Caledonian Hotel Oban

4 stars

Queens Park Place, Oban, United Kingdom, PA34 5RT

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Overview

Nested in the centre of Oban amid spectacular Scottish surrounding the four-star Oban Caledonian hotel is an ideal base to marvel at the tranquil waters of Oban Bay, the dramatic Hebridean Hills, Scottish Isles and other beautiful Highland landmarks within a short ferry ride.

Originally built in 1882 this elegant castle-like property with spectacular views of the bay and the mountains is a fabulous combination of luxury, comfort, high-standard services and tranquil country ambiance. On the premises the visitors can find a swimming pool, a modern fitness centre and lovely conference and wedding function suites with up-to-date equipment and wireless internet access.

The hotel’s 59 well-appointed guestrooms with stunning views of Oban Bay and the mountains of Mull and Ardgour invite the visitors to indulge in true Scottish hospitality amid scenic beauty and calm atmosphere. They are the excellent home base for leisure travelers to explore the area from verdant Argyll to the magical Isles and the perfect working place for business guests.

The Top Deck restaurant provides an intimate candlelit dining experience serving fantastic freshly prepared local specialties. The hotel’s bar serves a great selection of light snacks and drinks throughout the day.

The hotel is 2.6km from Newcastle Central Train Station and 7.6km from Newcastle Airport.

Number of rooms 59.

Distance to:

City Center - 300 m
Bus stop - 100 m

Rooms

All 59 elegant guestrooms are divided into standard double rooms with double beds, standard twin rooms with double beds, executive double rooms with king-sized beds and executive twin rooms with king-sized beds.

Each room is equipped with trendy and discrete furniture which combine the highest comfort with up-to-date functionality, a CD/DVD player, a satellite TV, individually adjustable air-conditioning, a mini-bar, a safe deposit box, a trouser press, wireless high-speed internet access and two direct telephone lines. A continental breakfast is included with your booking.

All children under the age of four may stay free of charge when using existing bedding.Baby cots can be accommodated if necessary. Childcare service is possible on site.

Pets are allowed on request.

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Dining options

The Top Deck restaurant is a wonderful dining place which offers an intimate candlelit atmosphere and provides delicious freshly prepared traditional local culinary masterpieces. Rich breakfast buffet is served daily from 7am till 10am. The guests are invited for lunch from noon till 3pm and for dinner from 5pm till 11pm every day.

For a more relaxed setting the hotel’s super Cocktail bar with open log fire offers a great selection of light snacks and over 100 brands of whisky to tempt the guests before or after a meal. It is open to visitors daily from 6am till 11pm.

Billabong Bistro offers al fresco dining on the outdoor heated terrace serving European extensive a la carte menu with Asian influence. It is open to visitors from 7am till 10pm every day.

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Work

The Caledonian hotel has excellent facilities for all conference and meeting requirements with its marvelous function suites catering from small intimate meetings to larger banquets of up to 130 people. The meeting rooms are equipped with the most up-to-date audio-visual technologies including computers, scanners, printers, projectors, photocopy and fax machines and wireless internet connection.

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Leisure

The Caledonian hotel’s fitness centre with modern equipment and indoor swimming pool offer the guests a wide range of treatment procedures and promise an unforgettable relax.

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Facilities

General	Currency exchange Elevator Pets allowed 24-Hour Front Desk
Room facilities	Non-smoking rooms Room service Heating In-room safe
Dining facilities	Bar Restaurant In-room breakfast
Business facilities	Wi-Fi Internet
Facilities for people with disabilities	Rooms/facilities for people with disabilities
Internet	Wireless internet is available in public areas and the rate is GBP 5 per hour
Guest Parking	No parking available.

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Guest feedback

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Friendly staff, large comfortable room and breakfast good.
The room was nice and spacious, bar food was very good - didnt have time to try the restaraunt.
View of oban bay was great, nothing the hotel was very dirty and uncomfortable, the staff were friendly.

