Name: The Kelvin Hotel
Address: Shore Street, Oban, Scotland, United Kingdom, Oban, Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
Rating: 8.15

Guest reviews

8.2

Very good

Based on 584 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

7%

Couple

28%

Family

30%

Group

19%

Solo

14%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At The Kelvin Hotel, travelers praise the convenient location beside the ferry and train, friendly staff, and a cozy bar, with many rooms clean, comfortable, and sometimes refurbished, some offering kitchenettes and harbor views for a straightforward, value stay.

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10

Kareen

4 weeks ago

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was amazing, nice and central also a fabulous location for watching all the ferries coming and going!!! We will be back!

10

Daniel

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel easy parking comfy beds. Very convenient

4

Margaret

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was fine but I got zapped by an electrical outlet while plugging in the hair dryer.

8

Kimberly

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, an easy walk to ferry and train stations. The rooms are small, but clean and well laid out.

10

Ryan

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the older building with updated features that made for a very comfortable stay. Very clean, nice room overlooking the harbor with small convenient kitchenette. Excellent comfortable king bed with convenient electrical charging capability on both sides. Very convenient location for access to the downtown area including the ferry, bus and train stations, but far enough from bustle and noise- very quiet. A fine continental breakfast with a great coffee maker for cappuccinos and more. Really enjoyed spending time in the cozy onsite pub and blethering a bit with the very congenial and accommodating host, with a good selection of drafts and extensive assortment of fine whiskys (wee suggestion: I would have loved a real dartboard 😉). I really enjoyed our three nights there and eagerly look forward to the next time we can visit Oban and revisit the Kelvin for our next stay. Highly recommended!

Shore Street, Oban, Scotland, United Kingdom

Location

Located in Oban, The Kelvin Hotel is in the city center and by the sea. Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal and Oban Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch Creran Marine Protected Area and Ganavan Sands. Atlantis Leisure and Ardchattan Priory Garden are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and boat tours adventures can be found near the property.

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Property Policies

Check-in instructions

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 21:00

Before 10:00

FAQs

Uncovered self parking is available at a fee of GBP 7.5 per day. There is also nearby parking available for the same fee, located just 33 feet away. Reservations are not required.

Check-in time starts at 15:00 and ends at 21:00. Check-out time is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property at least 72 hours before arrival.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, there are no elevators available.

The hotel is situated in the city center of Oban, by the sea. It is close to key attractions such as the Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club, with activities like kayaking and sailing available nearby.

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Pets are not allowed at the property, including service animals.

The property does not offer rollaway or extra beds, nor cribs (infant beds).

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