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The Great Western Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Oban Ferry Terminal

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Daily English breakfast (GBP 14.95 per person)
Room amenity
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Lake

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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Corran Esplanade, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5PP
  • Oban Distillery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Ganavan Sands
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

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

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room (with Sea View)

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

Double Room (with Sea View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room (with Sea View)

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

Twin Room (with Sea View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room (with Sea View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room (with Sea View)

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

Superior Double Room (with Sea View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Oban

The Great Western Hotel places you in the centre of Oban, steps from St. John's Cathedral and within a short 5-minute stroll of Oban War and Peace Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a porter/bellboy and a front desk safe. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 3-property class Oban hotel, you'll find Oban Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oban Distillery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 7 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kaina - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ee-Usk - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Great Western Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, near Oban Ferry Terminal
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 6 meeting rooms available. The Great Western Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a front desk safe, and a porter. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Great Western Hotel offers 79 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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1 Oct - 2 Oct
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Secured parking on site (GBP 6 per day)
  • Limited on-site 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 14.95 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
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: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and from GBP 7.95 for children
  • Secured self-parking fee: GBP 6.00 per day
  • 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

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; cash is not accepted
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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 parking available at The Great Western Hotel?

Yep, The Great Western Hotel has a secured self car park for GBP 6.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Western Hotel on 5 Oct 2025 start from AU$153.48, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Great Western Hotel?

The closest beach to The Great Western Hotel is Ganavan Sands (2.4 km).

Does The Great Western Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers give a thumbs up to the English brekkie here! Served weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Great Western Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Great Western Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Great Western Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Great Western Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.