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Macgregors At The Whisky Vaults

Oban · United Kingdom

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9.0/10Excellent404 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition8.8/108.8
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Macgregors At The Whisky Vaults

MacGregor's at Whisky Vaults Hotel in Oban is a specialized boutique destination for spirits enthusiasts, set in a historic 1870s building.

The Rooms: The hotel offers 10 uniquely styled en-suite rooms, ranging from Cozy Doubles to Superior Kings. While the building lacks a lift, the rooms are modern and well-appointed with power showers and "grab-and-go" breakfast bags.

The Whisky Bar: Located on-site, the bar is a haven for collectors. It features hundreds of Scotch whiskies, including rare expressions from the local Oban Distillery and specialized "vault" selections.

Whisky Shows & Music: A core part of the experience is the interactive whisky shows and tastings (like the "Secret of Casks"). The venue is also a hub for live culture, hosting regular traditional Scottish music sessions and storytelling events.

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When you stay at The Whisky Vaults in Oban, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Oban Distillery and St. John's Cathedral. This inn is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from McCaig's Tower and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Oban Ferry Terminal.

Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.

The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Children not allowed Professional property host/manager Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day (164 ft away)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Oban Distillery 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
St. John's Cathedral 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
McCaig's Tower 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Oban Ferry Terminal 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Atlantis Leisure 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Oban War and Peace Museum 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Dunollie Wood 1 km / 0.6 mi
Glencruitten Golf Club 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Pulpit Hill 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Ganavan Sands 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds 2 km / 1.2 mi
Little Ganavan Beach 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Loch Linnhe 3.8 km / 2.3 mi
Carn Breugach 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel 6 km / 3.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • aparthotel
  • Key Collection
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Smoke detector
  • Terrace
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels and bed linen
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  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking area
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Macgregors At The Whisky Vaults

9.0
Excellent
404 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Jennifer
Very unique property close proximity to every thing. Chris the manager was very helpful and knowledgeable about whisky.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2026
Steve
It's a boutique hotel in an old building so access up the central stairway could prove an issue if you have a mobility issue. It has a popular bar for locals and traditional Scottish musicians play plus they do whisky tastings. I enjoyed staying there. Parking is straight forward in the council car park on Tweeddale Street right opposite the property. You can pay for your whole stay period on the app and it's very reasonable.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2026
scott
We had a great stay at the Whisky Vaults. I would say this was 60% due to the full property and 40% due to the hotel/room itself. Being in the Vaults was awesome. The location was great, the staff was outstanding, and the benefits of being within the community was the best. For instance we enjoyed the whisky tasting, and there was a gathering of local musicians who were playing together for several hours that was a great experience. The hotel room itself was a little small and not great for a tall traveler, but comfortable and clean. It had a small window overlooking the harbor that had a little view, but nice.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jun 2026
Min
The Whiskey Vault business runs a a bar restaurant plus a small hotel. The best of this accommodation is its convient town center location. The room we had is clean but space is really tight. When we arrived at around dinner time, the hotel receptionist was not there so we checked in with the staff at the bar. Actually we had no contact with the hotel receptionist during our two-night stay.

Better than anticipated, noise in late evening was non-issue for our stay during a weekend.

There is no on-site parking but there is a paid car park across the street at the rate £18 for 24 hours. It's convenient though the car park is poorly maintained.

