The Kelvin Hotel
US$104
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for The Kelvin Hotel
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US$104
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Kelvin Hotel average US$61 in the cheapest month (January) and US$3,358 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$61 |
| February | US$63 |
| March | US$74 |
| April | US$96 |
| May | US$176 |
| June | US$156 |
| July | US$157 |
| August | US$3,358 |
| September | US$159 |
| October | US$104 |
| November | US$79 |
| December | US$86 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$3,358)
Cheapest: January (~US$61)
About this property
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Location
With a stay at The Kelvin Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Oban, steps from Oban Ferry Terminal and McCaig's Tower
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Golf course (nearby)
Allergy-free room available
Room options
6
Studio
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
HeatingKitchenetteRefrigeratorAccessible by Stairs
5
Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
124 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
4
Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
344 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
8
Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
168 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
10
Single Room
Room details
1 Single Bed
89 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
7
Family Room (3 Adults)
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
152 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
Guest reviews of The Kelvin Hotel
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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What guests think
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.
Multiple reviews highlight easy walking access to shops and dining and paid public parking across the street. Common drawbacks include no elevator and occasional ferry or street noise, plus several reports of dated fittings and temperamental showers. Breakfast is available but often described as simple, and there is no full restaurant. Overall, expect a friendly, no-frills base in a prime Oban location.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic: a cozy on-site bar is well liked, parking is via the paid public lot across the street, and there is no elevator.
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10
Jessie
6 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The Kelvin is in an older building with a lot of charm. The room was large and clean with good amenities, including a kitchenette which was quite handy. The statt were very helpful and super friendly. Our bed was relatively comfortable as well. There is only paid parking available, but it was conveniently located right across the street from the hotel, which worked well for us and gave us the freedom to wander around Oban on foot. The bar downstairs was a nice place to relax in the evenings with games to play and patrons to chat with.
The Kelvin is in an older building with a lot of charm. The room was large and clean with good amenities, including a kitchenette which was quite handy. The statt were very helpful and super friendly. Our bed was relatively comfortable as well. There is only paid parking available, but it was conveniently located right across the street from the hotel, which worked well for us and gave us the freedom to wander around Oban on foot. The bar downstairs was a nice place to relax in the evenings with games to play and patrons to chat with.
10
Wayne
25 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
We had a great time, Sheena was a wonderful host. The breakfast was delicious. The hotel is 5 minute walk to the ferry. Parking across the street. £7.50 a day. Close to downtown too. This is a true gem. 5*/5.
We had a great time, Sheena was a wonderful host. The breakfast was delicious. The hotel is 5 minute walk to the ferry. Parking across the street. £7.50 a day. Close to downtown too. This is a true gem. 5*/5.
8
Yelena
8 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is across the street from the harbor to board the ferries. The paid parking lot is in front of the hotel. The room was clean, spacious. Breakfast was good but modest in choices - mostly carbs. Staff was friendly. This hotel does not have an elevator, getting luggage upstairs is an exercise.
The hotel is across the street from the harbor to board the ferries. The paid parking lot is in front of the hotel. The room was clean, spacious. Breakfast was good but modest in choices - mostly carbs. Staff was friendly. This hotel does not have an elevator, getting luggage upstairs is an exercise.
6
linda
10 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
No on site parking. Basic amenities. No restaurant. Easy to town. Expensive for what it is.
No on site parking. Basic amenities. No restaurant. Easy to town. Expensive for what it is.
6
Marzia
17 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The right place for a one night stay. Close to the ferry pier and the fish market. The building is old without lift, reception in the pub at ground floor. The room has everything you need in a tiny space. Windows haven't been renewed, very hard to open. Usb plugs by the bed are a smart idea but unfortunately not working. I asked for luggage deposit next morning as I was on a day tour (like 80% of tourists in Oban) but I wasn't allowed due to a private event. Overall a good value for money if you look for an essential stay.
The right place for a one night stay. Close to the ferry pier and the fish market. The building is old without lift, reception in the pub at ground floor. The room has everything you need in a tiny space. Windows haven't been renewed, very hard to open. Usb plugs by the bed are a smart idea but unfortunately not working. I asked for luggage deposit next morning as I was on a day tour (like 80% of tourists in Oban) but I wasn't allowed due to a private event. Overall a good value for money if you look for an essential stay.
