The Kelvin Hotel

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8.4
/10
Very Good
590 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Carla

10.0
/ 10
The Kelvin Hotel was wonderful place to stay in Oban. The kitchenette was a bonus and the hotel was close to everything and the staff were gracious and helpful. Would definitely recommend it.

Stuart

10.0
/ 10
Room was nice and efficient. Having a small kitchen was a plus. Location is next door to the ferry terminal for those visiting the islands, and paid parking was very convenient. The only negative was the shower, which seemed to have only two settings: ice cold and scalding! But we made do ....

Ross

10.0
/ 10
The owner was there to help us even though we showed up very late due to car problems. Perfect stay while in Oban.
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Shore Street, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, PA34 4LQ

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Restaurant
Parking
WiFi
The Kelvin Hotel is a hotel is located at Argyll and Bute.
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Shore Street, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, PA34 4LQ
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General


Near Oban Ferry Terminal

Location


A stay at The Kelvin Hotel places you in the heart of Oban, steps from Oban Ferry Terminal and 3 minutes by foot from RSPB Visitor Centre. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from St. John's Cathedral and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Oban Distillery.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

RSPB Visitor Centre - 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Oban Ferry Terminal - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Oban Distillery - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
St. John's Cathedral - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Pulpit Hill - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
McCaig's Tower - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Atlantis Leisure - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Oban War and Peace Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Glencruitten Golf Club - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Ganavan Sands - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Loch Linnhe - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Carn Breugach - 4.9 km / 3.1 mi
Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Gylen Castle - 7 km / 4.4 mi

The preferred airport for The Kelvin Hotel is Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 142.9 km / 88.8 mi

Facilities


Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Dining


Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Rooms


Stay in one of 18 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

All facilities in The Kelvin Hotel

Bar, Cafe and Lounge The Kelvin Hotel
Bar, Cafe and Lounge
Functional Hall The Kelvin Hotel
Functional Hall
Common Space The Kelvin Hotel
Common Space
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Accommodation Services
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General

  • Banquet
  • Parking

Public Facilities

  • Parking
  • Smoke-free area

Hotel Services

  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Kelvin Hotel

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 21:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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.
, There is no front desk at this property. The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [the hotel bar]. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

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General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, Parking, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 21:00 - to 10:00
Available rooms at The Kelvin Hotel
18
Number of floors in The Kelvin Hotel
2
Another facilities in The Kelvin Hotel
Banquet, Smoke-free area, Express check-in, Express check-out, Free WiFi

Frequently asked question in The Kelvin Hotel

What are available facilities at The Kelvin Hotel?
There are top facilites at The Kelvin Hotel such as Restaurant, Parking, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Kelvin Hotel?
The standard check-in time at The Kelvin Hotel is starting from 15:00 - 21:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
What is the star rating of The Kelvin Hotel
The Kelvin Hotel has a 1.0-star rating.
How many floors does The Kelvin Hotel have?
The Kelvin Hotel has 2.
How many rooms are available at The Kelvin Hotel
The Kelvin Hotel has 18.
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More Reviews from Other Guests in The Kelvin Hotel

8.4
Very Good
From 590 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

8.0

Location

8.4

Service and Facilites

8.6

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Carla
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Kelvin Hotel was wonderful place to stay in Oban. The kitchenette was a bonus and the hotel was close to everything and the staff were gracious and helpful. Would definitely recommend it.
ann
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

While the decor needed a little upkeep (painters cauk eg) the location and facilities were good for a few days stay. Great views of the ferry port and couldn’t be handier for ferry/ train/bus anywhere
Stuart
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was nice and efficient. Having a small kitchen was a plus. Location is next door to the ferry terminal for those visiting the islands, and paid parking was very convenient. The only negative was the shower, which seemed to have only two settings: ice cold and scalding! But we made do ....
Brian
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Ok
Eric
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Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very clean room. Great access to down town and the pier!
Shawn
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

perfect place to stay to get to the ferry in the morning!
ROBERT
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Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location to everything. Great parking!
Ross
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The owner was there to help us even though we showed up very late due to car problems. Perfect stay while in Oban.
Edward
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Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Only one staff member. No bar, no restaurant. But the rooms were clean.
Kareen
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Everything was amazing, nice and central also a fabulous location for watching all the ferries coming and going!!! We will be back!
Mark
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very old hotel. Could use some new carpeting throughout. No staff on duty for check in. Hotel bar was never open. Good location for the ferry. Our room had very low ceilings that forced you to walk hunched over. Morning staff worker Sheena was a doll.
Brent
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Convenient to train station; great hotel and value, with well furnished rooms and kind staff
Daniel
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel easy parking comfy beds. Very convenient
Margaret
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Leisure with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Our room was fine but I got zapped by an electrical outlet while plugging in the hair dryer.
Kimberly
8.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, an easy walk to ferry and train stations. The rooms are small, but clean and well laid out.
Ryan
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Loved the older building with updated features that made for a very comfortable stay. Very clean, nice room overlooking the harbor with small convenient kitchenette. Excellent comfortable king bed with convenient electrical charging capability on both sides. Very convenient location for access to the downtown area including the ferry, bus and train stations, but far enough from bustle and noise- very quiet. A fine continental breakfast with a great coffee maker for cappuccinos and more. Really enjoyed spending time in the cozy onsite pub and blethering a bit with the very congenial and accommodating host, with a good selection of drafts and extensive assortment of fine whiskys (wee suggestion: I would have loved a real dartboard 😉). I really enjoyed our three nights there and eagerly look forward to the next time we can visit Oban and revisit the Kelvin for our next stay. Highly recommended!
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linda
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

