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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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C$ 116
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rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 3181 reviews
3,181 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 116
Double room
C$ 176
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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. Under a minute's stroll from Oban Railway Station, it offers guests an ideal base when visiting Oban.

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

Each comfortable room at Columba Hotel features a bathtub, plus all the essentials for an enjoyable stay.

In-house dining options include Alba, which provides a convenient spot to enjoy a meal. Guests can enjoy a varied drinks selection at Harbour and Harbour Lights. A selection of dining options are also found in the area.

The hotel enjoys an ideal location, allowing guests easy access to a range of popular attractions. It is also within walking distance of McCaigs Tower and St Columba's Cathedral.

8.2
Very good rating
Based on 3,181 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Columba Hotel

Thu 25/9
Fri 26/9
Double room
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C$ 176
nightly with fees
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C$ 176
nightly with fees
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C$ 280
nightly with fees
Standard Room
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C$ 116
nightly with fees
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C$ 134
nightly with fees
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C$ 167
nightly with fees
*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
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • 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
3181 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, Sep 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, Sep 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 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Columba Hotel

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October
August
C$ 185
C$ 331
Cheapest month to stay with an average 31% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Columba Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Columba Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and July.
  • The cheapest price a room at Columba Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 185, while the most expensive was C$ 185.
  • How long should you stay at Columba Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

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 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Columba Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Columba Hotel in Oban and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Columba Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Columba Hotel.

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Distance to downtown

8.4
0.1 km

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