6
Tonya
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked to stay here based on Hotels.com saying they had car parking and we needed a place to stash our car for a day while we went on a tour. 1) THIS HOTEL DOES NOT HAVE ONSITE PARKING. There is a paid parking lot nearby. The person working the desk, and by desk I mean bar, said they have tried to get this changed in the description but no one will change it. 2) THIS HOTEL IS CLOSER TO A HOSTEL THAN A HOTEL. As in, old, dirty, worn. We had a family room and quite frankly we ALL chose to wait until the next hotel to shower. 3) The location for taking a ferry out of Oban and eating and wandering is wonderful which is what got it 3 stars. 4) the staff was friendly (we only met 1) 5) the breakfast was £8 and was very slim. I would probably not stay here again but if you wanna be near the ferry with a paid parking lot nearby go for it.
We booked to stay here based on Hotels.com saying they had car parking and we needed a place to stash our car for a day while we went on a tour. 1) THIS HOTEL DOES NOT HAVE ONSITE PARKING. There is a paid parking lot nearby. The person working the desk, and by desk I mean bar, said they have tried to get this changed in the description but no one will change it. 2) THIS HOTEL IS CLOSER TO A HOSTEL THAN A HOTEL. As in, old, dirty, worn. We had a family room and quite frankly we ALL chose to wait until the next hotel to shower. 3) The location for taking a ferry out of Oban and eating and wandering is wonderful which is what got it 3 stars. 4) the staff was friendly (we only met 1) 5) the breakfast was £8 and was very slim. I would probably not stay here again but if you wanna be near the ferry with a paid parking lot nearby go for it.
10
Michael
25 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Parking was across the street and low cost. The room was clean, the bar area comfy, the staff very accommodating and friendly! Convenient location.
Parking was across the street and low cost. The room was clean, the bar area comfy, the staff very accommodating and friendly! Convenient location.
6
Kwok Fung
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms are all upstairs and there is no lift. My room is facing the parking lot and get noisy early with car/truck and train. The room is spacious but no shampoo. Hotel itself has no restaurant, the cheap 7.5 gbp breakfast does not have hot item. The bar close early like 9pm. The room can get chilly, even in August, so there is heater, but no A/C. All in all, just a place to sleep.
The rooms are all upstairs and there is no lift. My room is facing the parking lot and get noisy early with car/truck and train. The room is spacious but no shampoo. Hotel itself has no restaurant, the cheap 7.5 gbp breakfast does not have hot item. The bar close early like 9pm. The room can get chilly, even in August, so there is heater, but no A/C. All in all, just a place to sleep.
8
James
7 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
there was paid parking across the road which was very safe, although we managed to use the free overnight street parking,across the road from the hotel. the room was a studio loft with limited cooking facilities, but sufficient for a stay of a few days. The staff were very friendly and the small bar was cosy and had a relaxed homely (in a good way) atmosphere. being a small port town, all the essentials were nearby, and the train station and ferry terminal were very close as well. Surprisingly the rooms were very quiet despite the proximity of the transport hub.
there was paid parking across the road which was very safe, although we managed to use the free overnight street parking,across the road from the hotel. the room was a studio loft with limited cooking facilities, but sufficient for a stay of a few days. The staff were very friendly and the small bar was cosy and had a relaxed homely (in a good way) atmosphere. being a small port town, all the essentials were nearby, and the train station and ferry terminal were very close as well. Surprisingly the rooms were very quiet despite the proximity of the transport hub.
10
Wendy
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Recently refurbished rooms, superb views. The bar was well stocked and always a friendly face
Recently refurbished rooms, superb views. The bar was well stocked and always a friendly face
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently describe the property and rooms as clean or spotless, though a few guests noted worn areas and occasional cleanliness issues.
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10
Aileen
5 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff very friendly and hotel was spotless .
Staff very friendly and hotel was spotless .
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Zoe
6 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very dated property. It has really thin walls and you can hear everything. It’s not clean in the rooms and bathrooms. There was a giant spider as well. The sink never had hot water while the shower had the water heater button at the least. As well you can’t keep your luggage anywhere safe it was just in the area. On top of it there’s not really a check in area. I would not stay here again.
