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The Buchan Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ellon with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Executive Double Room, Ensuite
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Bridge Street, Ellon, Scotland, AB41 9AA
  • Place, Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Pitmedden Garden
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sands of Forvie
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room, Ensuite

Executive Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite, Ensuite

Executive Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Twin Room, Ensuite

Executive Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, Ensuite, River View

Standard Suite, Ensuite, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Ellon

The Buchan Hotel places you within a 10-minute drive of Pitmedden Garden and Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club. This 25-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Pitmedden Garden - 9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Sands of Forvie - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Haddo House - 11 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Balmedie Country Park - 12 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Inverurie Station - 21 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BrewDog - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪DogTap & DogWalk Brewery Tour - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe48 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Apothecary - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Trellis Coffee Shop - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Buchan Hotel

Hotel in Ellon with a coffee shop and a restaurant
The Buchan Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Buchan Hotel?

This hotel is located in Ellon, close to Newburgh Seal Beach, Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club, and Pitmedden Garden. You'll also find Forvie National Nature Reserve and Forvie Sands National Nature Reserve nearby.

Is parking available on site at The Buchan Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Buchan Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Buchan Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Buchan Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Buchan Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Buchan Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Buchan Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Buchan Hotel serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Buchan Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Buchan Hotel.

Does The Buchan Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to The Buchan Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Buchan Hotel is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is 18.2 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Buchan Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Buchan Hotel.

The Buchan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 79 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The reception/waiting staff were excellent. The restaurant and choice of food was excellent also.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and clean, shower could have been more powerful, breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

Lovely staff, great hotel

Lovely staff, comfortable and clean rooms - an ideal place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Potentially dangerous - locked outside at 3am!!

Checked in with no problems, but turns out that a key was missing from our room keys which left us locked outside at 3am. No staff on duty overnight to answer door or phone. We were left stranded outside in a dark, deserted town centre, unable to access the room and had to wake a friend who lives nearby and sleep on their couch. Not sure what we would have done if this was not an option. This could have been a very dangerous situation, but luckily we were were only left tired, angry and disappointed. Were promised a call-back from the manager but this has not happened. Pursuing full refund.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Business traveler

Never again try the car

Bed was ok couldn’t sleep because pub below and road traffic noise water took ages to heat up surprised what they changed for such a small room Tv was old 18” one
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alastair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Friendly staff. Breakfast was good. But I didn’t like the front door being locked by 8.15pm and the outlook from our room (a wall, maybe a couple of metres from the window.)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay good food friendly staff very heloful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

P

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel room clean and comfortable but noise from some sort of electric unit disturbed my night. Food lovely and staff incredibly friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

Buchan Hotel

Clean, quiet, well appointed room. Great service and an excellent breakfast. Very happy with my stay at the Buchan.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel great food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hany, waxhaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place , great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

claire james

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

Dog friendly

Let my dog stay with me. Quite busy road outside but quieter later.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dinner menu was good and the food presented well. Superb choice of vegetables.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs Wendy A

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

Night away

Friendly helping staff much nicer room this time than last stay. Good parking and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs Wendy A

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Night away

Staff were very friendly and helpful ...hotel rooms are very unloved need a bit updating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great staff, food & location, terrible mattresses

Mixed feelings about this traditional country hotel. Staff were amazing, friendly and efficient. Dinner was great, good quality, good menu. Breakfast that was included in the rate was generous, well cooked and reasonable quality for price. The rooms though!!!!!....very clean with spotless linen but are in need of some updating. Dingy, no pictures, no plug beside bed to charge phone, cold water tap on sink didn't work until suddenly came gushing out late morning, mirror light on the blink, couldn't get TV to work....but worst of all mattresses are terrible, soft and springey, terrible sleep. A few minor upgrades are all that are needed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2024