Buchan Hotel

8.4
Excellent
(354 reviews)

1 Bridge St, Ellon AB41 9AA, United Kingdom

+44 1358 720208

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Hotel Description

Buchan Hotel, located at 1 Bridge St, Ellon AB41 9AA, United Kingdom, offers a comfortable and quaint experience, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat. Situated overlooking the scenic River Ythan, this family-run hotel is just 1 mile away from the historic Castle Of Waterton and McDonald Golf Club. The hotel’s central location ensures that guests have easy access to several attractions, including the famous Haddo House and the Slains Castle, both within a short drive. The hotel boasts a welcoming atmosphere, combining modern comfort with traditional Scottish hospitality. Its design is warm and casual, creating an inviting space for travelers to unwind. Buchan Hotel features 6 spacious rooms, each carefully decorated with soft, neutral tones to evoke a relaxed and homey feel. Some rooms offer beautiful river views, providing an extra touch of tranquility. The rooms come fully equipped with essential amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuring a pleasant and stress-free stay. The hotel’s relaxed restaurant and bar serve a variety of Scottish and continental dishes, offering a range of flavors that reflect the local culinary heritage. Guests can enjoy hearty meals or unwind with a drink after a day of exploration. Parking is available on-site, free of charge, adding to the convenience of staying at this charming hotel. Nearby, guests can enjoy local transportation options, including easy access to the A90 road, and Aberdeen International Airport is a 22-minute taxi ride away. Buchan Hotel is also located near public transport stops, with Bridge Street and Market Street just a short 2-minute walk away. The hotel takes guest safety and health seriously, offering smoke-free accommodations, strict hygiene protocols, and a focus on comfort and well-being throughout the property. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, Buchan Hotel offers the perfect base for your stay. Guests can explore nearby attractions such as the Pitmedden Garden, the Forvie National Nature Reserve, and Tolquhon Castle. With its central location, the hotel is also within a short walking distance of local restaurants like Cornkist, The Gaff Ellon, and Gurkha Kitchen, offering delicious meals within minutes of the hotel. Whether you’re here for a quiet getaway or a memorable Scottish adventure, Buchan Hotel provides a cozy, convenient, and safe space for all visitors.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located along the scenic River Ythan offering picturesque views.

2. A family-run hotel with a welcoming, cozy atmosphere.

3. Warmly decorated rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs.

4. Restaurant/bar serving both Scottish and continental cuisine.

5. Free parking available on-site for all guests.

6. Close to major attractions like Castle of Waterton and McDonald Golf Club.

7. Just a short walk from public transport options and local amenities.

8. Nearby dining options like Cornkist and The Gaff Ellon, offering a variety of cuisines.

9. Health and safety-focused with smoke-free property and hygiene protocols in place.

10. Located near cultural landmarks like Haddo House and Slains Castle.


7.6 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Haddo House
16 min
Slains Castle
18 min
Pitmedden Garden & Museum of Farming Life
10 min
Forvie National Nature Reserve
13 min
Tolquhon Castle
11 min

Nearest locations

Cornkist
1 min
The Gaff Ellon
1 min
Gurkha kitchen Ellon
1 min
Nazma Tandoori Restaurant
1 min
Ythan Delight Grill
1 min
New Inn Hotel
1 min
Dragon House
1 min
Marmaris Kebab And Pizza House
1 min
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Good to know

Check-in12:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating7.6
Nearest airportAberdeen International Airport
Travel time to airport22 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
    Official Hotel

    $123

    Agoda

    $119

    Vio.com

    $109

    goseek.com

    $109

    Booking.com

    $123

    Stayforless

    $120


Location

1 Bridge St, Ellon AB41 9AA, United Kingdom

Airports:

Aberdeen International Airport

Taxi: 22 min

Transit: 1 hr 8 min

Transit:

Bridge Street

Walking: 2 min

Market Street

Walking: 2 min


Nearby locations

7.6

Very Good Location

Overlooking the River Ythan, this modest, family-run hotel is 1 mile from both the medieval Castle Of Waterton and McDonald Golf Club. It's 2 miles from the A90 road.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Pets

No pets

Parking & transportation

Parking

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning


Reviews

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8.6

10 reviews

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Excellent
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Good
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Becky H

4/5
We stayed here for 2 nights with our friends. Room was lovely and clean and staff were very good. Breakfast in the morning might have been the best hotel breakfast I’ve had yet. The rooms are quite dated and very warm and quite noisy if you’re staying the side where the bar is. Otherwise very pleasant. Car park is handy too.

