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Columba Hotel
3 stars

Columba Hotel

The Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5QD, United Kingdom
Oban, United Kingdom
See location+44 163 156 2183
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$141
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rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 3179 reviews
3,179 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$141
Double room
$214
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Overview

Situated close to St. John's Cathedral Oban and St John's Cathedral, Columba Hotel offers modern accommodation in a traditional setting. It provides 3-star accommodation and views of the bay.

The hotel has 50 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Staff are available 24/7 and can assist with booking tours and tickets.

Columba Hotel features a range of places to dine, including Alba and Harbour. Packed lunches can be prepared on request for guests wanting to sightsee during the day.

There are a variety of restaurants and cafés near the hotel, and Taynuilt and Dalmally are an easy drive away. Oban Railway Station is right next door, linking guests with the rest of the area.

8.2
Very good rating
Based on 3,179 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Columba Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Columba Hotel

8.2
Very good
3179 verified ratings
Wonderful
1075
Very good
687
Good
657
Okay
280
Fair
259
Mediocre
99
Poor
124

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location and friendly service, highlighting the beautiful views and helpful staff. However, many reviews pointed out issues with cleanliness, outdated facilities, and uncomfortable beds, suggesting that the hotel needs significant improvements.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Room Size5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
Bed Comfort1 out of 10
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6.2
Okay
Matt, Sept 2019
Pros (+) Excellent location, limited free parking
Cons (-) Rooms are small and outdated, bed was very uncomfortable, one stairway is very uneven under the thick carpet, breakfast options are very limited compared to other similar hotels.
9.1
Wonderful
Ro, Sept 2019
Pros (+) Great breakfast buffet with fried eggs, toast, mushrooms, beans and more, very vegetarian friendly. Tower room was great with water views, big and comfortable.
Cons (-) Parking free has only 8 spots available though public parking is available also right there with just a pound per hour needing to be paid only between 9 and 6.
5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Their cute restaurant downstairs
Cons (-) -- Weird way to get to the rooms, you go to the back, past the bathrooms, and then up these stairs that looks more like a servants entry. Definitely doesn't feel like a luxurious stay considering the inital impression of how you even first get to your rooms --The water heater was out on our floor so even though it was so cold out and all you wanted was a hot bath, the showers were chilly and even ...
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Location

The Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5QD

What's nearby

  • Oban Distillery84 m
  • St. John's Cathedral177 m
  • McCaig's Tower285 m
  • Oban Railway Station341 m
  • Oban War and Peace Museum0.5 km
  • St Columba's Cathedral0.6 km
  • Glencruitten Golf Club1 km
  • Ganavan Sands2.4 km
  • Stramash Outdoor Activities2.6 km
  • Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel4.8 km
  • Isle of Kerrera5.3 km
  • Gylen Castle6.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Columba Hotel

  • Where is Columba Hotel located?

    Columba Hotel is located at The Esplanade, 0.1 km from the centre of Oban. Oban Distillery is the closest landmark to Columba Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Columba Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Columba Hotel.

  • Does Columba Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Columba Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Columba Hotel from the airport?

    Columba Hotel is 86.2 km from Isle of Tiree. Columba Hotel is 88.3 km from Glasgow Intl.

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0.1 km

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