Columba Hotel (Oban, United Kingdom)

Victorian seaside hotel Columba Hotel in Oban is located directly on the North Pier and is a great base for exploring the Western Highlands. 49 classically furnished rooms, some with hill or sea views, feature flat screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and coffee and tea making facilities. En suite bathrooms include toiletries, and family rooms are available. Lifts connect all floors in this non-smoking hotel. Columba Hotel offers special rates to those attending functions in the area. There is limited hotel parking with paid parking next door. On site eateries are Alba Restaurant, which offers a table d'hôte menu; Italian fare at Bar Rio; and the Pier Cafe. Seafood is the popular choice in Oban. Known as the Gateway to the Islands, numerous Calmac ferries leave from Oban. World famous Oban whisky is distilled just across the street from the hotel. The city is famous for its drinking, shopping, and kayaking.