The Whisky Vaults
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About this property
This smoke-free inn features a bar/lounge, express check-out, and free WiFi in public areas. The Whisky Vaults offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premiu...
Location
Located in Oban, The Whisky Vaults is by the sea. Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club 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 Glen Nant National Nature Reserve. Atlantis Leisure and Ardchattan Priory Garden are also worth visiting.
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Golf course (nearby)
Adults only
Guest reviews
9
Superb
Based on 383 verified reviews
What guests think
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At The Whisky Vaults, travellers praise the central Oban location and consistently warm, helpful staff, while noting steep, spiral stairs with no lift that can make access and luggage handling challenging for some guests.
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At The Whisky Vaults, travellers praise the central Oban location and consistently warm, helpful staff, while noting steep, spiral stairs with no lift that can make access and luggage handling challenging for some guests.
The whisky bar is a standout, with a large selection and knowledgeable bartenders, and many appreciate the simple breakfast bags left at the door. Rooms are generally clean and comfortable but often very small with tight bathrooms; a few guests mention occasional noise near the beer garden or warm top-floor rooms. Some also note limited reception availability and inflexibility around luggage storage or late checkout; overall, expect a characterful stay best suited to light packers who value location and bar culture.
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Facilities
Excellent on-site whisky bar and beer garden are frequently praised. Access is via steep spiral stairs with no lift, and parking is in nearby paid public lots or street spaces.
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Helen
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Whisky Vaults is in a great location to explore Oban. Close to everything and clean and comfortable. Excellent water pressure in the shower too!! The bar is lovely with really friendly staff. Strongly recommend!
The Whisky Vaults is in a great location to explore Oban. Close to everything and clean and comfortable. Excellent water pressure in the shower too!! The bar is lovely with really friendly staff. Strongly recommend!
10
James
17 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic little hotel in walking distance to everything in Oban. Street parking right in front of the hotel was available, and the hotels bar had 350 very interesting bottles of Scotch, and a very friendly and knowledgeable bartender. If I come back to Oban, I am booking here again for sure.
Fantastic little hotel in walking distance to everything in Oban. Street parking right in front of the hotel was available, and the hotels bar had 350 very interesting bottles of Scotch, and a very friendly and knowledgeable bartender. If I come back to Oban, I am booking here again for sure.
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Keri
21 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Not for the faint of heart. Narrow circular stairway up three stories. Even small luggage is difficult.
Not for the faint of heart. Narrow circular stairway up three stories. Even small luggage is difficult.
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Theodore
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was rather small but cozy and had everything we needed. Staff was friendly and informative. There is parking right across the street that was very easy to access and allowed you to pay in advance for overnight parking. Very close to the Main Street and beautiful views.
The room was rather small but cozy and had everything we needed. Staff was friendly and informative. There is parking right across the street that was very easy to access and allowed you to pay in advance for overnight parking. Very close to the Main Street and beautiful views.
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Peggy
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Third floor, spiral staircase, no elevator. Pre-booking information should give these warnings. We are 72 and 83 years old and had to take those stairs very slowly, holding onto the rail with two hands, to be sure to avoid falling. Breakfast service comes in a paper bag outside the door at 7:30. Rooms are drab. No washcloth provided. The hotel is a block away from the main shopping and dining street, and that possibly justifies the rate, but I cannot recommend this property to weary travelers.
Third floor, spiral staircase, no elevator. Pre-booking information should give these warnings. We are 72 and 83 years old and had to take those stairs very slowly, holding onto the rail with two hands, to be sure to avoid falling. Breakfast service comes in a paper bag outside the door at 7:30. Rooms are drab. No washcloth provided. The hotel is a block away from the main shopping and dining street, and that possibly justifies the rate, but I cannot recommend this property to weary travelers.
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Diane
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our experience was fabulous from beginning to end. We were able to check in on arrival, and the staff always offer to carry your bags. Property is in a perfect location and we adored the town. Parking is not free but it is reasonably priced and very convenient with the lot being across the street. Wonderful staff! Thank you so much!
Our experience was fabulous from beginning to end. We were able to check in on arrival, and the staff always offer to carry your bags. Property is in a perfect location and we adored the town. Parking is not free but it is reasonably priced and very convenient with the lot being across the street. Wonderful staff! Thank you so much!
