Elderslie Guest House
Soroba Road PA34 4SB, Oban PA34 4SB Scotland
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Elderslie Guest House is situated just on the outskirts of Oban. It is a quiet location with private parking. The local cycle track passes by and gives an alternative, traffic free route to town by foot (approx 15-20 minutes). All rooms have en suite facilities and hospitality tray. We offer a free Continental breakfast. There is free internet access and garden area to relax in.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Street parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
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Room features
Interconnected rooms available
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Charming
Languages Spoken
English
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Soroba Road PA34 4SB, Oban PA34 4SB Scotland
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Our time in Oban was one of the highlights of our travels in Scotland, and staying with Jacintha and Gerard at Elderslie Guest House helped make it so! We had that wonderful experience of feeling like guests and friends while staying with our caring, friendly, and engaging hosts, while breakfasts provided an opportunity to chat with other international visitors. Their home is situated in a lovely, quiet area of Oban that provided us easy walking access (one mile) to downtown, a short boat ride to the the island of Kerrera, and access to beautiful Dunollie Wood. We were so glad we stayed in Oban for three days and could return each evening to their welcoming home. Thank you, Jacintha and Gerard!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Jacintha Bennett, Owner at Elderslie Guest House
Responded 17 Jul 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
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This is our 2nd time of staying here but this time we took my mother in law and apart from not wanting to leave the stay was absolutely perfect. The couple who own and run Elderslie are amazing, always there if you need anything (which you never do because they have everything covered), the view from the property is gorgeous, 10 - 15 mins walk into the town centre is fabulous with scenery ❤️ would highly recommend anyone wanting to visit Oban to stay at Elderslie xx
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Jacintha Bennett, Owner at Elderslie Guest House
Responded 17 Jul 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you again and we look forward to seeing you again very soon.
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Excellent wee gem of a guesthouse. Every detail was covered from a hot water bottle (if needed) to packed lunch at 5am. Nothing too much trouble for the friendly and helpful owner. Will definitely return to this wonderful little place.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Jacintha Bennett, Owner at Elderslie Guest House
Responded 17 Jul 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again some time.
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A friend and I stayed for three nights. Rooms were lovely and warm, very well equipped with nice touches. Gerard and Jacintha could not have done more for us. Breakfast was superb and their knowledge of the area could not be faulted. They went above and beyond. Well worth a visit. Sarah and Tracey
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Stayed one night at Elderslie Guest House. Location is excellent off the road but not to far into town with great secure storage for my bike. Hosts were great bedroom was spotless and very comfortable. Lovely breakfast. Highly recommended
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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A very nice house with an attractive garden, wonderful people, and a decent breakfast. Couldn’t have asked for more, felt safe parking the bike up as it’s hidden off the main road slightly. Soft bed and good shower, all I needed on my way back down from the NC500.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Sometimes you love a stay somewhere because of the people you meet sometimes for the place itself. In this case it's a combination of both. A fine host in a beautiful house on an even better surrounding. The garden is magnificent, the room was fine.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed over night in the Elderslie Guest House in Oban on way up to Mull. Found it to be an exceptional bed and breakfast destination. The room was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The decoration and furnishings were all of a very high standard. The size of the room Was more of a suite size with a seating area to relax in with a cup of tea. Breakfast offered a good choice of continental items with choice of cereals, yoghurt and pastries. Looking forward to going back on return to home. Would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Jacintha Bennett, Owner at Elderslie Guest House
Responded 10 May 2022
Thank you so much for your review. We are very glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back soon,.
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Owners Jacintha and Gerard were friendly and welcoming, directed us where to park and showed us to the room, which was nicely decorated with everything you needed for a short break. Had a garden view which was lovely in the sunshine. Only a 20 min walk into town or slightly longer if you took the path down behind it to the ferry terminal but also had a bus stop nearby. It was great to just leave the car and be able to walk to the ferry for Mull and the Distillery, lots of good restaurants/bars in town. Continental breakfast had a good selection, all you need to start your day. Location was quiet, bed comfortable, would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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My stay at elderslie was better than i could wish for. The welcome I received from the family was so warm and welcoming. I was a solo traveler and I felt so comfortable and at ease. The rooms were gorgeous, fresh, clean and extremely comfortable. I stayed 3 nights in total either side of my trip to the Isle of Coll. The guest house has a lovely walking route right into Oban where you can see the sights, eat, drink and shop. The ferry was very convenient. jacintha and Gerard were kind enough to allow me to leave my car safely parked up while I was on the Isle of Coll for the week. The breakfast was spot on with a beautiful view while eating. Jacintha even kindly warmed up some food I had brought with me for my evening meal. Nothing was to much. I would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elderslie Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Elderslie Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Oban War & Peace Museum (1.1 miles), McCaig's Tower (1.1 miles), and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds (2.0 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Elderslie Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Elderslie Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Elderslie Guest House?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Elderslie Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Food from Argyll At the Pier, Coast Restaurant, and Kerrera Tea Garden & Bunkhouse.
Is Elderslie Guest House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.9 miles away from the centre of Oban.
Are there any historical sites close to Elderslie Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds (2.0 miles), Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel (3.8 miles), and Gylen Castle (3.5 miles).