Altavona House

Location: Corran Esplanade, Oban, gb

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Check-out: 10:30 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• Express check-in/check-out
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Adult only
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Face masks for guests available
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Golfing on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Private picnics
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Beach club nearby (surcharge)
• Beach toys

Rooms Available

• Standard Twin Room with Sea View

  The unit offers 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Private bathroom

• Double Room

  The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Private bathroom

• Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

  The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Private bathroom

• Studio

  Featuring free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. This studio has soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Linen
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access

• Twin Room

  With garden views, this room features private bathrooms with a hairdryer and free toiletries. It also has a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. These rooms cannot accommodate any children under 12, or any extra beds.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Hand sanitiser

• Double Room

  With garden views, this room features private bathrooms with a hairdryer and free toiletries. It also has a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. These rooms cannot accommodate any children under 12, or any extra beds.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Linen
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Hand sanitiser

• Double Room with Sea View

  With sea views, this superior room features private bathrooms with a hairdryer and free toiletries. It also has a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. These rooms cannot accommodate any children under 12, or any extra beds.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• John (8/5): Ideal stay - Very nicely decorated, warm powerful shower and nice location
• Hans (8/5): Prima - Mooie kamer met een prima locatie Als dan iets moet zeggen er waren geen haakjes i. De Pauw kamer waar we een jas konden ophangen
• Steve (9/5): Very comfortable place to stay - Very comfortable and well appointed property, easy walk into town and harbour. No breakfast dining room
• Kiky_ontour (9/5): Wunderbare Aussicht aufs Meer - Die Aussicht vom Zimmer ist grandios. Das Haus ist geschmackvoll eingerichtet und man fühlt sich wohl. Fenster lassen sich nachts öffnen, da ruhige Lage. Oban ist in Gehdistanz erreichbar. Etwas ringhörig, aber das ist in älteren Häusern so. Kein Grund für Kritik. Das Bad ist etwas altmodisch, aber alles vorhanden und funktioniert einwandfrei.
• Andy (8/5): Fantastic views from the hotel - Views were fantastic
• Kilmurry (9/5): A Wonderful location with clean and comfortable rooms. - Great location. Very clean and comfortable. Very limited parking. I paid $10.60 per day for street parking. No breakfast.
• Pavel (10/5): - Nice location, friendly staff, excellent view.
• Mairi (7/5): Overnight stay - Great location beautiful view Decor was tired
• Alison (10/5): Deluxe room in a great location and no worries about an early start for the ferry ! Would love to stay here for longer. - Seafront location with parking and superb views across sound of Kerrera for the sunset. Very comfortable bed and room furnishings. Manager very helpful. Nothing to dislike !
• martin (10/5): - The location was excellent. Lovely view from the front of the building. The breakfast was great. And the staff were very friendly and helpful. We would stay there again.
• NICOLE (10/5): Great location, decor, amenities and staff! - Top notch! Great location, decor, amenities and staff! Alltavona House is a 5-10 minute easy walk to Oban center. It is waterfront so has expansive views of Oban bay. The check in process is easy and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I really appreciated the high comfort of rooms and toiletry products supplied (including hair conditioner!). This was a repeat stay for us and I would not hesitate to stay again. We did stay in a water view room which was an added bonus to our stay.
• Daniella (10/5): -
• Peter (7/5): - Location and Oban was a lovely harbour. Room was small, bathroom was cold. Bike storage was in their kitchen, but they were put outside in morning and not locked as we didn't know where they were. Self checkin worked for us, but didn't feel welcoming. When we left later, two parties were outside & could not get in & noone answered door bell. I helped them as we had a staff mobile contact as had already checked in. It was not value for money.
• Piotr (10/5): -
• Julia (8/5): - Location was beautiful. The one thing that would have made it better was if breakfast was included in the price.
• Bonnie S (10/5): Unique property in Oban, Scotland. - We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Alltavona House. Great location within walking distance to the city center. Our family stayed in 2 different rooms. The beds were comfy, rooms were clean, and the owner Carol, made us feel at home. We just wish we could have stayed longer.
