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Loch Melfort Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Front of property
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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Loch Melfort Hotel, by the sea, offers a peaceful retreat with shopping and a coffee shop on-site. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected, and the garden is a lovely spot to relax. The staff excel at helping visitors explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Romantic Studio Suite | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Romantic Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Premier Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

The Garden Room - No pet allowed

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Double Room with Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Double Room, Sea View, Sea Facing

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Sea View Deck Double or Twin Room-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

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Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Junior Suite with Sea View-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Main House Sea View Balcony-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 2

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Main House Garden View-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 2

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Cosy Main House Double-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 2

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Sea View Deck Double/Twin-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 2

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Master Suite Double-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 2

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Main House Sea View-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 2

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Sea View Balcony Room-No Pet Allowed

  • Sleeps 2

Romantic Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Classic Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

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Arduaine, Argyll, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4XG

What's nearby

  • Arduaine Garden - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kilmeford Church - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Clachan Bridge - 22 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 29 min drive - 23.7 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive - 23.7 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 24 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucy’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oyster Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Puffer Bar & Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Galley of Lorne - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Room At The Top - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Loch Melfort Hotel

Upscale hotel by the sea
You can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe at Loch Melfort Hotel. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and wedding services
  • A dock, a telescope, and secured bicycle storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Recycling, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, 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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 30 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Telescope
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 13 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

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 major credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Hotel Loch Melfort
Loch Melfort
Loch Melfort Hotel
Loch Melfort Hotel Oban
Loch Melfort Oban
Melfort Hotel
Melfort Loch
Loch Melfort Hotel Oban
Loch Melfort Hotel Hotel
Loch Melfort Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

Is Loch Melfort Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Loch Melfort Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Loch Melfort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Loch Melfort Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Loch Melfort Hotel located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is steps from Arduaine Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kilmeford Church and Carnasserie Castle. Kilmartin House Museum and Loch Ederline are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Loch Melfort Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 392 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location waking up to that view was amazing and the stars at night are so vibrant!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location & wonderful relaxed hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views from hotel room were stunning and also very peaceful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

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

Stunning location

Most relaxing place with stunning views overlooking the loch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely vistas. Genuine staff. No pretense. Excellent Scottish experience. Nice decor in room but bathroom could be updated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ainslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location, superb food and excellent service by all the staff we encountered.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views, top-notch staff, excellent food
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view , lovely food , nice relaxed atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rona

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

Fantastic Views and Super Friendly Staff

Fantastic night in room 7. Had a lovely big balcony, great weather, super friendly staff and brilliant food. Can't wait to come back, just wish I could guarantee the same weather
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Amazing hotel

Has now become our favourite hotel could not fault it or the staff in any way
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful Hotel

A lovely, comfortable, friendly and inviting hotel. The service was exceptional and the food was consistently outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ainslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From start to finish a very enjoyable stay. Easy check-in, spacious comfortable room with a stunning view during daylight hours (including a white tailed eagle!), excellent service by all staff and great food. Excellent value, we are looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C

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

Loch Melfort Hotel - a delightful experience

The hotel enjoys a very pleasant location and is run in an exemplary manner. The restaurant provides imaginative and excellent cuisine. The staff were all extremely pleasant, courteous and professional. We enjoyed our stay at Loch Melfort Hotel - many thanks for making it so good!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great location...

Beautiful location with amazing views. All staff very friendly and helpful. Dinner was amazing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

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

Wonderful

Fantastic location. Very attentive staff. Lovely room. Excellent meals.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is an amazingly beautiful setting with fabulous views. The room was quiet and comfortable and the food outstanding. The only negative was a few of the dining room staff who were rude and unprofessional
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

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

Five star Hotel for three day break

The Hotel was lovely views were stunning we stayed in the Annex with views looking into the water food excellent although large portions the weather was great room was perfect . At check-in Staff were very helpful and friendly also all other Staff were very nice and very helpful we will be back at this Hotel also will recommend it to Friends Elaine and David
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

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

Valentines Day

Lovely room with unbeatable views. Fantastic service and excellent food as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE

What a wonderful experience. Room with a balcony on to the most stunning scenery. Staff are just so lovely. Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Wonderful!

We loved this gem about 30 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Oban. So peaceful and quiet with a view of Loch Melfort. Highland cattle and goats grazing on grounds. Service in restaurant was great. Free parking on site as well. Highly recommend!! Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was BY FAR the best place we've ever stayed. It's not just the beauty of of the surroundings or the views, it was the total experience. The staff was truly unparalleled and made you feel like both family and royalty. The dining experience is the best I've ever had hands down. The food was absolutely amazing, their chefs astounding, and service like no other. I didn't want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed in the Loch Melfort Hotel Romantic Studio Suite. It was a spacious room with beautiful view of the Loch. The room was immaculate, warm, quiet, and nicely decorated. The hotel staff was polite, knowledgeable and very professional. We enjoyed a hike to the Loch and around the accessible Arduaine Estate Gardens. We had an excellent and elegant dinner and a perfectly prepared breakfast to follow in the morning. We highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands down my favorite hotel during my trip. On the day of my check-in, I made dinner reservations and unfortunately I ran into car trouble so I was going to miss dinner hours by 20 minutes. Immediately when I got to check in, they offered to make me a plate even though the kitchen was closed. 10/10 hotel! I’ll be visiting again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

cailin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view and food. Walk along the beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loch Melfort Hotel is a gem! The view from the hotel is stunning. We enjoyed both a delicious dinner and ample, yummy breakfast as part of the package. Staff were all friendly and efficient. Would book again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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