In the heart of the city, The Royal Hotel offers a unique blend of style and substance. Enjoy a drink at the bar, savor a meal in the restaurant, or host an event in one of our meeting rooms or banquet hall. With free WiFi and newspapers available in the lobby to keep you informed throughout your stay.
Reviews
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Bar
Parking available
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour room service
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Conference space
Concierge services
Wedding services
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Elevator
The current price is $84
$84
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Room options
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Classic Double Room (1 Adult)
Highlights
Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
16 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed
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Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
16 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Double Room (4 Poster)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
25 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
17 sq m
Sleeps 1
2 Twin Beds
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Classic Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)
Highlights
Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
14 sq m
Sleeps 1
2 Twin Beds
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Classic Double Room
Highlights
Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Junior Double Room
Highlights
Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
18 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Family Room (3 People)
Highlights
Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
22 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Superior Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
17 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 137 min drive
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 172 min drive
Oban Station - 1 min walk
Oban Connel Ferry Station - 11 min drive
Taynuilt Station - 21 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
The Royal Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Oban Ferry Terminal. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
91 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Built in 1895
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Royal Hotel Oban
Royal Oban
The Royal Hotel Oban
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Hotel Oban
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Hotel?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Royal Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and scuba diving, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Royal Hotel like?
The Royal Hotel is in the heart of Oban, a short 1-minute walk from Oban Station and 6 minutes' walk from Oban Ferry Terminal.
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The Royal Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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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
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Great place to stay
Warm welcome and great support for my new puppy while staying there, great value and will return
Samuel
Samuel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Decent hotel great value and friendly staff!
Lewis
Lewis, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2024
Perfect location, great breakfast!
Shivangi
Shivangi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Really comfortable room soft pillows and so clean staff absolutely amazing very good breakfast,no complaints also entertainment in the evening.would definitely recommend great value for the price .
Jayne
Jayne, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 21, 2024
Clean, bed OK, decent breakfast
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
over night no problems staff very good and helpful
Overnight stay most helpful sorted TV as to modering for me as I am Dilxie
charles
charles, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
Great town
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 2, 2024
Right in central Oban convenient to bus depot an ferry. Lots of restaurants
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Royal Hotel, Oban
Our stay was most enjoyable, the staff were very helpful. Our room was spacious and clean but would have benefitted a second chair.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
Excellent service and comfortable room
Damien
Damien, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2024
Stayed for one night
Good breakfast clean room good shower
Hugh
Hugh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
I enjoyed my stay at Royal Hotel in Oban.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Findings as anove
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay and would use them again in the future.
Andy
Andy, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2024
Single room very small , breakfast average at best
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 6, 2024
The price was very good for a Sunday night stay.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2024
Looked lovely outside. Buffet breakfast very good.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Property is old, but well maintained.
Georgina
Georgina, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2024
Great location, staff were very friendly and helpful. Only criticism is the floorboards in the room were extremely noisy.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2024
Cental location. Staff very polite and helpful.
Jane
Jane, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
Royal Hotel Oban
Pleasant hotel, ideally located , a stones throw from the harbour and all amenities, easy walking distance to the same. Car parking was available ,just managed to squeeze in next to the 4x4's!!
Room was good ,bathroom was excellent , breakfast was very good , so all in all no complaints.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 1, 2024
Very good breakfast.
Jones
Jones, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2024
Clean and comfortable
Really comfy beds, fab breakfast, but couldn't get the shower to work, no instructions so couldn't figure out how to start it.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2024
Room and Breakfast were satisfying.
For the evening meal I would recommend to go to one of the many good / excellent, also some for snaller budgets, restaurants around the harbor.
Fish&Chips was okay, but frozen and fried.