid £138 for 1 night as I was desperate. I would never go back to this place as it’s no palace. It has no breakfast included, no WiFi, no parking and no lift ( it’s five floors) the place is very very dated and needs a deep clean. I feel it’s easy to rob customers of their cash when people are desperate. The best thing about the palace is it’s situated on the main st overlooking the harbour ( I didn’t have a room with a view) I must say the bed was clean but very hard so no sleep for me. Safe to say I would stay well clear of the palace hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

Travel

Holiday connection sea trip
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky little place but clean and comfortable. No parking and no lift which was a bit of a hike to our top floor room. No wifi unless u buy a plan.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

charles

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No lift. Had to walk up 3 flights of stairs. Had to consolidate what we need into one small bay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
While an old building, this hotel is very comfortable and in a great location. We ha D a delicious full Scottish breakfast each morning cooked to order!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff friendly and approachable scenic views amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was able to get a room on short notice and really enjoyed meeting the staff. It was right in the city center which was exactly what I was looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very difficult to regulate the water temperature in the shower. Either scalding hot or ice cold. Hard to get clean under those conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The picture listed on line is not from the property. Amenities advertised do not exist. No restaurant or bar. The hotel is in really bad shape and need to be renovated. The lady running the place was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

NELSON

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted by the owner who appeared to be alone. No assistance with baggage, no lifts. Same state as a 1970,s B&B. The owner was friendly and helpful. No breakfast, although tea and coffee were available in the room. The room was small and old fashioned, but clean. The best room was the bathroom which was just recently refurbished and almost the same size as the bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Parking was a little tricky. Overall, a really handy place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Linda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was new and bigger than the room. Know one said we had to climb 8 fights of stairs to the tiny room. It was clean, but old furniture. It felt like a cheap, youth hostel. Very expensive for so little.

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023