This is a very dated property. It has really thin walls and you can hear everything. It’s not clean in the rooms and bathrooms. There was a giant spider as well. The sink never had hot water while the shower had the water heater button at the least. As well you can’t keep your luggage anywhere safe it was just in the area. On top of it there’s not really a check in area. I would not stay here again.
10
Brian
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient and clean
Convenient and clean
10
Maxwell
16 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Could watch the ferry come and go from room. Easy to walk into town/restaurants/shopping. Older hotel that has been updated. Room/bathroom very clean. Breakfast was very good.
Great location. Could watch the ferry come and go from room. Easy to walk into town/restaurants/shopping. Older hotel that has been updated. Room/bathroom very clean. Breakfast was very good.
6
Tonya
10 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We booked to stay here based on Hotels.com saying they had car parking and we needed a place to stash our car for a day while we went on a tour. 1) THIS HOTEL DOES NOT HAVE ONSITE PARKING. There is a paid parking lot nearby. The person working the desk, and by desk I mean bar, said they have tried to get this changed in the description but no one will change it. 2) THIS HOTEL IS CLOSER TO A HOSTEL THAN A HOTEL. As in, old, dirty, worn. We had a family room and quite frankly we ALL chose to wait until the next hotel to shower. 3) The location for taking a ferry out of Oban and eating and wandering is wonderful which is what got it 3 stars. 4) the staff was friendly (we only met 1) 5) the breakfast was £8 and was very slim. I would probably not stay here again but if you wanna be near the ferry with a paid parking lot nearby go for it.
We booked to stay here based on Hotels.com saying they had car parking and we needed a place to stash our car for a day while we went on a tour. 1) THIS HOTEL DOES NOT HAVE ONSITE PARKING. There is a paid parking lot nearby. The person working the desk, and by desk I mean bar, said they have tried to get this changed in the description but no one will change it. 2) THIS HOTEL IS CLOSER TO A HOSTEL THAN A HOTEL. As in, old, dirty, worn. We had a family room and quite frankly we ALL chose to wait until the next hotel to shower. 3) The location for taking a ferry out of Oban and eating and wandering is wonderful which is what got it 3 stars. 4) the staff was friendly (we only met 1) 5) the breakfast was £8 and was very slim. I would probably not stay here again but if you wanna be near the ferry with a paid parking lot nearby go for it.
10
William
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean property with easy access to local amenities.
Clean property with easy access to local amenities.
10
Faith
12 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and nicely decorated. The bathroom looked to be newly renovated. The bar downstairs was a friendly place to visit after a day of sightseeing. The proprietor was extremely friendly and a delight to chat with. It was overall a nice mix of old and new.
The room was clean and nicely decorated. The bathroom looked to be newly renovated. The bar downstairs was a friendly place to visit after a day of sightseeing. The proprietor was extremely friendly and a delight to chat with. It was overall a nice mix of old and new.
10
anne
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Exceptional value for money . We had a studio suite that had clearly been recently done, it was very nicely done and spotlessly clean. I would absolutely stay again.
Exceptional value for money . We had a studio suite that had clearly been recently done, it was very nicely done and spotlessly clean. I would absolutely stay again.
10
Mary
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, easy check-in and checkout. Clean and comfortable.
Good location, easy check-in and checkout. Clean and comfortable.
10
Jim
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great value. Super clean. Loved it
Great value. Super clean. Loved it
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Rooms
Rooms range from compact to spacious, with many offering kitchenettes and some harbor views; several are refurbished, while others feel dated, with recurring complaints about shower performance, sloped attic ceilings, and noise in front-facing rooms.
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Jessie
6 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Kelvin is in an older building with a lot of charm. The room was large and clean with good amenities, including a kitchenette which was quite handy. The statt were very helpful and super friendly. Our bed was relatively comfortable as well. There is only paid parking available, but it was conveniently located right across the street from the hotel, which worked well for us and gave us the freedom to wander around Oban on foot. The bar downstairs was a nice place to relax in the evenings with games to play and patrons to chat with.
The Kelvin is in an older building with a lot of charm. The room was large and clean with good amenities, including a kitchenette which was quite handy. The statt were very helpful and super friendly. Our bed was relatively comfortable as well. There is only paid parking available, but it was conveniently located right across the street from the hotel, which worked well for us and gave us the freedom to wander around Oban on foot. The bar downstairs was a nice place to relax in the evenings with games to play and patrons to chat with.
