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Set in the center of Oban, ideal for Argyll and the Islands, this small Scottish hotel is one of the town's oldest buildings and comes with free WiFi and a cozy lounge. It offers views of the harbor and the ferry terminal. All rooms here are functionally-furnished and come with a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, as well as coffee and tea making facilities. They are all en-suite and provided with a hairdryer and towels. Complimentary water is offered in the rooms. A Grade B listed building, Kelvin Hotel is within easy reach of excellent transport links and of the main landmarks of the town. The ferry terminal and the bus/train stations are reachable within less than 5 minutes on foot. Guests have a choice of restaurants and pubs within walking distance. A grocery store is less than 1312 feet away. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 89 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 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 9.2


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2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carrie
    United States of America United States of America
    My kids loved watching the ferry terminal right out our window.
  • Laurie
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent location and friendly and accommodating staff.
  • Bryana
    Australia Australia
    Great location and very reasonably priced, especially considering some of the other places nearby. Super comfy beds - best sleep I'd had in a while.
  • Daniel
    United States of America United States of America
    Perfect stop after a train ride and before a ferry to Lismore!
  • Macnair
    Canada Canada
    Close to main downtown and bus terminal. Near ferry terminal. Easy to get around. Nice clean room.
  • Kate
    United States of America United States of America
    convenient, very comfortable and friendly, easy to work with❣️I very much enjoyed my chats with Jodie and Sheena.
  • Donna
    United States of America United States of America
    The rooms and the hotel were charming, breakfast was delicious with varied offerings of fresh bread, fruit, and cheese. Beds were very comfortable and the rooms were immaculate. The hostess was very welcoming and hospitable. The location can’t...
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    The location to the train and ferry was excellent. Great restaurants in Oban!
  • Eve
    Australia Australia
    No bigger than it has to be, very comfortable. And so convenient to ferry and train.
  • Sherry
    Canada Canada
    The manager was very friendly. Enjoyed having a few drinks at the hotel bar. Super convenient location.

Hotel area info

Amenities of The Kelvin Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Bar

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

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs £7.50 per day.

  • Street parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

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

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
Until 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 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note that the accommodations is located on the first and second floor, and is accessible via stairs only. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment.

Guests are not permitted to consume alcohol or hot food in the bedrooms.

FAQs about The Kelvin Hotel

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

  • The Kelvin Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Check-in at The Kelvin Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Kelvin Hotel is 1,800 feet from the center of Oban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Kelvin Hotel include:

    • Single
    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family
    • Studio