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The Whisky Vaults

3.0 star property
Inn with a bar, a short walk to Oban Ferry Terminal

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3 Tweedale St, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5DD

What's nearby

  • Oban Distillery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ganavan Sands - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 4 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Whisky Vaults

Inn near Oban Ferry Terminal
The Whisky Vaults provides amenities like a terrace and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Express check-out and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Whisky Vaults have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 12 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM and 3 PM to 11 PM. Reception is not manned apart from these ours and luggage cannot be securely stored before check in or after check out.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day (164 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Whisky Vaults pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Whisky Vaults?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Whisky Vaults?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Whisky Vaults located?

Situated by the sea, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of RSPB Visitor Centre and Oban Ferry Terminal. Oban Distillery and St. John's Cathedral are also within 5 minutes. Oban Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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The Whisky Vaults Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 302 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, friendly and helpful staff. I’ll stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Oban. The Whisky Bar is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The bag with breakfast at our door in the morning was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALFRED JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second stay at The Whisky Vaults. Clean and cozy and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room in a great location just off the main street in Oban. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Campbell

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

Great wee hotel full of character and history

Friendly welcoming staff. Small clean and friendly hotel close to the centre of Oban and all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staff. Very nice pub on site. Room was a postage stamp. Not recommended for 2 people. Shower/bathroom is so small, you need dry off in the actual room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amazing staff. Just be prepared to park offsite and carry luggage up stairs. Other than that, the place had an amazing location and we had zero issues with sounds being right above a pub.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it. The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff. Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby. A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our experience was fabulous from beginning to end. We were able to check in on arrival, and the staff always offer to carry your bags. Property is in a perfect location and we adored the town. Parking is not free but it is reasonably priced and very convenient with the lot being across the street. Wonderful staff! Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Whisky Vaults is a good choice for accommodations in Oban. It is convenient to restaurants, trains and ferries. Rooms are cozy and beds are comfortable. The building is historic and interesting. The staff is friendly and helpful. Totally charming overall. (Note no elevator but staff will help with luggage.)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a very good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute gem, just can’t say enough good things about the hospitality here. The gentleman was so nice and helpful at checkin and throughout our stay. He called to make us dinner reservations, helped get the luggage in and helped us park. Room was quiet, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Room is large and a true king sized bed!! Love it. High ceilings and whiskey right downstairs. Easy to walk to food and shopping and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Our party included two couples in separate rooms. One room was comfortably sized, the other rather small including the bathroom space. Condition was good for an older property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Channen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and the attached bar is fantastic,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed two nights at The Whisky Vaults, Friday and Saturday. I checked in a bit late (20:30) and was easily accommodated with my room key and information. There was a grab-and-go breakfast bag left outside my door each morning filled with yogurt, water, pastry, cereal bar, and fresh fruit. My room had an electric kettle, tea, coffees, and hot chocolate as well as shampoo, shower gel, and a small bar soap. Everything was clean and cozy. Being near to the beer garden, it was a bit noisy in the evenings but that is to be expected. It was a lively fun atmosphere with live music and wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

CLARA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was clean but very, very small. I mean tiny. There’s no place to lounge in the morning since the small seating area by the bar is closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

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

Lovely Hotel Stay

Very nice staff and with a clean, quite, comfortable room. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel had a great location, very clean rooms and the lounge was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & in excellent location. Staff very friendly & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nicely furnished and bathroom small but nice fixtures.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024