Oban
About About this youth hostel ....
Surrounded by miles of beautiful countryside and dramatic coastline, this five star VisitScotland accredited youth hostel is within easy walking distance of the town centre and comprises two buildings - the original Victorian villa and a modern lodge to the rear. Both buildings offer high quality accommodation in private en-suite rooms and comfortable shared dorms, all with lockers and bedside lighting and many with sea views.
WiFi is free and other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, a comfy lounge with views over the Firth of Lorne an excellent drying room, laundry and secure cycle storage with bike washing facilities. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
The lodge is perfect for groups wanting their own space and can be hired separately from the main building.
The hostel is right on the seafront, close to the ferry port, and we’re happy to accommodate guests catching early ferries to the islands.
Oban is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1631 562 025 to check availability. There is a small charge of £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
‘Wee’ and Full Breakfast available (Please remember to pre-book)
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Seafront location with stunning views
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Perfect base for island hopping
- On the Caledonian Way Cycle route
- Walking distance from all local restaurants, bars and shops
- Dog Friendly and great for families
- Licensed, serving local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Oban Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
07:00 - 10:00 and 16:00 - 22:00
Check in
16:30 - 21:30 (late check in by prior arrangement with the hostel)
Check out
Check out by 10am
Access Hours
Guests in private rooms do not have to vacate during the day (though cleaners will require access). Guests arriving before check in time are welcome to leave their luggage in the secure store
Amenities
Access with limited mobility
Alcohol Licence
Bike Store
Catering
Drying Room
En Suite Rooms
Family Rooms
Free Parking (limited on-site) p
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Free Wifi
Group catering packages available on request and by prior arrangement
Guest Kitchen
Laundry Room
Lounge/TV Room
Luggage Store
Packed Lunches Available
Pet Dogs Welcome
Private Rooms
Secure Lockers
Shopping Nearby
Suitable for Groups
Suitable for Wheelchair Users
Towel Hire
Guest Reviews
18/04/2024
Great, would definitely go back to again.Smcbean
16/04/2024
The Oban Youth Hostel is great value for money and definitely a must for all travellers to Scotland's west coast.Carol, Liverpool
07/04/2024
very pleasant stayPascale
07/04/2024
Great location - stay was perfectH
04/04/2024
This is without a doubt one of the best hostel experiences I've ever had. The staff were friendly, supportive and helpful. The room was quite big and not crowded, with the most incredible view over the sea and the Isle of Kerrera. The location right by the seafront is most definitely the hostel's strongest selling point, and it does not disappoint. The hostel was easy to get to, and everything was within an easy reach. I most definitely recommend, and intend to go again!Clémence A
01/03/2024
A lovely hostel with lovely staff and well kept facilities. I highly recommend staying here if you enjoy hostelling.James
27/02/2024
Friendly helpful staff as always. Thank youMace
20/02/2024
Love staying at Oban youth hostel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Great value.Please book directly with hostel or their central booking service as you always get to speak to a person who knows the hostel.Guest Review
16/02/2024
We had a great stay at Oban Youth Hostel. It was warm and cosy, and lovely to be able to have our dog with us. Would definitely stay again.Jo
15/02/2024
This is by far our favourite hostel, thanksMary
13/02/2024
Awesome stay. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Facilities were great. Would highly recommend.Jo
08/02/2024
Thank you for such a pleasant stay. A wonderful calm in the winter storm.Guest Review
05/02/2024
Amazing value for money. Helpful friendly staff, warm comfortable room and bed with a hot shower. Communal areas clean and inviting, everything in working order and a great filling breakfast (even oat milk supplied!). Everything we needed on our stay with no problems, no hassle and high standards. The stay met my hopes and dreams!Chris Paisley
31/01/2024
It was perfect for a group stay. Great value for money! It's a lovely building. The living areas are wonderfully homely.Mosaic
26/01/2024
My stay was very relaxing at the Oban Youth Hostel. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms were spacious. The kitchen facilities were also nice and large as well as the lounging areas. I was able to check in with no headaches and the staff were very friendly.Lili
20/01/2024
We LOVED everything during the stay. The hostel is perfectly located, clean, big, beautiful, the kitchen is huge and well equiped, the rooms are spotless, the view from the breakfast is amazing. Special thanks to Fiona at the reception, she is amazingly friendly, helpful and a very kind person !Sandrine L.
