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Ideally located in the center of the esplanade in Oban, The Great Western Hotel offers magnificent views of the bay, free Wi-Fi in public areas and en suite guest rooms. There is also a restaurant, a bar and 24-hour front desk. Each of the rooms at The Great Western Hotel features a TV, a desk and tea/coffee making facilities. Parking is available on site, however it is limited. Parking arrangements can be made at the reception. Entertainment is provided some days of the week. Guests can also enjoy fantastic views of the bay and Kerrara Island from the 2 large lounge areas. Packed lunches are available upon request. Local shops are found just a mere 10-minute stroll away. Oban Rail Station and ferry terminal are also within the same distance. There are 2 golf courses less than 2 miles away. Popular activities in the area include country walks, angling, sailing, diving and bird-watching.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Oban, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the Great Western Hotel's <b>central location</b> and stunning views. The staff were praised for their friendliness. However, <b>room comfort</b> and <b>cleanliness</b> received mixed reviews, with some noting dated decor and maintenance issues. <b>Breakfast</b> was also mixed, with some enjoying it while others found it lacking.
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Staff
8.1
Facilities
6.2
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.8
Value for money
6.5
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
7.6
Low score for Oban

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Hotel Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Local • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Great Western Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £6 per day.

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Romanian
    • Ukrainian

    House rules
    The Great Western Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 4 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Groups
    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that all children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult in their rooms at all times.

    When booking 5 rooms or more, different terms and conditions will apply.

    FAQs about The Great Western Hotel

    • The prices at The Great Western Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Guests staying at The Great Western Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
    • Check-in at The Great Western Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The Great Western Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Hotel Restaurant
    • The Great Western Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Evening entertainment
      • Entertainment staff
      • Live music/Performance
      • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Room options at The Great Western Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Single
      • Family
    • The Great Western Hotel is 800 feet from the center of Oban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.