Top 10 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Oban, Great Britain - Updated 2024

airbnb Oban, Great Britain
Melanie
Melanie 
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Oban can be found on the island of Kerrera in Scotland, Great Britain. Located at the seaside, Oban is perhaps best known for hosting one of the country’s ports although it has also built a reputation for itself as a resort town in recent times. In fact, those who want to try out a boat tour or a sailing cruise can start their adventure right here. Meanwhile, those who want to enjoy land-based adventures can enjoy exploring McCaig’s Tower, a replica of the Roman Colosseum, or spend some time on Argyll’s coast, which is home to nature reserves and wildlife attractions. Check out these top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in Oban, Great Britain, so you can find the perfect accommodation while enjoying your coastal adventure.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.

1. Terok Nor double room B and B

Those who want to visit McCaig’s Tower should seriously consider booking at Terok Nor Double Room B and B, which is situated just behind the attraction. The offered bedroom can fit two people. The bathroom, which comes with a shower, is shared between two rooms. The rate is inclusive of a light breakfast. WiFi is available within the facilities. Those who will be traveling by car may be pleased to know that private parking is available here. Meanwhile, those who will be commuting to Oban can make arrangements with the B and B so that they can be fetched from the bus terminal, train station, or the port, as the case may be.

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31.83 km (19.8 mi) from Inveraray Jail
463 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in bed and breakfast 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great array of meats and cheese for breakfast
the built-in usb charging ports were a nice touch
and had a great breakfast spread
we were also provided with a fabulous breakfast spread that we really enjoyed
we received many local tipps and the breakfast was very good
Cleanliness:
room is spacious and clean with adjacent bathroom and breakfast room
very clean one of the best breakfasts we‘ve had staying at bnbs
the bnb is very clean and homely nicely decorated and has everything one might need
the house and the room were very clean
room was clean and options for breakfast were overwhelming but in a good way
Host:
the hospitality was lovely and friendly
billy is a wonderful host
billy was a wonderful host
billy is a great host and the story is a testament of his hospitality
billy is the perfect host
Location:
it is beautifully situated on a hill close to the forest
billy's place is perfect location when staying in oban
walking proximity to everything good as well as a generous breakfast
great location plenty of parking space
it really is the perfect location
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2. Single room in family home in Oban

Solo travelers can choose to stay over at the available room in a family home located in a residential section of Oban. The available bedroom comes with a single bed. The bathroom may be shared with other guests in the house. The rates are already inclusive of breakfast, which may include local fares such as Lorne sausage and Stornoway black pudding. Those who love cooking may like the fact that this accommodation allows them to use the kitchen if needed. Besides this part of the house, they also have access to the garden. Free WiFi and parking are available on site.

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Oban, Argyll, United Kingdom
31.43 km (19.6 mi) from Inveraray Jail
321 reviews  
Private room in house 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
special touches in room with coffee tea and treats
i was greeted with tea cake and shortbread and had a fabulous cooked breakfast in the morning
very good scottish breakfast and next morning
should definitely try the homemade jam during breakfast
the room is extremely comfortable
Cleanliness:
it was clean and fragrant and wonderful
quiet comfortable clean room and shared bathroom
it is beautifully decorated clean and comfortable
the house and facilities are scrupulously clean and tidy
clean comfortable accommodation with a warm welcome from the hosts
Host:
heather was a wonderful host
heather is a great host
heather was a great host
heather is a lovely host
heather was the perfect host
Location:
her place is lovely and located neatly only a 25 min walk away from the station
heather has a cute home just 20 min walk to town
the location was good for doing things in oban and catching the ferry to other points of interest
great hospitality as always and ideal location for oban centre a short walk away
with it being only a 7min/22min walk to the town centre/ferry terminal it’s the ideal location
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3. Attractive 3 bedroom Oban house (from USD 81)

Dubbed as Skerryvore, the house can be found in a residential area of Oban, a short walk away from the town center. As many as seven people can be accommodated in this three-bedroom home. Pets are also allowed on this property, perfect for those who love traveling with their furry companions. Guests can enjoy a view of the Glen Shellach from the lounge. Those traveling by car can park along the side of the driveway.

Oban, United Kingdom
30.98 km (19.3 mi) from Inveraray Jail
433 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire bungalow 4 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi was good and tv dvd player was also available
kids very happy with access to netflix and wi-fi
beds were comfy and living room was a great place to relax
comfortable well equipped house accurately described in the listing
we used all the rooms plus the sofa bed which the kids found comfortable
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and tidy
comfortable and very clean place to stay
very clean and she's very responsive
spacious clean well appointed
very clean and warm everything we needed
Host:
thanks to the host for providing a wonderful home
elaine is a very gracious host
elaine is a superb host
elaine was very quick to respond to my questions and super helpful
great place very helpful host couldn't have asked for a better place to accommodate our family of 5
Location:
great location for exploring the area
location is great for exploring oban
good location with a spacious apartment
great house in an easy location ideal for a family staying in oban
good instructions to find location and access to property
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4. Beautiful homely apartment in the heart of Oban (from USD 150)

The newly renovated apartment, found at the town center of Oban, can easily accommodate five people. It has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a spacious living area where guests can hang out to relax. This property comes with just about every appliance that you might need, including a microwave oven, a washer and dryer, and an iron with an ironing board. Towels are also provided for guest use.The rate is inclusive of breakfast. Fast WiFi is available on site.