• Elizabeth (7/5): Room was comfortable & attractive but inconveniences outweigh positives. - Location, room comfortable. Parking available but insufficient spaces leading to inconvenience. Hosts were fine, but not welcoming & check-in instructions were not well communicated. Also, we were not informed about stairs—2 steep, full flights with curves—we elected to not bring our suitcases up to the room because of this, forcing us to leave them in the car (not ideal!).
• Laura (7/5): - Great location. No shower.
• Emely (10/5): Beste Übernachtung in Schottland - Wunderschöne, fantasievolle und detailverliebte Zimmer! Das ganze Haus is liebevoll dekoriert und unglaublich gemütlich. Die Betten waren herrlich und Carol war eine herzliche Gastgeberin. Das Frühstücksbuffet war fantastisch und alles war absolut lecker. Die Lage ist perfekt, direkt am Meer mit grosdartiger Aussicht.
• Guest (10/5): -
• Steve (8/5): -
• Gabriele (9/5): Alles war zu unserer vollsten Zufriedenheit. -
• Martin (10/5): -
• Anne (9/5): -
• H. (9/5): Mooi verblijf voor bezoek aan Oban. - Mooi ingericht en netjes. Op een handige locatie, vlakbij de stad. Niets
• Izabela (10/5): - Cudowny pokój ze wspaniałym widokiem! Przedłużyłyśmy od razu nasz pobyt. I to wygodne łóżko! Carol jest ogromnie uprzejma i miła. Hotel blisko centrum, a jednocześnie w spokojnej dzielnicy. Na pewno wrócę ♥️
• massimo (8/5): Goditi la vista sul mare - Casa bellissima fronte mare. Personale molto accogliente Ci sono delle sdraio davanti la casa dove puoi prendere un te caldo e goderti il panorama Stanza con affaccio interno, senza vista mare che è la cosa più bella della casa. Stanza ampia ma non particolarmente confortevole per assenza di piani di appoggio. Scomode le prese elettriche
• charlotta (8/5): - Känslan av familjärt ,välkomnande trots att det inte fanns reception. Fina rum,,badrum som ingav lyxkänsla.Rummet hade även kaffekokare,kylskåp o andra små fina detaljer Väldigt trevligt frukostbuffé med fin buffé, fantastiskt goda ostar, färska bär frukter,yougurt croissant mm, tyvärr var brödet torrt o äggen för hårt kokta..gröna men annars var det riktigt bra Betalningen m kort blev lite komplicerat men fungerade om man angav sitt kortnummer
• Yann (10/5): -
• Callum (8/5): - Very nice room beautiful view and comfortable bed Staff member knocked on the door twice in the morning to see if we was still there, felt like they was eager to get us out before check out time
• Guest (8/5): Nice accommodation within walking distance of town centre -
• Liselot (8/5): Heerlijk - Aan het water ook onze kamer aan zijkant had uitzicht op zee. Cosy inrichting, aardige mensen, lekker ontbijt. X
• John (8/5): Very good -
• Damien (9/5): Superb -
• Nancy (6/5): Pleasant - It was in a great location. The self check in system did not work well which was extremely frustrating. Did not like having no staff on premises (just next door), and individual outside door locks on each room so it felt like an apartment building. Noisy neighboring rooms.
• Morag (10/5): Exceptional -
• Mina (8/5): Lovely rooms - Stayed in room 6. Beautiful! Fridge in the room. Quiet location. Short walk from town and restaurants. Wifi music mirror in the bathroom was a nice touch No cooked breakfast. No USB
• Callum (10/5): Fantastic stay in Oban - Fantastic location, views and a lovely room. Nothing.
• Catherine (8/5): Very good - Love the decor Wifi password was not apparent anywhere
• Eilidh (10/5): Exceptional -
• Claire (9/5): Perfect place to stay for one or two nights - if staying longer would choose bigger room. - Lovely place in ideal location - a few minutes walk from town but with easy parking nearby. Decor very appealing and welcoming. Nothing to note for a one night stay. For several nights would choose bigger room but I knew that when I booked.
• Rolf (9/5): Superb - The bathroom could be better
• Colin (8/5): Great spot, comfy and quaint - Cosy room in a very quaint B&B. Interesting decor. Our room for 2 nights and bed was very comfortable, not sure all rooms the same. Had a lovely bath. We didn't do the breakfast but it looked good. Good location for Oban, a short walk from the busy town.
• Sheryl (10/5): A Boutique Oban Treat - This was my special Birthday holiday We booked Alltavona we had not stayed in Oban before. We arrived at the beautiful property and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The hosts were amazing, friendly and also gave us great advise with regards to everything we could do in the area. We had the rear Cabin very spacious a little home from home, recomend it. Thank you so much. We loved it !!! There was nothing we didn't like
• Carrie (9/5): Superb - Beautiful property with easy check in/out. Parking spot in front. Lovely view.
• Ian (10/5): - Beautiful room with a view over Oban.
• Hall (9/5): Characterful guesthouse, great breakfast - Very good continental breakfast
• Hugh (9/5): Would absolutely stay again if in Oban. - Best buffet breakfast I've ever had in the UK. Great selection of breads, meat, cheeses and fruit. Hot breakfast looked very nice too. Nice bedroom with big quirky bathroom. Great staff (Carol) - as helpful as you could get. It was great.
• Brynjolfur (9/5): Superb - The room and the toilet were really nice Breakfast could have been better, still fine though.
