The Loch Lomond Arms Hotel in Luss has submitted plans for a major extension aimed at improving guest experience and operational capacity.
The proposals, submitted to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority, include extending the hotel’s dining and kitchen facilities, creating new lobby entrances, and reconfiguring part of the car park to form a landscaped area and new beer garden.
The application, lodged by Simon Miller on behalf of the owners, Luss Estates, outlines plans to enclose space between the main building and the beer garden, as well as extend the rear courtyard between the kitchen and annex.
According to the supporting documents from Smith & Brooke Architects, the design has been shaped by a need to create more versatile, year-round dining space and to address growing kitchen demands.
The architects state that changing weather patterns have made outdoor dining less viable, prompting the move to develop more enclosed spaces. A new dining area with a central fireplace, roof lights, and a bar space is proposed, alongside new WC facilities and improved circulation for guests and staff. The plans also include alterations to the entrance for improved flow. While the project represents a significant upgrade, it does not include any expansion of the hotel’s licensed area.
The hotel, in the heart of the village of Luss, is a Category C listed building and part of a wider estate owned by Luss Estates Company. A separate listed building consent application has also been submitted. A decision on the application is expected by early September.
Picture credti: Loch Lomond Arms Hotel
