The Kelvin Hotel | Hotel in Oban

8.2 (726 Reviews) |  6 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Oban Hotel | The Kelvin Hotel

Hotel in Oban

Set in the center of Oban, ideal for Argyll and the Islands, this small Scottish hotel is one of the town's oldest buildings and comes with free WiFi and a cozy lounge. It offers views of the harbor and the ferry terminal. All rooms here are functionally-furnished and come with a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, as well as coffee and tea making facilities. They are all en-suite and provided with a hairdryer and towels. Complimentary water is offered in the rooms. A Grade B listed building, Kelvin Hotel is within easy reach of excellent transport links and of the main landmarks of the town. The ferry terminal and the bus/train stations are reachable within less than 5 minutes on foot. Guests have a choice of restaurants and pubs within walking distance. A grocery store is less than 1312 feet away. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 89 mi away.

The Kelvin Hotel is located in Oban.

This 20 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 726 reviews with the average score of 8.2 . Coming to Oban and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
Parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties, when booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply, please note that the accommodations is located on the first and second floor, and is accessible via stairs only. therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment, guests are not permitted to consume alcohol or hot food in the bedrooms.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.08
Location:
9.21
Staff:
8.87
Facilities:
7.96
Comfort:
8.62
Cleanliness:
8.75
Nov 24, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: business
Positive: location
Negative: N/A
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Single Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Shampoo, Guest bathroom

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

View

View

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 12 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Shampoo, Guest bathroom

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Shampoo, Guest bathroom

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window
Family Room (3 Adults)
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Shampoo, Guest bathroom

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Child safety socket covers, Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window
Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 32 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Shampoo, Guest bathroom

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Living Area

Desk

General

Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

View

View

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Child safety socket covers, Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window
Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Towels, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Shampoo, Guest bathroom

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Trash cans, Carpeted

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Microwave, Cleaning products, Toaster, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Kitchenette

Living Area

Dining area, Desk

View

View

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Layout

Window
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