• lisa (10/5): - Beautifully decorated, charming guest house with everything you need! The breakfast was expansive and lovely. We walked to dinner in downtown and enjoyed the views. Perfect location.
• Rob (8/5): - Nice clean property, within walking distance of Oban restaurants, pubs and attractions.
• Elizabeth (7/5): Not worth the price IMO - The view was spectacular, and it was conveniently close to town without being too close to feel the crowds. The continental breakfast was delicious, offering lots of variety. The room was very spacious, and had lounging chairs in front of the bay window to maximise enjoying the view. They unexpectedly serviced the room on the second day which was a nice surprise. A few little things, like a coffee machine was advertised in the room facilities but it was instead a kettle. There was only a single small rail for all the two towls and two hand towls - an extra hook here or there would have been appreciated as the towls were all bunched/piled on the little rail. The breakfast was advertised online as being £10 per person but when we arrived were informed it was £15. There was double paperwork to fill out - we had to fill in pre-arrival forms both online and in person asking for the same details. Lastly, we were a bit uncomfortable by one staff member who appeared totally overwhelmed one morning when we asked for a breakfast last minute. As it was a continental buffet breakfast we thought we would just ask if it is possible and then wait for the other guests to finish so that they would get first choice, but stressed that it was totally ok if they couldn't accommodate us at such short notice. She was kind enough to agree, but she kept entering the breakfast room sighing loudly and speaking under her breath about how stressed she was and how she was about to 'abandon ship'. At one stage she even bent over a table with her face in her arms and looked like she was about to cry. We felt awful. We knew we were taking a chance in changing plans last minute and we tried to show our appreciation. However, since everything besides the coffee was already prepared, and we were still within the allocated breakfast times, it was very awkward. All in all, it was a bit overpriced in my opinion.
• Christina (10/5): - Absolutely delightful! Such a gorgeous and cosy room, lovely hospitality and close to the town. We felt so welcome. Next time we’ll stay longer!
• Michal (7/5): Nice decor, some rooms can be a bit tiny and noisy - It's nice and cosy with free parking. The room I got this time was slightly too cramped, and I had to turn off the mini fridge as it was too noisy. The doors did nothing to filter out other guests walking through.
• Jennifer (7/5): Good enough for one night - The breakfast was good and varied. The hotel was old with interesting decor. The bathroom was big. The twin room I was in smelled musty.
• Graham (9/5): Superb -
• Katarzyna (8/5): Oban lovely stay - the beautiful place with amazing vibe and design. very clean, we really love the bathroom, a spacious shower. lovely welcoming, easy access to the room. great location, not far away from the center with a parking place. except the bed it's a gem! unfortunately we did have no good sleep, the metal bed was creak constantly with every move, the mattress was very soft what didn't help. could you please fix it? - room 2 the breakfast price has been increased on day arrival, we understand the reason, but the page should be updated.
• Caroline (10/5): Exceptional - The decor was charming and the room was cozy and comfortable.
• Rosemarie (3/5): Disappointing - location Room was extremely small and only had a very small window with view to sea. We had stayed here a few times before in double room with very large bay window, or large flat windows. The room we had this time (on second floor) was about half the size, with small window, yet was the same price as the other double rooms.
• Liz (6/5): Pleasant -
• Greg (10/5): - Beautiful view and room
• Alison (9/5): Superb - Good location, and comfortable rooms.
• Colin (6/5): - 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.
• Janet (8/5): Very good -
• constance (8/5): Cute place right next to the water - 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
• Isaiah (10/5): By the water at Oban - The accommodation was very unique and had a great water view from our room. The walk to the town center was just 15 minutes and very pleasant. Staff was super friendly and offered breakfast. The car park is small but there is plenty of street parking which is free at night after 8pm.
• Victoria (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful view, very nice location.
• John (10/5): Great stay will book again in the future - Slept very well ,breakfast room with a view Nothing
• Allan (10/5): - Very unique and the owners were very friendly
• Emma (9/5): Superb -
• Aimee (10/5): Totally worthwhile! - Very nice location a bit out of town but definitely walking distance! Super clean and comfortable. Large bathroom! There are some great walks behind the house to the castle. Carol was very welcoming and check in was a breeze! I liked everything! Carol asked if I would like a “continental breakfast” for the morning, in my mind this is a scone and a cup of coffee for 10 pounds, so I declined. The next morning, as I was heading out for a walk, I peaked into the cute dining room and saw folks enjoying quite a spread of meats, cheeses, breads, fruits and real breakfast! Then I wished I had said yes! Carol, maybe put up a picture on the door of the dining room, of all that you offer for your continental breakfast, because, seeing is believing! Wow very generous!
