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 and other facilities include a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, 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.
Guests can opt for continental breakfast in the beautiful Raasay Dining Room and relax with a glass of wine or local craft beer in the adjoining lounge with 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 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.
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 £5 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
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Why stay?
- 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
Open 24 hours
Check in
15:00
Check out
10:00
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
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
Pet Dogs Welcome
Guest Reviews
18/08/19
Comfortable and spacious. Great views over Oban harbour and bay.Ruth
12/08/19
Great location on the esplanade with a short walk to the centre of Oban. View from kitchen looks out over the bay to Kerrera. Clean, well equipped and ideal for a family stay.Stewart
09/08/19
Good location, great views of Kerrera Island from the dorm room, good shower and continental breakfast.Anna
02/08/19
Perfect location, very nice staff and it was possible to store my luggage there for 4 days when I travelled to some of the islands. Thanks!Sarah
30/07/19
We had a private room with a loverly view of the beach (with our own toilet and shower, towels included as well) in the Oban Lodge. The kitchen was clean and well stocked. Staff was very friendly and welcoming! I even borrowed a book from the wee come-and-go library, which was nice. All in all, loved our stay and would definitely visit again!Sigy Artyn
26/07/19
Very friendly and helpful. Excellent location. We took the private ensuite family room and the whole experience was up to date, practical and memorable. An excellent walk along the front led us to the town's restaurants and pubs. Wifi also good.Ant
26/07/19
Really welcoming reception staff. Clean accommodation and good facilities.Pam
26/07/19
Ideal in all ways, thanks to all the teamStella
22/07/19
Set in a beautiful location, the Hostel is a lovely older building with lots of original character features with modern touches. The views are simply stunning! I would highly recommend a stay here rooms are very clean and staff are very helpful.Amanda
22/07/19
Lots of space, friendly staff, great facilities for drying gear and storing bikes . We shared a room with 4 others and the room was very spacious.Maria
21/07/19
Excellent customer service, fabulous hostel and facilities. Very clean and a great place to stay. Wonderful location. The staff were brilliant and quick to help out with queries/advice/advance bookings. Will definitely recommend :)Belinda
19/07/19
Very nice Hostel with a fabulous view. Staff very helpfulYes
19/07/19
Great location, sea views.Guests kitchen well stocked and bedrooms comfortable!Linda
18/07/19
Of all the hostels we stayed at, this was the best - good location, comfortable and quietRk
14/07/19
We had a nice one night stay thank you. Late check in appreciated. Staff at reception very helpful. Great hostel!Stuart
14/07/19
From the booking to the checking out, great, very friendly, welcoming staff, love the eco ideas, especially leaving food you don't need for those that can use it and recycling. You don't have to do a chore anymore, which I missed!Well done all round. The location is just stunning. Go see for yourself!Ames
13/07/19
Nice stay. Everything as expected.Federica
12/07/19
Great stay. Fantastic staff. Superb location.Ian
10/07/19
Had a wonderful time whilst here, it was short and sweet coming in late and leaving very early. But the check in experience was awesome and she gave us great advice for the next leg of our journey!Mr. Scot
09/07/19
Really nice place, everything you need and friendly peopleŒ
09/07/19
Big, comfortable hostel with lots of amenities. The beds in our family room were great!Marianne A.
08/07/19
We stayed in a four bed family room. It had a sea view, which was a pleasant surprise. Beds made. Downstairs the kitchen and lounge. I cannot fault the whole experience from check in to departure. Super continental breakfast, help yourself to juices, beverages,cereal,cold meats,toast, croissants. The location on the sea front with fabulous views were amazing. I would happily stay here again even if i didnt have a room with a view. Fab.ok
08/07/19
Recently stayed as part of the Explorer Fund with a group of young people from Edinburgh. They all really enjoyed their stay, and were delighted by the hostel, its rooms and the wonderful views from them. Staff were very friendly and helpful, and went out of their way to make our stay as comfortable as could be. A massive thanks to them and to Hostelling Scotland for giving us the opportunity!CY
08/07/19
Awesome hostel! It is right on the water with amazing views from the rooms. It is clean and comfy. A short walk will let you soak in the views and also bring you to the center of town.Akshay
08/07/19
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Why stay?
- 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.
