Balvicar
Travel Guide
Visit Balvicar

The Great Western Hotel
"Grand old hotel in need of major renovation, aged and in poor condition. Bar staff was not interested in serving and quite rude in stating that only those residents who had reserved tables would be accompanied for an evening meal. Rom had sloping floor in bathroom and toilet fixed at an angle to ..."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Perle Oban Hotel & Spa
"Great location, well kept, and the help was excellent."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

The Royal Hotel
"A good location to train and ferry. Not a hotel with a view however. Comfortable though small room. Good breakfast."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 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 May 6, 2026

Portsonachan Hotel

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

Oban Distillery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Oban Distillery in 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 with a trip to Connel Bridge. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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

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

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.
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