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The Royal Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Oban

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Bar (on property)
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Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • 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
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 135 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 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

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (4 Poster)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 183 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • 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)

  • 366 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • 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)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 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

  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Junior Double Room Single Use

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

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 - 0.1 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kaina - ‬1 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 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 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.

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. 185 out of 769 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 769 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 769 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 769 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 769 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Heard every noise from rooms upstairs, very noisy. Lovely big hotel but very dated. Woken with fire alarm very early.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff friendly, plenty of choice at breakfast, glise to all sjooex rtc
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

It was absolutely fine.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Hotel is located right in the heart of Oban, which makes for easy traveling around the town from the hotel. Parking is challenging, though, so be prepared to walk a block or two the the hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the breakfasts were delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A warm and informative welcome. My room was very basic with a slope. A rotting window frame, old furniture. Overall not the best.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Convenient location to ferry and railway station
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was brilliant!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

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

Central hotel . Good value

Very clean and comfortable room. Spacious corner room with sea views from both windows as we were on the 3rd floor . Great choice for breakfast Bar prices very reasonable Car park chaotic. Some parts of the bathroom needed updated
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

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

NEEDS LOT OF TLC

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Central location, but rather old, no charm
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for train station . Easy check in. Comfortable room. Good breakfast . Short walk to cafes, shops and pubs. Road is noisy out the front of hotel so choise a room accordingly if a light sleeper.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent hotel for one night after hiking nearby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Basic hotel at fair price

We booked the hotel looking for a basic hotel at a decent price. Our room was comfortable and breakfast good /plentiful. It is easy to find and has a small carpark. We didn’t eat in the restaurant or drink at the bar. Overall it fulfilled it’s purpose without setting the heather on fire.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Royal hotel, everything great

Our trip to Oban was for a family funeral so we were focused on that and we were lucky enough to get a parking space in the small carpark. The inside of the hotel was slightly tired as it’s an older hotel but it was very clean. The breakfast was excellent and the staff were very well organised, the young waiter was nice and smiley. Cappuccino was brilliant 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary-Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to ferry terminal, railway station, harbour and shops. Hotel is tired and needs some money investing in decoration and furnishings to bring it up to date. Lift has to be the slowest, smallest lift I've ever used. Staff were all friendly and helpful, breakfast was good. Didn't use the bar or restaurant but seemed to be busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, all staff were exceptional . Good breakfast and evening bar meals. 24hr reception. Older property so a little run down in certain areas but kept very clean, would definitely recommend as excellent value overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here before and knew it was an older property but very close to train and ferry. The room was a bit dated but clean and big, only thing missing would be a small fridge. I slept like a log. Breakfast was plentiful and I ate here both nights. Bar food was very good and very reasonably priced. Biggest asset is the staff - every one I dealt with was very friendly and helpful. I must mention the showergel. All the way home was wondering who smelt so nice and realised it was me and the hotel showergel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt safe and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean and comfortable. Food was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025