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A hot tub on a wooden deck with stone walls and a glass door leading to an interior with wicker furniture.

A grand room with a large chandelier, ornate wooden paneling, and a large window with stained glass.

A large, historic mansion with multiple towers and a well-maintained garden, surrounded by a mountainous landscape.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a large window with a view of trees, and a comfortable seating area.

1. Glencruitten House

2.2 km from St. John's Cathedral

Yana

฿15,168

฿18,201 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, high stools, and a brick wall backdrop.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a radiator, and a skylight.

A modern lounge area with grey upholstered armchairs, a round coffee table, and a wooden floor.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with chairs.

2. The Scot

< 0.1 km from St. John's Cathedral

Caroline

฿6,410

฿7,692 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and carpeted steps.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a wicker chair.

A stone building with a sign indicating en-suite rooms and no vacancies.

3. Dunarle Guesthouse

0.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Tim

฿2,610

฿3,132 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A dining table with a variety of desserts, a bottle of champagne, and a menu.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a window with curtains, a chair, and a view of the outside.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a bench, and a bed with a headboard.

A narrow waterway with buildings on either side, including a building with a visible sign.

4. The Ranald Hotel

0.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

ROSEMARY K.

฿5,284

฿6,341 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A dining table with a view of a harbor, a vase with flowers, and a chair.

A reception area with a marble floor, a reception desk, a potted plant, and a television screen.

A hotel with a traditional facade and a modern illuminated sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a small table.

5. Muthu Oban Regent Hotel

< 0.1 km from St. John's Cathedral

James

฿6,020

฿7,224 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A grand staircase with ornate railings and a view of a shop through the windows.

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, double doors, and a doormat.

A building with a sign for 'Strathmore Hotels Lounge Bar @ The Royal'. There are steps leading to the entrance, a small potted plant on the steps, and a chair and table outside.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, chandeliers, a staircase, and a doormat with the hotel name.

6. The Royal Hotel

0.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

Davina

฿4,693

฿5,632 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A well-lit outdoor seating area with wooden benches and chairs, large windows, and a view of the cityscape at night.

A spacious indoor seating area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the sea and distant hills.

A spacious lounge area with a large table and chairs, large windows offering a view of a body of water and distant hills.

A cozy room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with tea set, and a view of the sea through large windows.

7. Oban Bay Hotel

0.6 km from St. John's Cathedral

John Paul

฿7,204

฿8,645 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a vase with flowers, and a chair with a yellow towel.

A bedroom with a bed, white curtains, and a view of a body of water and distant land.

A fireplace with a decorative mantle and a metal screen door.

A historic stone building with a round tower, surrounded by traditional houses and lush greenery.

8. The Palace Hotel

0.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Mark

฿4,701

฿5,641 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A hotel room with large windows offering a view of a harbor, including boats and a cityscape.

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and buildings in the background.

A room with a view of a lake, featuring a table with a bottle and glasses, and two chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, two chairs, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and large windows with a view of the water.

9. The Great Western Hotel

0.2 km from St. John's Cathedral

Norma

฿2,976

฿3,571 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A room with two leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a hairdryer, and a view of the sea through a window.

A room with a large bay window, a plaid carpet, and leather furniture.

A dining table with two wine glasses, a vase with dried plants, and a statue of a woman.

10. Muthu Queens Hotel

0.7 km from St. John's Cathedral

Craig

฿6,240

฿7,489 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A historic stone building with multiple stories, a prominent entrance with a glass facade, and a flagpole with a flag.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a body of water, a blue sofa, two matching chairs, and a small table with a vase.

A building with large windows and a balcony, surrounded by potted plants and a metal fence.

A room with a large window, a blue sofa, two armchairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

11. Muthu Alexandra Hotel

0.4 km from St. John's Cathedral

June

฿4,522

฿5,426 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A patio with two red cushioned chairs and a small table, overlooking a lake with mountains in the distance.

A room with a bay window overlooking a body of water, a small table with a plant, and two chairs.

A sunset over a body of water with a pathway leading to the water's edge.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a fireplace, and a window.

12. Ronebhal B&B

6.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Lisa

฿4,816

฿5,779 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a bathtub, and a view of trees through the window.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, white sofas, and a view of the sea.

A modern dining area with a glass table surrounded by metallic candle holders and a view of a lake and mountains through large windows.

A modern two-story house with a deck, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and dense trees.

13. Ardtorna

13.2 km from St. John's Cathedral

Jessica

฿7,061

฿8,473 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A large, castle-like building with multiple towers and a reflective pond in front.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and tables set for a meal, overlooking a lake and mountains.

A restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the water.

A golf course with a sand bunker, a flag, and a lake in the background.

14. Isle of Eriska Hotel and Spa

13.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

Tim

฿20,786

฿24,943 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A building with outdoor seating and umbrellas, surrounded by flowering plants.

A large, white building with multiple windows and a covered entrance area, likely a hotel or similar accommodation.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A bar with various bottles of alcohol and glasses on the counter.

15. The Airds Hotel & Restaurant

15.9 km from St. John's Cathedral

Pamela

฿7,810

฿9,372 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the water.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a view of a body of water.

A rustic interior with wooden benches and a stone wall.

A room with large windows, a view of a parking area, and a wooden table.

16. Oyster Inn

6.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

Michael

฿4,456

฿5,347 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A swimming pool with clear water, large windows, and a view of a natural landscape with mountains and vegetation.

A table with a croissant, a cup of coffee, and a water bottle, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bed with a headboard, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

A coastal landscape with a grassy foreground, a rocky outcrop, and the sea in the background.

17. The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa

16.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Dylan

฿6,151

฿7,381 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern, single-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

A cozy lounge area with leather armchairs, a small table with glasses, a fireplace, and stone walls.

