Title: The Royal Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Oban Ferry Terminal ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/3a48f998.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/20a63cf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/33c72485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971500/971490/f3169ec5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](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. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Bar - Room service - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly £61 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=971490&PinnedHotelID=971490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 18 of 18 rooms ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 135 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![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 28 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 97 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Single Beds ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Single Beds ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 172 sq ft - Partial sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 366 sq ft - Partial sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![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 Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 172 sq ft - Partial sea view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle In-room safe - 194 sq ft - Partial sea view - 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. 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[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 ![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 - McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Oban Distillery - 4 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 - Ganavan Sands - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles #### Getting around - Oban Station - 1 min walk - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 137 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk - ‪Kaina - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### The Royal Hotel Hotel near Oban Ferry Terminal 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), luggage storage and concierge services - Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and a TV in reception - A 24-hour front desk, a lift 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. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1420000/1419400/1419323/w5885h3900x0y0-64ac9fbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Muthu Oban Regent Hotel - Refurbished Oban - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar 8.0 Very good 164 reviews £74 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=1419323&PinnedHotelID=1419323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18740000/18732100/18732053/9dc01b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Muthu Alexandra Hotel Oban - 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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 ### Family friendly - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - 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 ### 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? > Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel? > As of 29 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 9 Nov 2025 start from £61.2, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oban-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h971490.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Royal Hotel? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is The Royal Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of RSPB Visitor Centre and Oban Ferry Terminal. McCaig's Tower and Oban Distillery are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is only a 1-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 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) 10 - Excellent 176 8 - Good 307 6 - Okay 181 4 - Poor 58 2 - Terrible 27 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.2/10 Staff & service ### 7.4/10 Amenities ### 6.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank 3 Oct 2025 All within easy reach of the hotel. ##### Frank Stayed 1 night in Oct 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 #### John 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Location was brilliant! ##### John Stayed 1 night in Aug 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret 4 Sept 2025 Convenient location to ferry and railway station ##### Margaret Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kieran 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Decent hotel for one night after hiking nearby ##### Kieran Stayed 1 night in Jul 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 #### Edwin 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was good ##### Edwin Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Wendy 28 Sept 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Heard every noise from rooms upstairs, very noisy. Lovely big hotel but very dated. Woken with fire alarm very early. ##### Wendy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### laura 18 Aug 2025 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. ##### laura Stayed 1 night in Aug 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 ### 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 ### 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 ### 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 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark 10 Sept 2025 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. ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Emma 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Ideal location and a decent sized mug for the tea! Shortbread was a nice touch. ##### Emma Stayed 1 night in May 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 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mary-Louise 30 Jul 2025 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. ##### Mary-Louise Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay Warm welcome and great support for my new puppy while staying there, great value and will return ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/28E26F04F6FD031CC062F121E4DB670FA08A677A1737379778978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Samuel Stayed 1 night in Jan 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 ### 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 ### 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. 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