The Manor House
Oban, Argyll and Bute
Good Hotel Guide Review
‘A haven of comfort and good food,’ writes one regular reviewer of this small hotel on Oban Bay. Built for the Duke of Argyll in the 18th century, the stone manor house is also the former home of one Admiral HC Otter who painted Bible texts on the rocks of Lorne, and had the words ‘Jehovah Shammah’ carved above the back door. The building’s listed status means that bedrooms are fairly cosy, but all offer ‘really good furnishings’ and ‘lovely views’, particularly those overlooking the harbour and bay, where otters of the marine variety, as well as basking seals and a variety of birdlife, may be spotted (binoculars are provided). Bathrooms are compact but well stocked with large bottles of Molton Brown toiletries. Chef Mandy Todd joined the team in 2019 and her eclectic daily-changing menu mixes Scottish ingredients with more exotic flavours picked up on her travels. An ‘excellent dinner’ might include a goat’s cheese mousse followed by harissa-marinated lamb, or perhaps scallops with pork cheeks. ‘Friendly staff’ and a ‘good breakfast’ complete the picture. (Tony Hall)
Hotel details
Address
Gallanach Road
Oban
Argyll and Bute
PA34 4LS
Scotland
Telephone
01631 566429
Bedrooms
11. 1 on ground floor.
Open
all year except 24–26 Dec.
Facilities
lounge, bar, restaurant, in-room TV (Freeview), wedding facilities, 1½-acre grounds, private car park, deep-water mooring, access to nearby gym and golf.
Background music
traditional in bar and restaurant.
Children
not under 12.
Dogs
allowed in bedroom by arrangement, not unattended, not in public rooms.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
per room B&B £140–£295, D,B&B £230–£393. Set dinner (5 courses) £49, à la carte £45.
Good Hotel Guide articles about
The Manor House
- Sunday Post: 10 of the top hotels for a New Year break in Scotland
- Sunday Post: 10 hotels in Argyll and Bute
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