Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure & Spa
Accommodation in Drymen – West Highland Way
Country house hotel with leisure facilities in the heart of Drymen village, near Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.
Set on Main Street in the conservation village of Drymen, Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure offers comfortable accommodation with extensive on site leisure facilities. Positioned close to Loch Lomond and within the National Park, it provides a practical and well located base for walkers beginning or passing through the West Highland Way.
Why Stay Here?
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Country house frontage on Main Street in Drymen village
Comfortable en suite bedrooms with garden views
Indoor pool, and leisure club facilities for guests use
Traditional lounge areas with seating and fireplace features
On site restaurant serving breakfast and evening meals
Free parking available at the rear of the hotel opposite the leisure centre.
Each of the 52 individually furnished bedrooms includes a private bathroom, hairdryer, television and tea and coffee making facilities. Room categories range from standard doubles and twins to superior and executive king rooms, as well as family rooms with additional beds. Non smoking rooms are available. Guests can also access the indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fitness centre within the leisure club during their stay.
Spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms
Family rooms and king size options available
Indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room
Modern fitness centre and gym facilities
Free on site parking for guests
Free WiFi in public areas
🏨 Property Overview
Welcome to Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection Located at 23 Main Street, Drymen, G63 0BQ, United Kingdom, Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure, Sure Hotel Collection is an excellent choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience near Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.
⏰ Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in: From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out: From 07:00 to 11:00
🛏️ Accommodation Options
Room Types: Standard Family Room, Executive King Room, Standard Double Room, Standard Twin Room, Superior King Room, Superior Twin Room
Bed Configuration: 1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed; 1 extra-large double bed; 1 double bed; 2 single beds
Private Bathroom: Yes
Shared Bathroom: No
Children: Welcome (Minimum check-in age 18)
Pets: Permitted
📍 Route Planning
Previous Stop: Milngavie — 15.0 miles south
Next Stop: Balmaha — 7.0 miles north
Nearest Bus Stop: Drymen, Main Street — 0.1 miles
Nearest Railway Station: Balloch — 7.5 miles
🛣️ Getting Here
Glasgow Airport — 21.7 miles
Glasgow Prestwick Airport — 46.0 miles
Nearest Major Railway Station: Balloch — 7.5 miles
Secondary Railway Station: Alexandria — 9.3 miles
🥾 Trail Proximity & Logistics
Distance from West Highland Way: 0.1 miles
Current Stage: Drymen to Balmaha
Next Major Ascent: Conic Hill — 3.6 miles
Terrain to Property: Village centre roadside access
💳 Payment Information
Accepted Payment Methods: American Express, Visa, Mastercard
Cash Policy: Not accepted
📅 Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and prepayment policies differ by accommodation type. Please refer to the booking link for specific details prior to confirming your reservation.
🌐 Languages
English
🍞 Village Essentials (Walking Distance)
Local Grocery/General Store: 0.1 miles
ATM: 0.1 miles
Post Office: 0.1 miles
Pharmacy or Chemist: Not specified
Outdoor Gear Shop: Not specified
Nearest Pub/Evening Meal: On-site and many village options a few minutes away
🏢 Amenities Offered
Indoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Fitness centre
Family rooms
Bar
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Garden
Terrace
🎒 Hiker-Specific Amenities
Luggage Transfer Drop off and collection: Accepted (Standard WHW practice)
Drying Room or Drying Facilities: Not specified
Packed Lunch Service: Available
Early Check-out or Breakfast: Yes
🌳 Explore Drymen
Nearby Attractions:
Conic Hill — 3.6 miles
Balloch Castle Country Park — 7.5 miles
🌲 Parks & Outdoor Spaces
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park — 0.0 miles
Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure is a 52 bedroom country house hotel on Main Street in Drymen, within Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Positioned on the West Highland Way route through the village, it offers practical facilities for walkers starting or passing through this stage.
Rooms include Standard Double, Standard Twin, Superior King, Superior Twin, Executive King and Standard Family options. All rooms have private bathrooms, television, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities.
Located in the centre of Drymen, the hotel sits directly within the National Park and close to the West Highland Way route. Free on site parking and public transport links via Balloch train station 7.5 miles away support onward travel planning.
As a traditional country house hotel with leisure facilities, it combines village character with practical amenities. After a walking day, guests can use the indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fitness centre before dining on site.
✓ Central Drymen village location
✓ Indoor swimming pool and spa
✓ En suite rooms throughout
✓ Free on site parking
✓ Restaurant and bar available
A dependable base for the next stage toward Loch Lomond.
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