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Oban, Scotland, United Kingdom
32.18 km (20.0 mi) from Inveraray Jail
528 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
nice kitchen with some breakfast cereals milk and coffee
lovely comfortable accommodation in the centre of oban
brilliant flat lovely well stocked kitchen great bed and the underfloor heating was nice touch
the bathroom and the kitchen are both spacious modern and very well equipped
kitchen is nice and fully equipped
Cleanliness:
immaculately clean and lovely touches such as children's toys
very warm clean and comfortable apartment
clean well stocked fridge and cupboards great flat
the apartment was spotlessly clean very comfortable
it was clean and very roomy for 3 people to stay
Host:
very nice and responsive host
easy check in and host responds quickly
great place to stay excellent host
mallory provided great tips for the area and was very responsive
mallory was very responsive check in was easy and the flat was even larger than i expected
Location:
good location and great value
great location right in the middle of town and with in walking distance to many things
great location in the centre of oban close to everything
location was great with a lot of restaurants nearby
very central and easy to find
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5. Beautiful luxury apartment in Oban town centre (from USD 208)

The apartment is a converted attic recently renovated to give it a modern look. The two-bedroom unit with two baths can accommodate as many as five people. Do note that this is found on the fourth floor of a property. Those who have difficulty walking up and down stairs may find staying here somewhat challenging. Fast WiFi is available on site. Breakfast amenities are available for guests’ use. Bedding and towels are also provided.

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Oban, Scotland, United Kingdom
31.87 km (19.8 mi) from Inveraray Jail
460 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
breakfast items were wonderful especially the lactose-free margarine and the decaf coffee as we have dietary restrictions
a wonderful apartment with plenty of elbow room for our family of 4
plenty of space and it was great to have 2 bathrooms as there were 5 of us
the views were pretty the beds were comfortable and there was plenty of fresh towels pillows and blankets
definitely not luxury as a description however i would boast it's 2 bathrooms for couples traveling together
Cleanliness:
the space was clean and inviting
it’s very clean and well decorated
modern clean with comfy beds and good showers
very stylish very clean and very comfortable
very clean and felt like home
Host:
host were very helpful
superb place very thoughtful host
mallory was a great host and was quick to respond to any questions
mallory is a fantastic host and very quick to respond to any questions
nice and cozy place responsive and kind hosts
Location:
great location to city center
good accommodation in central location & walking distance to many local restaurants
great location very nice flat
the apartment is very well located in oban centre close to station and ferry
a fantastic location and a superb apartment
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6. Private double room in Oban (from USD 66)

The available room for rent can fit two people. Barring the hosts’ bedroom, guests have shared access to the other parts of the apartment: the bathroom, kitchen, and living/dining area. A communal drying green at the back is also available for their use. Smokers may also use the balcony if needed. The apartment is within walking distance to the town center.

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Oban, Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
32.89 km (20.5 mi) from Inveraray Jail
213 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
appreciated extras like hair dryer iron and offer to print out tickets
the room is comfortably furnished and equipped with hairdryer ironing board and iron and even an umbrella
great room just outside of oban with views over to the islands off the coast
lovely room and amenities
room was very nice great tea coffee and breakfast was provided thanks again rhoda and craig
Cleanliness:
very clean and comfortable
super clean and comfy
bathroom was very clean
great clean and inviting apt
flat was clean tidy warm and comfortable
Host:
craig was a wonderful host
craig is great host
craig is a relaxed host and made me feel at home
craig and rhoda were friendly hosts
craig is a kind host and knowledgeable about the area
Location:
great location near the downtown area
fantastic place for a short stay close to oban
close to oban center enjoyed our stay
the short walk to oban centre was fine and the peacefulness was a big plus
a lovely room in a cute flat 20 min walk from the charming harbour of oban
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7. Elmbank Garden Apartment (from USD 121)

This one-bedroom apartment is just a five-minute walk away from the town center. It can fit two guests. They can use the amenities on the property, including a well-equipped kitchen and a deck for those who love dining outdoors. Free parking space is available for those who will be traveling by car.

