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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

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

Private parking at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.0
Facilities
6.2
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.8
Value for money
6.3
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
7.5
Low score for Oban
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Property questions and answers
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  • Is breakfast at extra cost and how much please ? Thank you

    Good afternoon, Breakfast is at extra cost of £10.00 per person Kind regrads Mr Archie Frost MIH Operations Manager
    Answered on 30 May 2021
  • Is there parking ?

    There is parking nearby
    Answered on 26 April 2021
  • Hi there, Is the superior double room a sea view room? If no is it garden or city view?

    Thank you for your enquiry. All our superior and premier rooms are facing to the sea.
    Answered on 25 July 2021
  • Hi, we are arriving on Monday 31st and is parking available ( paid) or free at front of hotel like when Bay Hotels owned it —- thanks .

    Good evening, There is parking at the hotel and this is given on a first come first serve basis and is chargeable at a rate of £6.00 per night. This ..
    Answered on 26 May 2021
  • is there parking

    There is parking nearby
    Answered on 26 April 2021
  • Is there a hairdryer in the room

    Good Morning, Yeah we have hairdryer in rooms
    Answered on 13 December 2019
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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
    Cancelation 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

    • Check-in at The Great Western Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • 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)
    • Guests staying at The Great Western Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.7).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
    • 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.

    • 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.

    • The Great Western Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Hotel Restaurant