Oban Youth Hostel
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.
A perfect choice for groups, families and individual travellers, both buildings offer high quality private en-suite rooms and comfortable shared accommodation, all with lockers and bedside lighting and many with sea views. WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, an excellent drying room, laundry and secure bike storage with cycle washing facilities. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Guests can opt for a continental breakfast served in the beautiful Raasay Dining Room and relax with a glass of wine or local craft beer in the adjoining lounge with its views over the Firth of Lorne and the Inner Hebrides. Dinner and packed lunches are also available by prior arrangement for groups of ten or more.
The lodge is perfect for groups wanting their own space and can be hired separately from the main building.
The hostel is perfectly located right on the seafront, close to the ferry port, and we’re happy to accommodate guests catching early ferries to the islands.
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.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Hostellers Love...
Very friendly, knowledgeable staff
Fantastic location with stunning sea views
Great breakfast!
Excellent self catering facilities
Comfortable private ensuite rooms available
Secure lockers and luggage store
Secure bike store
Oban Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
24hr
Check in
15:00
Check out
10:00
Access Hours
Guests in private rooms do not have to vacate during the day although cleaners will require access. Guests arriving before check-in time are welcome to leave their luggage in the secure store.
Amenities
Free Wifi
Private Rooms Available
En Suite Rooms Available
Family Rooms Available
Group catering packages available on request and by prior arrangement
Catering Available (Breakfast Only)
Suitable for Groups
Packed Lunches Available
Self Catering Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Lounge/TV Room
Laundry Room
Towel Hire Available
Drying Room
Secure Lockers
Luggage Store
Bike Store
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Shopping Nearby
Access with limited mobility
Complimentary Tea and Coffee available in Self Catering Kitchen
Guest Reviews
11/01/19
Friendly staff. The hostel is clean with good facilities and in a good location.Rab
09/01/19
Booked private ensuite room for 1 night. Room was clean and secure and as expected. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Did not use any of the shared facilities so unable comment but public areas well kept and tidy. Would happily recommend.Heather
02/01/19
Awesome stayYana
20/12/18
Always like staying at the Oban Hostel. Have done it many times over 30 years. The whole family likes the location and the amenities are great. Simply the best value for your money.Rod
12/12/18
This is my second visit to the Oban hostile very good location with parking. The staff are friendly and helpful. T he hostile has good facilities and very clean.Rab
04/12/18
Beautiful old building across the road from the harbour beach. The rooms were clean, warm and quite spacious. The kitchen was well stocked with cutlery and crockery and also spacious with a great view.Ben McIntyre
23/11/18
A great place to stay - very well appointed and friendly staff.Ratty in Stirling
21/11/18
This is an excellent hostel with helpful and attentive staff , a truly good placeDavid Priestley
21/11/18
Friendly and helpful staff.Jef
18/11/18
A magnificent view, a comfortable room and a romantic atmosphere. This is what we liked the most. The hostel is very central and very beautiful. Totally recommendedYes
18/11/18
A beautiful building sitting on the sea front with excellent, comfortable rooms. The staff go above and beyond to make your stay a pleasure. A huge self catering kitchen or the option for a cooked meal.Jodie McDowall
09/11/18
Great time lovely facilities!!David.
08/11/18
Very pleasant experience made possible by friendly staff and excellent environmentAlan / Moira Gordon
04/11/18
Very friendly, helpful staff. The bedrooms were clean and comfortable. This hostel makes a great base for exploring the near by islands.Angela
03/11/18
I always appreciate the cleanliness and great support from the staff. This YHA is consistently very well run, with great facilities making a visit to Oban accessible to everyone.Anon
30/10/18
We arrived late but got a great welcome and were still able to make use of the great self-catering facilities. Our room was clean, comfortable and good value and we had a lovely walk to the train station in the morning.T Barnbrook
29/10/18
Very nice hostel with gorgeous view on Oban's bay.Guillaume C.
28/10/18
We arrived from the train, and the welcome was very friendly and efficient. The room was super spacious, with an incredible view. The shower room, although very small, had an amzing hot shower making up for it. Overall, a lovely hostel, will come back next time I'm in ObanAnita
26/10/18
very friendly staff. free parking. premier location in oban. left and right are hotels with cost mutch more.Leontius
23/10/18
Very friendly & helpful staff, good room size & facilities.Anon
21/10/18
The views from the hostel are breathtakingIan Curwen
21/10/18
I loved my stay , the staff were nice and helpful , fab hostel, amazing views , comfy bed and lovely spotless bedding etc......margaret from bournemouth
19/10/18
I have stayed here before. a fantastic place ;with a great scenic view;very helpful staff.Roy Wilson
15/10/18
We stayed 4 nights in a private en-suite room at Oban Youth Hostel at the beginning of October and found the hostel to be comfortable and well equipped. Our room was in the Lodge behind the main building which had its own kitchen / lounge area. There was an excellent drying room plus laundry facilities should you need them. The hostel is about a 10 minute walk along the promenade from the town centre, ferry terminal and railway station.Martyn
13/10/18
A delightful hostel. Very very luxurious. The lounges and rooms remind sometimes more of a hotel than a hostel.Paul Bäcker
12/10/18
This hostel is amazing. Exceeded my expectations. From our first contact with Marie at check-in to the spontaneous meeting and socializing in the kitchen. Oban is lovely - perfect location on the ocean, walk the promenade, the perfect Oceanside village to explore.MermaidenM
05/10/18
Hostelling has given our children a fantastic opportunity to experience time away from home in a safe, clean environment. We were all looked after exceptionally well. Nothing was too much trouble.Moray Primary School
03/10/18
As there was 10 of us in our motorcycle group we where allowed to put our motorcycles near the rear of the building.The staff where very friendly and helpful as always nothing was a problem to them we have stayed at this hostel on several occasions and we always cant wait to come back.The location is fantastic and right on the sea front beautiful views across the hills.I would recommend this Hostel to any motorcycle club who would like to have a friendly place to stay.Mr Stephen Gerrens DH9ers&8ers motorcycle Rally club
Very friendly, knowledgeable staff
Fantastic location with stunning sea views
Great breakfast!
Excellent self catering facilities
Comfortable private ensuite rooms available
Secure lockers and luggage store
Secure bike store
">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.
Find your sea legs with a short jaunt over to a neighbouring island - Kerrera - rugged and unspoiled and home to beautiful Gylen Castle. Visit McCraig'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.
For the more adventurous there are a number of activities available in the local area including sea kayaking and scuba diving.
Oban is known as Scotland's seafood capital and there are plenty of opportunities for you to enjoy fine local seafood with a number of award winning restaurants based in the town.
