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Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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The Buchanan Arms Hotel blends rural charm with genuine hospitality. Guests can relax by the lobby fireplace, swim in the pool, and enjoy garden and terrace access. The Salmon Leap Restaurant offers Modern European cuisine, enhancing the homey atmosphere with praised staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
22 Main Street, Drymen, Loch Lomond, Drymen, Scotland, G63 0BQ

What's nearby

  • Rob Roy Way - South - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glengoyne Distillery - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Balloch Castle - 14 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Loch Lomond - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Loch Lomond Shores - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Balloch Station - 16 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak Tree Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪St Mocha Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tir Na Nog - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beech Tree Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Clachan - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection

Hotel near Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, Salmon Leap Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a computer station, and wedding services
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 52 individually furnished rooms feature amenities such as late night room service and safes, as well as sound-insulated walls and WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 3-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Salmon Leap Restaurant
  • The Conservatory
  • The Snug Bar

Things to do

  • Health club
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 3-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Best Western Buchanan Arms Hotel Spa

Frequently asked questions

Is Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Drymen War Memorial and Rob Roy Way - South. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 848 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 848 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 848 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 848 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 848 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit outdated room but clean and hotel offers nice Aminities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

December

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Checkin was quick and easy. Onsite parking. Onsite restaurant and pub were open and very good!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gym was fine and pool area also .There was a problem with the hot tub and showers .Though i beleive it was being looked in to .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So good! The spa was fabulous! Clean, nice size pool for a gentle paddle, definitely a delightful stop!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Had two night stay and slept really well, so no complaints about the beds. Staff friendly. Decor generally very poor (carpets and walls in particular need attention) and no need for radiators to be on during the summer - some of the corridors were uncomfortably hot. Carpets smelly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kay

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great food rooms too hot no remote for tv.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable place, well situated - the only down side was 30 stairs to get to our room - but it was a comfortable room. the swim and gym facilities of course were a real bonus - added to our value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

3 night stay

Bed comfort was good ,we jad no internet access in 1st room upon complaint we were upgrade to another room,food options erre good although service in the restaurant was pretty poor ,heating was ridiculous wae too warm every heater in building was on 24/7 considering it was the end of july (height of summer ) it wasnt pleasant at all
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are good. Property clean and tidy. Breakfast was OK.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had great overnight stay great hotel great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

peter

Following a knee injury I was unable to attend this hotel, I E Mailed the hotel and they were not interested as booked through Expedia and you only get the option the communicate with a robot at Expedia. In the future I will book direct with the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and decent food unfortunately does not make up for moldy rooms with disgusting carpets. Room was terrible but the rest allright
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Caitlin

Hotel 3/5 stars Restaurant 4/5 stars The staff were great and the location was good for access to Troissachs and Loch Lomond areas. I was just disappointed in the upkeep on the hotel portion. I walked into my room and it was very musty (smelled like it hadn't been aired out in a long time) and even leaving the window open didn't help. The bathrooms was serviceable but very outdated. The hotel really feels like it needs some upkeep and a little remodel. I don't think I would choose to stay here again given the condition of the room but it was a place to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great hotel and friendly staff Lovely spa facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay - great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice room convenient to West Highland Way!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dominic

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spa was surprisingly well equipped and the swimming pool was warm and just the treat before a long drive. The staff were particularly lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marco and staff made us so welcome. We had a fantastic stay. Definitely recommend the Buchanan Arms Hotel. Excellent base for exploring Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. We'll be back 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Amenities
Staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All was good, food was excellent in the dining room, wifi was very poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Homa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, adequately comfortable stay in a good location. We loved the decor in the lounge. Friendly, helpful receptionists and restaurant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent! The building left a lot to be desired
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location and first class facilities. There were no chairs in the bedroom though
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

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