8
Charlene
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was fine, is old and tired but our room was very clean. Noisy being near the ferry. The biggest complaint is that the room was freezing and short of putting on the heating, which seemed unnecessary given it was September and the outside temperature was not bad, we had no interest in putting it on. There must be air coming in the windows somehow although the windows were shut. Overall an average stay compared to the other hotels we stayed in on our trip.
The hotel was fine, is old and tired but our room was very clean. Noisy being near the ferry. The biggest complaint is that the room was freezing and short of putting on the heating, which seemed unnecessary given it was September and the outside temperature was not bad, we had no interest in putting it on. There must be air coming in the windows somehow although the windows were shut. Overall an average stay compared to the other hotels we stayed in on our trip.
10
Nathalie
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Chambre plus grande que prévu avec kitchenette. L’exterieur du batiment et les couloirs ne paient pas de mine, mais l’intérieur de la chambre est spacieux, bien agencé et équipé.
Chambre plus grande que prévu avec kitchenette. L’exterieur du batiment et les couloirs ne paient pas de mine, mais l’intérieur de la chambre est spacieux, bien agencé et équipé.
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Shari
27 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Good location convenient to town. Beds were fine - the bathroom was the problem. Shower did not work and toilet got clogged - very disappointing!
Good location convenient to town. Beds were fine - the bathroom was the problem. Shower did not work and toilet got clogged - very disappointing!
10
Ryan
13 Oct 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!
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!
8
Jon
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Picked one of the largest rooms with a double or queen unsure of the size and 2 twins. Great space for family to spread out. View is fantastic overlooking the port. Slept with the windows partly open and didn't really notice the noise from the ferries or train that often. Bathroom is ok, shower is snug but not to bad. The only negative is this room is all the way to the top with 3 floors of stairs only. Short walk to town, close to restaurants and pubs.
Picked one of the largest rooms with a double or queen unsure of the size and 2 twins. Great space for family to spread out. View is fantastic overlooking the port. Slept with the windows partly open and didn't really notice the noise from the ferries or train that often. Bathroom is ok, shower is snug but not to bad. The only negative is this room is all the way to the top with 3 floors of stairs only. Short walk to town, close to restaurants and pubs.
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Allison
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The family room set up was helpful with the twin beds in separate areas. Kids got a good nights sleep. The room was clean though worn and musty -one in our group has a dust allergy and woke sneezing and sniffling profusely. Proximity to the ferry terminal made the room quite noisy.
The family room set up was helpful with the twin beds in separate areas. Kids got a good nights sleep. The room was clean though worn and musty -one in our group has a dust allergy and woke sneezing and sniffling profusely. Proximity to the ferry terminal made the room quite noisy.
8
Eleanor
14 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The shower system was TERRIBLE
The shower system was TERRIBLE
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Sheila
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff- only saw one pleasant young man. Room was on top floor with great views. Linen was clean, towels a bit worn.AHowever slanting ceilings caused my tall husband some pain, there were no drawers or shelves for clothes, just storage boxes and seating was a hard rocking chair and 2 very hard bar stools. Dreadful shower and mini sink. You get what you pay for but was not cheap
Staff- only saw one pleasant young man. Room was on top floor with great views. Linen was clean, towels a bit worn.AHowever slanting ceilings caused my tall husband some pain, there were no drawers or shelves for clothes, just storage boxes and seating was a hard rocking chair and 2 very hard bar stools. Dreadful shower and mini sink. You get what you pay for but was not cheap
10
Wendy
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Recently refurbished rooms, superb views. The bar was well stocked and always a friendly face
Recently refurbished rooms, superb views. The bar was well stocked and always a friendly face
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Service
Service is a strong point: staff are repeatedly praised as friendly, accommodating, and helpful, with easy bar-based check-in and assistance with luggage and local tips.
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Janice
24 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was quiet, convenient and had easy parking. The young man who checked me in was very helpful, showing me where to leave the car. Only snag I had was difficulty getting the shower to run warm.
The hotel was quiet, convenient and had easy parking. The young man who checked me in was very helpful, showing me where to leave the car. Only snag I had was difficulty getting the shower to run warm.
