Columba Hotel

3 stars
The Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5QD, United Kingdom
Oban, United Kingdom
8.3
Very good
based on 3232 reviews
3,232 reviews
Thu 6/11
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Fri 7/11
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 117
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Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 117
Double room
C$ 178
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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.

8.3
Very good rating
Based on 3,232 verified guest reviews

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Thu 6/11
Fri 7/11
Standard Room
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C$ 117
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C$ 136
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C$ 144
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Double room
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C$ 178
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C$ 178
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C$ 272
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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

Health and safety

  • Face masks for guests available
  • First-aid kit
  • Access to health care professionals
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Safe
  • Delivered food is securely covered

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

Bathroom

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

General

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

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

Reviews of Columba Hotel

8.3
Very good
3232 verified ratings
Wonderful
1100
Very good
705
Good
665
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

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Essential information about Columba Hotel

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C$ 187
C$ 335
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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$ 187, while the most expensive was C$ 187.
  • 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.

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Distance to downtown

8.4
0.1 km

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