Hotels in Glasgow

Best places to stay in Glasgow

Museums, art galleries, football, eclectic architecture, choicest shopping, an unrivalled gastronomic scene, and music resonating through the city, that’s Glasgow for you! Glasgow is an energetic and progressive city which has reinvented itself over the years. The city is quite compact and most of the neighbourhoods are within walking distance of each other.

City Centre

Glasgow’s City Centre is a vibrant and convenient location with 2 train stations in the middle of the city, and loads of fantastic hotels within walking distance. This is probably the best area to stay for a first-time visitor. In a great location within the City Centre, you have the luxurious Blythswood Square hotel which boasts a 10,000 square foot spa and an on-site movie theatre. The Z Hotel Glasgow, a compact luxury accommodation on North Frederick Street, is one of the top picks for the accommodation cost and service quality. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Glasgow Central on Cambridge Street has an upmarket feel and is a 10-minute walk from Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street stations. You also have the option of Grasshopper’s Hotel, a mid-priced boutique accommodation with lots of quaint charm and unique features.

West End

Voted as the ‘Best Neighbourhood in UK & Ireland’ by the Academy of Urbanism, Glasgow’s West End offers an abundance of ornate sandstone tenements and cobbled streets. If you stay in this area, you are surrounded by Neo-Gothic buildings, parks and gardens, artisan eateries, and a wealth of vintage shops. The luxurious Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor hotel is located near the Byres Road where you can explore several chic cafes and shops in the small by-lanes. You can also consider the Argyll Western Hotel which is a small family-run hotel offering traditional Scottish hospitality.

Finnieston

Finnieston has been recently named ‘the hippest place to live in the UK’ by The Times. In this neighbourhood, consider booking your stay at the Argyll Guest House which is very close to the University of Glasgow and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre is also just a 10-minute walk from here. The Lorne Hotel on Sauchiehall Street is a 2-minute walk from Kelvingrove Park. If you are visiting Glasgow for a concert at the SSE Hydro, you may want to consider staying in one of the hotels along the Clyde river, such as The Crowne Plaza Glasgow, Hilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Centre or Village Hotel Glasgow.

Merchant City

Merchant City is right behind the City Centre. The tobacco trading warehouses that it housed in the 18th century have now been converted into cool boutiques, bars, restaurants, and loft apartments. You can look for accommodation at The Brunswick Merchant City Hotel, The Merchant City Inn, or the slightly more stylish Grand Central Hotel, all in this neighbourhood.

Cheap hotels in Glasgow

The boutique-inspired ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square Hotel on Miller Street is a great budget-friendly option to stay at the City Centre. The Alamo Guest House set in a 19th century Victorian building overlooking the Kelvingrove Park is another option closer to the Finnieston area. Travelodge Glasgow Queen Street hotel, Premier Inn Glasgow City Centre (George Square) hotel, and Holiday Inn Express Glasgow – City Centre Riverside hotel, are some of the other budget-friendly accommodations.

From its medieval past to a hip present-day lifestyle, Glasgow has a lot to offer every visitor. Whether you want to plan your itinerary around museums, art and architecture, or world-class shopping, dining and music, Glasgow will not disappoint you.

• At the City Centre, walk around George Square, see the Glasgow Cathedral and make sure to take a free guided tour of The City Chambers to see its magnificent interiors and learn its history. Shop at the Style Mile, stop by for refreshments at Glasgow’s indoor street food hub Taste Buchanan in Buchanan Galleries, or enjoy a grand cup of tea at the Cup Tea Lounge on Renfield Street. If you wish to have some authentic seafood specialities, stop by for a meal at Rogano, the oldest surviving restaurant in Glasgow.
• If you are in the West End, take a break from the city and stroll in the Kibble Palace glasshouse at the Botanical Gardens right next to the River Kelvin. Then enjoy a picnic at the Kelvingrove Park. Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery. Walk through the University of Glasgow and Mackintosh House.
• If you are a cheese lover, you must visit the George Mews Cheesemongers, a speciality store in the West End, with an unusual, award-winning variety of cheese. It is also worth stopping by at the Ubiquitous Chip, a true Glasgow icon that serves the very best Scottish cuisine since over 40 years. A 2-minute walk from here is the best vintage shop in Glasgow, Starry Starry Night, located in the Dowanside Lane.
• As you walk into Merchant City just off the City Centre, you have the Gallery of Modern Art in an elegant, Neo-Classical building and the City Halls which regularly hosts the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and Scottish Chamber Orchestra. Within the City Halls complex, you can also visit the Old Fruitmarket which hosts a variety of events, including jazz, rock and pop concerts, club nights and ceilidhs! Beer lovers, do stop by at Blackfriars, a spacious free house and live music venue which serves quality beers from across the world, and boasts of everything from jazz to comedy in its basement venue.
• In the Finnieston area, consider watching a show or concert at The SSE Hydro, Scotland’s largest entertainment arena with a seating capacity of 12,000. If you are interested, try to get a glimpse of Glasgow’s maritime history by visiting the Riverside Museum on Pointhouse Road.
• Football fans, don’t miss a visit to The Scottish Football Museum, a 20-minute drive from the city centre. Also take tours of the world-famous Celtic and Rangers Football Clubs.
• Whisky lovers will relish a tour of Glengoyne Distillery which is a at Campsie Hills, a 30-minute drive from Glasgow, and Tennent’s Wellpark Brewery which is in the Glasgow City Centre area.

How long do people stay in Glasgow?

Visiting Glasgow for 2 nights is the most common choice for our users.

How much does a hotel cost in Glasgow?

On average, rooms will be priced around £61 per night when booking a hotel in Glasgow; however the price you pay for your room will vary significantly depending on seasonality, location and facilities.

When is the best time to book a hotel in Glasgow?

In January prices are at their lowest, making it the most cost-effective time to book a hotel room in Glasgow. You may find the cost of your room has decreased by 30%.

Which day is cheapest to stay in Glasgow?

Room prices for hotels in Glasgow will be at their lowest on Saturday and peak on Friday.

How much does a hostel in Glasgow cost?

Hostels in Glasgow (including hotels rated 2 stars and below) cost £36 per person, per night on average. This is £25 per night cheaper than the average cost of hotels in Glasgow.