Budget Hostels from S$85

By staying at a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your money for exploring during your holiday. You’ll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the island views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but they all have a few things in common, including budget prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These options get the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start: Corran House Guest House & Hostel - Property features include free WiFi and a bar. You’ll find towels, TVs and linens in all rooms. Oban Youth Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers and free WiFi in all rooms.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Oban are October, December, November and January, with each month seeing an average of 266 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore the area around Oban. Get out into nature with places such as Ganavan Sands, Loch Linnhe and Corryvreckan Whirlpool. Cultural attractions include Oban War and Peace Museum, Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds and Easdale Folk Museum. Visit landmarks such as McCaig’s Tower, Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel and Connel Bridge.

Keep this information about transit options in Oban on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Glasgow International Airport (GLA), located 55.1 mi (88.7 km) away from the city centre. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Train stations including Oban Station and Oban Connel Ferry Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.