Just be aware that the staircase to guestrooms is a narrow and steep spiral staircase. We relied on their staff to carry up our suitcases (two carry-on suitcases).
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jun 2026
Scott
The room and especially the shower were very small.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Jacqueline
If you love whisky or not this is the place to stay. The outside appearance does not do this accommodation justice. A very clean and comfortable room, if small ( we were in room 7). The staff were all extremely friendly and welcoming. The bar staff have excellent whisky knowledge. The bar food was also very good. We would definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Kim
Excellent service and stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Daniel
Cool quirky place with an awesome whisky bar we did the whisky tasting event. The host to the event was great Scottish story telling singing playing fiddle and guitar and tasting 5 great whiskies good fun. Cheers Dan and Kelly Canada
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Amy
No lift or mini fridge. It would be difficult for someone in poor physical condition to make it up the spiral staircase to the rooms. They were fine for us - even after a couple whiskeys! The room was very cute and clean. It was obvious upgrades had been made to the plumbing. Not perfect but very nice and we really enjoyed the restaurant/bar downstairs. Great entertainment and knowledge of whiskey. The only bar we went into that had Scottish music!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Sherry
Excellent location, anytime your have a great bar and your room is just upstairs…you can’t go wrong 😀 loved Oban, very welcoming and warm.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 May 2026
Kathryn
I enjoyed my stay. My room was tiny, and so was the bathroom, but everything was clean and comfortable. Shower had great water pressure. I thought the staff went the extra mile to be helpful, and to provide upgraded soaps and shampoo, coffee and tea, and a breakfast bag with water, pastry and an apple. Plus, you can eat and drink downstairs at MacGregors. I signed up for a whisky tasting which was really fun! Whisky, music and stories. Made for an enjoyable evening.
Self
8/10
Excellent
27 May 2026
Janette
All the staff we talked to were helpful and nice. In a good location for shops, bars and ferry. We found parking at Tweedle car park was much cheaper than the small one next to it. We just found our double standard bedroom extremely small and not big enough for 2 people staying for 4 nights. Man on duty did try to change rooms for us but none were free.
Partner
4/10
Poor
20 May 2026
Andrew
We are now back at home after our trip. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed with the Whisky Vaults but the most positive thing was that the bed was comfortable.
1. Staying for 2 days but the room was not serviced.
2. Breakfast, in a brown bag appeared on the first day only.
3. Thanks to Connor, who took an item of luggage upstairs. There was no lift and the back stairs were a challenge to my wife who is waiting for an ankle operation.
4. I would not be in a hurry to recommend the Whisky Vaults. Certainly not worth £366 for 2 nights.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2026
William
An interesting little place in the Heart of Oban. Not eclectic
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Melissa
The rooms are above the pub which make for a great time. The room and bathroom are nice and clean. The staff was really nice. Highly recommend!
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2026
Gillian
Whisky vaults has a great bar with live music, if we hadn’t been staying we would have missed a really good night. Room was clean with a comfy bed although the bathroom was very compact with very little room to manoeuvre. We had booked room only but were given a breakfast bag at check-in which was an unexpected surprise.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2026
Colm
No breakfast available onsite but found Julie’s Coffee Shop just up the road and it was great.
Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
Jonathan
Great bar and entertainment downstairs. Vibe was brilliant.

Rooms are a little small but workable. Messaging with venue didn’t work and was routed to other company’s.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2026
Duncan
The room was clean , the staff were friendly ,
Works as a good stop over room . No frills but clean .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Scott
Great location adjoining the whisky vaults pub and near the train station, ferry port, restaurants, bars and shops. Cute room, compact but well decorated. Bathroom small but had a good shower. Kettle, tea and coffee plus shortbread included and a grab bag with pains au chocolat, cereal bars, fruit and water for breakfast. No storage for suitcases on site if you are not travelling straight after checking out, but west coast motors office near by, which is very close to station and ferry port, stores luggage for a very reasonable price.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Apr 2026
Hayden
Decent hotel with a good location in Oban.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2026
Man Yee Selwin
Love their culture, amazing music live band in pub
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Andrew
With over 2 weeks in Scotland and staying 14 different places, I would recommend this property in Oban. It was centrally located, clean, and comfortable with large bed. The bathroom was small but very clean and I would not let this affect your decision unless you need a large bathroom. The breakfast bag was nice as well. Parking was cheap and on the road or across the street, but close. This place is around many restaurants and very close to Oban distillery. I really appreciate the cleanliness and convenience of this place if staying in Oban.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Mar 2026
Colin
Room was clean. Up some very steep stairs. Not the most comfortable of beds. Very small en-suite. Functional for a single night nothing longer.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Peter
Thanks for sticking around till late to check us in.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Margaret
Cozy rooms, atmospheric decor, friendly staff, and a convenient location just around the corner from Oban Distillery. The on-site beer (and whisky) garden is a great amenity, and bar staff are very knowledgeable about what they’re pouring.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Kathleen
It was very nice and cute! Loved the view! It was a tad cold in the room, but very clean and comfy!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
Jack
Staff were helpful and pleasant and room was very tidy with the breakfast bag a nice extra
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
David
Very welcoming staff.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
16 Dec 2025
Liam
Good room, central location.
Staff, Chris, was lovely.
Cracking cocktails.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Dec 2025
Keith
Nice little place , walking distance to town
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Dec 2025
James
Nice old building. The room was cozy and comfortable.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Dec 2025
Lisa
The pub downstairs had a great local atmosphere and the bartender was friendly, helpful and welcoming.
8/10
Excellent
06 Nov 2025
Margo
Room had everything that was needed. Very comfortable bed.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Sunil
Great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful . Breakfast bag was a nice touch .
Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
James
We had drove all day through the highlands in the rain.
We arrived and Chris booked us in.
Chris carried out luggage up three flights of stairs
However there was a glitch with the heat to our room after several trips and several tries we were immediately upgraded to a first floor suit
Chris and the team made our stay in Oban wonderful
I'm very grateful
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Oct 2025
wayne
Enjoyed our stay. Nice addition having a breakfast bag delivered every morning.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2025
Mark
Very nice place. Convenient to many things.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2025
Kati
Clean comfy room. The whiskey bar has a fun atmosphere and the staff is very knowledgeable
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
24 Sep 2025
Denise
We arrived early on the train and hoped that there would be a reception area to store our bags, but it wasn’t open until 3 pm check-in time. Bed was comfortable. Old rooms but clean.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
24 Sep 2025
Patricia
The room and areas were fine. The reception was poor. It would have been wonderful if someone would have been at reception or at the pub area to greet us when we arrived. And if we could have left our bags while seeing the town.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
22 Sep 2025
Elizabeth
Property is alright but they were inflexible about things like leaving baggage and being able to hang around after the very early checkout. Could have also been friendlier.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
Siri
Very nice, comfortable lodging and the bar was very friendly and well run.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
19 Sep 2025
Peggy