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Esther
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean but there was a smell in the stairwell Breakfast was good, a yogurt, pastry, fruit and muesli bar. Parking was street parking and had to be paid. Bathroom very small
Clean but there was a smell in the stairwell Breakfast was good, a yogurt, pastry, fruit and muesli bar. Parking was street parking and had to be paid. Bathroom very small
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Beverley
4 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in Oban - a beautiful traditional Scottish coastal city. Only caution for this hotel - you must access your room via a spiral staircase, which is difficult if one has mobility issues. Otherwise, excellent hotel. Nice continental breakfast outside room in the am. Adjacent to a FABULOUS bar to sample whiskies from near and far with patient and fun bartenders to guide your tasting experience. We would certainly stay here again!
Great location in Oban - a beautiful traditional Scottish coastal city. Only caution for this hotel - you must access your room via a spiral staircase, which is difficult if one has mobility issues. Otherwise, excellent hotel. Nice continental breakfast outside room in the am. Adjacent to a FABULOUS bar to sample whiskies from near and far with patient and fun bartenders to guide your tasting experience. We would certainly stay here again!
10
Ian
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it. The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff. Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby. A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it. The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff. Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby. A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
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PATRICIA
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There is no elevator and the stairs were a bit steep so beware that. The “wee pub” next to the larger pub is marvelous with a nice wood stove. We thoroughly enjoyed a quiet pint in the wee pub. Bed was comfortable and bathroom had a nice soaking tub. Easy to walk to local sights.
There is no elevator and the stairs were a bit steep so beware that. The “wee pub” next to the larger pub is marvelous with a nice wood stove. We thoroughly enjoyed a quiet pint in the wee pub. Bed was comfortable and bathroom had a nice soaking tub. Easy to walk to local sights.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms as clean and well kept, with several noting spotless conditions. A few mention minor issues like a stairwell odor or worn decor.
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Anne
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a cute little hotel. It was clean, but a little worn. It was conveniently located and had a pay parking lot less than a block away.
This was a cute little hotel. It was clean, but a little worn. It was conveniently located and had a pay parking lot less than a block away.
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Janet
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely smaller hotel. Warm tones with wooden accents. Updated bathrooms. Very friendly & accommodating staff. Bar below nice. No noise issues, quiet at night. Recommend.
Lovely smaller hotel. Warm tones with wooden accents. Updated bathrooms. Very friendly & accommodating staff. Bar below nice. No noise issues, quiet at night. Recommend.
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Patrick
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot; centrally located. Small but clean. Did the job I needed.
Great spot; centrally located. Small but clean. Did the job I needed.
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Kati
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean comfy room. The whiskey bar has a fun atmosphere and the staff is very knowledgeable
Clean comfy room. The whiskey bar has a fun atmosphere and the staff is very knowledgeable
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Clint
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very unique property, close to a diverse array of dining options. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms are a wee bit on the tiny side, with winding stairs to get to them, but the staff does offer to help with your bags. Most importantly, they were clean.The complimentary sack breakfasts left at our door were perfect. The bar area was neat and staff very friendly there as well. Parking wasn't easy to get to, but worked out fine.
Very unique property, close to a diverse array of dining options. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms are a wee bit on the tiny side, with winding stairs to get to them, but the staff does offer to help with your bags. Most importantly, they were clean.The complimentary sack breakfasts left at our door were perfect. The bar area was neat and staff very friendly there as well. Parking wasn't easy to get to, but worked out fine.
10
Holly
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and comfortable. The bag with breakfast at our door in the morning was a nice touch.
The room was clean and comfortable. The bag with breakfast at our door in the morning was a nice touch.
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Esther
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean but there was a smell in the stairwell Breakfast was good, a yogurt, pastry, fruit and muesli bar. Parking was street parking and had to be paid. Bathroom very small
Clean but there was a smell in the stairwell Breakfast was good, a yogurt, pastry, fruit and muesli bar. Parking was street parking and had to be paid. Bathroom very small
10
ALFRED JOSEPH
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second stay at The Whisky Vaults. Clean and cozy and great location!
Second stay at The Whisky Vaults. Clean and cozy and great location!
