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About the Hotel

Corran Esplanade, Oban, United Kingdom, PA34 5PP
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Close to the harbour
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Positioned only 1.3 km from the Colosseum-like Victorian folly "McCaig's Tower" and approximately 5 minutes on foot from Corran Halls, the 3-star The Great Western Hotel Oban presents 2 golf courses. Boasting a location a short way from the community owned Oban Phoenix Cinema, the hotel features 72 rooms as well as a restaurant.

Location

This hotel is nestled in the centre of Oban and around 20 minutes on foot from Oban train station. The Great Western Hotel is a few moments from the Oban War Memorial in Oban.

Also, there is Oban - Station Square bus station about 900 metres from the accommodation.

Rooms

In-room facilities include a multi-channel television as well as tea/coffee making equipment. Also, this Oban hotel features carpeted flooring.

Eat & Drink

The à la carte Hotel restaurant in The Great Western Hotel offers dishes for breakfast. The restaurant serves Scottish cuisine. Boasting island views, the lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. The bar area includes a lounge. There is a seafood restaurant serving European food just 1.1 km away.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit McCaig's Tower for stunning views of Oban and the bay.
  • Try the Cullen Skink at The Oban Fish and Chip Shop, it's a local favorite.
  • Take a ferry to Kerrera Island for a peaceful day of hiking.
  • Explore the Oban Distillery for a guided tour and whisky tasting.
  • Wander through Oban's local market on Saturdays for fresh produce.
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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
Budget Double Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Double Room Sea View
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Superior Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Heating
Standard Single Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Corran Esplanade, Oban, United Kingdom, PA34 5PP
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Corran Esplanade, Oban, United Kingdom, PA34 5PP
Nearby
200 Corran Esplanade
Oban War Memorial
1300 ft
Restaurants
Nories
3500 ft
86 George Street
The Little Potting Shed Cafe
3500 ft
5 John Street
The Pokey Hat
7.3 mi
13 Stafford Street
Little Bay Cafe
7.3 mi
On the front at Oban next to sea wall
Kronks deli
7.3 mi
7 Stafford Street
Abbie's Cafe
4400 ft
9 Argyll Street
Oban Seafood Hut.
1.4 mi
Railway Pier
Aulay's Bar
1.6 mi
8 Airds Crescent
Food From Argyll at the Pier
1.4 mi
Oban Ferry Terminal Railway Pier
The Lorne Bar
1.4 mi
Stevenson Street
Getting around
City Centre
Oban11 min  ·  3000 ft
Airports
Coll (COL)133 min  ·  55.1 mi
Glasgow Airport (GLA)215 min  ·  88.8 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 6 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP14.95 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Romanian, Ukrainian
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
72
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