A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a scenic landscape.

18. Brander Lodge Hotel

14.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

John

฿4,358

฿5,229 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit and two Adirondack chairs facing a calm lake at sunset.

A house with a gravel driveway, a small garden, and a view of a lake.

A lakeside lodge with multiple buildings, a parking area, and a well-maintained lawn.

A room with a desk, two chairs, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

19. Taychreggan, Signature Collection by Eight Continents

18.9 km from St. John's Cathedral

Anthony

฿4,966

฿5,960 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rustic kitchen with wooden beams, a stove, and various kitchen utensils.

A cozy cabin interior with a wood-burning stove, a cushioned chair, and a small table.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a fruit basket, and a mirror.

20. The Cottage In The Woods

12.4 km from St. John's Cathedral

"Undoubtedly the most magical place we’ve ever stayed, words and pictures just can’t do The Little Cottage in the Woods justice. Every corner of the cottage and gardens reveal more delightful touches! We were sorry to have to leave so soon and wish we could have stayed longer. Even gypsy, the resident German Shepherd, provided a warm welcome to both the kids and dogs! Lynne and Jeff were the perfect hosts - friendly and helpful without being imposing. We felt like we were leaving old friends at...

Lisa

฿25,813

฿30,975 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to St. John's Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Glencruitten House	10.0 Exceptional 33 reviews	View
The Scot	9.2 Wonderful 696 reviews	View
Dunarle Guesthouse	8.2 Very good 90 reviews	View
The Ranald Hotel	8.2 Very good 371 reviews	View
Muthu Oban Regent Hotel	8.0 Very good 247 reviews	View

Top St. John's Cathedral Hotel Reviews

The Scot

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. Parking was very convenient. The bed was a full king size bed."

The Whisky Vaults

8/10 Good

"Clean room, bar downstairs."

The Great Western Hotel

8/10 Good

"The photos did not match the room we got! The staff were great. The location was perfect. The room… a bit scary; in desperate need of a renovation. Maybe some rooms look like the advertising but our certainly did NOT!"

Premier Inn Oban

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay at the Premier Inn in Oban. The location was great with good walkability to the distillery. Breakfast was good and there was plenty of parking."

Hamilton house guest house

8/10 Good

"A good basic room close to downtown Oban and the waterfront. ALmost no contact with the owner/manager beyond being let in and given a key. Pretty small room but nice few of the waterfront."

Corran House Guest House & Hostel

8/10 Good

"Clean room and good location for walking into the city center. Would recommend."

Perle Oban Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"It was fine. Desk staff not so helpful."

The Kelvin Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"good"

Muthu Oban Regent Hotel

8/10 Good

"It’s clean but looks old. Overall I think it’s not easy to find parking space. You could get street parking but depends on your luck. I wait for a short while to get a parking space. The quality of breakfast is so far so good while you can enjoy a good view in breakfast. It’s still nice"

Other attractions near St. John's Cathedral

Oban Distillery

9.0/10 (353 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Oban Distillery during your trip to Oban. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A stone arch bridge, lush greenery, and vibrant pink flowers.

McCaig's Tower

8.8/10 (364 reviews)

See the views across Oban Bay to the Atlantic Islands from the platform of Oban’s most unusual landmark.

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A museum exhibit with historical military uniforms, documents, and memorabilia.

Oban War and Peace Museum

8.8/10 (60 reviews)

Discover the history of Oban and its military involvement at this compact yet compelling little museum.

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A calm lake with a sandy beach and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Ganavan Sands

8.6/10 (115 reviews)

Spend a few hours wading, strolling or building sandcastles at this lovely Blue Flag beach.

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Atlantis Leisure

9.0/10 (13 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Atlantis Leisure during your stay in Oban. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Pulpit Hill

9.4/10 (24 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Oban when you spend time at Pulpit Hill. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Glencruitten Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Oban at Glencruitten Golf Club. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds

8.6/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds during your travels in Oban. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. John's Cathedral?

St. John's Cathedral is located in a welcoming area of Oban known for its beautiful ocean views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 184 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to St. John's Cathedral?

Adjacent to St. John's Cathedral, The Royal Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options close by include The Great Western Hotel and Perle Oban Hotel & Spa.

How many hotels will I be able to find near St. John's Cathedral?

Expedia has 184 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from St. John's Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. John's Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near St. John's Cathedral.

What can I see and do near St. John's Cathedral?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Oban War and Peace Museum and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds. McCaig's Tower, Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel and Connel Bridge are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Ganavan Sands, Loch Nell and Carn Breugach.

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Our top choices for St. John's Cathedral hotels

1. Glencruitten House

2. The Scot

3. Dunarle Guesthouse

4. The Ranald Hotel

5. Muthu Oban Regent Hotel

6. The Royal Hotel

7. Oban Bay Hotel

8. The Palace Hotel

9. The Great Western Hotel

10. Muthu Queens Hotel

11. Muthu Alexandra Hotel

12. Ronebhal B&B

13. Ardtorna

14. Isle of Eriska Hotel and Spa

15. The Airds Hotel & Restaurant

16. Oyster Inn

17. The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa

18. Brander Lodge Hotel

19. Taychreggan, Signature Collection by Eight Continents

20. The Cottage In The Woods

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Top St. John's Cathedral Hotel Reviews

The Scot

The Whisky Vaults

The Great Western Hotel

Premier Inn Oban

Hamilton house guest house

Corran House Guest House & Hostel

Perle Oban Hotel & Spa

The Kelvin Hotel

Muthu Oban Regent Hotel

Other attractions near St. John's Cathedral

Oban Distillery

McCaig's Tower

Oban War and Peace Museum

Ganavan Sands

Atlantis Leisure

Pulpit Hill

Glencruitten Golf Club

Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds

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