No on site parking. Basic amenities. No restaurant. Easy to town. Expensive for what it is.
Jim
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great value. Super clean. Loved it
James
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

there was paid parking across the road which was very safe, although we managed to use the free overnight street parking,across the road from the hotel. the room was a studio loft with limited cooking facilities, but sufficient for a stay of a few days. The staff were very friendly and the small bar was cosy and had a relaxed homely (in a good way) atmosphere. being a small port town, all the essentials were nearby, and the train station and ferry terminal were very close as well. Surprisingly the rooms were very quiet despite the proximity of the transport hub.
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Jessie
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Kelvin is in an older building with a lot of charm. The room was large and clean with good amenities, including a kitchenette which was quite handy. The statt were very helpful and super friendly. Our bed was relatively comfortable as well. There is only paid parking available, but it was conveniently located right across the street from the hotel, which worked well for us and gave us the freedom to wander around Oban on foot. The bar downstairs was a nice place to relax in the evenings with games to play and patrons to chat with.
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8.4
Very Good
From 590 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

8.0

Location

8.4

Service and Facilites

8.6

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Traveler Reviews The Kelvin Hotel

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Top reviews
Carla
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Kelvin Hotel was wonderful place to stay in Oban. The kitchenette was a bonus and the hotel was close to everything and the staff were gracious and helpful. Would definitely recommend it.
ann
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

While the decor needed a little upkeep (painters cauk eg) the location and facilities were good for a few days stay. Great views of the ferry port and couldn’t be handier for ferry/ train/bus anywhere
Stuart
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was nice and efficient. Having a small kitchen was a plus. Location is next door to the ferry terminal for those visiting the islands, and paid parking was very convenient. The only negative was the shower, which seemed to have only two settings: ice cold and scalding! But we made do ....
Brian
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Ok
Eric
icon-Family
Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very clean room. Great access to down town and the pier!
Shawn
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

perfect place to stay to get to the ferry in the morning!
ROBERT
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location to everything. Great parking!
Ross
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The owner was there to help us even though we showed up very late due to car problems. Perfect stay while in Oban.
Edward
icon-Family
Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Only one staff member. No bar, no restaurant. But the rooms were clean.
Kareen
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Everything was amazing, nice and central also a fabulous location for watching all the ferries coming and going!!! We will be back!
Mark
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very old hotel. Could use some new carpeting throughout. No staff on duty for check in. Hotel bar was never open. Good location for the ferry. Our room had very low ceilings that forced you to walk hunched over. Morning staff worker Sheena was a doll.
Brent
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Convenient to train station; great hotel and value, with well furnished rooms and kind staff
Daniel
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel easy parking comfy beds. Very convenient
Margaret
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Our room was fine but I got zapped by an electrical outlet while plugging in the hair dryer.
Kimberly
8.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, an easy walk to ferry and train stations. The rooms are small, but clean and well laid out.
Ryan
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Loved the older building with updated features that made for a very comfortable stay. Very clean, nice room overlooking the harbor with small convenient kitchenette. Excellent comfortable king bed with convenient electrical charging capability on both sides. Very convenient location for access to the downtown area including the ferry, bus and train stations, but far enough from bustle and noise- very quiet. A fine continental breakfast with a great coffee maker for cappuccinos and more. Really enjoyed spending time in the cozy onsite pub and blethering a bit with the very congenial and accommodating host, with a good selection of drafts and extensive assortment of fine whiskys (wee suggestion: I would have loved a real dartboard 😉). I really enjoyed our three nights there and eagerly look forward to the next time we can visit Oban and revisit the Kelvin for our next stay. Highly recommended!
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linda
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

No on site parking. Basic amenities. No restaurant. Easy to town. Expensive for what it is.
Jim
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great value. Super clean. Loved it
James
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

there was paid parking across the road which was very safe, although we managed to use the free overnight street parking,across the road from the hotel. the room was a studio loft with limited cooking facilities, but sufficient for a stay of a few days. The staff were very friendly and the small bar was cosy and had a relaxed homely (in a good way) atmosphere. being a small port town, all the essentials were nearby, and the train station and ferry terminal were very close as well. Surprisingly the rooms were very quiet despite the proximity of the transport hub.
Read More
Jessie
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Kelvin is in an older building with a lot of charm. The room was large and clean with good amenities, including a kitchenette which was quite handy. The statt were very helpful and super friendly. Our bed was relatively comfortable as well. There is only paid parking available, but it was conveniently located right across the street from the hotel, which worked well for us and gave us the freedom to wander around Oban on foot. The bar downstairs was a nice place to relax in the evenings with games to play and patrons to chat with.
Read More
Number of reviews per page
20
40