Scary stairs, no lift

Third floor, spiral staircase, no elevator. Pre-booking information should give these warnings. We are 72 and 83 years old and had to take those stairs very slowly, holding onto the rail with two hands, to be sure to avoid falling. Breakfast service comes in a paper bag outside the door at 7:30. Rooms are drab. No washcloth provided. The hotel is a block away from the main shopping and dining street, and that possibly justifies the rate, but I cannot recommend this property to weary travelers.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
18 Sep 2025
Clint
Very unique property, close to a diverse array of dining options. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms are a wee bit on the tiny side, with winding stairs to get to them, but the staff does offer to help with your bags. Most importantly, they were clean.The complimentary sack breakfasts left at our door were perfect. The bar area was neat and staff very friendly there as well. Parking wasn't easy to get to, but worked out fine.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Richard
Staff was very friendly and while there is no food on the property, there are many establishments within walking distance. They have a great bar downstairs and we had a great time hanging out and listening to the many local musicians who wandered in and played. One of the highlights of our trip!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2025
dave
Cute little old building. Very convenient to everything.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
09 Sep 2025
Diane
The staff was very friendly. But once we checked in, the front desk closed, and then we discovered the Wifi was down (they mentioned they had changed wifi recently) and the heat wouldn't turn on. The bartender helped us with the wifi by going into the office and connecting us to the business Wifi. Turned out the guest wifi was not accessible during our stay. Nothing could be done about the heat. It was cold and uncomfortable both nights. The bed was somewhat uncomfortable as the mattress was worn and saggy and the pillows were ridiculously flat. While I hate to say negative things because the staff was so nice, I would not recommend this hotel. It was overpriced for a small room without even the most basic of amenities like heat and reliable wifi available.

Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 Sep 2025
Arthur
We got a king bed
Third floor walk up
So choose wisely
Pub was awesome
Sunday evening local musicians gather
Bartender very knowledgeable
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2025
Bryce
Loved the location and being above the pub. The site clearly tells you there is no elevator, so for anyone to ding them for that needs to take some personal responsibilty for not reading well.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Sep 2025
Christine

Tiny rooms

Great location, tiniest of rooms and bathrooms.

I think if we actually had a king bed, it would be fine, but since double was the only choice on Hotels.com, I would recommend going directly or choose another hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2025
Andrew

Fabulous

Great service, Chris made sure we were very well looked after. Going out of his way to ensure our stay was faultless
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Sep 2025
Esther

A clean place to stay if only staying briefly

Clean but there was a smell in the stairwell
Breakfast was good, a yogurt, pastry, fruit and muesli bar. Parking was street parking and had to be paid.
Bathroom very small
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2025
Jamie

Little Gem

Great staff and location best nights sleep ive had in months
Business
6/10
Pleasant
24 Aug 2025
Michele
Sketchy Wi-Fi. Bathroom facilities were very tiny. The sink was smaller than one on an airplane.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Nicole
We love this day! The hotel was so cute and very convenient to walk around and explore the city. The parking was great and very easy to navigate. The bar was fantastic and would highly recommend people go there for a drink! Absolutely loved it.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2025
Marianne
Hard to find,not on main street, no restaurant, comfortable bed, good shower, parking just outside front door, had to carry luggage up stairs
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
10 Aug 2025
Walter
Ok
8/10
Excellent
02 Aug 2025
Patrick
Great spot; centrally located. Small but clean. Did the job I needed.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2025
Holly
The room was clean and comfortable. The bag with breakfast at our door in the morning was a nice touch.
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jul 2025
Angela

Oban dud.