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Christina
27 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a late arrival and they were very accommodating when we called to make arrangements. Very convenient walking distance to ferry, train, busses, restaurants and shops. Plenty of space in the family room and nice view of the harbor.
Had a late arrival and they were very accommodating when we called to make arrangements. Very convenient walking distance to ferry, train, busses, restaurants and shops. Plenty of space in the family room and nice view of the harbor.
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Peter
29 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay at the Kelvin. Very friendly staff. So convenient to the train station and ferry. We had a fun stay.We will stay again, and tell our friends to stay there The MacLean Family
Great stay at the Kelvin. Very friendly staff. So convenient to the train station and ferry. We had a fun stay.We will stay again, and tell our friends to stay there The MacLean Family
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Wayne
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great time, Sheena was a wonderful host. The breakfast was delicious. The hotel is 5 minute walk to the ferry. Parking across the street. £7.50 a day. Close to downtown too. This is a true gem. 5*/5.
We had a great time, Sheena was a wonderful host. The breakfast was delicious. The hotel is 5 minute walk to the ferry. Parking across the street. £7.50 a day. Close to downtown too. This is a true gem. 5*/5.
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Laura
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The bar check in was easy and convenient! The property was clean and walkable to anything in town. It is right next to the train and the ferry station. The highlight was the staff! They were so kind and fun and made my time enjoyable! I would go back
The bar check in was easy and convenient! The property was clean and walkable to anything in town. It is right next to the train and the ferry station. The highlight was the staff! They were so kind and fun and made my time enjoyable! I would go back
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Elizabeth
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous welcome by the staff who were very friendly. The young girl even carried our bags up for us. Spacious clean rooms. Walk to everywhere.
Fabulous welcome by the staff who were very friendly. The young girl even carried our bags up for us. Spacious clean rooms. Walk to everywhere.
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Barry
14 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff very friendly, great location, very nice hotel I’ll use it again next time I’m in Oban
Staff very friendly, great location, very nice hotel I’ll use it again next time I’m in Oban
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Maria
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sheena, the manager, greeted us at check-in welcoming us to The Kelvin. We always stay here when we come to Oban. The location can't be beat, right next to the ferry terminal and the train station, shops and restaurants within minutes of walking out the door. The staff here is always friendly and the bar is one of the coziest in town. This is always a winner.
Sheena, the manager, greeted us at check-in welcoming us to The Kelvin. We always stay here when we come to Oban. The location can't be beat, right next to the ferry terminal and the train station, shops and restaurants within minutes of walking out the door. The staff here is always friendly and the bar is one of the coziest in town. This is always a winner.
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Ronald
18 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very easy check-in/check-out. Good location, walkable to restaurants and shops. Clean, well-appointed room.
Very easy check-in/check-out. Good location, walkable to restaurants and shops. Clean, well-appointed room.
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Graham
6 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Owner and staff were very friendly and helpful with recommendations on where to eat, find some items we needed and what to do. Would def recommend!
Owner and staff were very friendly and helpful with recommendations on where to eat, find some items we needed and what to do. Would def recommend!
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Location
Outstanding for transport links—steps from the ferry, train, and buses—and an easy walk to shops and restaurants; the trade-off is occasional noise from the terminals.
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Kimberly
19 Oct 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.
Great location, an easy walk to ferry and train stations. The rooms are small, but clean and well laid out.
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Wayne
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great time, Sheena was a wonderful host. The breakfast was delicious. The hotel is 5 minute walk to the ferry. Parking across the street. £7.50 a day. Close to downtown too. This is a true gem. 5*/5.
We had a great time, Sheena was a wonderful host. The breakfast was delicious. The hotel is 5 minute walk to the ferry. Parking across the street. £7.50 a day. Close to downtown too. This is a true gem. 5*/5.
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Maria
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Kelvin is always where I stay when I'm in Oban. Not only is it a convenient location next to the train and ferry stations, but the accommodations are clean and cozy. Sheena, the manager is very welcoming and the bartender Danny was a pleasure to talk with. The bar area is especially inviting with a good selection of beers on tap. You can't go wrong here.