Average guest rating

Good

3.2

Based on 50 reviews

Policies

Check-In	from 2 pm
Check-Out	until 11 am
Children and extra beds	All children under the age of 1 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under the age of 1 may stay for free. Older children/adults may stay at the price of GBP 10.00 per night/person for extra beds. All children under the age of 15 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2.
Pets	Pets are allowed on request

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Attractions for Tourists	Kranenburg & Fowler Fine Arts - 100 m Highland Art Studios - 200 m John Street Studio - 300 m Puffin Dive Centre - 700 m
Popular areas	City Center - 200 m
General	Lochaline Social Club - 200 m McCaigs Tower - 600 m Dunstaffnage Castle - 4.2km
Amusement	Mitchells Amusement Centre - 500 m
Museums	Macdougall Collection - 1.8km
Theaters	Highland Theatre & Cinema - 500 m

Getting there

The hotel is located in the heart of the waterfront city, near the ferry port and the bustling train station, within walking distance of a metro stop. Newcastle Central Train Station is only 2.6km away. Newcastle Airport NCL is within 7.6km, Durham Tees Valley Airport MME is 54.8km away and Glasgow International Airport GLA is 89km far from the hotel.

Getting around

Newcastle Central Train Station is just 2.6km from the hotel. It takes only a 10 minute walk to get there. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport NCL situated within 7.6km which is about a 10 minute ride by car. The other airports close to the residence are Durham Tees Valley Airport MME situated within 54.8km and Glasgow International Airport GLA which is about 89km far from the hotel. Airport transportation is possible on request.

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The Caledonian Hotel Oban Reviews

Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at The Caledonian Hotel Oban

Average guest rating:

3.2Based on 50 reviews

Value 3.1
Dining 3.7
Location 3.9
Rooms 3.3
Service 3.0

Individual guest reviews

Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews.

Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.2

View of Oban bay was great, the food at the function was of a high quality and the breakfast was also good, the staff were very pleasant and helpful. The rooms were clean and efficient.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 3 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 3 Service
- 3 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.6

The view from the big bay window was just lovely, staff were incredible and in fairness, the room itself was clean enough.

Our first night's dinner was awful and we decided not to eat in the hotel again, breakfast was not great.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 1 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Dining
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.7

Good central location, Oban luxury and the staff were very friendly and efficient. Our room was great.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 3 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 4.1

The view and the peace and quiet, great place, attentive staff on reception were exceptionally helpful. Rooms were comfortable and warm.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 3 Service
- 4 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.3

The location is very good and close to the train station, the hotel is in a central position, the rooms are unfailingly clean.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 2 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 3 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.4

Excellent location, great hotel and the front desk staff were very pleasant and accomodating. The room was adequate and for one night was absolutely fine.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 2 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.7

The location is very central and the view of Oban bay superb, the Hotel has some good things going for.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 3 Location
- 4 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.8

A great location facing the water and a lovely view from our window, decent hotel, friendly staff. The suite we stayed in was fantastic.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 3 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 4.5

Great location and decent hotel. Again, the staff were super and rooms and en suites were spotlessly clean.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 3 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 5.0

The room was comfortable and the harbour view was nice, the staff were friendly, fresh towels each morning and the bathroom was immaculate.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.0

Bar areas are clean and modern, the Large hotel is part of a chain across the UK.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 2 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 5.0

Staff were friendly and curteous, and we enjoyed sitting by the fires in the lounge area, the room had very good heating and was always cosy and warm.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 4.5

Location is tremendous and we had a huge bay view room, overall a nice stay and we would happily come again.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 4 Value
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 4.3

Great value for money and helpful staff. Plenty of hot water, good breakfast.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
- 3 Dining
Caledonian Hotel Oban
Average rating: 3.0

Bar staff helpful and large rooms. Always a nice breakfast.

The hotel had a very tired feel about and service could have been better.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 3 Rooms
- 3 Service
- 3 Value