Booked a 2 night stay in a super tiny room.

After the first night, we ended up finding another accommodation due to the size of the room and the fact that my husband couldn't sleep the first night.

I now wish I had paid more attention to the postage stamp sized room review I looked at before booking this room.

While clean and in a good location, beware of booking the super small rooms with a bathroom you'll be hitting your knees on the shower stall door when you use the restroom.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2025
Ian
In a great location in the centre of Oban, with most of the places you would want to visit within walking distance. There is a convenient car park across the street if you need it.

The building is old and full of character, which inevitably impacts on the accommodation - with some ingenious planning of the en-suite bathrooms, but this is more than made up for by the Scottish welcome from the knowledgeable staff.

Breakfasts are not included, but there is the offer a of a goodie-bag with pastry, drink and fruit, or plenty of places nearby.

A plus is the whisky bar with its huge selection of whisky and changing whiskies of the day, somewhere to relax in the evening.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2025
Anne
This was a cute little hotel. It was clean, but a little worn. It was conveniently located and had a pay parking lot less than a block away.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2025
Jane
Lovey charming old building, decorated really sympathetically to highlight its age and charm. Staff were friendly and helpful, room very comfortable slept well. Thank you for a lovely trip.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2025
Katherine
I stayed two nights at The Whisky Vaults, Friday and Saturday. I checked in a bit late (20:30) and was easily accommodated with my room key and information. There was a grab-and-go breakfast bag left outside my door each morning filled with yogurt, water, pastry, cereal bar, and fresh fruit.

My room had an electric kettle, tea, coffees, and hot chocolate as well as shampoo, shower gel, and a small bar soap. Everything was clean and cozy.

Being near to the beer garden, it was a bit noisy in the evenings but that is to be expected. It was a lively fun atmosphere with live music and wonderful staff.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2025
Helen
The Whisky Vaults is in a great location to explore Oban. Close to everything and clean and comfortable. Excellent water pressure in the shower too!! The bar is lovely with really friendly staff. Strongly recommend!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2025
PATRICIA

Nice stop for the night

There is no elevator and the stairs were a bit steep so beware that. The “wee pub” next to the larger pub is marvelous with a nice wood stove. We thoroughly enjoyed a quiet pint in the wee pub. Bed was comfortable and bathroom had a nice soaking tub. Easy to walk to local sights.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2025
Kelly
Great place to stay in Oban. The Whisky Bar is great.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2025
MARTIN
Good location and friendly staff. Very nice pub on site. Room was a postage stamp. Not recommended for 2 people. Shower/bathroom is so small, you need dry off in the actual room.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Susan
Great location, clean room, friendly and helpful staff. I’ll stay there again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
ALFRED JOSEPH
Second stay at The Whisky Vaults.
Clean and cozy and great location!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2025
Doug
Nice clean room in a great location just off the main street in Oban. Staff were very helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2025
Sarah
Really good experience. Close to car park. Friendly staff . Good bed. Definitely would use again
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jun 2025
CLARA
It was clean but very, very small. I mean tiny. There’s no place to lounge in the morning since the small seating area by the bar is closed.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2025
Ian D
Quirky but neat place not for mobility challenged. Great access for walking in town and to restaurants, train and ferry.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2025
Alexander
Great location and amazing staff. Just be prepared to park offsite and carry luggage up stairs. Other than that, the place had an amazing location and we had zero issues with sounds being right above a pub.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2025
Diane
Our experience was fabulous from beginning to end. We were able to check in on arrival, and the staff always offer to carry your bags. Property is in a perfect location and we adored the town. Parking is not free but it is reasonably priced and very convenient with the lot being across the street. Wonderful staff! Thank you so much!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2025
Robert
Our party included two couples in separate rooms. One room was comfortably sized, the other rather small including the bathroom space. Condition was good for an older property.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
WYN

Central location convenient for ferries and town c

Great location and excellent whisky bar.
Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2025
Keri

Not for disabled or elderly

Not for the faint of heart. Narrow circular stairway up three stories. Even small luggage is difficult.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2025
Elizabeth
The Whisky Vaults is a good choice for accommodations in Oban. It is convenient to restaurants, trains and ferries. Rooms are cozy and beds are comfortable. The building is historic and interesting. The staff is friendly and helpful. Totally charming overall. (Note no elevator but staff will help with luggage.)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2025
LETITIA

