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The Great Western Hotel

3.0 star property
Guests can relax with drinks and meals at the on-site bar and restaurant while the friendly staff helps plan adventures with stunning city views as backdrop.

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The Great Western Hotel, in the city center, offers WiFi throughout and a 24-hour front desk. Start your day with a buffet breakfast, then explore or unwind at the bar or restaurant. Former guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is £74
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room (with Sea View)

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (with Sea View)

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

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Twin Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Oban, The Great Western Hotel is in the city centre and near the beach. McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Atlantis Leisure and Ardchattan Priory Garden. An Cala and Loch Visions are also worth visiting. With kayaking, windsurfing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Oban travel guide
Map
Corran Esplanade, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5PP

What's nearby

  • Oban War and Peace Museum
    Oban War and Peace Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery
    Oban Distillery
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • McCaig's Tower
    McCaig's Tower
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A view of the port and ferry terminal at Oban, Scotland on a summers day
    Oban Ferry Terminal
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Atlantis Leisure
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station
    7 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    134 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    8 min walk
  • The View Oban
    5 min walk
  • The Oban Inn
    4 min walk
  • The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon)
    9 min walk
  • Hinba Coffee Roasters
    4 min walk

About this property

The Great Western Hotel

Hotel in the city centre
The Great Western Hotel provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and secured bike storage
  • A porter/bellboy, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • A banquet hall, water sports equipment and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and baths or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8 per day); discounts available
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who intend to bring their dog must contact the property in advance to make arrangements.
This property has 24 parking spaces on-site, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking cannot be reserved in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 7.95 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8 per day (164 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Great Western Hotel Oban
Great Western Oban
The Great Western Hotel Oban
The Great Western Hotel Hotel
The Great Western Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Western Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Great Western Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Western Hotel?

As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Western Hotel on 19 Apr 2026 start from £74, including 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.

How much is parking at The Great Western Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Great Western Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Great Western Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 15.00.

Where is The Great Western Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of St. John's Cathedral and Oban Distillery. Oban War and Peace Museum and Atlantis Leisure are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Great Western Hotel Reviews

6.6

6.8

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 309 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 165 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 1148 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely welcome by the Reception staff and general manager. The hotel was undertaking some work, and recently had work completed. Fantastic views, lovely staff, great food, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Charming hotel whose golden days are behind it. Friendly staff and a lovely lounge area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great location and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and staff were very friendly and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although hotel is a little tired in decor, it was perfect for our stay. We had a large, warm, sea view room which was great to watch ferries in and out. Great breakfast, hot and a good variety. Nice lounge to sit in evening overlooking port. Staff friendly. For us - a great stay and would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A lovely stay

A very comfortable stay and the breakfast was great. The hotel is slightly dated but you can see that there is investment being put into the hotel and I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Very kind and accommodating staff. Hotel has the necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great sized room with wonderful view. The staff were excellent. We had a slight problem with the bathroom facilities, however this was rectified with no inconvenience immediately xx
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near shopping, restaurants, ferry departure, and castle; excellent views of the waterfront, decent breakfast!, spacious rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect location, staff friendly. However tv didn’t work nor did shower
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

We liked the separate sleeping areas. Bathroom was very big. We struggled a bit with the shower but we figured it out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very nice, everything was spotless. Food was good. The building is tired and old fashioned
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views Comfy beds decent staff reasonably priced defo will return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was lovely . The didn’t have Scottish blended whisky only Irish twice we went in there was no bar person on
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room and staff were fine. No issues at all.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Night before the Isle of Mull

Good location, nice vintage property. For our trip it was perfectly suited.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Amenities
Room was clean but dated. Friendly staff. Located on the seafront so had good views from the bar area. Short walk from the station along the sea front. Good selection of shops and eateries all within walking distance. Good location for transport links.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

great location

Hotel old and tired but very clean and comfortable and in great location. will definately stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean linen etc, staff tried their best. Food good and good value, the whole place wasjust in need of re decoration and mai tenance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is an old hotel with the usual problems. The beds were comfortable and the staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful property with an incredible location overlooking the bay. I wish we had planned to stay longer. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. An older hotel but it has amazing views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The great western was clean accessible to shoos and ferries and the staff were excellent and so helpfull will ve stsying there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Pauline

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very disappointed, the photographs are deceiving. The hotel was grubby and in poor condition, threadbare carpets, water stains on ceilings, grubby carpet in bedroom, mould on windows, toilet bowl moved upon seating, lift was dirty with splash marks on doors. Only positive comment I could make is that the staff were friendly enough and breakfast was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025