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Stephanie
4 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was very quick and efficient - I was given a hand up to my room with my bags (& when I checked out as my knees aren’t the best!) - the staircase is gorgeous but there are no lifts for those with significant mobility issues. The room and bathroom were super clean and comfy. Although there was no cooked breakfast around 7:30 there was a little bag with fruit, water, yoghurt and a pastry delivered to the door which was a really nice touch. Was really quiet in the local area - didn’t hear any noise from the rooms or the bar below. Parking was easy in the car park across the street and cost about £13 for 48hrs (ish). My room was ideal for solo trips but know the others are larger to accommodate for couples etc. Central location with several cafes, bars and restaurants within walking distance as well as the train station. Have been visiting Oban for years and will certainly be coming back to the Whisky Vaults if I they have space for me!
Check in was very quick and efficient - I was given a hand up to my room with my bags (& when I checked out as my knees aren’t the best!) - the staircase is gorgeous but there are no lifts for those with significant mobility issues. The room and bathroom were super clean and comfy. Although there was no cooked breakfast around 7:30 there was a little bag with fruit, water, yoghurt and a pastry delivered to the door which was a really nice touch. Was really quiet in the local area - didn’t hear any noise from the rooms or the bar below. Parking was easy in the car park across the street and cost about £13 for 48hrs (ish). My room was ideal for solo trips but know the others are larger to accommodate for couples etc. Central location with several cafes, bars and restaurants within walking distance as well as the train station. Have been visiting Oban for years and will certainly be coming back to the Whisky Vaults if I they have space for me!
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Doug
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean room in a great location just off the main street in Oban. Staff were very helpful.
Nice clean room in a great location just off the main street in Oban. Staff were very helpful.
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Rooms
Many rooms are very small with tight bathrooms; some top-floor spaces have sloped ceilings. Beds are generally comfortable, with occasional reports of noise near the beer garden, warm upper rooms, or spotty Wi‑Fi/temperature control.
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Angela
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked a 2 night stay in a super tiny room. After the first night, we ended up finding another accommodation due to the size of the room and the fact that my husband couldn't sleep the first night. I now wish I had paid more attention to the postage stamp sized room review I looked at before booking this room. While clean and in a good location, beware of booking the super small rooms with a bathroom you'll be hitting your knees on the shower stall door when you use the restroom.
Booked a 2 night stay in a super tiny room. After the first night, we ended up finding another accommodation due to the size of the room and the fact that my husband couldn't sleep the first night. I now wish I had paid more attention to the postage stamp sized room review I looked at before booking this room. While clean and in a good location, beware of booking the super small rooms with a bathroom you'll be hitting your knees on the shower stall door when you use the restroom.
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Katherine
8 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed two nights at The Whisky Vaults, Friday and Saturday. I checked in a bit late (20:30) and was easily accommodated with my room key and information. There was a grab-and-go breakfast bag left outside my door each morning filled with yogurt, water, pastry, cereal bar, and fresh fruit. My room had an electric kettle, tea, coffees, and hot chocolate as well as shampoo, shower gel, and a small bar soap. Everything was clean and cozy. Being near to the beer garden, it was a bit noisy in the evenings but that is to be expected. It was a lively fun atmosphere with live music and wonderful staff.
I stayed two nights at The Whisky Vaults, Friday and Saturday. I checked in a bit late (20:30) and was easily accommodated with my room key and information. There was a grab-and-go breakfast bag left outside my door each morning filled with yogurt, water, pastry, cereal bar, and fresh fruit. My room had an electric kettle, tea, coffees, and hot chocolate as well as shampoo, shower gel, and a small bar soap. Everything was clean and cozy. Being near to the beer garden, it was a bit noisy in the evenings but that is to be expected. It was a lively fun atmosphere with live music and wonderful staff.
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MARTIN
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good location and friendly staff. Very nice pub on site. Room was a postage stamp. Not recommended for 2 people. Shower/bathroom is so small, you need dry off in the actual room.
Good location and friendly staff. Very nice pub on site. Room was a postage stamp. Not recommended for 2 people. Shower/bathroom is so small, you need dry off in the actual room.
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Christine
4 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, tiniest of rooms and bathrooms. I think if we actually had a king bed, it would be fine, but since double was the only choice on Hotels.com, I would recommend going directly or choose another hotel.
Great location, tiniest of rooms and bathrooms. I think if we actually had a king bed, it would be fine, but since double was the only choice on Hotels.com, I would recommend going directly or choose another hotel.
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William
25 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed on top floor and both banged our heads on the angled wall/ceiling at least once. Also, the stairs were very steep so beware.
