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The Ranald Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, a quick walk to McCaig's Tower

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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41 Stevenson Street, Oban, Scotland, PA34 5NA
  • Oban Distillery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ganavan Sands
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon

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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
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Oban

At The Ranald Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of McCaig's Tower and within 20 minutes of 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

  • McCaig's Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ranald Hotel

Hotel with a bar, a quick walk to 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

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 17 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ranald Hotel on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$278.80, 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.