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The Ranald Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, near McCaig's Tower

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Grand Room (Plus)
Grand Room
Grand (with Wheelchair access) | Bathroom
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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41 Stevenson Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5NA
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, McCaig's Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Grand Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Grand Room (Plus)

Grand Room (Plus)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Grand (with Wheelchair access)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon

About the area

Oban

At The Ranald Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of McCaig's Tower and Ganavan Sands. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Oban hotel, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds.

What's nearby

  • RSPB Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kaina - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Ranald Hotel

Hotel with a bar, near McCaig's Tower
WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This 3.5-star Oban hotel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Ranald Hotel offers 17 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (76 centimetre high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 for adults and from GBP 5 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ranald Hotel?

The Ranald Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ranald Hotel?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ranald Hotel on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$275.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Ranald Hotel?

Yep, The Ranald Hotel is a short 20-minute walk from Ganavan Sands.

What makes The Ranald Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ranald Hotel.

Does The Ranald Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is available weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ranald Hotel?

No, The Ranald Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ranald Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ranald Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Ranald Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Glencruitten Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.

The Ranald Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 323 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay again. Hotel is clean, modern & in a great location. Close to local bars & restaurants. Great breakfast choice & friendly staff. Wouldn't hesitate to return
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean small but efficent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wade

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and ambience of the property was great, enjoyed the lounge nice spot to relax at the end of the day!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fine. A little expensive for such a small room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Lesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in good location. In walking distance of centre. Beautiful spacious room with everything you need for a great stay. Comfortable bed. Very helpful staff. Not had breakfast yet but looks like plenty of choice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A modern and snug stay in central Oban.

Very central location, in a small and snug building. Room was very clean, and had cards telling us who had cleaned our room which was a lovely personal touch. The room was very modern too. Staff were very helpful and accommodating, and very friendly. The bathroom shower had a fault but it wasn’t significant. Great price given the busy tourist season, smaller yet cosy spaces. 8/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They accommodated our group of four with one double bed and two single beds in the same room to avoid extra costs. I cannot say enough about the breakfast, which cost only 10 SBP per person. One hot menu choice and unlimited continental and drink choices included. I have found nowhere else that does that, at least on our Scotland trip. If your travels take you anywhere near Oban, book this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhona

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nazneen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small boutique hotel, convenient location. Close to restaurants. Staff were excellent. Breakfast was beautifully served with hot to order foods. Coffee and tea were brought to the table by staff. Rooms were small but well appointed and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alam, Tracy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in the heart of Oban.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small hotel that gets the job done

The included breakfast was nice - choice of a hot item as well as continental options. Check-in was smooth. The room was fairly small but it met the basic needs. Overall it was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marcelo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Ranald is a small hotel located very close to the pier, which was convenient for us since we returned late from Mull and needed a place to stay before driving back to Cambridge. The receptionist was kind and helpful. The hotel does not have a restaurant, and the breakfast options were somewhat limited. Additionally, there is no lift, which was a bit inconvenient as I am recovering from a broken leg. Overall, it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Comfortable small hotel with a good breakfast, friendly service, and excellent location. Off the busiest streets but still close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was too hot and too small for four people.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Oban is very walkable. The shower was very small and there is no elevator but it met our needs. Safe and clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

yan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and quality. Location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Burleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You need a lift for upper floor
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant but hard to get fresh air in at night because if you opened the window but closed the shade, the air didn’t come in and the outside lights weee bright
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for exploring Oban and area. Staff was very welcoming and helpful. Rom was clean and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for transport hubs rail and ferry, friendly staff. Good with Gluten Free for Coeliac. Great location for shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN, Quincy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very comfortable. The room we were given was on the ground floor - coincidentally a handicapped room so it was amply spacious with a huge bathroom. The breakfast was very good. Parking was the only inconvenience. It was on the street and it was necessary to feed the meter every 2 hours. The town is interesting and good for walking, but most restaurants are closed from 3:00 to 5:00, it was hard to find a late lunch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025