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About the Hotel

The Esplanade, Oban, United Kingdom, PA34 5QD
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Close to Oban Bay
Great
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7.2
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The smoke-free Columba Hotel Oban is located a few moments from the whisky Oban Distillery and features 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up service. Boasting comfortable rooms, this Oban hotel is situated about 20 minutes' walk from Rubh a' Chruidh.

Location

Gylen Castle is around 7 km from the 3-star family-friendly hotel, while Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel is around 6 km away. From Columba Hotel it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to the intriguing Dunollie Museum.

Oban train station is in the vicinity of this historical property.

Rooms

The 43 rooms at the hotel are equipped with comforts such as an iron with ironing board, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a direct dial telephone. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature tea and coffee making facilities. A separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets, are included in the private bathrooms.

Eat & Drink

The Columba Oban has an Indian restaurant, serving Italian menu. The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. Bossards Patisserie is ideal for tasting Scottish cuisine and is situated 250 metres from this accommodation.

Must-do experiences

  • Sample fresh seafood at the Oban Sea Food Hut by the harbor.
  • Take a scenic ferry to the Isle of Kerrera for stunning views.
  • Visit the Oban Distillery for a tour and tastings of our local whisky.
  • Explore Dun Ollscoch, the ancient castle ruins just outside town.
  • Check out the local market for artisan crafts every Saturday.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single Room Sea View
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Heating
Bathtub
Family Room Sea View
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Heating
Bathtub
Standard Single Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

The Esplanade, Oban, United Kingdom, PA34 5QD
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The Esplanade, Oban, United Kingdom, PA34 5QD
Nearby
Stafford St
Oban Distillery
400 ft
Restaurants
Little Bay Cafe
400 ft
On the front at Oban next to sea wall
The Pokey Hat
400 ft
13 Stafford Street
Nories
6.7 mi
86 George Street
Kronks deli
400 ft
7 Stafford Street
Abbie's Cafe
6.5 mi
9 Argyll Street
Oban Seafood Hut.
6.2 mi
Railway Pier
Corryvreckan
6.2 mi
The Waterfront Centre
MacGillivray's Seafood
6.3 mi
57 Shore Street
Local Shellfish
6.2 mi
Calmac Pier
Subway
1200 ft
4 Airds Crescent
Getting around
City Centre
Oban8 min  ·  2000 ft
Airports
Coll (COL)133 min  ·  54.8 mi
Glasgow Airport (GLA)215 min  ·  89.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:00
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP12.95 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Romanian, Polish, Hindi, Lithuanian
Number of rooms:
43
Check-in
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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