In the heart of Stirling, The Ranald Hotel offers a warm atmosphere with a bar and high-speed WiFi. Savor cooked-to-order breakfast or store your bags safely in luggage storage, knowing you're in good hands with the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (5)
Daily housekeeping
Breakfast available
Bar/lounge
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Premium bedding
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
The current price is €85
€85
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Room options
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Grand (with Wheelchair access)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
17 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Double Futon
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Grand Room (Plus)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
18 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 138 min drive
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 170 min drive
Oban Station - 3 min walk
Oban Connel Ferry Station - 12 min drive
Taynuilt Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - 5 min walk
George Street Fish & Chip Shop - 2 min walk
Costa Coffee - 3 min walk
Markie Dans - 10 min walk
Aulay's Bar - 3 min walk
About this property
The Ranald Hotel
The Ranald Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Oban Ferry Terminal. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
17 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Long-term renters welcome.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Ranald Hotel Oban
Ranald Hotel
Ranald Oban
Ranald
The Ranald Hotel Oban, Scotland
The Ranald Hotel Oban
The Ranald Hotel Hotel
The Ranald Hotel Hotel Oban
Frequently asked questions
Does The Ranald Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Ranald Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Ranald Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Ranald Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Ranald Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ranald Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Ranald Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include McCaig's Tower (5-min walk), Ganavan Sands (1 mi) and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds (1.3 mi).
What's the area around The Ranald Hotel like?
The Ranald Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Oban Station and 8 minutes' walk from Oban Ferry Terminal.
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The Ranald Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
3 February 2025
Best in Oban.
From check in to check out I’ve no complaints, staff easy to deal with amd so friendly, nice comfortable bed and hot shower what more do you need.
I also left an article of clothing so phoned up the next day and the staff posted it back to me, fantastic service.
Room was spotless and the housekeeping was perfect.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Oban nov 2024
Nice quite hotel, staff lovely & good location
brian
brian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Great room in central location
Receptionist was excellent and welcoming, room was great too
Francis
Francis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 October 2024
A decent hotel in Oban
We stayed for one night to attend the Mod. The hotel met our expectations
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Hotel was really nice staff very helpful and breakfast lovely. Only slight issue was the trundle bed in room for 3rd person was very uncomfortable and had to end up sleeping in sofa instead
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Nice boutique style hotel
Lovely boutique style hotel close to pier and amenities.
Lovely clean modem room. Nice shower room.
We’re staying in a different room for our second night and hotel very kindly gave us early access.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 September 2024
The Randal was very clean and comfortable. The staff were lovely and breakfast was great! We were happy with our choice to choose The Randal. It was only a 5 minute walk from the Oban Train Station. I would highly recommend this hotel
Pringle
Pringle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 May 2024
Nice quiet hotel in a great location.
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 August 2024
Bathroom was spotless. Breakfast was great.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2024
Very efficient checkin lovley receptionist and waiting staff good breakfast
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 October 2024
Convenient location, close to everything.
Room was rather small but nice.
Parking was street parking on a meter that had to be updated ever 2 hrs during the day….restrictive.
colin
colin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
Every staff member I came in contact with was very accommodating. The room was tastefully decorated and clean.
Wilma
Wilma, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
Really friendly staff
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2024
Oban is a beautiful town on the water, with a variety of options for dining and shopping. The hotel is centrally located, in a safe area, the rooms are quite large and it was very quiet at night. No parking on premises but that is the case with most hotels in Oban. Plenty of car parks, though, located near the hotel.
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2024
Highly recommended. Modern standard and a really great breakfast, fresh and super good.
Joakim
Joakim, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 May 2024
Short one night stay, easy check in and helpful staff and rooms comfortable and spacious.
Great location near train/ferry and harbour.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Wonderful spot. Very convenient.
MARGARET
MARGARET, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 June 2023
Very nice place to stay! Friendly staff and comfortable bed.
davida
davida, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2024
Excellent location.wet room was a bonus
Philip
Philip, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 April 2023
Had a very enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly, the hotel was very clean and in a great location.
Monika
Monika, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 January 2024
Lovely, new clean and great staff. Breakfast was great value for money.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2022
It was a great stay. Comfy beds, quiet, great location near downtown.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2023
The hotel was lovely, clean and accessible
Aliston
Aliston, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 October 2023
Not the best for parking but clean & good breakfast would stay again 👍
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
12 August 2024
Good for a quick stay
Pros: Spacious room. Impressive water pressure in the shower. Everything in great condition. Location is central. Good breakfast.
Cons: The wall is paper-thin; you can hear everything in the hallway. Staff did everything they were supposed to, but they could be more friendly.