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Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
32.35 km (20.1 mi) from Inveraray Jail
431 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great amenities with all you need comfortable and relaxing
the apartment is private with its own entrance and there's a lovely patio for guest use
a good amount of living space and a very comfortable bed
comfortable lots of heaters if you need them and good kitchen
the hot water was impressively slow in both the bathroom and kitchen
Cleanliness:
very clean & everything you need
clean apartment and easy parking
the apartment is very clean and convenient
extremely quiet sparkling clean and quite spacious
the apartment was very clean and cosy
Host:
the host is very responsive and flexible check in too
grigor has been very helpful and quick to respond to my questions via e mail
the host kindly provided some powder when i enquired if we needed to buy some
easy check-in/out with a non-intrusive host
grigor was very friendly and efficient and we were made to feel very welcome
Location:
good location walking distance to city centre
great location right in oban
great location in a residential neighborhood
great place well located in oban
nice location that’s a 15 minute walk into the heart of oban
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8. Entire flat above town center with stunning views

The one-bedroom apartment is directly below McCaig’s Tower and within short walking distance to the town proper. Guests are free to use the on-site amenities, including the fully equipped kitchen, an iron with ironing board, a hairdryer, a Windows 10 laptop, a radio that doubles as speakers, and the TV with a Blu-Ray DVD player. Beddings and towels are also provided to guests. Furthermore, guests are treated to a “Welcome Pack,” which includes coffee, bread, milk, and butter.

Oban, Scotland, United Kingdom
32.01 km (19.9 mi) from Inveraray Jail
506 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
thoughtful extras such as a full breakfast and bathroom amenities
lovely stylish place with breathtaking views from the living room window
beautiful views right from the living room spanning oban
beautiful apartment with a view of town and the harbor
had a lovely stay here- the apartment has amazing views across oban and to the tower
Cleanliness:
it was very clean and spacious
the apartment was very clean and had everything we needed
lovely clean and restful place
margot’s flat is super cosy extremely clean and nicely decorated
the flat is well furnished and very clean
Host:
so kind and helpful hosts
the hosts do a great job in communicating with you both before and during your stay
alex and margot were awesome hosts especially with my crazy last-minute travel schedule
margot and alex are such a great host and l highly recommend them to everyone
we don't see the owners but communication was really effective and couteous
Location:
a great location walked everywhere
perfect apartment in a perfect location
great location and beautiful flat
it is ideally situated close to the town
the best location for a stay in oban
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9. Entire seaside flat In central Oban (from USD 50)

Those who will be traveling to Oban by ferry or by train may want to stay on this property, which can comfortably house two people. It is just a short walk away from the station and the dock. It is also near the town center. Do note that you will need to climb upstairs to reach the one-bedroom apartment.

Argyll and Bute, Scotland, United Kingdom
32.0 km (19.9 mi) from Inveraray Jail
72 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
living room has an amazing couch and beautiful coffee table
a great apartment- spacious with a well equipped kitchen and lovely views
great views from the the adorable kitchen and it is stocked with all the comforts of home
we had a great stay at niall and wicky's apartment
ideal location if you are catching a ferry and lovely view from the kitchen window
Cleanliness:
great flat clean & tidy
place was clean and large
clean spacious well-equipped and quiet
very clean and loved the irn bru and snowballs
very clean and comfortable and very easy to access
Host:
they where flexible with the check in time and overall helpful
communication with hosts was pleasant
the communication with the host was great very fast and accommodating
lovely location accommodating facilities and communicative hosts
also vicky and niall have been very friendly and easy to communicate with
Location:
great location quiet space close to ferry terminal train parking and central oban
fantastic location for all mass transportation and getting around very walkable oban
great location and very nice inside
great location for the ferry and right in town
great spot close to the ferry and easy to walk to the restaurants
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10. Light double room in Oban (from USD 50)

This room for rent can accommodate two people. Guests can expect to share the bathroom with the hosts. They also can use the living room if they want to watch television or play a board game. The rate is already inclusive of breakfast. Guests are also provided towels by the hosts.

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Oban, United Kingdom
31.78 km (19.8 mi) from Inveraray Jail
114 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room has a great view of the hill side
the room was spotless and comfortable with a great view & plenty of amenities
the bed was very comfortable and the view from the window was beautiful
becky and ali’s apartment is very cute and comfortable with a lovely view of the hills
it is such a comfortable place - a bright and airy room with a view
Cleanliness:
it is clean and very well appointed
their place was very clean quite and comfortable
everything was clean the breakfast was tasty and we felt very comfortable
the house is nice and very clean it's homely
their house is perfeclty clean our room was really nice and comfortable the bathroom was spotless too
Host:
the hosts were really accommodating and friendly
thank you for being the perfect hosts
the hosts were very friendly and welcoming
ali has been a wonderful host
becky an ali were lovely hosts
Location:
check-in was easy and location is close to town
i would highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for a place to stay near oban
a short walk away from oban centre but very quiet so conducive to an excellent night's sleep
great location and very clean
there is a beautiful walk that is a short cut to go into the city center
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Comfy, cozy, and convenient

All the Airbnb vacation rentals in Oban, Great Britain featured in this list feature the three big Cs: comfort, coziness, and coziness. This is probably because these units all reflect the town itself – a homey one that invites guests to visit over and over again. Spend a relaxing holiday in the coastal town of Oban.

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