The Great Western Hotel

Property class: 3

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The Great Western Hotel provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ₩96,733
₩116,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a view of the sea, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

Standard Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Twin Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, two chairs, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and large windows with a view of the water.

Superior Double Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Twin Room (with Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Oban, The Great Western Hotel is in the city center and near the beach. McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Atlantis Leisure and Ardchattan Priory Garden. Inverawe Smokehouses and An Cala are also worth visiting. With kayaking, windsurfing, and motor boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Oban travel guide
Map
Corran Esplanade, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5PP

What's nearby

  • A museum exhibit with historical military uniforms, documents, and memorabilia.
    Oban War and Peace Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Oban Distillery with a stone facade, black and white window frames, and a sign indicating it was established in 1794.
    Oban Distillery
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A stone aqueduct with multiple arches.
    McCaig's Tower
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds
    1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Glencruitten Golf Club
    2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station
    7 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    134 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cuan Mor
    4 min walk
  • The Oban Inn
    4 min walk
  • LULU Lounge
    7 min walk
  • The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon)
    9 min walk
  • The Tartan Tavern
    2 min walk

About this property

The Great Western Hotel

  • Hotel in the city center
  • The Great Western Hotel provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a porter/bellhop
    • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and 6 meeting rooms
    • A banquet hall, bicycle parking, and water sports equipment
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8 per day); discounts available
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Guests who intend to bring their dog must contact the property in advance to make arrangements.

This property has 24 parking spaces onsite, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking cannot be reserved in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8 per day (164 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Western Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Great Western Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Western Hotel?

As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Western Hotel on Oct 4, 2026 start from ₩96,733, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Great Western Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Great Western Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 15.00.

Where is The Great Western Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of St. John's Cathedral and Oban Distillery. Oban War and Peace Museum and Atlantis Leisure are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Great Western Hotel Reviews

6.6

6.8

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 319 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 171 out of 1164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 150 out of 1164 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Faded grandeur, well overdue a facelift and a lick of paint. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
There is so much potential in this place! A beautiful old grand hotel that looks worn, but with some time and vision it could become a gem. Staff was excellent (especially Brid), breakfast was lovely each day, location and views across Oban Bay were spectacular. We would certainly stay here again and wish the ownership the very best as they seek to revive this lovely old property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely old hotel on the seafront with gorgeous views. Large room with high ceiling and confortable bed. Bathroom rather old fashioned, but everything worked fine and the shower was particularly good (a real shower not just a trickle like you sometimes get now!). Pleasant bar and restaurant, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

I loved the view. The bed was comfortable. It was a nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and big with a good shower also, we had a sea view which was excellent, but the hotel really needs a good overhaul , breakfast was good also
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is being renovated and some areas are not finished. Our room was lovely, spacious, comfortable bed, and magnificent views over the bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was excellent, super tasty!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos did not match the room we got! The staff were great. The location was perfect. The room… a bit scary; in desperate need of a renovation. Maybe some rooms look like the advertising but our certainly did NOT!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hotel with very friendly and obliging staff. We enjoyed our stay in beautiful Oban.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breafast was first class, room was clean and quite. Staff very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The public areas of the hotel were clean and comfortable but my room was downright scruffy. The carpet was fraying in places and although the toilet, sink and shower in the bathroom were clean the room itself was in need of attention. The only good thing about the room was the view! HOWEVER I understand that the hotel is in the process of renovation, in fact work was in progress in one room on my floor so I was probably unlucky in the timing of my visit. I have to say that all the staff I encountered were extremely friendly and helpful and the breakfast was EXCELLENT.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service
The room was fine, we had a nice view. Then the fire alarm went off at 5am, apparently only on the 3rd floor. No staff arrived to tell us what to do, we just assumed we should go back upstairs when the alarm stopped. Then it went off 2 more times. Never was this mentioned by the front desk staff who seemed oblivious. Many of the guests who went down the stairs in the middle of the night were quite elderly. We get it that these things happen, but it would have been helpful to send someone out to reassure or direct the guests. We would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for a short stay, Great! view btw. Didn't got time to visit the Bar or try the Breakfast menu but by the looks of the ambience it was pretty neat n clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice. In the US the property would most likely be condemed. The walls were peeling apart. The floors in the halls were not solid, they r carpeted but the boards under shifted.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was some friendly and room was lovely x
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location. Property very tired looking, damaged carpets posing tripping hazard on staircases. Booked a double bed room but given a queen bed instead, asked to be moved and we were. Room moved into was much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great location and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and the location/view was great. Only critique is the property is very tired looking and the lift was broken, which I can understand but it looked like it had been for some time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice and helpful. Great location and had a room with a view. Shower did not drain at all. Breakfast buffet was good to get the morning started. Overall an average hotel that had parts being renovated. Definitely had the old feeling vibe and very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast cheap & cheerful not worth the extra £15pppn. Parking £10 pd!Seemingly mentioned in the tiniest of print! Room was clean. Staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is undergoing renovation work. Still a very good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night. The location is great, right on the water. Very beautiful views. The hotel is old and it shows. The room is very basic, no amenities to mention. The floors seemed unstable and uneven. Not worth the money. Parking comes at a price of GBP 10 per night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charming hotel whose golden days are behind it. Friendly staff and a lovely lounge area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice property , clean and well maintained. Easy and swift check in. The advertising of the hotel focused a lot on the gym , Golf, Spa and swimming pool facilities, and I was a little annoyed to find out on reading the small print ( after we had booked) that there was a £15 per person charge to use the pool. We felt that this should be pointed out more prominently as the pool and Spa was one of the main reasons for booking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026