202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel - Mercersburg

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

Mercersburg, PA

Mercersburg Academy5 min walk
Long Acres Alpaca Farm8 min drive
Whitetail Ski Resort16 min drive
Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel

Our circa 1796 hotel is steeped in history, being the boyhood home of our nation's 15th President, James Buchanan — built by his father, James Buchanan Sr. Buchanan's father opened a store, in what is now the Pub, and introduced young James to the problem of keeping things accounted for and in their proper places. By the time James was 10 years of age, his father was one of Mercersburg's leading businessmen. When Buchanan was sixteen he left Mercersburg to attend Dickinson College. The Buchanan home in Mercersburg later became "Hotel Mercer." Years later operating under new ownership, the James Buchanan Hotel is a staple in this historic town.

We are a proud part of the Mercersberg Historic District and were listed by the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

The James Buchanan Hotel currently operate as a full-service hotel and restaurant, but the history and integrity of the Buchanans is just as present as it was in the l700’s.

Property manager

Peter Briggs

Languages

English

Amenities

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Children from 4 to 17 years old can stay for free.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Call us at 717.328.0011 to discuss

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75

Note from host: Call us at 717.328.0011 to discuss

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Mercersburg

This bed & breakfast is located in Mercersburg. Cowans Gap State Park and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Greencastle Coffee Roasters and Hagerstown Suns Municipal Stadium. Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum and Cluggy's Family Amusement Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Mercersburg, PA

What's nearby

Mercersburg Academy - 5 min walk
Long Acres Alpaca Farm - 8 min drive
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park - 8 min drive
Whitetail Golf Resort - 11 min drive
Whitetail Ski Resort - 16 min drive

Getting around

Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 10 min walk
Foot of the Mountain Restaurant - 6 min drive
The James Buchanan Restaurant
Flannery's Tavern On the Square - 1 min walk
Subway - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel?

As of 27 April 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel on 5 May 2024 start from NZ$319.88, including 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.

What time is check-in at 202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel located?

Situated in Mercersburg, this bed & breakfast is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Mercersburg Academy and within 6 miles (10 km) of Buchanan's Birthplace State Park and Long Acres Alpaca Farm. Buchanan State Forest and Whitetail Golf Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

17 October 2022

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

The term "hotel" is a little misleading as it is more like an inn where there is no hotel staff onsite. An innkeeper greeted us to check us in and give us a tour of the property. The room was very clean and comfortable. We also visited the onsite restaurant, which was lovely. The food was excellent! Unfortunately, there were no real options for breakfast in town and no shopping or entertainment. If you stay here, be prepared for a quiet night in.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

14 June 2022

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Charlotte

1 March 2022

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly

24 August 2021

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

I liked staying in a former Presidents home.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Peter Briggs

Why they chose this property

This is the only historic Presidential home in the USA where you can spend a night. Either you love to relax in our cozy Elizabeth lounge or in a mood to explore our beautiful courtyard or dine to create a memorable experience We've got you covered.

What makes this property unique

13 rooms with a unique & historic charm. Relax and unwind in our historic hotel. You will travel back in history as you explore connecting to the old-world charm. Each of our rooms includes queen beds complete with 360-400 count cotton linens, down pillows & comforters, a private bath, flat-screen TV, blow dryers, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi access. The aromas of lavender & Romania's "queen of the night" fill our courtyard makes it the perfect spot to dine or just relax with a glass of your favorite wine.