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Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
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The Great Western Hotel, Oban
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About the Hotel
Corran Esplanade,
Oban,
United Kingdom,
PA34 5PP,
Highlands
- Close to the harbour
Guest rating
5.5
6.4
1.4
3.0
Loved by The Great Western Hotel guests
"Loved the view, the front window of our room looked out over the shoreline and the sea!"
"The views from the bar area over Oban bay are outstanding."
"Hotel location was great, short stroll to centre."
Rooms at The Great Western
The Great Western Hotel has a variety of rooms including family rooms, singles, doubles, and twins. Each room features a TV, desk, and coffee/tea maker. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Rooms include air conditioning, a television, telephone, Wi-Fi access, desk, coffee/tea maker, and private bathroom with hairdryer. Each double room includes an electric kettle. All children under 2 years old.
Dining at the hotel
The Great Western Hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. The restaurant has a menu including traditional favorites.
Leisure and Activities
The hotel has a lounge area. Entertainment is provided some days of the week. Popular activities in the area include country walks, angling, sailing, diving, and bird-watching. There are 2 golf courses less than 2 miles away. Guests can enjoy views of the bay and Kerrara Island. Plenty of adventures in the water.
Location and Access
The Great Western Hotel is in Oban, 3 km from Oban, and 5 km from Oban. It is situated 33 km from Inveraray and 49 km from Fort William. It is close to the shops and harbour. Landmarks nearby include Alice Strange (1 km), The Jetty Gallery (1 km), Roman Catholic Diocese of Argyll and the Isles (0.5 km), Oban War Memorial (0.5 km), St John's Cathedral (0.5 km), Oban Marina (1 km), and McCaig's Tower (1 km). Oban Ferries is 1 mile away and Oban Sailing Club is 1.3 miles away. The property is in an area with good shopping.
Services and Amenities
The Great Western Hotel features free Wi-Fi. A 24-hour front desk is available. Other amenities include self-parking and express check-out. The hotel allows pets on request. The facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, 24hr reception, parking, restaurant, bar, pets allowed on request, business services, a lounge area and an elevator.
“This hotel, set on Oban's esplanade, certainly holds historical charm and a prime location for exploring the bay and nearby Kerrera Island. I noted the helpfulness of the staff and a decent breakfast reported, along with available excursion packages, yet some areas appear to need significant refurbishment. While promising a family-friendly environment and local entertainment, be aware that some aspects of the property may not meet modern expectations of upkeep.”
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Standard Single Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet
1 Single bed
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Standard Double Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet
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2 persons
220 sq. feet
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2 persons
220 sq. feet
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Facilities
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General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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The Great Western Hotel Location
Corran Esplanade,
Oban,
United Kingdom,
PA34 5PP,
Highlands
Map view
Corran Esplanade,
Oban,
United Kingdom,
PA34 5PP,
Highlands
City landmarks
Landmark
McCaig's Tower
4400 ft
Museum
Dunollie Museum
3900 ft
Museum
Oban War and Peace Museum
3100 ft
Church
St Columba's Cathedral
2500 ft
Cinema
Oban Phoenix Cinema
2300 ft
Church
St John's Cathedral
2500 ft
Gallery
The Jetty Gallery
3500 ft
Landmark
Roman Catholic Diocese of Argyll and the Isles
2400 ft
Landmark
Purdie's of Oban
5000 ft
Landmark
Oban Marina
4900 ft
Church
Oban Baptist Church
2800 ft
Landmark
Sound of Kerrera
3100 ft
Gallery
Alice Strange
3400 ft
Landmark
Parsley the Ambassador Cat
5100 ft
Golf Course
Glencruitten Golf Club
4000 ft
Landmark
Hutcheson's Monument
4700 ft
Landmark
Cathedral of Trees
4900 ft
Landmark
Lochan Dubh
1.1
mi
Island
Maiden Island
1.2
mi
Beach
Ganavan Sands
1.4
mi
Landmark
Ganavan Bay
1.4
mi
Landmark
Glencruitten Cathedral of Trees SCIO
1.6
mi
Store
Puffin Dive Centre
2.3
mi
Castle
Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel
2.9
mi
Landmark
Ocean Explorer Centre
2.7
mi
Landmark
Loch Nell
2.7
mi
Landmark
Dunstaffnage Chapel
2.8
mi
Landmark
Etive Boat Trips
2.8
mi
Landmark
Oban Distillery
7.3
mi
Nearby
200 Corran Esplanade
Oban War Memorial
1300 ft
Restaurants
Nories
3500 ft
86 George Street
The Little Potting Shed Cafe
3500 ft
5 John Street
The Pokey Hat
7.3
mi
13 Stafford Street
Little Bay Cafe
7.3
mi
On the front at Oban next to sea wall
Kronks deli
7.3
mi
7 Stafford Street
Abbie's Cafe
4400 ft
9 Argyll Street
Oban Seafood Hut.
