The Kelvin hotel Oban is a gem of a find. It is a small, privately owned hotel ideally situated for Obans transport links. It is freshly decorated, with a relaxing atmosphere throughout which is in keeping with the style and age of the property. Our room was spotlessly clean and well appointed with nothing broken or damaged. The bar opens into a relaxing sitting area with large windows giving views across the harbour to Kererra and beyond. The breakfasting room is bright and welcoming with similar views, simple but adequately appointed and offers a continental breakfast. The coffee machine is good! Its clear that Sheena takes pride in her hotel, which puts some larger better known business to shame.

For the sake of objectivity, I found the room slightly too warm and the fridge running annoyed me, until I switched it off. But that probably says more about me that it being a fault of the hotel.

The Kelvin is a comfy, old-fashioned "small hotel" in a superb location, extremely convenient to the ferry terminal, the ScotRail station, and many of the best restaurants in Oban. The staff, presided over by director Sheena, is a pure delight--kind, accommodating, funny. Sheena likes to hire excellent, promising young people from around the world, and provides them with kind, good leadership. I took my carryon through the front doors to find that Reception / Registration was at the bar in the wee, very cozy pub just inside the entrance to the right, and things only got better from there. My rooms (I stayed here twice, before and after a 2-day ferry trip to the Isles of Mull and Iona) were pleasant and immaculately clean. As the ferry port and rail station are to the front of the hotel (though some distance away), and the street in front is major-ish, there is some traffic noise during the daytime, but I found the rooms quiet and restful at night. There is a shade and a thick curtain in each, and the room can be made very dark. The beds were comfortable. There's plenty of hot water and the showers were good; good toiletries provided, and the usual excellent British panoply of electric hot-pot, tea and instant coffee, milk and sugar, and a small treat or two. The ferry-pier area contains some excellent restaurants at a range of prices--make reservations for the better ones! To get there, go out the Kelvin's door and right down the street, and loop around the Bank of Scotland and then to your left. The seafood is (of course) spectacular. Limited parking on street (free at night) or much more at a lot just across from the hotel (£7.50/day). I'd love to return to the Kelvin, and recommend it heartily. It is not a modern, luxurious, super-hotel, but it has far more character, and comfort, comfort, comfort. Also an excellent location if you're ferrying west.

I couldn't stay longer.

First time staying at this hotel in Oban and won't be the last. Had double room booked but ended up in a beautiful studio flat which was spotlessly clean and lovely decorated plenty room and breakfast bar with bar stools was a bonus looking out at the ferries coming in and out. Room had walk in shower, microwave, toaster, fridge and dishwasher all cutlery plates and glasses as well as cleaning products supplied. Large smart tv also .Room cleaned daily. Staff very friendly and helpful. There is a bar but we didn't use this and you can get a continental breakfast as well but didn't use this either. Central location and across from train station and ferry terminal. Hotel was busy but couldn't hear noise from guests in other rooms. Would recommend. And look forward to staying again.

Nothing to complain about at all.

The room was spotless. The room we stayed in was a studio with a small kitchen. The kitchen has a kettle, toaster, microwave and dish washer. The bed was very comfortable and the room was quiet. The breakfast was a continental but we were going out for breakfast so can't comment on that. The staff were pleasant and helpful. The young guy stopped what he was doing and checked us in early .

The staff were lovely, I spoke to a wonderful lady during check in who was very knowledgeable about car parking in the area, and very cheerful and friendly, going the extra mile, offering to help with our bags etc. The location is fantastic for the ferry - we went to Mull, as foot passengers, and it was literally a couple of minutes walk to the departure lounge from our hotel room. The train station was equally as close. Would 100% return.

Genuinely can't fault this hotel, everything was perfect.

Great location overlooking the ferry port and close to the train station. Beds were super comfy and rooms were clean. the hotel was quiet. The shower was lovely and hot. There is a small bar area with tables and board games although we didn't use it. In the morning you can order a continental breakfast the night before but if you want a cooked breakfast then there's plenty of options to eat a few minutes walk away.The staff were really nice as well. There was an area to leave luggage when we checked out which was great as it gave us time to have a wander.

There's nothing negative to say about this hotel.

The rooms and the hotel were charming, breakfast was delicious with varied offerings of fresh bread, fruit, and cheese. Beds were very comfortable and the rooms were immaculate. The hostess was very welcoming and hospitable. The location can’t be beat for proximity to the shops, the distillery, the restaurants, train, bus and ferry services. We greatly enjoyed our three-night stay! Highly recommend!

The location was really close to all the amenities but not right in the centre,room was just what I needed,size wise,plenty big enough for 2,we didn't see anybody in the hotel but I'd previously spoken with the owners to say I was going to be slightly late,which wasn't a problem,so I knew if there had have been any problems they were easy to contact,very nice place to stay,would definitely do so again

There was nothing I didn't like

The room was pretty spacious. The kitchen area had a large counter and was reasonably appointed with kitchen ware (could use a wine/bottle opener). The location is across from the ferry dock which is a bit noisy when the ferry arrives and leaves (but not overly loud) and the last ferry leaves about 9 PM. The location is very convenient to the bus stops, train station and ferry dock as well as the central area of Oban. For the price the breakfast was good. Overall a pleasant experience.

very friendly and hearty staff, located near the ferry terminal with its unique atmosphere (you may sometimes hear the announcements which gives you the impression to be on a boat yourself), the staff will also give you information where to go to get a good breakfast and so on which is helpful, everything is near (train station etc.).

Depending where your room lies you can hear the street (and the cars coming from the ferry) - instead of other fancy stuff it would have been my preference if the windows would have been done (heating out & noises), depending the weather/season you might feel cold, ask for a blanket - no noise in the night from the street although after 11 p.m.