The Kelvin Hotel

1.0 star property
Escape to an oceanfront paradise where tranquility meets convenience. Enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and attentive service.

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Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 276
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room (Sleeps 4)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Studio

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Toaster
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Shore Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 4LQ

What's nearby

  • McCaig's Tower - 5 min walk
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk
  • Oban Distillery - 7 min walk
  • Glencruitten Golf Club - 15 min walk
  • Ganavan Sands - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 3 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Kelvin Hotel

Hotel near Oban Ferry Terminal
The Kelvin Hotel provides a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Kelvin Hotel offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 6 per day)

Food and drink

  • 1 bar

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [the hotel bar]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 6 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Kelvin Hotel Oban
Kelvin Oban
Kelvin Hotel Oban, Scotland
The Kelvin Hotel Oban
The Kelvin Hotel Hotel
The Kelvin Hotel Hotel Oban

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kelvin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Kelvin Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 6 per day.

What time is check-in at The Kelvin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Kelvin Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Kelvin Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Oban, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of RSPB Visitor Centre and Oban Ferry Terminal. McCaig's Tower and Oban Distillery are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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The Kelvin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 468 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and hotel was spotless .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We only stayed one night - the room was tidy and staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
pretty run-down hotel, but in a good area a short walk to the center of town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great view of the ferries and watched them leave in the morning which was an added bonus. The staff was wonderful and our room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were heading out to Mull and Staffa and this was the perfect spot to catch an early ferry and have an easy walk home after dinner in Oban. Room was spacious and service was exactly what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly, clean not fancy but all the necessary
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean, well-kept - no problems at all, would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We chose this hotel for its convenience to transport - buses and ferry. The price also was reasonable. The staff were friendly. Cafes and restaurants were within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very close to the train and the ferry. Room is large and has a kitchenette. Room is very clean and staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moinul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisella

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

We had a good time at the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location for the Ferry Terminal with very helpfil staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location. great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay.Sign on our room door states they will lock up your valubles at the desk but desk clerk refused
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place with super friendly service and a lovely bar. The studio rooms are great for travelling for work too. One of my favourite places to stay in Oban.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AWESOME!
Just amazing! Nice place, very close to things but quiet. Sheena and Jody took care of us well and were super nice. Had a great time and cant wait to go back. Room was perfect, no problems at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn! Clean, comfy. Would come back any day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly hosts- great location with easy walk to shops/restaurants. Nice view from our room and easy access to car ferry which we took to the Isle of Mull. Spacious family room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Judy and owner are amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024