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Oban harbour
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Map: 18 of 18 places shown, 15 at an approximate location (town or village centre, drawn faded with a dashed edge). Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Dog-friendly Oban and Mull: cafes, stays, walks and beaches

Short answer: Yes, Oban and Mull has dog-friendly options. We list 18 checked places so far, including Falls of Lora Hotel, Knipoch Hotel, Isle of Eriska Hotel, The Tobermory Hotel. Each listing shows where dogs are allowed, any fees, the source and the date we last checked it.

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Cafes, pubs and restaurants (2)

Cuan Mor George Street, Oban

Inside: Yes, in some areas of the restaurant

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Markie Dans Oban

Inside: Yes (the pub says it is family friendly, including the dog)

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Places to stay (10)

Falls of Lora Hotel Connel, near Oban

Inside: Ground floor rooms only; contact the hotel to book Charge per dog, maximum 2 dogs

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Knipoch Hotel Kilninver, near Oban

Inside: Yes, in all rooms £25 per dog per night, maximum 2 dogs

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Isle of Eriska Hotel Benderloch, near Oban

Inside: Dog-friendly rooms; not in public or dining rooms Rules and fees may apply

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

The Tobermory Hotel Tobermory, Mull

Inside: Yes, in the hotel and bar £13.50 per dog per night, maximum 2 dogs

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa Craignure, Mull

Inside: Yes, 48 dog-friendly rooms, maximum 2 dogs each

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Shieling Holidays Craignure, Mull

Outside: Yes, on a lead on site

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Glengorm Castle self-catering near Tobermory, Mull

Inside: Yes, in all properties except The Steadings Flat

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Fidden Farm campsite Fionnphort, Ross of Mull

Outside: Yes, on a lead, including on the beach

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Argyll Hotel Isle of Iona

Inside: Yes, all rooms are dog friendly £15 per stay

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

St Columba Hotel Isle of Iona

Inside: Yes, dog-friendly hotel

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Days out (6)

Oban Distillery shop and bar Oban

Inside: Shop and bar only; dogs not allowed on tours

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds Oban

Outside: Yes, on a lead in the play park and trails

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

CalMac ferry, Oban to Craignure Oban ferry terminal

Inside: Pet lounge ticket (limited spaces) or pet stays in the car Outside: Yes, on outside passenger decks with a ticket Every pet needs a ticket

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: official website

Tobermory Distillery visitor centre Tobermory, Mull

Inside: Visitor centre only; not on tours or in production or drinking areas

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Staffa Tours Fionnphort, Iona and Tobermory

Inside: Yes, on board Outside: On Staffa and the Treshnish Isles only on non-nesting foreshore, on a short lead

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Ulva Ferry Ulva Ferry, Mull

Inside: Yes Outside: Yes Well-behaved dogs travel free

Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Venue website

Still being researched here: walks, beaches. We only publish places once their dog rules are confirmed.

A liver-coloured Border Collie looking at the camera
Photo: John Haslam, CC BY 2.0, cropped
A chocolate Labrador on a beach
Photo: Armando Olivari, CC BY-SA 3.0, cropped

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FAQ

Is Oban and Mull dog friendly?

Yes, Oban and Mull has dog-friendly options. We list 18 checked places so far, including Falls of Lora Hotel, Knipoch Hotel, Isle of Eriska Hotel, The Tobermory Hotel. Each listing shows where dogs are allowed, any fees, the source and the date we last checked it.

How much do places to stay in Oban and Mull charge for dogs?

Charges we have recorded: Falls of Lora Hotel: Charge per dog, maximum 2 dogs; Knipoch Hotel: £25 per dog per night, maximum 2 dogs; Isle of Eriska Hotel: Rules and fees may apply; The Tobermory Hotel: £13.50 per dog per night, maximum 2 dogs; Argyll Hotel: £15 per stay.

Can I take my dog on the ferry to Mull?

Yes. CalMac sells pet tickets: a pet lounge ticket (limited spaces) or a ticket for a pet that stays in your car or sits outside. Every pet needs a ticket, dogs must be on a lead on board, and pets are not allowed in food, drink or carpeted areas. Pets are welcome on outside passenger decks.

Do dogs need to be on a lead?

Many walks and estates here ask for leads, especially near livestock and ground-nesting birds from April to July. Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and any local signs.

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