Alltavona Guest House

Beautiful view and room

On arrival we were struggling with the key box and the (presumed) owner came out to help us. His demeanour was neutral at best, although he was quite friendly during the rest of the stay. When we saw the room we were really disappointed at the size and the facilities (coffee maker squeezed into a dark corner behind the coat hangers, broken showerhead). Going by the photos and because we had paid for an upgraded room, we had expected two armchairs. When we rang the bell to complain no-one appeared and when we phoned there was no answer to the two messages we left. The following day, on our return the lady of the house asked if the 'room was OK now'. Strange behaviour. The breakfast was outstanding and well worth the extra £10 each.

The place is right next to the water - unobstructed view. The 0.7 mile walk to center of Oban was nice in good weather but we got wet several time (expected this for October). Public transportation was hard to find so needed our car. Our room was a little small and cramped, but we could see other larger rooms. Check in and parking was a bit of a hassle. Great “Continental breakfast “ that included meats, cheeses, baked goods and more- well worth the modest cost

Very unique and the owners were very friendly

Super B&B, perfect location and superb views over the bay

Wonderful property. Thoughtful staff. Excellent location.

Charming old home with Scottish decor right down to the tartan carpet and stag horn lamps and chandeliers! Amazing continental breakfast with local food and lots of choice. Close to the town and walkable.

Wonderful stay. Very clean, quiet, and friendly!

We enjoyed our stay. Our room with a view was lovely and spacious. Breakfast was delicious and included fresh fruit, cheeses, meats, croissants, and cereals. Thank you.

Lovely stay, very comfortable bed and a great breakfast

The location was excellent and the view of the Bay from our window was beautiful. We loved the historic charm of the building and are room was very comfortable. Carol and her staff were very helpful and accommodating.

Beautiful, clean property with water views. The room, though sparkling clean, was very small with no comfortable seating.

The staff were helpful with suggestions for things to do and see. The en suite was comfortable with everything necessary and the breakfast just right.

Beautiful renovated property with sea views. The breakfast was delicous and plentyful. The property was a short walk to the harbor.

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Had a lovely stay. Joyce made me a lovely packed lunch for my return train journey home. True Scottish hospitality. I would highly recommend Alltavona guest house.

Beautiful view. Excellent breakfast available for a very reasonable price. Very comfortable.

My family booked two rooms at Alltavona Guest House in Oban for a one night stay. The rooms were lovely, with fun details and decorative accents, as was the entire guest house. The Alltavona is nicely located; just a quick walk from the center of town.

We appreciated the deep silence of this stone, multi-floor structure that faces the harbor on a main thoroughfare. We recognized its two white gables as we exited the Isle of Mull ferry at 9:00 PM. Our key was waiting for us in a lockbox for late arrivals. The morning buffet (£10/person) was remarkably tasty and generous.

If you are lucky enough to stay with Carol and all the lovely folks at the Alltavona Guest House, it will live in your memory like a beautiful dream. My room was so gorgeously decorated, I thought I was in an Agatha Christie novel (minus the murder, of course) where a lucky woman stays by the seaside in an Art Deco fantasy (greys, whites, metallics, nature, art, impeccable taste and style) and looks out at Oban Bay and never wishes to leave. The staff were so helpful when I asked for local recommendations (the nearby Dunollie castle is a 5-min. walk). The guest house is an easy 15-min. walk into town, along the water, a picturesque little beach, shops, and restaurants. You can sit outside the guest house on comfy cushions with your feet up and gaze at the water and the distant mountains and ponder your luck at being there. Don't even think about this decision - just go.