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202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel

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Room
Interior
Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Food and drink

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
AU$303
avg per night

Explore the area

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Mercersburg, PA
  • Mercersburg Academy
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Long Acres Alpaca Farm
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Whitetail Ski Resort
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Separate dining area
Dining area

Room

  • Sleeps 2
Price is AU$303 avg per night,

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  • Kitchen
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  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, 24 reviews
The price is AU$140
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29 Apr - 13 May
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About the area

Mercersburg

Mercersburg is home to this bed & breakfast. Buchanan's Birthplace State Park and Martins Mill Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Long Acres Alpaca Farm and Whitetail Golf Resort. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

What's nearby

  • Mercersburg Academy - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Long Acres Alpaca Farm - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Buchanan's Birthplace State Park - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Whitetail Golf Resort - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Whitetail Ski Resort - 16 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Milky Way Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mansion House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪One North Coffee & Bake Shop - ‬2 min walk

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
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children from 4 to 17 years old can stay for free.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Call us at 717.328.0011 to discuss
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 deadbolt lock

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 24 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel on 27 Apr 2025 start from AU$332.35, 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. Whitetail Golf Resort and Expert's Choice are also within 6 miles (10 km).

202 - Buchanan Room - James Buchanan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked staying in a former Presidents home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021