We stayed on top floor and both banged our heads on the angled wall/ceiling at least once. Also, the stairs were very steep so beware.
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Diane
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very friendly. But once we checked in, the front desk closed, and then we discovered the Wifi was down (they mentioned they had changed wifi recently) and the heat wouldn't turn on. The bartender helped us with the wifi by going into the office and connecting us to the business Wifi. Turned out the guest wifi was not accessible during our stay. Nothing could be done about the heat. It was cold and uncomfortable both nights. The bed was somewhat uncomfortable as the mattress was worn and saggy and the pillows were ridiculously flat. While I hate to say negative things because the staff was so nice, I would not recommend this hotel. It was overpriced for a small room without even the most basic of amenities like heat and reliable wifi available.
The staff was very friendly. But once we checked in, the front desk closed, and then we discovered the Wifi was down (they mentioned they had changed wifi recently) and the heat wouldn't turn on. The bartender helped us with the wifi by going into the office and connecting us to the business Wifi. Turned out the guest wifi was not accessible during our stay. Nothing could be done about the heat. It was cold and uncomfortable both nights. The bed was somewhat uncomfortable as the mattress was worn and saggy and the pillows were ridiculously flat. While I hate to say negative things because the staff was so nice, I would not recommend this hotel. It was overpriced for a small room without even the most basic of amenities like heat and reliable wifi available.
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john
18 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were excellent. Rooms were clean and tidy. However, the rooms were very small as was the en suite. Moving around the room was difficult as my wife and I could not pass each other at the same time.
The staff were excellent. Rooms were clean and tidy. However, the rooms were very small as was the en suite. Moving around the room was difficult as my wife and I could not pass each other at the same time.
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Michael
11 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Property and staff were great. We were on the top floor and it was pretty warm. It was mid August and pretty hot outside though. I’d stay again but just ask for a different floor.
Property and staff were great. We were on the top floor and it was pretty warm. It was mid August and pretty hot outside though. I’d stay again but just ask for a different floor.
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Marco
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cool accommodation. However, it's a tiny room and bathroom. Only arrive with small luggage.
Cool accommodation. However, it's a tiny room and bathroom. Only arrive with small luggage.
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CLARA
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean but very, very small. I mean tiny. There’s no place to lounge in the morning since the small seating area by the bar is closed.
It was clean but very, very small. I mean tiny. There’s no place to lounge in the morning since the small seating area by the bar is closed.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, often assisting with luggage and offering local tips. A few guests report limited reception hours or inflexibility with baggage storage and late checkout.
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Andrew
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service, Chris made sure we were very well looked after. Going out of his way to ensure our stay was faultless
Great service, Chris made sure we were very well looked after. Going out of his way to ensure our stay was faultless
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Christa
5 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Helen and John were amazing. We had a flat tire on the way and John called us to make sure we were taken care of.
Helen and John were amazing. We had a flat tire on the way and John called us to make sure we were taken care of.
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Patricia
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room and areas were fine. The reception was poor. It would have been wonderful if someone would have been at reception or at the pub area to greet us when we arrived. And if we could have left our bags while seeing the town.
The room and areas were fine. The reception was poor. It would have been wonderful if someone would have been at reception or at the pub area to greet us when we arrived. And if we could have left our bags while seeing the town.
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Debra
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were wonderful. Danielle was extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. I’m he room was perfect. Clean, cozy. The bed was very comfortable.
The staff were wonderful. Danielle was extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. I’m he room was perfect. Clean, cozy. The bed was very comfortable.
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Robert
30 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tiny room, poor service. Thought I had jumped back 100 years.
Tiny room, poor service. Thought I had jumped back 100 years.
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James
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had drove all day through the highlands in the rain. We arrived and Chris booked us in. Chris carried out luggage up three flights of stairs However there was a glitch with the heat to our room after several trips and several tries we were immediately upgraded to a first floor suit Chris and the team made our stay in Oban wonderful I'm very grateful
We had drove all day through the highlands in the rain. We arrived and Chris booked us in. Chris carried out luggage up three flights of stairs However there was a glitch with the heat to our room after several trips and several tries we were immediately upgraded to a first floor suit Chris and the team made our stay in Oban wonderful I'm very grateful
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Elizabeth
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property is alright but they were inflexible about things like leaving baggage and being able to hang around after the very early checkout. Could have also been friendlier.
