Are pets allowed at The Great Western Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Great Western Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 6.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Great Western Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15.00.

What is there to do at The Great Western Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing.

Are there restaurants at or near The Great Western Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Great Western Hotel like?

The Great Western Hotel is in the heart of Oban, a short 7-minute walk from Oban Station and 12 minutes' walk from Oban Ferry Terminal. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

The Great Western Hotel, Oban: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

8/10 Very good

Oct 7, 2025

A lovely stay

A very comfortable stay and the breakfast was great. The hotel is slightly dated but you can see that there is investment being put into the hotel and I would stay here again.

Kayleigh, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 13, 2025

Good location with easy walking to the town centre, shops and Oban Distillery. Hotel is old but room was comfortable. Great views of Oban Bay from the bar windows.

Monica, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 8, 2025

Very kind and accommodating staff. Hotel has the necessities.

Amy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 22, 2025

It is an old hotel with the usual problems. The beds were comfortable and the staff friendly and helpful

Mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 9, 2025

Ok. Hotel needs a renovation but a decent stay

A little worn but a decent stay.

Terence, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 2, 2025

Staff lovely. Hotel clean but tired. Never could figure out how to turn the towel rail on.

Maralee, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 21, 2025

Great location near shopping, restaurants, ferry departure, and castle; excellent views of the waterfront, decent breakfast!, spacious rooms!

Holly, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 26, 2025

Night before the Isle of Mull

Good location, nice vintage property. For our trip it was perfectly suited.

Lark, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Oct 16, 2025

The hotel needs to be closed and repaired. It’s filled with mold and mildew, the floors feel unstable and damp, the room was humid, everything’s an upcharge, parking was a nightmare, and it was the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. I highly recommend staying literally anywhere else. I wish I could get my money back. The only think going for this hotel is its location, but it is otherwise genuinely terrible.

Bailee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 26, 2025

The staff and the food are great, and the sea view is amazing.

Carol, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 23, 2025

Amazing views Comfy beds decent staff reasonably priced defo will return

paula, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 21, 2025

This was a beautiful property with an incredible location overlooking the bay. I wish we had planned to stay longer. I highly recommend staying here.

Jeanne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 16, 2025

Overnight stay. Ok for the money

Although lift was reliable. I’m surprised it got me up and down to the 3rd floor. On arrival I was told that the car park was full and need to park next door in a public car park. However later in the evening there was still free spaces so parked in front of hotel. TV in the room was not tuned in. Room was ok but shower pressure was poor.

Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 28, 2025

great location

Hotel old and tired but very clean and comfortable and in great location. will definately stay there again

Denise, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 6, 2025

Nice setting looking into the bay

Kenneth, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 11, 2025

The great western was clean accessible to shoos and ferries and the staff were excellent and so helpfull will ve stsying there again

Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 18, 2025

Great location. An older hotel but it has amazing views.

Abigail, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 17, 2025

The staff were very friendly and helpful

sally, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 2, 2025

Great location and overlooking the bay as we went for a sea view we stayed because it was pet friendly for us . Clean & tidy although a little dated we still enjoyed the location and the staff were very welcoming qnd helpful all in all a nice atmosphere and experience.

Susan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 30, 2025

Great location, grand old hotel, quaint breakfast, stairs to the room. Old fashioned lovely

Alastair, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 25, 2025

Everything about this hotel can be summed up in one word, spectacular! Great communication from our late check in request to the magnificent view overlooking Portree. If you’re planning a trip to Skye, staying here is a must-do.

Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 8, 2025

Good place to stay

Lovely place to stay. Pick a room with a sea view and you won’t be disappointed.

George, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Sep 2, 2025

A kwirky hotel

The view is best in Oban. The building needs up-grading. The staff is friendly. Check in is at 3 but no one is working in the bar if you are early My husband had to ask for toulet paper. There wete no towels available when we needed one. Dont stay here if you want ameneties. Do stay here for the view and location. Dining is good. Make sure to make a reservation.

oanh, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 24, 2025

Hotel Needs Some TLC

In need of renovation. Some areas very run down. Staff helpful and good location.

Lorraine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 19, 2025

Staff friendly and attentive. Room very clean. Hotel has obviously been making improvements to carpets etc since my visit last year.

Elspeth, 1-night trip

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