The Royal Hotel

Property class: 3

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At The Royal Hotel, you can look forward to a bar, conference space and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a telephone, and a mirror.

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A neatly made bed with a plaid bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

Classic Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (3 People)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a chair.

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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A neatly made bed with a plaid bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

Classic Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair.

Double Room (4 Poster)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room (1 Adult)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

Superior Double Room (1 Adult)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

Classic Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Partial Sea View (3 people)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Junior Double Room Single Use

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Oban, The Royal Hotel is in the city centre and near the beach. McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club. Atlantis Leisure and Ardchattan Priory Garden are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving and other activities like golfing. Visit our Oban travel guide
Map
Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE

What's nearby

  • The Oban Distillery with a stone facade, black and white window frames, and a sign indicating it was established in 1794.
    Oban Distillery
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A stone aqueduct with multiple arches.
    McCaig's Tower
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A museum exhibit with historical military uniforms, documents, and memorabilia.
    Oban War and Peace Museum
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pulpit Hill
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Glencruitten Golf Club
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station
    1 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    137 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cuan Mor
    4 min walk
  • The Oban Inn
    5 min walk
  • The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon)
    3 min walk
  • LULU Lounge
    2 min walk
  • The View Oban
    4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

  • Hotel in the city centre
  • At The Royal Hotel, you can look forward to a bar, conference space and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
    • Meeting rooms, a lift and smoke-free property
    • Wedding services, a billiards/pool table and a ballroom
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 91 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 26 Nov 2026 start from AU$122, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Royal Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Royal Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Oban Distillery, Oban Ferry Terminal and St. John's Cathedral. Dunollie Wood and McCaig's Tower are also within 15 minutes. Oban Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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 Royal Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 928 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean the staff was friendly the breakfast was good and the location was spot on
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Friendly reception staff. Room was immaculate. Bed so comfortable. Would stay again..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is in need of some TLC but my room was clean & comfortable and the staff were friendly. If I’m in Oban again I’d stay here once more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice charming hotel with quaint, old world atmosphere. Staff is great. Nice and helpful, breakfast was extensive and filled regularly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The location of The Royal Hotel was perfect for walking around the harbor and sightseeing. The staff were very friendly and helpful, recommending great places to eat and things to see/do while we were in Oban.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location in Oban was nice. We were able to park our car behind the hotel. The young woman who checked us in was friendly. The property unfortunately is very tired and in need of some work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in need of refurbishment. Carpets are very worn.Bedroom windows were very dirty.Bedding and towels were very clean.Staff were friendly and helpful.The only plus was it was very central.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, staff were really nice and helpful, a special shout out to Nicole on reception she was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very helpfull staff really helped me out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were excellent vrry helpful and friendly. The rooms and common areas were very clean if a bit tired. A bit of TLC is would be a cracking hotel in a great part of the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly helpful staff, nice breakfast. But, terribly dated and tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were lovely, as were the dining room staff. Odd was the room with no temperature control that I could see. It was quite stuffy by morning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was good, staff friendly and considerate, Bedroom & Bathroom clean. Bed was not very comfortable and lacked width & length. Carpet on stairs worn along many of the step edges and fresh paint on a number of walls would improve the overall appearance. Car park supposed to have room for 12 cars. It had no clear markings, tarmac & concrete in a poor state and its shape made it extremely difficult to safely manouevre a larger car. Management needs to address this frustrating issue. The room price per night is slightly more expensive than the overall quality of the hotel deserves. With a bit more thought and better maintainance, this historic hotel could match its higher quality, local rivals.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Happy stay. Staff were on top of everything and maintained professionalism throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very clean rooms, food good and near shops also friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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I had a lovely stay at The Royal Hotel Oban the first room was a bit tired but look past that and appreciate how clean it was bed towel tip top. The second room was very clean also bathroom had been upgraded very nice. Staff were all very helpful but the creme del a creme breakfast a lovely selection of very well prepared food if anyone finds fault could you ask them what they have at home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Brilliant location,Staff superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room… staff was helpful. Walls are a bit thin… so yiu can definitely hear your neighbors!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool old hotel. Don’t expect a Marriott, this is a genuine old Scottish hotel with tons of character and charm. The staff were excellent, providing good local advice and a great breakfast. Everything is in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good location right at one end of town with tons of shops and restaurants, easy walk to the waterfront. The hotel is a little run down but has character that I found sort of charming. The room was basic but clean and comfortable with everything you needed. For a budget stay this was a good choice overall. We were disappointed with parking, although it is clearly described in the post that parking is limited, so we knew it could be an issue going in. Their lot is small and chaotic around the corner from the hotel -spaces aren’t really marked and it was full when we got there. The staff did direct us to a paid lot down the street, but we ended up finding a spot on the street and were able to top up the meter frequently enough to make that work. If you want guaranteed parking stay elsewhere (again, all described in their listing).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely staff. Warm and welcoming place. Very clean. a bit dated, moldy windows and a moldy spot on the ceiling. Would stay here again. Perfect location for those traveling by train.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Room was very spacious with a large bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was good, and the staff were extremely helpful. The hotel does look very dated though, and the carpets were very worn especially noticeable on the stairs. The room was clean and the hotel is in good location
Cooked breakfast in the morning
Single room
Single room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, tired decor and facade but you get what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms vey clean staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025