16/01/2024
Lovely hostel. Staff couldn't have been more helpful and pleasant. Great decor, fully equipped kitchen and nice bed linen. Location is ideal and views from the lounge are second to none. Great place!Angie
15/01/2024
One of the Best hostels I have been at in Scotland. Oban SYHA is hardly a 10-15 minute walk along the beautiful sea from the railway station.I reached the Hostel around 12 pm way before the check in time at 3. But the staff kindly let me keep my bags in the hostel. They even let me check in at 1 pm and gave me a very pretty sea view dorm. The YHA has two beautiful louges both overlooking the sea and a big kitchen and dining area for all guests. It is a must visit place esp to explore the islesBhairavee
11/01/2024
Another satisfying stay at my favourite hostel.Fine for me.
14/12/2023
Great stay thank you, an impressive gorgeous old building on the waterfront. Marta on reception was excellent thank you Marta. The hostel was spotless and well equipped. Smart or use sockets would be handy in the bedrooms, the bedside light was appreciated, thank you fir a great stay. Large car park as well.G hewison
09/12/2023
Comfortable, good hostel.Guest Review
06/12/2023
Hostel manager and staff were extremely helpful and accommodating to our large party.Guest Review
06/12/2023
I had a wonderful stay at the Oban Hostel ??! The building is beautiful, clean, warm, spacious, quiet and very comfortable! The staff are lovely, friendly, welcoming and very helpful and the breakfast is amazing…. fresh berries, yoghurt, muesli, toast, juice tea etc or a cooked breakfast. The views from the bedrooms and dining room are really beautiful, looking straight onto the harbour ( seafront location). A really beautiful place to stay … I don't think it could be better! It's pet friendly!Janette
04/12/2023
A brilliant stay all round - comfortable rooms in a great location. Facilities superb and staff great!Robert
30/11/2023
Lovely lady at reception. I'd made enquiry before as I was arriving quite late in the evening and a guy phoned me up about it and was very helpful. Great stay !kirsty
27/11/2023
A fantastic hostel, I had never previously stated as it is my "local" hostel. However with a busy weekend planned in Oban/Lorn and road closures making my travel time significantly longer I booked a room. So glad I did. Everything was lovely and I had a restful time between busy days.RL
24/11/2023
We had a very good time here, the view from breakfast's room is just...wow!!Elise
23/11/2023
Excellent value for money in lovely hostel with spectacular views.Joan
22/11/2023
Ideal location,Guest Review
22/11/2023
This hostel is so nice you just want to stay inside all day instead of exploring the area. Bonus points for super comfy beds!Solenn
Reasons to visit
Oban is often referred to as the 'Gateway to the Isles'.
With regular ferries to the Inner Hebridean islands of Mull, Coll, Tiree or Iona, it's a great base if you intend to go island hopping!
But before you head off there's lots to discover in and around the town itself.
Nearby attractions include Oban Distillery, McCaig’s Tower, St Columba’s Cathedral and Oban War & Peace Museum. Famous for its local seafood, Oban boasts many good restaurants, bars and shops. For the more adventurous, scuba diving and sailing are available locally.
Find your sea legs with a short jaunt over to a neighbouring island - Kerrera - rugged and unspoiled and home to beautiful Gylen Castle. Visit McCaig's tower, a ten minute drive from the hostel with panoramic views across the Sound of Mull. Explore Easdale Island Folk Museum and get a fascinating insight into the history of slate mining in the local area.