The Kelvin is always where I stay when I'm in Oban. Not only is it a convenient location next to the train and ferry stations, but the accommodations are clean and cozy. Sheena, the manager is very welcoming and the bartender Danny was a pleasure to talk with. The bar area is especially inviting with a good selection of beers on tap. You can't go wrong here.
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Lewis
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great harbor view
Great harbor view
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Ryan
13 Oct 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!
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!
10
Sarah
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Outstanding location, friendly and knowledgeable staff as well as comfy and clean rooms. A hidden gem in Oban.
Outstanding location, friendly and knowledgeable staff as well as comfy and clean rooms. A hidden gem in Oban.
6
Allison
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The family room set up was helpful with the twin beds in separate areas. Kids got a good nights sleep. The room was clean though worn and musty -one in our group has a dust allergy and woke sneezing and sniffling profusely. Proximity to the ferry terminal made the room quite noisy.
The family room set up was helpful with the twin beds in separate areas. Kids got a good nights sleep. The room was clean though worn and musty -one in our group has a dust allergy and woke sneezing and sniffling profusely. Proximity to the ferry terminal made the room quite noisy.
10
Maria
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sheena, the manager, greeted us at check-in welcoming us to The Kelvin. We always stay here when we come to Oban. The location can't be beat, right next to the ferry terminal and the train station, shops and restaurants within minutes of walking out the door. The staff here is always friendly and the bar is one of the coziest in town. This is always a winner.
Sheena, the manager, greeted us at check-in welcoming us to The Kelvin. We always stay here when we come to Oban. The location can't be beat, right next to the ferry terminal and the train station, shops and restaurants within minutes of walking out the door. The staff here is always friendly and the bar is one of the coziest in town. This is always a winner.
10
Shannon
9 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and very big. Had a small fridge, cutlery, toaster and kettle. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Right across from the ferry port and walking distance to shops and restaurants
Room was clean and very big. Had a small fridge, cutlery, toaster and kettle. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Right across from the ferry port and walking distance to shops and restaurants
6
Terry
8 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 3 nights in early October 2023. The good news is it's close to the ferry terminal. The bad news is its close to the ferry terminal. The noise was pretty loud until after 10pm. The hotel looked a little tired as some of the rugs were frayed and hallway floors creaked.
Stayed 3 nights in early October 2023. The good news is it's close to the ferry terminal. The bad news is its close to the ferry terminal. The noise was pretty loud until after 10pm. The hotel looked a little tired as some of the rugs were frayed and hallway floors creaked.
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Dining
Breakfast quality and availability vary: some guests described it as delicious, while others found it basic or unavailable. The bar is popular for drinks, and there is no on-site restaurant.
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David
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed our stay very much. The staff was excellent and provided great guest support. Breakfasts were delicious and overall service met our needs. The location of the property made it quite convenient during our stay.
We enjoyed our stay very much. The staff was excellent and provided great guest support. Breakfasts were delicious and overall service met our needs. The location of the property made it quite convenient during our stay.
10
Regina
21 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good location walking distance from sights, shopping, pubs and restaurant and, very important to us, close to ferry to Mull (we planned a visit to Iona). Easy, no fuss check in, with friendly staff. We enjoyed the quiet lounge for a good whiskey and to play board games. Comfortable and clean room. We tries the breakfast one morning: it was a rather modest affair. Better pick up food for breakfast at near by cafes. Convenient parking across the street (for a fee) or on the street (free)
Very good location walking distance from sights, shopping, pubs and restaurant and, very important to us, close to ferry to Mull (we planned a visit to Iona). Easy, no fuss check in, with friendly staff. We enjoyed the quiet lounge for a good whiskey and to play board games. Comfortable and clean room. We tries the breakfast one morning: it was a rather modest affair. Better pick up food for breakfast at near by cafes. Convenient parking across the street (for a fee) or on the street (free)
8
Zachary
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were all very friendly and service was good. Clean room, fairly comfortable beds. My only complaints would be our room was pretty warm because we could only open the window a bit. I would also say that breakfast was pretty limited in terms of options and maybe not worth it in my opinion. Overall, a good stay.
The staff were all very friendly and service was good. Clean room, fairly comfortable beds. My only complaints would be our room was pretty warm because we could only open the window a bit. I would also say that breakfast was pretty limited in terms of options and maybe not worth it in my opinion. Overall, a good stay.
