The Oban Youth Hostel is within a short walk from St Columba's Cathedral. The Oban Youth Hostel is a 10 minute walk from St John's Cathedral, while Oban Distillery can be reached in less than 20 minutes. Oban Airport (OBN) is a 20 minute drive away. Achanduin Castle is within driving distance of the hostel. Dunstaffnage Castle is a 10 minute drive away. Oban town centre can be reached on foot within 20 minutes.