Escape to Buchanan Arms Hotel, where rural charm meets warm hospitality. Unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or take a dip in the swimming pool. With a garden, terrace, and Modern European cuisine at Salmon Leap Restaurant, you'll feel right at home. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
22 Main Street, Drymen, Loch Lomond, Drymen, Scotland, G63 0BQ
What's nearby
Rob Roy Way - South - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Glengoyne Distillery - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
Balloch Castle - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
Loch Lomond - 15 min drive - 18.3 km
Loch Lomond Shores - 15 min drive - 18.3 km
Getting around
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 41 min drive
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 78 min drive
Renton Station - 15 min drive
Balloch Station - 16 min drive
Dalreoch Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Pirn Inn - 11 min drive
St Mocha Cafe - 6 min drive
The Drymen Inn - 4 min walk
The Clachan Inn - 4 min walk
The Beech Tree Inn - 7 min drive
About this property
Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection
Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection puts you just a 5-minute drive from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Guests can visit the health club for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Salmon Leap Restaurant, which serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English, Hindi, Italian
At a glance
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Hotel size
52 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (late night)
Water dispenser
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Water skiing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Health club
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
3-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Salmon Leap Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Conservatory - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
The Snug Bar - This bar serves light fare only.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Best Western Buchanan Arms Hotel Spa
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, hiking, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a health club and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection?
Yes, Salmon Leap Restaurant offers alfresco dining and Modern European cuisine.
What's the area around Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection like?
Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection is a short 2-minute walk from Drymen War Memorial and 3 minutes' walk from Rob Roy Way - South.
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Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection Reviews
Reviews
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Great location.. great for walking & hiking.. close drive orcwalk to many attractions
sharon
sharon, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 24, 2025
Great food rooms too hot no remote for tv.
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 25, 2025
Breakfast was adequate
John
John, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 18, 2025
Great location. Good food , staff were helpful and the hotel was lovely. The only downside was the bathrooms need modernising a they are a bit dated with some of the tiles and decor old
Anne
Anne, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 21, 2025
No wifi in unloved hotel
The hotel buildings and furnishings are very tired. Window catches on bathroom and bedroom windows had fallen off. Bedroom lock only worked intermittently. The bathroom was last updated many years ago and the radiator was rusty and had black growth behind both it and the bath.
There was no Wi-Fi to the room. There was no way you could have the side light on and charge your phone at the same time.
Central heating was on on July - I was told by hotel staff that if it wasn't on there would be no hot water.
Food was good, service not so good.
Lesley
Lesley, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
The overall stay was good the staff were very helpful and friendly and the hotel itself was nice however ever so slightly dated and the room was boiling and no way we could find to turn it down.
The breakfast was a standard buffet breakfast and was decent quality.
The pool area seemed clean and well maintained but the steam room was out of service.
My only criticism of the pool area and the hotel as a whole is the changing area for the pool as there are no individual changing areas in the mens changing room and there were two young girls in there which i felt to be quite inappropriate as i had to leave and wait for them to finish up before changing.
All in all we enjoyed our stay and will likely be back.
James
James, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 29, 2025
Friendly staff and decent food unfortunately does not make up for moldy rooms with disgusting carpets. Room was terrible but the rest allright
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 21, 2025
I understand that this is a really old hotel but it was not clean in the slightest. Thankfully some employees changed the dirty bedding but the rest of the room was terribly dirty as well.
McKensie
McKensie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2025
Enjoyed stay but been here 7 year ago starting feel tired
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Had great overnight stay great hotel great place
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
Lovely place to stay. Great gym, pool and leisure facilities. Would definitely stay again
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Excellent stay , excellent food - great stop off travelling back from work in Scotland back to England
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
The room, the staff and the food are all exceptional 👌
Matthew
Matthew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Pool and sauna was amazing
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 30, 2024
We liked the comfy room and the use of the pool and sauna. Location was also good
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Nice room convenient to West Highland Way!
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2023
Great stay
Great hotel and friendly staff
Lovely spa facilities
Margaret
Margaret, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2024
Lovely staff, good dinner, room needed a bit of TLC but good value for money
Lynda
Lynda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 30, 2024
Spa was surprisingly well equipped and the swimming pool was warm and just the treat before a long drive.
The staff were particularly lovely!
Dominic
Dominic, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
We had a very relaxing stay , the staff were amazing couldn’t do enough for you and always with a smile, the room was clean and comfortable, the food was great, we also used the swimming pool and steam room which was brilliant, overall a really good few days
Myra
Myra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2023
Loved my stay! Cute hotel in a nice little village!
Amanda Kaye
Amanda Kaye, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2024
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 👍
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2023
Staff very friendly superior room very spacious food amazing leisure facilities fantastic
Kenneth
Kenneth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2024
very nice room, the staff excellent very helpful, cheerful, and make you feel welcome to recommend a stay there. The room was clean and tidy, the facilities were good and could be used if so inclined, and the food was nice, near to some excellent beauty spots.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
Nice facilities and good service
Nice facilities and good service. Sink was blocked and we were quickly provided another room.