10
Ryan
13 Oct 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!
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!
6
Tonya
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked to stay here based on Hotels.com saying they had car parking and we needed a place to stash our car for a day while we went on a tour. 1) THIS HOTEL DOES NOT HAVE ONSITE PARKING. There is a paid parking lot nearby. The person working the desk, and by desk I mean bar, said they have tried to get this changed in the description but no one will change it. 2) THIS HOTEL IS CLOSER TO A HOSTEL THAN A HOTEL. As in, old, dirty, worn. We had a family room and quite frankly we ALL chose to wait until the next hotel to shower. 3) The location for taking a ferry out of Oban and eating and wandering is wonderful which is what got it 3 stars. 4) the staff was friendly (we only met 1) 5) the breakfast was £8 and was very slim. I would probably not stay here again but if you wanna be near the ferry with a paid parking lot nearby go for it.
We booked to stay here based on Hotels.com saying they had car parking and we needed a place to stash our car for a day while we went on a tour. 1) THIS HOTEL DOES NOT HAVE ONSITE PARKING. There is a paid parking lot nearby. The person working the desk, and by desk I mean bar, said they have tried to get this changed in the description but no one will change it. 2) THIS HOTEL IS CLOSER TO A HOSTEL THAN A HOTEL. As in, old, dirty, worn. We had a family room and quite frankly we ALL chose to wait until the next hotel to shower. 3) The location for taking a ferry out of Oban and eating and wandering is wonderful which is what got it 3 stars. 4) the staff was friendly (we only met 1) 5) the breakfast was £8 and was very slim. I would probably not stay here again but if you wanna be near the ferry with a paid parking lot nearby go for it.
8
Lisella
2 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room pleasant, well appointed and clean but breakfast wasn’t available (the info said it would be if booked). Bar downstairs didn’t serve food so l went across the road to the Premier Inn for both dinner and breakfast. Close to the ferry terminal which is what l needed.
Room pleasant, well appointed and clean but breakfast wasn’t available (the info said it would be if booked). Bar downstairs didn’t serve food so l went across the road to the Premier Inn for both dinner and breakfast. Close to the ferry terminal which is what l needed.
10
Deborah
16 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely staff. Well priced. Great breakfast.
Lovely staff. Well priced. Great breakfast.
10
Cath
19 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was the best night sleep we have had in the UK . The staff were super friendly and helpful. The bar and breakfast was great. It was in close walking distance to everything. Easy parking across the street. We had a very enjoyable stay and would definitely stay again.
The hotel was the best night sleep we have had in the UK . The staff were super friendly and helpful. The bar and breakfast was great. It was in close walking distance to everything. Easy parking across the street. We had a very enjoyable stay and would definitely stay again.
10
Daralee
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were pleased to find small kitchens in our rooms. The pub down stairs was vey nice and we were able to walk to a great restaurant. It was right across the road from the ferry terminal. The staff was very nice, breakfast was good and the rooms (beds) were comfortable.
We were pleased to find small kitchens in our rooms. The pub down stairs was vey nice and we were able to walk to a great restaurant. It was right across the road from the ferry terminal. The staff was very nice, breakfast was good and the rooms (beds) were comfortable.
8
James
7 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
there was paid parking across the road which was very safe, although we managed to use the free overnight street parking,across the road from the hotel. the room was a studio loft with limited cooking facilities, but sufficient for a stay of a few days. The staff were very friendly and the small bar was cosy and had a relaxed homely (in a good way) atmosphere. being a small port town, all the essentials were nearby, and the train station and ferry terminal were very close as well. Surprisingly the rooms were very quiet despite the proximity of the transport hub.
there was paid parking across the road which was very safe, although we managed to use the free overnight street parking,across the road from the hotel. the room was a studio loft with limited cooking facilities, but sufficient for a stay of a few days. The staff were very friendly and the small bar was cosy and had a relaxed homely (in a good way) atmosphere. being a small port town, all the essentials were nearby, and the train station and ferry terminal were very close as well. Surprisingly the rooms were very quiet despite the proximity of the transport hub.
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From 15:00 to 21:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about The Kelvin Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
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.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
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.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, there are no elevators available.
Where is the hotel located?
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.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property, including service animals.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not offer rollaway or extra beds, nor cribs (infant beds).
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