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NEWS that Oban is the second most expensive seaside resort in Britain for overnight accommodation attracted a big response from readers.

John Kerr wrote: ‘I have always said Oban house and rental prices were far, far too expensive compared with the rest of the country and was told I was wrong. Stupid thing is that I can afford to live and work in and around London but not at home in Oban.’

James Strang posted: ‘Im going by personal discussion with people I’ve met but most prefer bed and breakfasts in the town as they are much nicer and more reasonable in price and not 100 plus years old.’

Willie MacDonald said: ‘The new hotel being built might force the hoteliers to start charging realistic prices, just like Wetherspoons did for the pubs.’

Christine Houghton explained: ‘ We come up early May and then November as we can’t afford summer prices.’

Ross McNab lamented: ‘Oban costs a bomb. Not just for the tourists. Like mentioned above, the house prices and rent in Oban are ridiculously high.’

Ishbell Strachan disagreed: ‘I think this is very harsh on B&Bs who charge a very reasonable rate for their rooms. I personally at Sgeirmhaol charge £ 65 for a double room with en-suite and free internet. We are room only and can’t keep up with the demand.’

Willie Reid suggested: ‘ The thing I’ve noticed is the increasing number of camper vans parking at Atlantis Leisure and Lochavullin, taking their own food, fuel and sundries with them. Maybe this report explains why?’

Robert Semple wrote: ‘I travel the West Coast and islands regularly and find Oban good value. I would use the B&Bs at the top of the town. I don’t think this guide is reflective of what you can get. A few years ago you could get a hotel in Glasgow for £ 50 a night but since the Commonwealth Games double it.’