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Malcolm Wigglesworth

5/5
Well, I would describe The Buchan Hotel as nearly, but not quite, Premier inn standard. This is my second stay here and I really have no complaints. The whole place, rooms, corridors, lobby, restaurant and toilets are spotless; one of the cleanest hotels I have stayed in!The full breakfast is outstanding and evening meals even better. The service is on-point, the staff are all very friendly and helpful. It’s a proper family run establishment and they take an active role in running this gem of a hotel.I am up in Ellon for work but would happily stay here on holiday. The location is great, right next to the river and in easy walking distance of the amenities. Did I mention the large free car park?; that’s a bonus.All-in-all, be it accommodation or popping by for a meal, I can definitely recommend The Buchan Hotel. For sure, If I’m back for work I will be booking in here; Well done Neil & the team.

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Desperatly seeking Disney

5/5
Attended a Silver Wedding here at the weekend so decided to stay at the hotel, room was spacious and tastefully decorated, the bed was soft and comfortable. Food was very tasty and cooked to order. All in all a 5☆ experience. Would certainly recommend.

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Bill McTaggart

5/5
Stayed here early June for a weekend as we were attending a family wedding a few miles outside Ellon . Rooms a good size and very comfortable. Service outstanding. Food excellent. Particularly liked the smoked haddock and poached egg for breakfast. Cannot fault this Hotel whatsoever.

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Linda Stuart

4/5
Wad in for a hi- tea and it was really good toast, main course and biscuits. Plenty tea and coffee too well worth it for £19 each.

Service 4

Location4

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Robert Neri

2/5
was there for lunch arrived just after 12.00 linch was served after 45minute wait. My wife's food she said was ok my pork belly risotto was plainly awful. Pork was dry suggesting reheated veg were undercooked (boiled carrots with risotto?) and the actual rice was neither arborio nor carniroli . I Thought it pudding rice. At least on saying it was unsatisfactory it was taken away immediately not charged for it and my replacement was free.. I have eaten better school dinners in the 60's

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Linda Mackay

5/5
Just met with family there before a funeral. Family who stayed said it was good.

Location5

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Neil B

5/5
Stayed here one night,twin room,2 x single beds,on my own for work purposes..bed itself rather springy with not the comfiest pillows..however..dinner was excellent,as was breakfast,a real full Scottish with excellent local ingredients …

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Barbara Geisler

3/5
This review involves the restaurant. The staff was quite friendly and we had no issue making a booking for a Sunday afternoon at 5:00 pm.I mentioned that I had a food allergy to paprika and suddenly the menu became limited to just a few options. That was quite disappointing to me, as I had not encountered such limited options in any of the other restaurants where we ate over a 2 week period. The fact that the Buchan Hotel restaurant had such limitations makes me feel that much of the food is not made fresh. Paprika can be in broth based food, but otherwise, is generally used as a garnish that can easily be eliminated when made fresh.I ended up choosing the small version of the Sunday Roast with the pork, as the chicken option was depleted. My pork was cold, which did concern me, as I had no idea how long the food had been sitting out with it being a Sunday Roast that began around noon time. As a result, I ended up eating the vegetables, and left quite disappointed with my meal.Our dinner was on Sunday, 17 Sept.

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Ang N

5/5
Took my auntie and family out for lunch and had the sea bass special. It was outstanding. Every dish was a wonderful balance of flavours with beautiful presentation and the portions are substantial.  …