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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
From
RM 318
Cheapest

rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 2909 reviews
2,909 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
RM 318
Double room
RM 414

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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.

Rating
8.2
Very good
Based on 2,909 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Columba Hotel

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

Dining

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

Basics

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

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Reviews of Columba Hotel

8.2
Very good
2909 verified ratings
Wonderful
950
Very good
604
Good
627
Okay
266
Fair
253
Mediocre
92
Poor
117
Guests say
The hotel boasts an excellent location that guests love, with close proximity to attractions and beautiful views. However, many reviewers have expressed concerns about the cleanliness and maintenance of the hotel, citing outdated rooms, mold, and broken facilities like heating and elevators. Bed comfort has also been a significant issue, with several guests mentioning uncomfortable mattresses. Service experiences have been mixed, with some finding staff friendly, while others reported unfriendly interactions. Overall, the hotel offers good value for its prime location, but improvements are urgently needed in areas like cleanliness and room comfort.
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Location10 out of 10
Service5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
Value for Price2 out of 10
Bed Comfort1.5 out of 10
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6.2
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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 War and Peace Museum0.5 km
  • Glencruitten Golf Club1 km
  • Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds1.5 km
  • Ganavan Sands2.4 km
  • Carn Breugach4.8 km
  • Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel4.8 km
  • Gylen Castle6.4 km
  • Connel Bridge6.9 km
  • Clachan Bridge12.8 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/pre-payment

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 88.5 km from Glasgow Intl.

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