Property is alright but they were inflexible about things like leaving baggage and being able to hang around after the very early checkout. Could have also been friendlier.
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David
4 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An absolute gem, just can’t say enough good things about the hospitality here. The gentleman was so nice and helpful at checkin and throughout our stay. He called to make us dinner reservations, helped get the luggage in and helped us park. Room was quiet, clean and comfortable.
An absolute gem, just can’t say enough good things about the hospitality here. The gentleman was so nice and helpful at checkin and throughout our stay. He called to make us dinner reservations, helped get the luggage in and helped us park. Room was quiet, clean and comfortable.
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Diane
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our experience was fabulous from beginning to end. We were able to check in on arrival, and the staff always offer to carry your bags. Property is in a perfect location and we adored the town. Parking is not free but it is reasonably priced and very convenient with the lot being across the street. Wonderful staff! Thank you so much!
Our experience was fabulous from beginning to end. We were able to check in on arrival, and the staff always offer to carry your bags. Property is in a perfect location and we adored the town. Parking is not free but it is reasonably priced and very convenient with the lot being across the street. Wonderful staff! Thank you so much!
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Sunil
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful . Breakfast bag was a nice touch .
Great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful . Breakfast bag was a nice touch .
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Location
Consistently praised central, walkable location near the ferry, train, harbour, and restaurants. A few note it can be a little tricky to find by car, but overall access to Oban’s sights is easy.
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Ian D
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quirky but neat place not for mobility challenged. Great access for walking in town and to restaurants, train and ferry.
Quirky but neat place not for mobility challenged. Great access for walking in town and to restaurants, train and ferry.
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Helen
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Whisky Vaults is in a great location to explore Oban. Close to everything and clean and comfortable. Excellent water pressure in the shower too!! The bar is lovely with really friendly staff. Strongly recommend!
The Whisky Vaults is in a great location to explore Oban. Close to everything and clean and comfortable. Excellent water pressure in the shower too!! The bar is lovely with really friendly staff. Strongly recommend!
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Cynthia
27 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location- right around the block from Main Street close to ferry & train station, lots of restaurants & laundry right next door.
Great location- right around the block from Main Street close to ferry & train station, lots of restaurants & laundry right next door.
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Alexander
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and amazing staff. Just be prepared to park offsite and carry luggage up stairs. Other than that, the place had an amazing location and we had zero issues with sounds being right above a pub.
Great location and amazing staff. Just be prepared to park offsite and carry luggage up stairs. Other than that, the place had an amazing location and we had zero issues with sounds being right above a pub.
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dave
16 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cute little old building. Very convenient to everything.
Cute little old building. Very convenient to everything.
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Patrick
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot; centrally located. Small but clean. Did the job I needed.
Great spot; centrally located. Small but clean. Did the job I needed.
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Marianne
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hard to find,not on main street, no restaurant, comfortable bed, good shower, parking just outside front door, had to carry luggage up stairs
Hard to find,not on main street, no restaurant, comfortable bed, good shower, parking just outside front door, had to carry luggage up stairs
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Mohi
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Really enjoyed our stay here. It's right in the middle of the main shopping and dining area, and was the perfect location for us. The rooms are clean and comfy, and the staff is very helpful. They don't do breakfast, but give each guest a little goodie bag each morning. The pub downstairs is lively and fun, but not too loud.
Really enjoyed our stay here. It's right in the middle of the main shopping and dining area, and was the perfect location for us. The rooms are clean and comfy, and the staff is very helpful. They don't do breakfast, but give each guest a little goodie bag each morning. The pub downstairs is lively and fun, but not too loud.
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Liam
16 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good room, central location. Staff, Chris, was lovely. Cracking cocktails.
Good room, central location. Staff, Chris, was lovely. Cracking cocktails.
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Ian
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it. The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff. Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby. A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it. The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff. Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby. A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
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Dining
There’s no on-site restaurant or cooked breakfast, but many appreciate the simple breakfast bags delivered to the door. The bar earns strong praise for whisky and cocktails.
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Katherine
8 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed two nights at The Whisky Vaults, Friday and Saturday. I checked in a bit late (20:30) and was easily accommodated with my room key and information. There was a grab-and-go breakfast bag left outside my door each morning filled with yogurt, water, pastry, cereal bar, and fresh fruit. My room had an electric kettle, tea, coffees, and hot chocolate as well as shampoo, shower gel, and a small bar soap. Everything was clean and cozy. Being near to the beer garden, it was a bit noisy in the evenings but that is to be expected. It was a lively fun atmosphere with live music and wonderful staff.
