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The Royal Hotel

2.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

Photo gallery for The Royal Hotel

Property entrance
Staircase
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE
  • McCaig's Tower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster)

Double Room (4 Poster)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double Room

Junior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room (3 People)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room (3 People)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 34 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Double Room Single Use

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Oban

The Royal Hotel puts you in the heart of Oban, within steps of RSPB Visitor Centre and McCaig's Tower. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Meeting rooms and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this Oban hotel, you'll find Oban Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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 eco-certified 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
  • Conference 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel offers 91 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site 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

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: 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: 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

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, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Hotel?

The Royal Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of 10 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$245.45, 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.

Is parking available at The Royal Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Hotel?

The closest beach to The Royal Hotel is Ganavan Sands (3 km).

Does The Royal Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Hotel?

No, The Royal Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Royal Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Glencruitten Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 712 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 712 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 712 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 712 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 712 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

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with group
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
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An all round good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had another good stay in the hotel and central to walk about Oban
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely checking, nice meal at restaurant, very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Lovely welcome at classic style hotel

Traditional hotel needs some attention: single glazed sash windows mean the room would be hard to heat in winter. Lovely welcome and I was delighted to get a room upgrade 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing at present.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Triston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money, facilities were just what i needed. Breakfast was super, excellent selection of items, well cooked and tasty. Staff were very polite. I've stayed here before and will stay again.I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception Staff extremely helpful and advisory. Insufficient parking at the property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Beds very comfortable Perhaps a little updating: T.V. on wall rather than on dresser Toilet roll holders in Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Close too all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome by staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome and excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

I would stay here again

Reviews of this hotel are binary - people either seem to love or really dislike it. I stayed based on the excellent price. I was "upgraded" from a single to a twin room, quite possibly because the single room was one floor above a Christmas party and the twin was on the fifth floor. The room appeared to have been redecorated quite recently though the furniture seemed to date from the 1990s. Yes, some of the carpets on the stairs are worn. Yes, the floorboards are creaky and uneven (the building is centuries old!). Yes, there are bumps, scrapes and chips on the walls and doors. But - the bed linen was fresh and clean, the mattress comfortable, the shower powerful and hot, and the WiFi fast. What more do you want for the money? Oban has more than its share of "faded charm" Victorian hotels; I'd happily stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander Stewart

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality food and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024