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The Ranald Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, 5-minute walk to McCaig's Tower

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Grand Room (Plus) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Grand (with Wheelchair access) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Grand Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
The Ranald Hotel sits in central Stirling, combining comfort with convenience. Guests appreciate the warm atmosphere in the hotel bar while using the complimentary high-speed WiFi. The staff helps with luggage storage and serves a freshly prepared breakfast each morning.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Comfort Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Grand Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Grand Room (Plus) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Grand Room (Plus)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Grand (with Wheelchair access)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon

About the neighborhood

Oban is home to The Ranald Hotel. McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ganavan Sands. Ardchattan Priory Garden and An Cala are also worth visiting.
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41 Stevenson Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5NA

What's nearby

  • McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ganavan Sands - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kaina - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Ranald Hotel

Hotel near Ganavan Sands
Located close to McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds, The Ranald Hotel provides a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ranald Hotel feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (30 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ranald Hotel Oban
Ranald Hotel
Ranald Oban
The Ranald Hotel Oban, Scotland
The Ranald Hotel Oban
The Ranald
The Ranald Hotel Oban
The Ranald Hotel Hotel
The Ranald Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ranald Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Ranald Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Ranald Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ranald Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Ranald Hotel located?

Situated in Oban, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of McCaig's Tower and Ganavan Sands. Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away. Oban Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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