I stayed two nights at The Whisky Vaults, Friday and Saturday. I checked in a bit late (20:30) and was easily accommodated with my room key and information. There was a grab-and-go breakfast bag left outside my door each morning filled with yogurt, water, pastry, cereal bar, and fresh fruit. My room had an electric kettle, tea, coffees, and hot chocolate as well as shampoo, shower gel, and a small bar soap. Everything was clean and cozy. Being near to the beer garden, it was a bit noisy in the evenings but that is to be expected. It was a lively fun atmosphere with live music and wonderful staff.
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Graham
10 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The beer garden was very convenient and a bar to sample all types of whiskey.
The beer garden was very convenient and a bar to sample all types of whiskey.
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Richard
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was very friendly and while there is no food on the property, there are many establishments within walking distance. They have a great bar downstairs and we had a great time hanging out and listening to the many local musicians who wandered in and played. One of the highlights of our trip!
Staff was very friendly and while there is no food on the property, there are many establishments within walking distance. They have a great bar downstairs and we had a great time hanging out and listening to the many local musicians who wandered in and played. One of the highlights of our trip!
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David
15 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Adequate for one night. Friendly staff. Very clean but room a bit too cramped and no dining facilities. Prepacked breakfast not commensurate with cost of room.
Adequate for one night. Friendly staff. Very clean but room a bit too cramped and no dining facilities. Prepacked breakfast not commensurate with cost of room.
10
Mohi
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Really enjoyed our stay here. It's right in the middle of the main shopping and dining area, and was the perfect location for us. The rooms are clean and comfy, and the staff is very helpful. They don't do breakfast, but give each guest a little goodie bag each morning. The pub downstairs is lively and fun, but not too loud.
Really enjoyed our stay here. It's right in the middle of the main shopping and dining area, and was the perfect location for us. The rooms are clean and comfy, and the staff is very helpful. They don't do breakfast, but give each guest a little goodie bag each morning. The pub downstairs is lively and fun, but not too loud.
8
Liam
16 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good room, central location. Staff, Chris, was lovely. Cracking cocktails.
Good room, central location. Staff, Chris, was lovely. Cracking cocktails.
10
Sunil
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful . Breakfast bag was a nice touch .
Great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful . Breakfast bag was a nice touch .
10
Ian
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it. The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff. Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby. A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it. The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff. Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby. A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
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wayne
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Enjoyed our stay. Nice addition having a breakfast bag delivered every morning.
Enjoyed our stay. Nice addition having a breakfast bag delivered every morning.
10
Elaine
11 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A great hotel for whisky lovers. From an easy and friendly check in through our entire stay via the very,very well stocked bar to the sad time of leaving everything was fantastic. The breakfast bag was enough to get you started with fruit, yoghurt, cereal bar and water. Tea and coffee in your room with some biscuits too. We will be back but might try and get a larger bathroom!
A great hotel for whisky lovers. From an easy and friendly check in through our entire stay via the very,very well stocked bar to the sad time of leaving everything was fantastic. The breakfast bag was enough to get you started with fruit, yoghurt, cereal bar and water. Tea and coffee in your room with some biscuits too. We will be back but might try and get a larger bathroom!
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Charlotta
19 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice, friendly and authentic place. The musicians in the bar in the evening made the stay complete.
Really nice, friendly and authentic place. The musicians in the bar in the evening made the stay complete.
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Steve
5 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a boutique hotel in an old building so access up the central stairway could prove an issue if you have a mobility issue. It has a popular bar for locals and traditional Scottish musicians play plus they do whisky tastings. I enjoyed staying there. Parking is straight forward in the council car park on Tweeddale Street right opposite the property. You can pay for your whole stay period on the app and it's very reasonable.
It's a boutique hotel in an old building so access up the central stairway could prove an issue if you have a mobility issue. It has a popular bar for locals and traditional Scottish musicians play plus they do whisky tastings. I enjoyed staying there. Parking is straight forward in the council car park on Tweeddale Street right opposite the property. You can pay for your whole stay period on the app and it's very reasonable.