• Martin (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful room
• Jenny (9/5): Lovely - The room is very tastefully furnished with a comfortable bed . It is set in a beautiful historic home right on the waterfront in Oban. It is an easy work along the waterfront into the Oban shopping district. Nothing
• Martin (10/5): Outstanding and lovely hostess - It is simply gorgeous Parking is in tandem but manageable
• Alasdair (10/5): Excellent B&B in great location - Super B&B, perfect location and superb views over the bay
• Elizabeth (10/5): Lovely place and comfortable stay - We found it was well located to the town. Everyone was really friendly and rooms were very nice. It was a bit tricky to negotiate cars blocking other cars in, but they handle it pretty well. We didn't have the breakfast as that was an extra charge
• Frances (10/5): Loved staying here, we will be back!!! - Beautiful room Very comfortable bed Cosy Had everything we needed Quiet at bed time Nothing
• Mandy (7/5): Friendly, efficient staff. lovely location. - small room, too full of furniture. issue with the bedding, immediately rectified with sincere apology.
• John (9/5): Superb -
• Edward (10/5): Exceptional - Great location, fantastic breakfast buffet, lots of choices for non egg eaters Heat wasn’t on all the time
• Jill (7/5): Good - Lovely outdoor seating area with beautiful views. The breakfast was lovely and the bed was really comfy. The bathroom had a lovely standalone bath however there needs to be somewhere for you to put your toiletries, soap etc.
• Derek (10/5): Book this lovely BnB you’ll not be disappointed. - Breakfast was excellent - fresh fruit,salmon,croissants and a wide variety of cheeses. Our room #4 looked over the harbour with a comfortable bed and lots of seating options.The bathroom was really large and the fixtures were all high quality..No disappointments! Leaving
• John (10/5): - Wonderful property. Thoughtful staff. Excellent location.
• Eleanor (9/5): Superb - Beautiful property, right on the water. The breakfast was excellent - the best continental breakfast we’ve had during our travels in the UK.
• Karen (10/5): Perfect location - room with a view - We asked for a sea view and it was perfect - the room came with 2 chairs from which we could admire the view. Carol and the staff were very customer focussed and nothing was too much trouble. They were around to assist with the check in and check out. We didn’t opt for a breakfast but it certainly looked nice. Quiet location and a lovely walk to Oban and the restaurants.
• Cynthia (10/5): - 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.
• Michael (10/5): - Wonderful stay. Very clean, quiet, and friendly!
• Charlotte (10/5): Brill B & B - We didn't have the breakfast as we had a late meal the night before but we absolutely loved the room. Beautifully decorated, room and bathroom and the towels smelled amazing. I would 100% book to stay here again when we next come to oban. Bed was really comfortable.
• May (10/5): Great find, lovely hosts and would highly recommend x - Very quirky, spotless, fab bathroom, nice facilities and near the venue we were going to Nothing!
• Alistair (8/5): Very good -
• Clare (7/5): Good place for a one night stopover for catching the ferry - Good location for ferry for Mull. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent continental breakfast … worth the extra £10 pp Our room (9) was on the ground floor in the hallway next to the dining room. It was very noisy from early in the morning with people having breakfast & trundling suitcases. No view from room 9
• Rien (9/5): Wonderfull - Very friendly owner and personel. Best breakfast we had in scotland. Situated beautifully wit a lovely few on the bau en islands. Nothing
• John (10/5): Fabulous - Beautiful room. Spotlessly clean. Fabulous views. We were made too feel at home the moment we arrived. We would definitely recommend Alltavona House as a place too stay if you are ever visiting Oban.
• Tim (10/5): Definitely stay there again. - The views are amazing. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The decor and staircase is really nice. Good spread for the continental breakfast. Porridge pots instead of fresh porridge. No fan in the room.
• Janette (8/5): Very good - Comfy beds. Individually decorated rooms. Nice china teacups of decent size.
• Lorrie (8/5): Very good - Lovely views of the water. Walkable distance along the esplanade to town but far enough away to be peaceful A few issues with the bathroom but the owners were quick to fix
• Karen (8/5): Great location, very clean and nice staff - Location was great and the staff were very accomodating The room was a little small
• Barbara (10/5): - 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.
• Karen (10/5): Very enjoyable stay in a wonderful location. - Gorgeous property, well located for easy access into town. Very comfortable. Awesome hosts. Nothing
• Morag (10/5): Exceptional -

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