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The Kelvin Hotel

1.0 star property
Oceanfront escape where travelers find both peace and practicality, with attentive service that enhances the relaxation factor rather than interrupting it

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The Kelvin Hotel sits right by the sea, offering a peaceful environment complete with a bar and WiFi in every room. The property's eco certification reflects its environmental commitment, while the staff provides helpful service in a location that makes exploration easy.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

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

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room Single Use | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Single Use

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room (Sleeps 4) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Sleeps 4)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Oban, The Kelvin Hotel is in the city center and by the sea. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and boat tours adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Oban travel guide
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Shore Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4LQ

What's nearby

  • Oban Distillery
    Oban Distillery
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McCaig's Tower
    McCaig's Tower
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum
    Oban War and Peace Museum
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • RSPB Visitor Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pulpit Hill
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station
    3 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    138 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Oban Inn
    7 min walk
  • Cuan Mor
    6 min walk
  • The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon)
    5 min walk
  • LULU Lounge
    3 min walk
  • Hinba Coffee Roasters
    6 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

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 7.50 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 7.50 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [the hotel bar]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 7.5 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 7.5 per day (33 ft away)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kelvin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 7.5 per day.

What time is check-in at The Kelvin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Kelvin Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Kelvin Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of RSPB Visitor Centre and Oban Ferry Terminal. Oban Distillery and St. John's Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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

The Kelvin Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 570 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 570 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 570 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 570 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 570 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kelvin Hotel was wonderful place to stay in Oban. The kitchenette was a bonus and the hotel was close to everything and the staff were gracious and helpful. Would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to train station; great hotel and value, with well furnished rooms and kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and efficient. Having a small kitchen was a plus. Location is next door to the ferry terminal for those visiting the islands, and paid parking was very convenient. The only negative was the shower, which seemed to have only two settings: ice cold and scalding! But we made do ....
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old hotel. Could use some new carpeting throughout. No staff on duty for check in. Hotel bar was never open. Good location for the ferry. Our room had very low ceilings that forced you to walk hunched over. Morning staff worker Sheena was a doll.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice clean rooms and pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel easy parking comfy beds. Very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Mircea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a small hotel (you could call it a large B&B) right in the Oban harbor. There is a pay and display parking lot right across the street - £7.50 for 24 hours. The ferry terminal is right behind the parking lot but you can't walk across the train track so you have to go around the block. Lots of stores and bars nearby and the disilois a short walk away. It has a small bar open in the afternoon and evening, and a small dining area for continental breakfast (not included - buy it the night before at the bar). For check in you'll find an envelope with the key on the small table by the entrance. For check out, you leave the key in the same place. Staff was very friendly. Now the catch - the building is old in and out and it shows. Though they keep it clean, it won't look like new. If I remember well, the price was reasonable and this is probably why. All room are upstairs (1 or 2 floors up) so if you have problems carrying luggage up a steep winding stair, this may not be for you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, an easy walk to ferry and train stations. The rooms are small, but clean and well laid out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, easy check-in and checkout. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was in a great location. Staff was friendly and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms with very friendly staff, I’d happily stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, stayed for 1 night, couldn't ask for a better location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really helpfull
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location, friendly and knowledgeable staff as well as comfy and clean rooms. A hidden gem in Oban.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very nice. The place was clean and comfortable and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was across the street and low cost. The room was clean, the bar area comfy, the staff very accommodating and friendly! Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property with easy access to local amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley

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

Would stay again.

Friendly, helpful staff. Great location for parking, ferry, food and drink.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Staff & service
liked convenience to local shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and hotel was spotless .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Christina

The ceilings were low but the hotel was in a convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Super clean. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Budget hotel close to port & town. Friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Owner is lovely and stay was ok. Building is older so room seemed a bit wore down but small updated comforts and a decent bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025