Balvicar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Perle Oban Hotel & Spa
Excellent Location, just mins walk from the railway station and pier.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Great Western Hotel
Our stay here was below the standard I would have expected for the price. On the positive side, the location was good and very convenient for getting around. Breakfast was acceptable, with a reasonable selection, and the staff in the breakfast area were friendly and welcoming. However, the overall ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Corran House Guest House & Hostel
Great value for the price. Nice staff, great location & very clean room with comfortable beds & lovely view of the sea. Kitchen had everything we needed. Will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Ranald Apartments
We loved everything about this apartment, in a quiet buy super close to the harbor, 8 minutes walk, beautiful clean apartment with everything needed, fairly new and very modern. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

The Cabins, Loch Awe
Beautiful cabin in a beautiful area. We enjoyed our stay here and the ability to explore the area.
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Tirlaggan Studio
An amazing property to get away from it all, peaceful and just right for enjoying nature. Clean, modern and no complaints.
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Popular places to visit

Oban Distillery
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.

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

Connel Bridge
You can learn about the history of Oban when you stop by Connel Bridge. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel
Trace the rich and colorful history of this ruined 13th-century fortress, the site of heroic battles, royal residences and political imprisonments.

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

McCaig's Tower
See the views across Oban Bay to the Atlantic Islands from the platform of Oban’s most unusual landmark.
Things to do

Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles from Glasgow