1.4
mi
Railway Pier
Aulay's Bar
1.6
mi
8 Airds Crescent
Food From Argyll at the Pier
1.4
mi
Oban Ferry Terminal Railway Pier
The Lorne Bar
1.4
mi
Stevenson Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 6 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP14.95 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Italian, Romanian, Hindi, Ukrainian
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
72
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about The Great Western Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
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Pros
Sea view
Good breakfast
Large room
Friendly staff
Old features
Cons
Poor repair
Dirty hotel
Broken shower
Poor bar selection
Uncomfortable bed
Guest reviewsbased on 2915 reviews
Ella from Ireland
Couple
Double Room Sea View
2 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:November 20, 2025
9.5/10
Wonderful Seaview Stay
good spacelovely viewcute appearancegood breakfast
My double seaview room had a good amount of space. The view was particularly lovely from my window. Public areas in the hotel presented a cute appearance. I thought the inclusive dinner from the package was very good. Breakfast choices were also very good with many options.
The hotel had scaffolding and some materials were present near the front.
Rooms
9/10
The double room included an enormous sash window that overlooked the isle. A comfortable bed helped ensure good rest , and bedding was warm and fine.
Service
10/10
Staff members throughout the hotel were friendly. I also found them helpful with various requests. The staff was easygoing with a nice atmosphere.
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Bob from United States
Single
Standard Double Room
4 nights in June 2025
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Reviewed:June 29, 2025
5/10
good locationunclear signagemoldy showers
the location was good to the town attractions and shops.
the signage inside the hotel was not clear. finding the stairs proved tricky. the hotel presented itself as not smoking hotel, yet i saw two people smoking on my floor by the fire doors.
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FAQs
About The Great Western Hotel
What is the distance from The Great Western Hotel to the city center of Oban?
The hotel is located 3 km from the city center of Oban.
How far is The Great Western Hotel from the nearest airport?
The hotel is situated 56 km from Coll Airport.
What amenities are available in the rooms at The Great Western Hotel?
Rooms feature air conditioning, a TV, a desk, tea/coffee making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom.
What dining options are available at The Great Western Hotel?
The hotel features an on-site restaurant, a snack bar, and a bar/lounge area.
What nearby attractions are easily accessible from The Great Western Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Oban Distillery and Visitor Centre (0.5 km), McCaig's Tower (1 km), and Dunstaffnage Castle (4 km).
What recreational activities can guests enjoy near The Great Western Hotel?
Popular activities in the area include sailing, diving, country walks, angling, and bird-watching.
What is the policy regarding breakfast at The Great Western Hotel?
Breakfast is available for an additional charge of £13.
Does The Great Western Hotel provide any entertainment options?
Entertainment is provided some days of the week for guests.
Does The Great Western Hotel offer accessible features?
The hotel has an elevator for guest convenience.
Is there a business center available at The Great Western Hotel?
The hotel offers business services including access to a lounge area.
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