The Buchan Hotel

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

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite
Exterior
Lobby
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Bridge Street, Ellon, Scotland, AB41 9AA
  • Trump International Golf Links, Scotland
  • Newburgh Seal Beach
  • University of Aberdeen
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Suite, Ensuite, River View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Executive Suite, Ensuite

  • 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

  • Pitmedden Garden - 8 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • University of Aberdeen - 21 min drive - 17.9 miles
  • Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - 24 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • TECA - 24 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Union Square Shopping Centre - 24 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Eat on the Green - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Murly Tuck - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Apothecary - Ellon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Newburgh Inn - ‬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, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.

Languages

English

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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

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  • 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

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.

Property is also known as

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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 Hackley Bay nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at The Buchan Hotel?

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Buchan Hotel on Aug 18, 2025 start from $110.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Buchan Hotel?

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

Does The Buchan Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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 20.4 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, amazing food and friendly staff. Not much noise insulation between rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAUL V

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice food, friendly staff, easy parking and very central.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Richard

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

1st choice

The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast and evening meals are good. And when I am in the area again would be my 1st choice to stay.
Room
Food
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

George

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

Very comfortable

Only problem was no hot water if you rose early in the morning
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff were so lovely, really friendly and couldn’t do enough for you, without being overbearing. I was initially a bit worried when I arrived as the bar was busy with loud music but it was turned off by about 11. The cost was very reasonable too but I would say the staff made it for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good stay

Good last minute stay to attend a Brewdog beer festival. Helpful staff and good breakfast. The room was fine but the street outside was noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Allan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean comfortable hotel centrally located ideal for my stay, service polite quick and efficient ,good pint in bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandi

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

Good stay

Nice hotel, lovely breakfast, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only staying the one night at Hogmanay. As this was a national holiday no cooked breakfast was available which was understandable due to staff on holiday. The room was clean and comfortable unfortunately it was up three flights of stairs (no lifts). Overall althoigh a short stay i would recommend the hotel.