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Oban Bay Hotel

Oban , Corran Esplanade (Show on Map)

8.0

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Oban Bay Hotel is highly recommended for its excellent and convenient location, offering breathtaking views of Oban Bay and easy access to the town centre. The breakfast and dinner experiences have mixed reviews with some guests praising the extensive menu and delicious food, while others found it expensive and underwhelming. The hotel offers clean, cozy and comfortable rooms, but some are better than others. The cleanliness of the hotel is highly praised by guests, although there are a few negative comments about specific areas that need more attention. The staff is considered an asset and a highlight of guests' stays with many describing them as friendly, welcoming and helpful. The spa treatments were good, but the standard of service and atmosphere could have been improved. The hotel is a great option for those travelling with pets with staff going above and beyond to welcome furry friends. Overall, the Oban Bay Hotel is a lovely retreat in a beautiful part of the world.
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The hotel welcomes dogs at a minimal charge of £10 per dog, per night. Guests should advise the hotel at the time of their reservation that they wish to bring a dog and they will be allocated a dog friendly room.

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Room Types

Bay View Double This room features a private bathroom, a TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee.

Bay View Junior Suite This room boasts a four poster double bed and views of the sea.

Classic Single This single room has an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV.

Petite Double This double room features an electric kettle.

Classic Double Offering free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 2 beds.

Classic Double or Twin Room This double room features a flat-screen TV and a tea/coffee maker.

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Guest Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Location

Guests rave about the location of Oban Bay Hotel, situated on the water's edge with breathtaking views of Oban Bay. The hotel offers a perfect location for exploring the town on foot with only a 10-minute walk to the centre. Guests enjoyed easy access to a lovely beach and ample parking at the hotel. The position also provides stunning views while dining or relaxing in the lounge/bar area. Though some guests found it a bit far from the train station, they still considered the location to be fantastic with epic scenery and a great aspect over the bay. The hotel's position is also praised as an excellent base for exploring the beautiful part of the world and the location and hotel exceeded guests' expectations. Overall, the excellent and convenient location of Oban Bay Hotel is highly recommended, offering a peaceful retreat with the best view of Oban Bay.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Oban Bay Hotel had mixed reviews with some guests praising the extensive menu and delicious food, while others found it expensive and underwhelming. Some found the service to be impacted by the number of staff on duty and some felt rushed during mealtimes. While there were some complaints about the greasy fry-up, there were also compliments for the seafood dishes. Some found the combination of buffet and ordered food to be both generous and inflexible and some were disappointed that there was no fresh fruit at the breakfast buffet. Despite high prices, there was interest in the menu's variety and many looking for a dog-friendly hotel found excellence in their meals at Oban Bay Hotel.

Dinner

The dinner experience at Oban Bay Hotel has gathered mixed reviews. While some guests found the food to be amazing and the staff lovely, others didn't have the same level of satisfaction. Complaints about incorrect meals, long waiting times and high prices were common. However, most agreed that the choice of food was good and the service pleasant, although some had to return their meals or found the food average. Despite some negative feedback, a few guests noted that the dinner was insanely good or the best in Oban. The seafood for two was also recommended by some. Overall, the standard of food was excellent and reasonably priced. The restaurant's ambience with a bay view and the accommodating kitchen staff were appreciated by many.

Rooms

The Oban Bay Hotel offers a mixed bag of rooms with some guests raving about the lovely decor, spotless cleanliness and great furnishings. The recently refurbished bedrooms are attractively decorated and the comfy beds ensure a good night's sleep. However, other guests have reported issues like stained carpets, tiny shower cubicles, lack of a toilet brush and strange overpowering odours. Some rooms have partial views and are located far from the front sea view, while others offer fantastic views of the bay. The size of the rooms varies too with some guests finding them too small and dark, while others say they're spacious and comfortable. There's no minibar in the rooms and some guests find the lack of certain amenities confusing. The hotel location is great, but getting to some of the rooms can be a bit of a trek due to stairs and mezzanine-type steps. Overall, the hotel offers clean, cozy and comfortable rooms, but some are better than others.

Beds

Guests who have stayed at Oban Bay Hotel have praised the hotel for their comfortable beds. Many guests have noted the comfiness of the beds with some even describing them as super comfortable. However, some guests noted that the beds were too soft or the pillows were lumpy. Some guests reported the twin beds being too close together, but others enjoyed the large size of the double bed in their room. Despite small rooms and a closed in feeling in some cases, the beds themselves were a highlight for many guests. The addition of blankets for sitting outside was also appreciated by some.

Cleanliness

Overall, the cleanliness of the Oban Bay Hotel is highly praised by guests. Many reviewers use words such as 'spotlessly clean,' 'immaculate' and 'exceptionally clean' to describe the hotel. However, there are a few negative comments about specific areas that need more attention such as dusty plug sockets, dirty carpets and unclean bathrooms. One guest reported dirty bed sheets and a duvet that smelt of urine. There were also a few complaints about the hotel having a bad odor. Despite these issues, guests generally found the hotel to be clean with some even describing it as 'lovely and clean.' Overall, the hotel is in good condition and some guests suggest that it could benefit from updating despite its historic charm.

Staff

The staff at Oban Bay Hotel receive high praise from guests with many describing them as friendly, welcoming and helpful. From reception to the bar and restaurant, guests note that the staff are courteous, polite and professional with some even going above and beyond to accommodate their needs. However, there are a few negative comments about the staff being overworked, forgetful or rude, although these are a minority. Overall, the hotel's staff is considered an asset and a highlight of guests' stays.

Spa

Guests of the Oban Bay Hotel have mixed reviews regarding the spa. While some have had a fantastic spa treatment, others found the booking process to be a hassle. The thermal experience and spa facilities, including sauna and spa, have received compliments. However, some guests were disappointed with the lack of communication and instructions, broken facilities such as showers, unbearable heat and the need to pay extra for certain amenities like the hot tub and sauna. Despite some letdowns, guests appreciated the nice, relaxed atmosphere and great views. The privacy of the spa was also a plus. Overall, while the spa treatments were good, the standard of service and atmosphere could have been improved.

Dog Friendly

If you're looking for a pet-friendly hotel, the Oban Bay Hotel is a great option. Many guests commented on how dog-friendly the hotel is with staff going above and beyond to welcome furry friends. The petite doubles are perfect for those travelling with pets, although some guests did mention that it was a bit of a walk to get outside. Additionally, there is a charge of £20 per night for dogs, but many guests felt that this was worth it for the accommodating facilities and services. The staff were exceptionally friendly, even with an older dog and allowed them to bring their furry companions into the bar and conservatory areas. Just be careful of leaving chocolate treats within reach of curious pups! While some tables were on the smaller side, most guests were happy to have their dogs sitting beside them during meal times. Overall, the Oban Bay Hotel is an excellent dog-friendly option in a lovely location.

No, Oban Bay Hotel doesn't have any pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Oban Bay Hotel.

Yes, Oban Bay Hotel welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Oban Bay Hotel.

No, Oban Bay Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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