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The Royal Hotel

2.0 star property

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Staircase
Staircase
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, McCaig's Tower
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban War and Peace Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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A standard hotel room with a single bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a headboard.

Junior Double Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two single beds, bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a radiator.

Superior Twin Room with Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Four Poster Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a plaid bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

Classic Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (3 People)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

A neatly made bed with a plaid bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room (4 Poster) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Double Room (4 Poster)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

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

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

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

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Double Room Single Use

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Junior Double Room Single Use

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Royal Hotel

A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, 24-hour room service, conference space and concierge services are on-site.
The Royal Hotel offers 91 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Royal Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from RSPB Visitor Centre. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • Steps from RSPB Visitor Centre and 5 minutes on foot from Oban Distillery
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Royal Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and 24-hour room service.

This Oban hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
The Royal Hotel has a restaurant on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1895
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and from GBP 8.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Oban
Royal Oban
The Royal Hotel Oban
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Hotel Oban

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 851 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 851 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 211 out of 851 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 851 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 851 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, food good and near shops also friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location,Staff superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was good, and the staff were extremely helpful. The hotel does look very dated though, and the carpets were very worn especially noticeable on the stairs. The room was clean and the hotel is in good location
Cooked breakfast in the morning
Single room
Single room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was a wee bit dated but spotless , staff were lovely 😍. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was very spacious with a large bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would come back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, tired decor and facade but you get what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Polite and friendly reception staff (both day and night shift). Good room. Serviced all my requirements. Hotel has a central Oban location. Breakfast perfectly adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms vey clean staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Fair price. Evening meal was enjoyable. Very Dog friendly. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great 2 night stay. Reception staff very helpful and so pleasant. Breakfast on both mornings had a good selection of cooked items. The bar lounge does good food and a Sunday roast. Very central to everything. Definitely good value for money and will stay there my next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are always friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ewan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Down town Oban. Lots of everything about
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent value for money, great staff, central location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is situated close to most shops. The staff were really pleasant and helpful. The room, although clean, looked very tired and could do with some simple repairs and some upgrading.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service
Room was clean and had a view of the ocean. Overall, very noisy doors seaming, showers in other rooms all hours of the night. I was closer to the back where there seemed to be a lot of people coming and going despite there only being 4 rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Div

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice stay in hotel. Maybe it was a bit tired hotel so to speak but it was very clean and tidy, staff were friendly, food was great and there was a really nice and relaxing bar and I was especially pleased that the hotel allowed dogs as my sister and her husband were there with the dogs and enjoyed the friendly bar area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room, as with the parts of the hotel I visited, is in need of refurbishment - fresh paint, new carpets etc - but everything was clean. No comment on either breakfast, bar or restaurant because I did not use any of them. Good for a one night stay and so convenient for Oban station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was a bit dated friendly staff Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff polite but wouldn't say friendly. Minimal contact with guests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel we stay every year for The Diver’s Convention! Clean comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast and friendly staff! We’ll see you again in 2026
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vicky

Liked: Staff & service
T
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Scott

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026