In the heart of the city, The Royal Hotel offers a unique blend of style and substance. Enjoy a drink at the bar, savor a meal in the restaurant, or host an event in one of our meeting rooms or banquet hall. With free WiFi and newspapers available in the lobby to keep you informed throughout your stay.
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
Argyll Square, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4BE
Getting around
Oban Station
1 min walk
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
137 min drive
Restaurants
The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon)
3 min walk
The Oban Inn
5 min walk
Cuan Mor
4 min walk
The View Oban
4 min walk
Costa Coffee
1 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 billiards/pool table and a banquet hall
A porter/bellboy, smoke-free property and wedding services
A lift, luggage storage and a TV in reception
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 participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
Lift
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Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1895
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and from GBP 8.95 for children
Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
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 and window guards
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Royal Hotel Oban
Royal Oban
The Royal Hotel Oban
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Hotel Oban
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 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 29 Mar 2026 start from Rp1.253.031, excluding 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 RSPB Visitor Centre, Oban Distillery and Oban Ferry Terminal. St. John's Cathedral and McCaig's Tower are also within 15 minutes. Oban Station is only a 1-minute walk.
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Reviews
The Royal Hotel Reviews
7.6
Good
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Lovely hotel we stay every year for The Diver’s Convention! Clean comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast and friendly staff! We’ll see you again
in 2026
Stuart
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul
4 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent value for money, great staff, central location. Would definitely stay again.
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Kenneth
14 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was a bit dated friendly staff
Nice breakfast
Kenneth
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Barry
11 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
There is good and bad with this hotel, room was at an actual 5% slant , check in was great and staff in bar / restaurant where superb. But out of 3 days I also had 3 fire alarms going off. And squeaky floor boards on both mine which must have annoyed them below as the noise from floor boards above me caused me.
Barry
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Margaret
28 Jan 2026
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well situated in heart of town. We booked a superior double room, which advertises as one double bed in a room, we were given, what I think was a family room with a double bed and a single bed. The hotel room was clean and beds comfortable albeit very dated. The hotel, is in need of an overhaul - dated, painting and carpets replaced. The landing at our room had two mop buckets collecting water from a leaking roof! I would like to add that the staff are very nice and friendly
The Royal Hotel is located right in the heart of Oban, which makes for easy traveling around the town from the hotel. Parking is challenging, though, so be prepared to walk a block or two the the hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the breakfasts were delicious.
Dain
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Sarah
3 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location for station and harbourside. Good breakfast and comfortable room for price.
Staff excellent, food excellent. I had a single room which was very dated, radiator in bedroom kept it warm. I couldnt stay until the Monday as the bathroom was tiny with walk-in shower, tiles broken on floor and so cold - it was like an ice box, i came home on Sunday instead of the Monday. I have come home with a cold
Very clean and comfortable room. Spacious corner room with sea views from both windows as we were on the 3rd floor
. Great choice for breakfast
Bar prices very reasonable
Car park chaotic. Some parts of the bathroom needed updated
MARGARET
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
wes
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Staff & service
mentioned 2 things we wanted fan (hot night) & bath plug not sealing correctly.Both were sorted while we had breakfast! Not used to such prompt service
Lovely checking, nice meal at restaurant, very clean room
Wilhelmina
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anne
21 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
breakfast freshly cooked but no fresh fruit. Room cleaned daily a definite plus. staff excellent; friendly and efficient. Don't drink so no visit to bar. 1 negative a refurb is overdue but all areas are clean
Great location, all staff were exceptional . Good breakfast and evening bar meals. 24hr reception. Older property so a little run down in certain areas but kept very clean, would definitely recommend as excellent value overall.