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The Lochnell Arms Hotel

Property class: 3

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A table with a glass of water and a bottle, overlooking a lake with houses in the background.
A room with a large window overlooking a patio area with outdoor seating.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A restaurant with a high ceiling and skylights, wooden beams, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden dining table with a fireplace, a sign for Lochnell Arms Hotel, and a cocktail menu.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services

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Lochnell Arms Hotel, Oban, Scotland, PA37 1RP
  • Place, Connel Bridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ganavan Sands
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a kettle, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a patterned wallpaper.

Triple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of a body of water and hills.

Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

A table with a glass of water and a bottle, overlooking a lake with houses in the background.

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Double Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Family Triple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

About the area

Oban

The Lochnell Arms Hotel places you steps from Loch Linnhe and within a 10-minute stroll of Connel Bridge. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free continental breakfast. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a banquet hall. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Oban hotel include Lochan Dubh and Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel.

What's nearby

  • Connel Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Oban Distillery - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 13 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Oban Connel Ferry Station - 12 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪LULU Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Tartan Tavern - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Lochnell Arms Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Oban hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Lochnell Arms Hotel offers 10 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per 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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

Yep, The Lochnell Arms Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

The closest beach to The Lochnell Arms Hotel is Ganavan Sands (5 km).

Is The Lochnell Arms Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Lochnell Arms Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Lochnell Arms Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lochnell Arms Hotel ?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Lochnell Arms Hotel 's onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

The Lochnell Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great loaction and good bar
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent breakfast staff great parking very easy and good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, good parking, nice clean room and nice continental breakfast. Would definitely stay again if I revisit the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
More like a pub with rooms than a hotel, but ok for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfy and the staff were delightful. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please note that the hotel is about 5 miles out from Oban town. A comfortable stay with friendly and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lochnell Arms was a lovely quaint stay near beautiful Oban. Room was spacious and clean! Also the staff was very kind in greeting us. Really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cozy homely feel lovely rooms and view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vytis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled around west east Scotland, between hotels was distance including ferry’s, but this hotel was exceptional great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and god service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
a little rustic/dated.could do with a spring clean and new carpets
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness
first class. quiet, comfortable, good food, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Choi Ching

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent, and the manager, Beth, was incredibly helpful. She took the time to recommend the must-see places and local experiences to try at our next destination, which we really appreciated. Her warm hospitality made our visit even more enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARJORIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
L’hôtel est très bien placé ; le personnel très accueillant ! Nous avons apprécié les jeux de société et manger près de la cheminée ! Les plats étaient bons et copieux ! Le petit déjeuner dans le second restaurant était parfait !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Cécile

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La chambre était très bien, il faisait un peu froid car il faisait très froid dehors. On a très bien mangé au restaurant.
Depuis la salle du petit déjeuner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Destacaría la ubicación, las vistas y la tranquilidad. La habitación estaba genial, el personal súper amable y el desayuno me gustó mucho.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026