The Kelvin Hotel

1.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Oban Ferry Terminal

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The Kelvin Hotel sits right by the sea, offering a peaceful environment complete with a bar and WiFi in every room. The property's eco certification reflects its environmental commitment, while the staff provides helpful service in a location that makes exploration easy.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room (Sleeps 4)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Electric kettle
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Oban, The Kelvin Hotel is in the city centre and by the sea. Oban Ferry Terminal and Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Ardchattan Priory Garden and An Cala are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and boat tours adventures can be found near the property.
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Shore Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4LQ

What's nearby

  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oban Distillery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 3 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Kelvin Hotel

Hotel near Oban Ferry Terminal
The Kelvin Hotel provides a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Smoke-free property and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Kelvin Hotel include amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 7.50 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 7.50 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [the hotel bar]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 7.5 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 7.5 per day (33 ft away)

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, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Kelvin Hotel Oban
Kelvin Oban
Kelvin Hotel Oban, Scotland
The Kelvin Hotel Oban
The Kelvin Hotel Hotel
The Kelvin Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kelvin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Kelvin Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 7.5 per day.

What time is check-in at The Kelvin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Kelvin Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Kelvin Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of RSPB Visitor Centre and Oban Ferry Terminal. McCaig's Tower and Oban Distillery are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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