Comfortable, central, rooms above pub

We enjoyed our stay here in Oban. The room was very comfortable with a modern bathroom and furnishings. The owners and staff were very friendly and helpful. It was a treat to have a pub downstairs with 150 bottles of whisky to sample!! The rooms are steps away from train/ bus/ ferry and restaurants. We would highly recommend the Vaults.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2025
Audra
Everyone was most accommodating and went out of their way to assist. The nicest touch was the to go breakfast bag placed outside each guests’s door. Would gladly stay there again. It didn’t hurt that Oban is an absolutely beautiful seaside town!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2025
Stephanie

Two nights at the Vaults

Check in was very quick and efficient - I was given a hand up to my room with my bags (& when I checked out as my knees aren’t the best!) - the staircase is gorgeous but there are no lifts for those with significant mobility issues.
The room and bathroom were super clean and comfy. Although there was no cooked breakfast around 7:30 there was a little bag with fruit, water, yoghurt and a pastry delivered to the door which was a really nice touch.
Was really quiet in the local area - didn’t hear any noise from the rooms or the bar below. Parking was easy in the car park across the street and cost about £13 for 48hrs (ish).
My room was ideal for solo trips but know the others are larger to accommodate for couples etc.
Central location with several cafes, bars and restaurants within walking distance as well as the train station. Have been visiting Oban for years and will certainly be coming back to the Whisky Vaults if I they have space for me!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2025
Laura
Great property. Room is large and a true king sized bed!! Love it. High ceilings and whiskey right downstairs. Easy to walk to food and shopping and easy check in.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2025
Campbell

Great wee hotel full of character and history

Friendly welcoming staff.
Small clean and friendly hotel close to the centre of Oban and all amenities.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
David
An absolute gem, just can’t say enough good things about the hospitality here. The gentleman was so nice and helpful at checkin and throughout our stay. He called to make us dinner reservations, helped get the luggage in and helped us park. Room was quiet, clean and comfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Mohi
Really enjoyed our stay here. It's right in the middle of the main shopping and dining area, and was the perfect location for us. The rooms are clean and comfy, and the staff is very helpful. They don't do breakfast, but give each guest a little goodie bag each morning. The pub downstairs is lively and fun, but not too loud.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2024
Monty
Excellent little hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2024
Wilma
Room was nicely furnished and bathroom small but nice fixtures.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2024
Ann
Lovely place, quiet and a good size for me with en-suite bathroom. There is an attached pub and beer garden area and a small pub with a stove too. Staff checking us in and pub staff were friendly, helped us order in food and owner told a bit about the renovations and history which hooked me.
Only drawback is there is no shared space, waiting or sitting area and no lift. I was glad we booked there and had only one flight to walk!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Lisa
Warm friendly staff. Great central location. Facility was clean and comfortable. Bedrooms are accessed by spiral staircase only. This was not an issue for us personally, but could be a challenge if you have mobility issues.
8/10
Excellent
25 Sep 2024
William
We stayed on top floor and both banged our heads on the angled wall/ceiling at least once. Also, the stairs were very steep so beware.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Sep 2024
Verified traveler
The staff and owners could not be nicer. We were in room 9 top floor, no lift, winding tight Harry Potter narrow staircase 3 flights up. Old reclaimed building and a passion project for owners. Floors slanted, sloped ceiling, creaking stairs. All part of being old but if you’re looking for decor and a bit of modern comforts, maybe keep looking. This is more of an experience. Wish them all the best. Best part is how friendly front desk staff was and bar downstairs.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
Kim
Great stay for 2 days. Room was clean and very comfortable with view of harbour. Whisky Vault Bar was a wonderful added bonus.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
James
Fantastic little hotel in walking distance to everything in Oban. Street parking right in front of the hotel was available, and the hotels bar had 350 very interesting bottles of Scotch, and a very friendly and knowledgeable bartender. If I come back to Oban, I am booking here again for sure.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Mark

Canadians like Whisky Vault

Great, authentic pub/inn. Very \"rustic\" but comfortable.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2024
Jeff
Thanks for having us! Big thumbs up for your hospitality!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2024
Beverley
Great location in Oban - a beautiful traditional Scottish coastal city. Only caution for this hotel - you must access your room via a spiral staircase, which is difficult if one has mobility issues. Otherwise, excellent hotel. Nice continental breakfast outside room in the am. Adjacent to a FABULOUS bar to sample whiskies from near and far with patient and fun bartenders to guide your tasting experience. We would certainly stay here again!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Aug 2024
Anna
Convenient charming hotel in the heart of Oban
Leisure Partner

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Macgregors At The Whisky Vaults
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