10
scott
24 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay at the Whisky Vaults. I would say this was 60% due to the full property and 40% due to the hotel/room itself. Being in the Vaults was awesome. The location was great, the staff was outstanding, and the benefits of being within the community was the best. For instance we enjoyed the whisky tasting, and there was a gathering of local musicians who were playing together for several hours that was a great experience. The hotel room itself was a little small and not great for a tall traveler, but comfortable and clean. It had a small window overlooking the harbor that had a little view, but nice.
We had a great stay at the Whisky Vaults. I would say this was 60% due to the full property and 40% due to the hotel/room itself. Being in the Vaults was awesome. The location was great, the staff was outstanding, and the benefits of being within the community was the best. For instance we enjoyed the whisky tasting, and there was a gathering of local musicians who were playing together for several hours that was a great experience. The hotel room itself was a little small and not great for a tall traveler, but comfortable and clean. It had a small window overlooking the harbor that had a little view, but nice.
10
Viktoria
23 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely stay! In our minds an authentic scottish vibe with cosy rooms! Bed was comfy and it was great with the little bag you got upon arrival with a few items for the morning (cereal bar, apple and water). Enjoyed the bar and Oban overall!
Had a lovely stay! In our minds an authentic scottish vibe with cosy rooms! Bed was comfy and it was great with the little bag you got upon arrival with a few items for the morning (cereal bar, apple and water). Enjoyed the bar and Oban overall!
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Scott
14 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room and especially the shower were very small.
The room and especially the shower were very small.
Property policies
Check-in
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From 15:00 to 22:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about The Whisky Vaults
Is parking available at the property?
Nearby parking is available for a fee of GBP 12 per day, located approximately 164 feet away from the property.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at this property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located by the sea, just steps from Oban Distillery and RSPB Visitor Centre. It is 0.3 miles from St. John's Cathedral and 0.4 miles from McCaig's Tower.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
The hotel does not have a swimming pool.
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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- 2026-09-07: 205.84468049688718USD
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- 2026-09-17: 221.97133720625303USD
- 2026-09-18: 183.082571414093USD
- 2026-09-19: 186.1556290978851USD
- 2026-09-20: 111.37879682698058USD
- 2026-09-21: 110.27662220863341USD
- 2026-09-22: NO DATA
- 2026-09-23: 166.09894963619993USD
- 2026-09-24: 187.64712687255857USD
- 2026-09-25: NO DATA
- 2026-09-26: 196.35580000172422USD
- 2026-09-27: 147.45986626470946USD
- 2026-09-28: 150.24161010728454USD
- 2026-09-29: 220.6885770987091USD
- 2026-09-30: 173.46297044055174USD
- 2026-10-01: 146.5261168847885USD
- 2026-10-02: 149.70304670335386USD
- 2026-10-03: 169.63558694564819USD
- 2026-10-04: 166.22574974197386USD
- 2026-10-05: 127.16681139599608USD
- 2026-10-06: 187.64712687255857USD
- 2026-10-07: 150.00958081468198USD
- 2026-10-08: 166.5961273872528USD
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- 2026-10-10: 142.40200021006774USD
- 2026-10-11: 149.27886593540953USD
- 2026-10-12: 121.2002969896469USD
- 2026-10-13: 148.88846068528747USD
- 2026-10-14: 127.13677885835266USD
- 2026-10-15: 122.6022559375305USD
- 2026-10-16: 142.36949304808806USD
- 2026-10-17: 142.63222896955108USD
- 2026-10-18: 98.14622658328246USD
- 2026-10-19: 98.41814256276702USD
- 2026-10-20: 85.44520387308502USD
- 2026-10-21: 82.73250116252899USD
- 2026-10-22: 87.76751907276153USD
- 2026-10-23: 109.21891100174712USD
- 2026-10-24: 124.57422109677123USD
- 2026-10-25: 98.19791873608398USD
- 2026-10-26: 82.9226924515686USD
- 2026-10-27: 98.19791873608398USD
- 2026-10-28: 98.41814256276702USD
- 2026-10-29: 82.73250116252899USD
- 2026-10-30: 81.99176361121367USD
- 2026-10-31: 84.58434504081725USD
- 2026-11-01: 86.64552085086059USD
- 2026-11-02: 82.9226924515686USD
- 2026-11-03: 85.8456051863861USD
- 2026-11-04: 82.9226924515686USD
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