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The Royal Hotel

2.0 star property
Experience top-notch service with friendly staff while staying connected through WiFi.

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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

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room (3 People)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster)

Double Room (4 Poster)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double Room

Junior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Partial sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Oban, The Royal Hotel is in the city centre and near the beach. McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club. Ardchattan Priory Garden and An Cala are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving and other activities like golfing. Visit our Oban travel guide
Map
Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE

What's nearby

  • Found a treasure here
    Oban Distillery
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • McCaig\'s Tower showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and a garden
    McCaig's Tower
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A view of the port and ferry terminal at Oban, Scotland on a summers day
    Oban Ferry Terminal
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum which includes heritage elements
    Oban War and Peace Museum
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Glencruitten Golf Club
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station
    1 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    137 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cuan Mor
    4 min walk
  • The Oban Inn
    5 min walk
  • The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon)
    3 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Oban Chocolate Company
    7 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Hotel in the city centre
At The Royal Hotel, you can look forward to a bar, conference space and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
  • A billiards/pool table, a TV in reception and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 91 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of 3 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 4 Feb 2026 start from NZ$135.23, including 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 at The Royal Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Royal Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of RSPB Visitor Centre, Oban Distillery and Oban Ferry Terminal. St. John's Cathedral and Atlantis Leisure are also within 15 minutes. Oban Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Royal Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 776 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 776 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 776 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 776 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 776 reviews

Reviews

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

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

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well situated in heart of town. We booked a superior double room, which advertises as one double bed in a room, we were given, what I think was a family room with a double bed and a single bed. The hotel room was clean and beds comfortable albeit very dated. The hotel, is in need of an overhaul - dated, painting and carpets replaced. The landing at our room had two mop buckets collecting water from a leaking roof! I would like to add that the staff are very nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had fantastic views from the room. Central location. Warm welcome. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cosy hotel in central Oban

Central location and a cosy old type hotel Short
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All GOOD. FOOD GOOD. BEDROOM GOOD STAFF GREAT STAFF NICLE MACINNES WILL BE BACK NEXT YEAR THANK YOU
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff friendly, plenty of choice at breakfast, glise to all sjooex rtc
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Hotel is located right in the heart of Oban, which makes for easy traveling around the town from the hotel. Parking is challenging, though, so be prepared to walk a block or two the the hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the breakfasts were delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent, food excellent. I had a single room which was very dated, radiator in bedroom kept it warm. I couldnt stay until the Monday as the bathroom was tiny with walk-in shower, tiles broken on floor and so cold - it was like an ice box, i came home on Sunday instead of the Monday. I have come home with a cold
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location for station and harbourside. Good breakfast and comfortable room for price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People and exelent bar food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

wes

Liked: Staff & service
mentioned 2 things we wanted fan (hot night) & bath plug not sealing correctly.Both were sorted while we had breakfast! Not used to such prompt service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt safe and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean and comfortable. Food was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central hotel . Good value

Very clean and comfortable room. Spacious corner room with sea views from both windows as we were on the 3rd floor . Great choice for breakfast Bar prices very reasonable Car park chaotic. Some parts of the bathroom needed updated
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
breakfast freshly cooked but no fresh fruit. Room cleaned daily a definite plus. staff excellent; friendly and efficient. Don't drink so no visit to bar. 1 negative a refurb is overdue but all areas are clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Hotel is very central to everything in Oban Lovely warm bedrooms and bathrooms Will stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had another good stay in the hotel and central to walk about Oban
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Shivangi

Liked: Staff & service
Perfect location, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, all staff were exceptional . Good breakfast and evening bar meals. 24hr reception. Older property so a little run down in certain areas but kept very clean, would definitely recommend as excellent value overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely checking, nice meal at restaurant, very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Lovely hotel.. but run down but it’s an old building so no problem with that. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Royal hotel, everything great

Our trip to Oban was for a family funeral so we were focused on that and we were lucky enough to get a parking space in the small carpark. The inside of the hotel was slightly tired as it’s an older hotel but it was very clean. The breakfast was excellent and the staff were very well organised, the young waiter was nice and smiley. Cappuccino was brilliant 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality food and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent hotel great value and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Valerie

Hotel good does need a little updating staff friendly. Breakfast good choice but food could be warmer. Location good. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025