Car parking
Car Parking at Our Hotel
Our Oban hotel has a car park and two electric vehicle charging points and is offered on a first come, first served basis. We have additional parking towards the rear of the property which is just a short walk away. In the event all parking is occupied, Reception will be able to assist you with directions to the nearest car parking facility.
Car Parks Around Oban
When driving into a new town, it’s best to be prepared. Having knowledge of the town’s parking structure will undoubtedly reduce any anxiety you may have about taking the car.
To help visitors to Oban, and our hotel guests, we’ve created a complete guide on the car parking areas found across the beautiful coastal town. Click either of the links below to be directed to whichever type of parking you’re looking for.
Free Parking in Oban (Short Stays)
Oban has a number of car parks that are free for a short period of time (30 minutes to 3 hours). They’re scattered across the town, giving you plenty of options to make the most out of your day in Oban!
We’ve done the research and collected all the official free car parking spaces found across Oban. Below, you’ll find key information about the free car parking spaces and directions to each one.
Tesco Superstore
Oban’s Tesco has a large car parking area. Situated only a short walk away from the Town Centre.
However, it’s important to be aware that the car park is only available for three hours and is for customers only.
- Free (maximum stay 3 hours)
- 376 spaces
- Mon-Sat: 7am – 11pm
- Sunday: 8am – 8pm
- Disabled spaces available
- No height restrictions
- Toilets in-store
Longsdale Road
Longsdale road is a 10-minute walk away from Oban’s Town Centre. Within certain times, the parking is free for 2 hours.
- 2 hours = Free
- 2 hours 15 minutes = 30p
- 2 hours 30 minutes = 50p
- 2 hours 45 minutes = 80p
- 3 hours = £1
- Any additional hours = £1 each
- Mon-Sat: 9am – 6pm
- Sunday: 1pm – 6pm
92 users
- All days
- Cash
- Mobile App (PayByPhone: ID 807532)
- No height restrictions
Oban Retail Park
Similar to Tesco, it’s only a short walk away from the Town Centre. Unfortunately, the car parking is only available for two hours and is for customers only.
- Free (maximum stay 2 hours)
- 217 spaces
- Mon-Sat: 8am – 8pm
- Sunday: 9am – 6pm
- Disabled spaces available
- No height restrictions
- Toilets in-store
Pulpit Hill
Pulpit Hill’s small car park is an estimated 25-minute walk from Oban’s Town Centre; therefore, we don’t recommend this spot for anyone with mobility issues.
The car park is free for two hours; however, please remember to retrieve a pay-and-display ticket for this period.
Lochavullin Road
Found between Tesco and Oban’s Retail Park, Lochavullin Road car parking is free for 2 hours.
- 2 hours = Free
- 2 hours 15 minutes = 30p
- 2 hours 30 minutes = 50p
- 2 hours 45 minutes = 80p
- 3 hours = £1
- Any additional hours = £1 each
- Mon-Sat: 9am – 6pm
- Sunday: 9am – 6pm
- 125 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Mobile App (PayByPhone: ID 807530)
- 2m height restriction
Oban Station
Located in the Town Centre, Oban Station’s car park is perfect for a full-day trip. The majority of shops and amenities are within walking distance, and for only £3 you get a full day of parking.
If you’re picking someone up from the station, parking is free for 30 minutes.
- 30 minutes = Free
- 24 hours (ends at 00:00) = £3.00
- 30 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Card (contactless accepted)
- No height restrictions
- Disabled spaces
- Electric Car Charging
Pay Display Parking in Oban
Oban has a number of car parking areas that are Pay & Display. All take cash, while many utilise mobile apps, PayByPhone or JustPark, to make paying quick and easy!
Harbour Bowl
Harbour Bowl car park accepts all forms of payment – cash, card, contactless, and payment via JustPark.
