Centrally located in Oban, the Failte Bed and Breakfast offers free WiFi access throughout and free onsite parking. Oban Ferry Terminal is just 15 minutes’ walk away. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, a work desk, and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Oban Railway Station is only 8 minutes’ stroll from the Failte Bed and Breakfast. On the West Coast of Scotland, the resort town of Oban is home to numerous seafood restaurants, along with lively pubs and several micro-breweries.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Oban, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Oban
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rooms were a good size and view from room was great. Accommodation very clean. Staff very helpful, couldn't do enough for us. Breakfast lovely.
  • D
    Donald
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent guesthouse very clean & breakfast was exceptionally tasty.. owner was very helpful with directions to town and where best to eat 5star for me👌
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very attentive host and excellent breakfast with lots of fresh fruit. Free parking on the street
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Thomas Miehe

Company review score: 9.8Based on 126 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are Thomas - German born in Namibia, lived in Namibia, South Africa and Germany and Isabel- Portuguese born in South Africa and lived in South Africa, Germany and Namibia. We have been living in Scotland for over twelve years and love Oban

Property information

The name Fàilte stands for welcome in Gaelic and that is what we want you - our guest to feel when you stay with us. Fàilte is a delightful Victorian Villa in an elevated location on Oban Hill. We are a short distance from the ferry terminal, bus station, train station and Oban' landmark - Mcaigs Tower. We offer a high standard of accommodation and breakfast We also have some great original Artwork by Pascal Miehe - our son and Isabel

Neighbourhood information

Oban is a small town on the western coast of Scotland. Just about everything is in walking distance - restaurants, pubs, cafe's and all public transport. Oban is also called the gateway to the islands.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,German,English,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Failte Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • Portuguese

House rules

Failte Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 7 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Failte Bed & Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Failte Bed & Breakfast

  • Guests staying at Failte Bed & Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go

  • Failte Bed & Breakfast is 450 yards from the centre of Oban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Failte Bed & Breakfast is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Failte Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Temporary art galleries

  • The prices at Failte Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Failte Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Suite