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While the hostel does not have its own restaurant, the communal kitchen is well-equipped for guests to prepare their own meals. Additionally, Oban Youth Hostel is within walking distance of a variety of restaurants, cafes, and pubs, offering guests a chance to enjoy local Scottish cuisine. With its central location, guests can easily explore the town's vibrant food scene, known particularly for fresh seafood.
The location of Oban Youth Hostel provides easy access to the town's attractions and the surrounding areas. It is a short walk from the bustling harbour, Oban Distillery, and McCaig's Tower, a prominent local landmark offering stunning views over the town and the neighbouring islands. Oban is also known as the "Gateway to the Isles" with ferries leaving for the Hebrides, making day trips to islands such as Mull, Iona, and Staffa feasible. For those interested in outdoor activities, the nearby countryside offers a variety of trails for hiking and cycling. The location, affordability, and welcoming atmosphere of Oban Youth Hostel make it an excellent choice for travellers looking to explore this beautiful part of Scotland.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 21 feet / 6.4 metres above sea level
Ganavan Sands Beach
Near Oban - a sandy composition 1.3 miles away. A Sandy Beach looking out to Ganavan Bay located 2.3 miles north of Oban
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Garden
Outside Seating
Luggage Storage
Snack Bar
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Garden
Outside Seating
Luggage Storage
Snack Bar
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Golf
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Golf
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Oban Airport Ardchattan and Muckairn Argyll and Bute
PA37 1SW
4.5 miles Colonsay Airport
Colonsay and Oronsay Argyll and Bute
PA61 7YR
38.5 miles
Motorways
M8 Junction 31 49.4 miles M898 Junction
Erskine Bishopton Greenock
52.4 miles M898 Junction
52.5 miles
Railway Stations
Oban station code = OBN
PA34 4NU
0.6 miles Connel Ferry
station code = CON
PA37 1PB
4.4 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near Oban Youth Hostel
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Corran Halls -
PA34 5AB
NM 85712 30633
= valued.herb.glaze Hotels nearby. 3 minutes walk
PA34 5AB
NM 85712 30633
= valued.herb.glaze Hotels nearby.
A live entertainment, conference, and wedding venue just a short distance north of Oban town centre
0.2m / 0.3km -
Dunstaffnage Marina -
PA37 1PX
NM 88580 33805
= blotting.novels.nails Hotels nearby.
2.7m / 4.3km - 41 minutes walk
PA37 1PX
NM 88580 33805
= blotting.novels.nails Hotels nearby.
Oban War Memorial -
PA34 5AQ
NM 85244 30988
= clays.nooks.stun Hotels nearby.
0.2m / 0.3km - 3 minutes walk
PA34 5AQ
NM 85244 30988
= clays.nooks.stun Hotels nearby.
Dunstaffnage Castle And Chapel -
PA37 1PZ
NM 88335 34502
= pocketed.episode.swatting Hotels nearby.
2.9m / 4.7km - 44 minutes walk
PA37 1PZ
NM 88335 34502
= pocketed.episode.swatting Hotels nearby.
The Dog Stone -
PA34 5AQ
NM 85262 31135
= expressed.amplified.acrobatic Hotels nearby. 4 minutes walk
PA34 5AQ
NM 85262 31135
= expressed.amplified.acrobatic Hotels nearby.
A stricking near vertical rock, on land that was once a sea stack
0.3m / 0.5km -
Musdale Waterfalls -
PA34 4XX
NM 90722 24278
= mentioned.nightlife.popped Hotels nearby.
5.2m / 8.4km
PA34 4XX
NM 90722 24278
= mentioned.nightlife.popped Hotels nearby.
Mccaigs Tower And Battery Hill -
PA34 5DP
NM 86108 30226
= novel.speeds.contracts Hotels nearby. 8 minutes walk
PA34 5DP
NM 86108 30226
= novel.speeds.contracts Hotels nearby.
A large open tower with open arches all around , a fantastic scenic view point out to sea and distant mountains high above Oban
0.5m / 0.8km -
Glencruitten Golf Club -
PA34 4PU
NM 86694 29801
= beak.yesterday.brilliant Hotels nearby.
1m / 1.6km - 14 minutes walk
PA34 4PU
NM 86694 29801
= beak.yesterday.brilliant Hotels nearby.
Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal -
PA64 6WZ
NM 71861 37166
= thrashed.freezing.astounded Hotels nearby.
PA64 6WZ
NM 71861 37166
= thrashed.freezing.astounded Hotels nearby.
Ferry Service to Oban on the scottish Mainland
9.3m / 15km View more hotels nearby with distances
Oban Bay Hotel & Spa - Oban - 0.01
Lancaster Hotel - Oban - 0.03
No17 The Promenade - Oban - 0.08
Best Western Muthu Queens Hotel - Oban - 0.09
Glenburnie House - Oban - 0.09
Muthu Alexandra Hotel - Oban - 0.10
MacKays - Oban - 0.11
Corriemar House - Oban - 0.12
No.26 By The Sea - Oban - 0.14
Alltavona House - Oban - 0.15
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Hostel?
The Ganavan Sands Beach is 1.3 miles from this Hostel. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions