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The Ranald Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, a quick walk to McCaig's Tower

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Grand Room (Plus)
Grand (with Wheelchair access) | Bathroom
Grand Room
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$298
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

Explore the area

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41 Stevenson Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5NA
  • Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ganavan Sands
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand (with Wheelchair access)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon

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Grand Room (Plus)

Grand Room (Plus)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Oban

At The Ranald Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of McCaig's Tower and within 20 minutes of Ganavan Sands. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Oban hotel, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds.

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 - 3 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ranald Hotel

Hotel with a bar, a quick walk to McCaig's Tower
WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This 3.5-star Oban hotel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Ranald Hotel offers 17 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (76 centimetre high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day.
  • 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 for adults and from GBP 5 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ranald Hotel?

The Ranald 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 Ranald Hotel?

As of 7 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ranald Hotel on 9 July 2025 start from AU$297.94, 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 Ranald Hotel?

Yep, The Ranald Hotel is a short 20-minute walk from Ganavan Sands.

What makes The Ranald Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ranald Hotel.

Does The Ranald Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is available weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

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

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Ranald Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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

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

The Ranald Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 292 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 292 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 292 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 292 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 292 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent to work with. They even arranged same day laundry service at a very modest rate.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Best in Oban.

From check in to check out I’ve no complaints, staff easy to deal with amd so friendly, nice comfortable bed and hot shower what more do you need. I also left an article of clothing so phoned up the next day and the staff posted it back to me, fantastic service. Room was spotless and the housekeeping was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian

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

Oban nov 2024

Nice quite hotel, staff lovely & good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

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

A decent hotel in Oban

We stayed for one night to attend the Mod. The hotel met our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

Great room in central location

Receptionist was excellent and welcoming, room was great too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Nice boutique style hotel

Lovely boutique style hotel close to pier and amenities. Lovely clean modem room. Nice shower room. We’re staying in a different room for our second night and hotel very kindly gave us early access.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

colin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, close to everything. Room was rather small but nice. Parking was street parking on a meter that had to be updated ever 2 hrs during the day….restrictive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pringle

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The Randal was very clean and comfortable. The staff were lovely and breakfast was great! We were happy with our choice to choose The Randal. It was only a 5 minute walk from the Oban Train Station. I would highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
When we arrived the rooms were not ready but the reception area toilet was not working so we had to leave the hotel to find a bathroom after our 3 hour drive there. Also there is no lift and the stairway is very narrow. It was difficult for me to get our large North Face rolling duffel bags up to the room 3 floors up. The staff seemed indifferent to our arrival. Choice of hotels is limited in Oban but I would try the Perle Oban Hotel in the future. We had 5 people in 3 rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was really nice staff very helpful and breakfast lovely. Only slight issue was the trundle bed in room for 3rd person was very uncomfortable and had to end up sleeping in sofa instead
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Oban is a beautiful town on the water, with a variety of options for dining and shopping. The hotel is centrally located, in a safe area, the rooms are quite large and it was very quiet at night. No parking on premises but that is the case with most hotels in Oban. Plenty of car parks, though, located near the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom was spotless. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Toni

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Good for a quick stay

Pros: Spacious room. Impressive water pressure in the shower. Everything in great condition. Location is central. Good breakfast. Cons: The wall is paper-thin; you can hear everything in the hallway. Staff did everything they were supposed to, but they could be more friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member I came in contact with was very accommodating. The room was tastefully decorated and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Handicapped bathroom freezing plus very heavy bathroom doors! Dining room way too small and options very limited!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful spot. Very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Clean and comfortable

Clean, comfortable hotel close to the railway station and town centre. I had a small room and the hotel were honest and said it was probably best suited to solo travellers or short stays. The room was big enough but the bathroom was tiny. Fine for solo travellers though. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very efficient checkin lovley receptionist and waiting staff good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short one night stay, easy check in and helpful staff and rooms comfortable and spacious. Great location near train/ferry and harbour.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024