Slate Islands Travel Guide
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Perle Oban Hotel & Spa
Excellent Location, just mins walk from the railway station and pier.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Great Western Hotel
Very poorly maintained hotel and overly priced for what you get. Their excuse is it’s a “old building” and they are working on repairs but in my view this does not excuse the price point or lack of maintenance. Would not recommend and will never be back.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Corran House Guest House & Hostel
Great value for the price. Nice staff, great location & very clean room with comfortable beds & lovely view of the sea. Kitchen had everything we needed. Will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Ranald Apartments
We loved everything about this apartment, in a quiet buy super close to the harbor, 8 minutes walk, beautiful clean apartment with everything needed, fairly new and very modern. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Luxury Sea View Pods
I absolutely loved my stay here! It was very easy to find, staff were very communicative, and it was convenient to everything I wanted to do. Most of all, it was extremely quiet and peaceful, with an unbeatable view every morning. The nearby inn offered great food and friendly service for dinner, ...
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Cabin 16 'Duart'
A Cosy Cabin With Views Over Loch Awe.
Gregor the host was very friendly and approachable. The setting was beautiful, the cabin was cosy and had everything we needed. However the double bed would benefit from a mattress topper, the bunks were comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit

Oban Distillery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Oban Distillery during your trip to Oban. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Ganavan Sands
Spend a few hours wading, strolling or building sandcastles at this lovely Blue Flag beach.

Connel Bridge
You can learn about the history of Oban when you stop by Connel Bridge. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel
Trace the rich and colorful history of this ruined 13th-century fortress, the site of heroic battles, royal residences and political imprisonments.

Oban War and Peace Museum
Discover the history of Oban and its military involvement at this compact yet compelling little museum.

McCaig's Tower
See the views across Oban Bay to the Atlantic Islands from the platform of Oban’s most unusual landmark.
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