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Everything you might want to know about staying, dining and adventuring at the Loch Lomond Arms, our 17th century coaching inn in the conservation village of Luss, on the shores of Loch Lomond, Scotland. Press a heading to explore.
General Enquiries
How do I contact the Loch Lomond Arms?
Email us at enquiries@lochlomondarms.com or call +44 (0) 1436 860 420. You will find us at Main Road, Luss, G83 8NY, in the conservation village of Luss on the western shore of Loch Lomond, within the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.
How far is Luss from Glasgow and Edinburgh?
Around 45 minutes by car from Glasgow city centre via the A82, roughly 40 minutes from Glasgow Airport, and about 90 minutes from Edinburgh. It is one of the most accessible Highland escapes in Scotland.
Can we get to Luss without a car?
Yes. Buses run along the loch road between Glasgow and Luss, and the nearest railway stations are Balloch and Helensburgh, each a short taxi ride from the village. We are happy to help arrange transfers.
Do you host weddings and private events?
We do, from intimate gatherings to full Highland celebrations, with the loch, the village church and 45,000 acres of the Luss Estate as your backdrop. Enquire at enquiries@lochlomondarms.com.
How do I book a Loch Lomond experience?
Every adventure, by loch, land or hearth, is arranged personally and named for a member of Clan Colquhoun. Browse our Experiences page, then contact us and our Estate native team will write the rest.
Parking & Arriving
Is there parking at the Loch Lomond Arms?
Yes, free parking is available for guests at the inn in Luss.
What time is check in and check out?
Check in is from 3pm and check out is by 11am. If you would like to arrive earlier or linger later, let us know and we will do our best, si je puis, as the clan motto goes.
Is there electric vehicle charging?
Please contact us ahead of your stay at enquiries@lochlomondarms.com and we will advise on the nearest charging points.
Rooms & Suites
What types of rooms do you offer?
Four ways to stay: Superior Suites, our largest rooms, sleeping two to three; Double & Twin Rooms, sleeping two; Coaching Rooms in the oldest 1700s wing of the inn, sleeping two; and self catering Estate Cottages sleeping up to six, cottage by cottage. Every one is individually designed by Russell Sage Studio. See them on our Stay page.
Why do the rooms have names instead of numbers?
Every room carries a name from the Colquhoun family tree: racers, artists, adventurers and the odd scoundrel from eight hundred years of clan history on Loch Lomond. Read their stories in the Book of Colquhoun Family.
Is the inn suitable for children?
The Loch Lomond Arms is designed as a grown up retreat, with fireside drams, quiet corners and slow mornings. For families travelling with children, our self catering Estate Cottages are the better fit, offering space, privacy and the freedom of the Estate. Contact us at enquiries@lochlomondarms.com and we will point you to the right stay.
Are dogs welcome?
We keep a handful of rooms and cottages available for guests travelling with dogs. These rooms are limited and go quickly, so do ask at the time of booking. We will confirm what we can offer, and have a bowl waiting.
Are the rooms accessible?
The inn is a 17th century building with character in its bones. Please contact us at enquiries@lochlomondarms.com to discuss access needs and we will advise on the most suitable rooms.
The Stag & Two Hounds
What is the Stag & Two Hounds?
Our pub, and the heart of the inn, serving seasonal Scottish lunch and evening menus built on Luss Estate produce, Highland suppliers and Scottish seafood, with a fire that is rarely out. Menus are on our Eat & Drink page.
Do I need to book a table?
Booking is recommended, especially in summer and at weekends. Reserve through our table booking page. Walk ins are always welcome when there is room by the fire.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free dishes are marked on our menus, and the kitchen is happy to advise on allergens and adapt where possible. Tell us when you book.
Are dogs allowed in the pub?
The name rather commits us. Yes, well behaved dogs are welcome in the Stag & Two Hounds.
The Treasury
What is The Treasury?
The Treasury prefers to be discovered. It is a room of remarkable objects, each with its own tale from Clan Colquhoun’s eight hundred years. What happens within it is best asked about in person.
Can The Treasury be booked for private dining?
Private occasions in The Treasury can be arranged. Contact enquiries@lochlomondarms.com with your date and party, and we will take it from there.
What are the treasures inside?
Artefacts from the clan’s story: Sir Iain’s Prussian gun, his Christmas Day diary from the trenches, a box of Queen Victoria’s royal chocolates, and more. Each carries a tale, told beside the object itself.
The Map Room
What is The Map Room?
Our whisky bar, a snug of Highland drams, whisky cocktails and anything else you would care to order, in the heart of the Loch Lomond Arms.
Do I need to be staying at the inn to visit?
No, the Map Room is open to all. Come for a dram by the fire, whether you are staying the night or just passing through Luss.
What can I drink in The Map Room?
Whisky is the heart of it, with Highland and island drams, rare pours and whisky cocktails, though the bar will happily make you anything you want. Our fireside whisky experiences, such as Sir Iain’s Lion & Lament, are also hosted here.
Can I book The Map Room for a private tasting?
Private whisky tastings and gatherings can be arranged. Contact enquiries@lochlomondarms.com and we will pour accordingly.
Luss & the Local Area
What is Luss famous for?
Luss is one of Scotland’s most beautiful conservation villages, famous for its rose covered 18th and 19th century cottages, its pier with views the length of Loch Lomond, and Luss Parish Church. The village sits on lands held by Clan Colquhoun for eight hundred years, and the inn stands at the heart of it.
What is there to do in and around Luss?
Wander the village and pier, walk the Luss Heritage Path, swim or paddle from the beach, take a boat across Loch Lomond’s 34 islands, hike the surrounding hills, or join one of our own experiences, among them speedboat island tours, 4x4 estate adventures, village history walks and fireside whisky evenings.
Are there good walks near the inn?
Endless. Gentle options include the Luss Heritage Path and lochside strolls from the village. For more, Ben Dubh rises directly behind Luss with superb loch views, and Ben Lomond and The Cobbler are within easy reach. Our Duchess’s Sporting Stravaig offers guided walks for all abilities, or ask in The Map Room and we will point you the right way.
Does Luss have a beach?
Yes. Luss Beach sits right by the village, a stretch of sand and shingle on the loch shore with views to Ben Lomond. Perfect for a paddle, a picnic, or a bracing wild swim in Sir Iain’s footsteps.
Can you visit the islands of Loch Lomond?
You can. Loch Lomond has 34 islands, including Inchconnachan, famous for the wallaby colony begun by Lady Fiona Colquhoun. Our speedboat and luxury cruiser experiences visit the islands with skippers who know every story on the water.
What day trips can we take from Luss?
Luss makes a fine base for the west: the Trossachs, Glen Coe and Oban to the north and west, Stirling Castle to the east, and Glasgow’s galleries and restaurants 45 minutes south. Most guests find the hardest part is leaving the village at all.
When is the best time of year to visit Loch Lomond?
Every season earns its keep: spring for bluebells and quiet trails, summer for long light and days on the water, autumn for golden glens, and winter for fireside drams in The Map Room. The inn, and the Estate’s adventures, run all year round.
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