Located in Oban and within 300 metres of Corran Halls, Oban Backpackers features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. All units at the hostel are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests at Oban Backpackers will be able to enjoy activities in and around Oban, like hiking and cycling. Dunstaffnage Castle is 5.6 km from the accommodation, while Kilmartin House Museum is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 9 km from Oban Backpackers.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Oban, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Vandenberg
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    As hostels go this one is convivial, cosy and comfortable. The communal area is great although it also seems to be the staff living room more than the guests. Rooms are good and clean. Overall it’s a bit shabby but that adds to the cosy...
  • Julian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent friendly staff, very helpful. Wonderful and comfortable communal areas and spacious bunks Helpful in finding storage space for my touring bicycle Oh and free hot drinks including camomile my favourite. Best hostel in oban in my opinion
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Love the relaxed atmosphere and camaraderie in lounge.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Oban Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Oban Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 17:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 01:00 and 07:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo American Express Cash Oban Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking for 10 persons or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note, families can only be accommodated at the property if they book the entire dormitory. Guests should contact the property for further details.

Please note that the property is closed daily between 12:00 and 17:00. There is a curfew set between 01:00 and 07:30.

Laundry services are available for an additional fee of GBP 5 per load.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

FAQs about Oban Backpackers

  • The prices at Oban Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Oban Backpackers can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Buffet

  • Oban Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Live music/performance

  • Check-in at Oban Backpackers is from 17:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Oban Backpackers is 350 yards from the centre of Oban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.