- 2 hours = £1.50
- 4 hours = £3.00
- 24 hours = £5.00
- 117 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Card (contactless accepted)
- Mobile App: JustPark (Location ID: 194582)
- No height restriction
- Disabled spaces
Tweedale Street
Only a short walk from Oban’s front street, Tweedale Street is a great place for short-term parking. However, longer term stays are available here, with a week only costing £30.00.
- 15 minutes = 30p
- 30 minutes = 50p
- 45 minutes = 80p
- 1 hour = £1.00
- Additional hours = £1.00 per hour
- 1 week = £30.00
- 90 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Mobile App: PayByPhone (Location ID: 807528)
- No height restriction
- Disabled spaces
- Electric car charging
North Pier
North Pier car park can be found right on the seaside, only a short walk away from some of the best restaurants and bars Oban has to offer. All methods of payment are accepted here.
- 15 minutes = 30p
- 30 minutes = 50p
- 45 minutes = 80p
- 1 hour = £1.00
- Additional hours = £1.00 per hour
- 1 week = £30.00
- 70 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Card (contactless accepted)
- Mobile App: PayByPhone (Location ID: 807533)
- No height restriction
- Disabled spaces
Rockfield Centre
Oban’s Rockfield Centre hosts various events and exhibitions throughout the year. With the car park only a short walk away from the Town Centre and for a reasonable price, it’s a great spot to choose.
- 2 hours = £2.00
- 4 hours = £3.50
- 10 hours = £6.00
- 24 hours = £12.00
- 35 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Card
- Pay by calling 01234 862178 (Location ID: 194591)
- No height restriction
- Disabled spaces
Esplanade Car Park
Located beside the beach and open all day, the Esplanade car park is an ideal spot to choose. The car park only accepts cash and payment via PayByPhone, meaning you cannot pay by card/contactless.
- 15 minutes = 30p
- 30 minutes = 50p
- 45 minutes = 80p
- 1 hour = £1.00
- Additional hours = £1.00 per hour
- 1 week = £30.00
- 26 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Mobile app (PayByPhone Location ID: 807536)
- No height restriction
Market Street
Found just around the corner from Tesco, Market Street is a small car park with great access to Oban’s Town Centre. All payment methods are accepted here.
- 15 minutes = 30p
- 30 minutes = 50p
- 45 minutes = 80p
- 1 hour = £1.00
- Additional hours = £1.00 per hour
- 1 week = £30.00
- 15 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Card (contactless available)
- Mobile app (PayByPhone Location ID: 807527)
- No height restriction
- Disabled spaces
Corran Halls
The Corran Halls car park is easily accessible and perfect for longer stays. If you’re planning on staying in Oban for multiple days, their £30 a week stay is a great deal. All forms of payment are accepted here.
- 15 minutes = 30p
- 30 minutes = 50p
- 45 minutes = 80p
- 1 hour = £1.00
- Additional hours = £1.00 per hour
- 1 week = £30.00
- 57 users
- All day
- Cash
- Card (contactless available)
- Mobile app (PayByPhone Location ID: 807535)
- No height restrictions
- Disabled spaces
Atlantis Sports & Leisure Centre
With low costs for longer stays and acceptance of all methods of payment, Atlantis Centre’s car park is the ideal spot for those who’re visiting for an extended period of time.
- 90 minutes = 50p
- 3 hours = £2.00
- 4 hours = £4.00
- 14 hours = £6.00
- 35 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Card (contactless available)
- Mobile app (JustPark Location ID: 194575)
- No height restrictions
- Disabled spaces
Albany Street
Estimated to be only a 7-minute walk from Oban Station and CalMac’s ferry terminal, with long stays allowed, it’s a great spot to the leave the car while you go away on your travels.
- 15 minutes = 30p
- 30 minutes = 50p
- 45 minutes = 80p
- 1 hour = £1.00
- Additional hours = £1.00 per hour
- 1 week = £30.00
- 40 spaces
- All day
- Cash
- Mobile app (PayByPhone Location ID: 807525
- No height restrictions
- Disabled spaces
