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Oban Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy fresh ocean air by day and cozy up by the lobby fireplace at night, balancing outdoor exploration with evening relaxation.

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Oban Bay Hotel, by the sea, offers a peaceful escape with a welcoming lobby fireplace. Guests can relax in the sauna or steam room, sample local dishes at the Grill Room, and enjoy sea views from the terrace. WiFi is available, and the staff consistently impresses visitors.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Single Room

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Petite Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bay View Double Room

  • Bay view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bay View Junior Suite

  • Bay view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Oban, Oban Bay Hotel is near a train station and on the waterfront. Oban Ferry Terminal and Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Atlantis Leisure and Ardchattan Priory Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Oban travel guide
Map
Corran Esplanade, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5AE

What's nearby

  • Oban War and Peace Museum
    Oban War and Peace Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery
    Oban Distillery
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • McCaig's Tower
    McCaig's Tower
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Atlantis Leisure
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • RSPB Visitor Centre
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station
    13 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    136 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Oban Inn
    10 min walk
  • Cuan Mor
    11 min walk
  • The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon)
    15 min walk
  • LULU Lounge
    14 min walk
  • Hinba Coffee Roasters
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured valet parking on site (GBP 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Grill Room

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 30 and January 2.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
  • Secured valet parking fee: GBP 25 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Oban Bay Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for GBP 25 per day.

What time is check-in at Oban Bay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Oban Bay Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Oban Bay Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Oban War and Peace Museum and Oban Ferry Terminal. St. John's Cathedral and Oban Distillery are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Oban Bay Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 573 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 573 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 573 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 573 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 573 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, lovely clean hotel and lovely relaxing facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location. The glass fronted lounge was the perfect spot to sit at any time of day. Comfortable rooms and delicious breakfast. We will definitely return to this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, great staff, excellent food!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location , room and great evening meal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruairidh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly, beautiful views over oban bay and only a short walk into the centre of Oban.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Wendy A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed lovley room Staff /night porter were all friendly and helpful lovley view from the bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly, lovely settings
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Lovely staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant dog friendly hotel- my Westie won’t want to go anywhere else now! Love helpful staff and spotless room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay and close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, location, walkable Restaurant serves very good food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed, clean room, delicious breakfast. Staff pleasant and helpful especially the lady on the reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charming litle town,good service and fantastic view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking was an issue . 7 parking spaces means on road parking a short walk away . The rooms were warm and quiet and the food was good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location with simple EV charging on site, nice clean room great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room great shower and cracking breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff are fabulous but hotel could be better. TV in room did not work for the duration of our stay. Paid extra for a bay view room but the room was tiny. Breakfast was great. Restaurant food good too, if a little pricey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Camden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean, the hotel areas were nice but I feel that the staff could have been friendlier. It was kind of an awkward feeling and there wasn’t an enthusiasm to help us find where to go or to accommodate any requests. Hotel is beautiful but a little further out from Oban than the other hotels so walking is doable but challenging with rain. Breakfast was good but a little expensive for what you get. Parking is off site and only a few spots on the front area. Off site parking can be full or tight.
Front of hotel
Additional parking area
Bedside area
Front lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is beautiful and the hotel was amazing! Only downfall is everything is accessed by stairs which is hard with heavy suitcases.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel in great location Food excellent and room comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the bay. Great location to explore the town. Parking is extremely limited but public parking is only a few minute walk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tim

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

Fantastic hotel

From check in to check out everything was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025