Title: The Royal Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Royal Hotel Experience top-notch service with friendly staff while staying connected through WiFi. ## Photo gallery for The Royal Hotel ![Staircase - The Royal Hotel (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/33c72485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Royal Hotel (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/0eb30663.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase - The Royal Hotel (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/671937ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - The Royal Hotel (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/3a48f998.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Royal Hotel (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/ecc5455f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the heart of the city, The Royal Hotel offers a unique blend of style and substance. Enjoy a drink at the bar, savor a meal in the restaurant, or host an event in one of our meeting rooms or banquet hall. With free WiFi and newspapers available in the lobby to keep you informed throughout your stay. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services - Bar £68 includes taxes & fees 30 Jan - 31 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 29 - Jan 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 30 - Jan 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 18 of 18 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/a3d737ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room 8.8 Excellent 9 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Classic Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/1431af4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 135 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room (3 People) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/48360aa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room (3 People) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/9933a49a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/e8750181.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 8.4 Very good 8 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Single Room ![Classic Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/f29ab3c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Single Room 8.6 Excellent 32 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 97 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room (1 Adult) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/60d28369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room (1 Adult) ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Classic Double Room (1 Adult) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/1431af4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room (1 Adult) ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Double Room (4 Poster) ![Double Room (4 Poster) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/46313359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (4 Poster) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room (1 Adult) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/9933a49a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room (1 Adult) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room (1 Adult) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/e8750181.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room (1 Adult) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/78678608.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - Partial sea view - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/48360aa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - Partial sea view - 366 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/9933a49a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/78678608.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - Partial sea view - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Junior Double Room ![Junior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/1bcad19b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Junior Double Room Single Use ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/2118843e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Double Room Single Use ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/9933a49a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View ### Highlights Heating TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - Partial sea view - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOban-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h971490.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOban-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h971490.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Oban, The Royal 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 activities can be experienced at Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club. Ardchattan Priory Garden and An Cala are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving and other activities like golfing. [Visit our Oban travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oban.dx9144) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.41184%2C-5.47186&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kDS0BA51aCByDhFOmNNDu217pMg=) Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE ### What's nearby - ![Found a treasure here](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9144/9c570cbb-0900-4197-8bdc-48986f665519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oban Distillery 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![McCaig\'s Tower featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092963/0dafcc39-bc94-4e33-b458-8820739ecf0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) McCaig's Tower 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![A view of the port and ferry terminal at Oban, Scotland on a summers day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558012031/f12cdf8e-2411-4558-93e9-615f2bcff4d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oban Ferry Terminal 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Oban War and Peace Museum which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6166453/a0ac92a3-063d-47a5-a322-73be6c5634b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oban War and Peace Museum 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Glencruitten Golf Club 13 min walk \- 0.7 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 - Oban Chocolate Company 7 min walk ## About this property ### The Royal Hotel Hotel in the city centre At The Royal Hotel, you can look forward to a bar, conference space and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Full breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and smoke-free property - A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services - A billiards/pool table, a TV in reception and meeting rooms - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 91 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. 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Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - Lift ### More - Ballroom - Banquet hall - Built in 1895 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### 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 and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### 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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and from GBP 8.95 for children - Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees 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, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards 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. ### 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 ### Is The Royal Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel? ### How much is parking at The Royal Hotel? ### What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel? ### Where is The Royal Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Royal Hotel Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 187 8 - Good 314 6 - Okay 188 4 - Poor 58 2 - Terrible 27 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart 17 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel we stay every year for The Diver’s Convention! Clean comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast and friendly staff! We’ll see you again in 2026 ##### Stuart Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 16 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had fantastic views from the room. Central location. Warm welcome. Comfortable room. ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Cosy hotel in central Oban Central location and a cosy old type hotel Short ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey 4 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities All GOOD. FOOD GOOD. BEDROOM GOOD STAFF GREAT STAFF NICLE MACINNES WILL BE BACK NEXT YEAR THANK YOU ##### Jeffrey Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Staff friendly, plenty of choice at breakfast, glise to all sjooex rtc ##### Elaine Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Dain 14 Sept 2025 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. ##### Dain Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Christina 8 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Staff excellent, food excellent. I had a single room which was very dated, radiator in bedroom kept it warm. I couldnt stay until the Monday as the bathroom was tiny with walk-in shower, tiles broken on floor and so cold - it was like an ice box, i came home on Sunday instead of the Monday. I have come home with a cold ##### Christina Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah 3 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Perfect location for station and harbourside. Good breakfast and comfortable room for price. ##### Sarah Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 14 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities People and exelent bar food. ##### Brian Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### wes 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Staff & service mentioned 2 things we wanted fan (hot night) & bath plug not sealing correctly.Both were sorted while we had breakfast! Not used to such prompt service ##### wes Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan 11 Jul 2025 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. ##### Joan Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MARGARET 31 Aug 2025 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 ##### MARGARET Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities breakfast freshly cooked but no fresh fruit. Room cleaned daily a definite plus. staff excellent; friendly and efficient. Don't drink so no visit to bar. 1 negative a refurb is overdue but all areas are clean ##### Anne Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Royal Hotel is very central to everything in Oban Lovely warm bedrooms and bathrooms Will stay here again ##### Susan Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had another good stay in the hotel and central to walk about Oban ##### Donald Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda 18 Jul 2025 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. ##### Linda Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shivangi 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Staff & service Perfect location, great breakfast! ##### Shivangi Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilhelmina 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely checking, nice meal at restaurant, very clean room ##### Wilhelmina Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice stay Lovely hotel.. but run down but it’s an old building so no problem with that. Great breakfast. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda 31 Jul 2025 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 👌 ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alexander Stewart 25 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good quality food and great staff. ##### Alexander Stewart Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lewis 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Decent hotel great value and friendly staff! ##### Lewis Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Valerie 5 May 2025 Hotel good does need a little updating staff friendly. Breakfast good choice but food could be warmer. Location good. Would stay again. ##### Valerie Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### L 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Royal Hotel Oban It was a very good stay, with really friendly staff. Breakfasts were good. Hotel was pnly 5 minutes walk from the train station. ##### L Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Thomas 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Good place to land and stay in Oban for a couple days. The breakfast was hearty, though typical. Coffee was good. Rooms are clean and acceptable for tourist travel. Helpful staff. Good location overall. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hot tub lodge with stunning view](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taynuilt-Hotels-Hot-Tub-Lodge-With-Stunning-Lodge.h59769535.Hotel-Information) > > [Strathburn Hotel Inverurie by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverurie-Hotels-Strathburn-Hotel-Inverurie-By-Compass-Hospitality.h12578746.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Hotel Inverness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-Inverness.h20408.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Hotel Peebles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Peebles-Hotels-The-Park-Hotel-Peebles.h13177753.Hotel-Information) > > [Raven’s Cliff, Motherwell by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Motherwell-Hotels-Ravens-Cliff.h23151361.Hotel-Information) > > [Highgrove House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kilmarnock-Hotels-Highgrove-House-Hotel.h29841477.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fox And Willow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ayr-Hotels-The-Fox-And-Willow.h4563123.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Aberdeen-West.h1583000.Hotel-Information) > > [Tigh Mor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stirling-Hotels-Tigh-Mor.h23064993.Hotel-Information) > > [Rusacks St Andrews](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews-Hotels-Rusacks-St-Andrews.h21486.Hotel-Information) > > [Myrtle Bank Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Hotels-Myrtle-Bank-Hotel.h20233396.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Perth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Hotels-The-Station-Hotel.h4564713.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Bank Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Pine-Bank-Chalets.h29344496.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Strathspey Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Macdonald-Strathspey-Hotel.h2429678.Hotel-Information) > > [The Esplanade Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunoon-Hotels-OYO-The-Esplanade-Hotel.h6467698.Hotel-Information) > > [Dollar Lodge and Holiday Home Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dollar-Hotels-Dollar-Lodge-And-Holiday-Home-Park.h16873772.Hotel-Information) > > [UHI Inverness – Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Cityheart-Inverness-Campus-Accommodation.h18692953.Hotel-Information) > > [Crieff Hydro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crieff-Hotels-Crieff-Hydro.h574583.Hotel-Information) > > [Seabraes Apartments and Rooms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dundee-Hotels-Seabraes.h67115620.Hotel-Information) > > [The Victoria Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkcaldy-Hotels-The-Victoria-Hotel.h4482159.Hotel-Information) > > [Buccleuch Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moffat-Hotels-Buccleuch-Arms-Hotel-Restaurant.h5436640.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Macdonald-Aviemore-Luxury-Woodland-Lodges.h34755276.Hotel-Information) > > [Red Squirrel, Stevenston by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stevenston-Hotels-Red-Squirrel.h31884764.Hotel-Information) > > [Bentley Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Motherwell-Hotels-Bentley-Hotel.h32118669.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Duchally Country Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auchterarder-Hotels-CLC-Duchally-Country-Estate-Hotel-Resort.h79023.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochgreen House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Troon-Hotels-Lochgreen-House-Hotel.h12755818.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Lomond Waterfront Luxury Lodges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Loch-Lomond-Waterfront-Luxury-Lodges.h27365911.Hotel-Information) > > [The Millcroft Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Hotels-Millcroft-Hotel.h35254076.Hotel-Information) > > [Metro Inns Falkirk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falkirk-Hotels-OYO-Metro-Inns-Falkirk.h22202528.Hotel-Information) ---