Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5AF, United Kingdom
#6 of 25 hotels in Oban
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1002 hostel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Free Wifi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 23, 2024
David
CanadaEfficient and friendly staff, very helpful and accompanying. Two thumbs up!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 22, 2024
Peter
United KingdomNothing perfect Fiona was a friendly efficient and wonderful host
Fabulous views, quiet location but 10 mins to town walking with fab views
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 21, 2024
Raju
United States of AmericaAll good.
View. Location.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 20, 2024
Mike
United KingdomNothing on the strength of this visit.
All the staff were very helpful and friendly. Laundry facilities were very welcome. Common areas were very clean and comfortable. Room was a good size, and the shower was excellent.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 18, 2024
Mary
United States of AmericaNothing
It was amazing for our group of 6. We got a private room. The staff was amazing and friendly. Facilities were very cleans.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 15, 2024
Sara
United KingdomCleaness of mattress
It’s cozy inside. And the hostel location is loacted next to the sea. Beautiful scenery ever
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Elizabeth
BelgiumLocation excellent..fabulous views
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Mcafee
United KingdomNothing
Everything first class. Definitely recommend.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Clare
United KingdomAn earlier check in time would have been nice. Checked in at 3pm. Didn't realize that we could have used all the communal areas earlier as the main door was closed until 4 pm. Took some time to realise that access was via the back entrance which wasn't immediately obvious.
We are on reflection really happy with the experience as a whole. It is in a great location and very clean and comfortable with all amenities needed. Great vegan breakfast and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Pawel
Polandlocation, view from the room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 5, 2024
Fiona
United KingdomExcellent location and spacious quiet rooms
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 5, 2024
Sanya
United KingdomEverything was really nice
The service was exceptional. The staff was really helpful and friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 5, 2024
Travelnor
ItalyRooms are ok but a bit oldish, I found common places (like the kitchen) not very clean but is also because the guests who don't clean after use
The location, the spaces, the chill staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 2, 2024
Ofotcn
United KingdomIt was fine, shower had a bit of mould but really nothing to complain about at all.
Fabulous location. Husband and I stayed in an en-suite room in the annex. Great sea view and good walk into town about 10 minutes. Great value, there is a kitchen so you can make tea etc. all good.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 1, 2024
Robert
United KingdomFriendly warm welcome, late check in available, very good value for money, large room with comfy beds, self service kitchen, easy check out. Just overall a great experience!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Kevin
United KingdomBreathtaking views
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Hadass
IsraelBe mindful you need to climb a lot of stairs to your room.
Maria in reception was great!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 24, 2024
Sonia
United Kingdomthe showers are odd, either the water pressure is manageable but cold or it is warm but extremely powerful like a bit painful! i took it as a free massage 😅
the location is superb, the views amazing, dorm room was big and airy, it is clean, the kitchen has everything, the staff were super friendly and helpful, there's two comfortable lounges i was able to do some work from
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Kanian
IndiaNo bed side socket to charge your phones etc The wash basin in the room was partially clogged.
Huge Hostel with fantastic views of Oban Bay from the Lounge rooms. Very Helpful staff. Near to eateries, town centre, pubs Rooms are comfy Fast wifi
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Aurelio
SwitzerlandIncredibly nice old house, with very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Sounak
IndiaNA
Amazing location, best views, awesome lounges, friendly staff! The best youth hostel stay for me!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
A
United KingdomClean, friendly and convenient
Great location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Carol
United KingdomWe found the beds and pillows very hard.
The location of the hostel is brilliant with superb views over the bay. Our room was excellent access on the ground floor. with a very large shower/wet room. Perfect for my husband with some mobility problems. Cooking facilities were excellent.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Lín
United KingdomThe showers are a bit violent, lol. The water pressure is immense! I think it's £3 to rent a towel unless you bring your own.
This is a fabulous hostel and has the best view! I love staying here when I visit Oban. It is located a 10 minute walk from the train/bus station and ferry terminal, along the sea. Spacious rooms, with toilet and shower facilities en suite. The beds are slightly short for me (I'm 6 foot) but other than that, quite comfy with solid pillows and a thick, warm duvet. Clean and nice rooms. The staff are very helpful. A lovely quiet lounge downstairs, and another beautiful, large lounge with plenty of seating. Large, well equipped kitchen and dining area with fridges, freezer, air fryer, ovens, plus plenty of storage. Extra breakfast/dining room with loads of space. All with the same, gorgeous and calming view of the ocean and the island of Kerrera. Very affordable as well. Washing machines (and dryers?) available st a charge. Oh, and there is a drying facility, so that clothes can dry overnight (well, it's open at all times), which is very handy.
Stayed in April 2024
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