The good: central location, bigger room than expected, comphy bed, great value compared to other Oban guest houses, WONDERFUL hostess, great breakfast The bad: I can only come up with little nit picky things here... overall, this place was great, near perfect (but I have been spoiled by completely perfect B&Bs in Scotland). So, here are the cons: - While... More

My partner and I stayed here in July 2012. The host, Morven was lovely; she was very helpful, welcoming and kind. The breakfasts were good too. The establishment was clean and tidy and the bed was comfortable. However, the room we stayed in felt a little dated. The bathroom was tiny and the plastic tile effect reminded me more of... More

I could tell before I arrived that I would enjoy my stay here. Morven was helpful and friendly from the moment I phoned to book. My bus arrived in Oban earlier than normal check-in time but this wasn't a problem for her. Hawthornbank is conveniently located, minutes from the main street and sea front. My room, on the ground floor,... More

I have returned from staying six nights in the Hawthornbank. This was one of my best vacations. The Trip Advisor reviews led to high expectations, and everything was more than hoped for. Room 8 gave a view of the harbor through roof windows; a window in the back showed the bowling green. Room size was fine, and there were two... More

Oban was our first port of call after a long flight from Australia. How wonderful it was to be greeted so warmly by Morven. Our room was pretty and quiet, the bed comfortable, and the breakfasts delicious (thank you Robert). The house has a lovely view over the bay and it is a quick and easy walk into the town... More

Oban its one of the most beautiful places to go in your trip through Scotland. We spent only one night but if we had known how nice Hawthornbank is with sure we would have booked at least two nights. Perfect located, one of the most incredible views we have ever seen in a room, you can park the car and... More

What a pleasure it was to have such a wonderful place to stay for 2 nights in at Oban. It was in a perfect position for views and walking to town and the pier without having to take the car. The room was comfortable and clean, Morven was a marvellous hostess and when we had to leave early the second... More

Lovely, homely B&B. Nice room, good breakfast, view over bay of Oban. Morven a welcoming landlady. Parking spaces to rear off back lane. 2 minute stroll from town centre. Would stay here again if in the area.

My husband and I recently stayed for 1 week at the Hawthornbank guest house, where we both had a wonderful time in truly lovely surroundings. We highly recommend the Regency room as it is very tastefully decorated and has a welcoming atmosphere. The views over Oban bay are also excellent from this room. Morven was very attentive and friendly and... More