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The Scot

3.0 star property

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A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, high stools, and a brick wall backdrop.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a radiator, and a skylight.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with chairs.
A modern lounge area with grey upholstered armchairs, a round coffee table, and a wooden floor.
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

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138 George St, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5NX
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban War and Peace Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, McCaig's Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two single beds, each with white linens and pillows. There is a wooden nightstand with a lamp on it.

Standard Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table, and framed abstract art on the walls.

Standard Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a marble coffee table, a wooden door, a television, and a skylight.

Standard Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Oban

At The Scot you'll be within steps of St. John's Cathedral and Oban Distillery. Highlights at this B&B include free in-room WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Oban B&B include Atlantis Leisure and RSPB Visitor Centre.
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What's nearby

  • St. John's Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Glencruitten Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 17 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪LULU Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Tartan Tavern - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Scot

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Scot also features a terrace and coffee/tea in common area. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Oban bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Scot offers 24 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 to 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 to 14.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Scot B&B Oban
Scot Oban
The Scot Oban
The Scot Bed & breakfast
The Scot Bed & breakfast Oban

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Scot?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Scot?

As of 26 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scot on 2 Aug 2026 start from AU$255, 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 Scot?

Yep, The Scot has a self car park for GBP 10 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Scot?

The closest beach to The Scot is Ganavan Sands (2.4 km).

Does The Scot serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Scot?

No, The Scot does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Scot?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Scot?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Scot?

There isn't one on site, but Glencruitten Golf Club is a short 19-minute walk away.

The Scot Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 674 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 674 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 674 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 674 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 674 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a quick stopover in Oban and the Scot was perfect for our needs. Location was great, with close proximity to the harbour, cafes and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located in town with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed & shower and really fluffy towels
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Peter

Stay was ok, no lift, pay for parking, Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to walk the town, the team at the Scot were incredible, lovely people!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As always never disappoints rooms excellent place spotless couldn’t stay at a better hotel … Will be back 💫💫💫
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible value for money, Lovely rooms, staff, food, location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with excellent customer service. Parking was also included which was a rare find
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quick and friendly check-in, good shower room, spacious bedroom and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with parking on site. Friendly staff, lovely bedrooms and decor throughout. Tithe only negative we found was no lift. With lovely weather, Oban at it.’s best!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable and quiet, despite overlooking Oban's main thoroughfare.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good, well looked after and staff were helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Mia at reception was outstanding during our stay, made us feel really at ease and went above and beyond
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Beds, towels, lovely staff, great location& super clean. We really enjoyed our stay here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room , free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast, that you have to order the day before was excellent, plentyfull hot & well cooked. The young waitress was helpful, attentive & very pleasant. Parking was excellent, numerous spaces & behind hotel & safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely couldn’t fault accommodation, rooms lovely and modern . Central to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good bed, nice bathroom, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice modern hotel. Clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was so spotless just brilliant, lovely staff member called Vorteck, very helpful and efficient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice and helpful hotel is very nice wee had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice restauraunt nearby with great cocktails and food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great rooms and facilities. Ideal location with car park. Friendly staff. Slight disappointment that breakfast wasn’t included. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff polite and room was exceptionally good. Great bed and very good shower. Ill be staying there again soon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025