The Best Hotels To Book In Glasgow Scotland

Glasgow has risen out of the smoke of its industrial past and found its place firmly on the Scotland map as a destination for art, culture and history. Explore the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, sip Scottish whisky at the Glengoyne Distillery, and shop on the renowned Buchanan Street. We’ve put together a rundown of the finest hotels in Glasgow for your next trip, all bookable on Culture Trip.

1. 15Glasgow, for a cosy home from home

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A couch, a wardrobe with a full-length mirror and a double bed in a guest room with pops of pink at 15Glasgow

If you’re looking for a quieter stay, consider this charming bed and breakfast just off Kelvingrove Park. It’s a top spot for a cultural weekender – you’re just steps from the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the award-winning transport museum and the botanical gardens, as well as just a 20-minute walk from the city centre and station. Choose from one of five Scottish-themed rooms and suites, all with plenty of chintz, tartan and complimentary Tunnock’s Teacakes. The full (and we mean full) breakfast is another plus.

2. ABode Glasgow, for a great night out

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A bed, a couch, an armchair and a table with a bottle of champagne in a stylish guest room at ABode Glasgow

Looking for a pad that really represents the character of the city? Look no further than this hotel in Glasgow. Its listed 19th-century building dates back to the industrial heyday of the city. It has since been gorgeously updated – in line with Glasgow’s renaissance in the mid-2000s – into a slickly Instagrammable boutique hotel. Take advantage of its city-centre location on Bath Street to enjoy the famous late-night bar scene. Bring on the Buckfast.

3. Dakota Glasgow, for luxury on a budget

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A luxurious guest room in shades of grey and with framed sheet music surrounding the headboard at Dakota Glasgow

Part of a small chain of luxury Scottish hotels, this Dakota prides itself on “elegant style and impeccable service at affordable prices”. Just as its smart modern building stands out among the Victorian squares in the Glasgow city centre, its service and amenities are a cut above the local competition. You’ll love the combination of high-thread-count bed linens, monsoon showers, excellent in-house dining, TV with unlimited sport and movie channels, and complimentary 24/7 gym access.

5. Hotel du Vin Glasgow, for a romantic getaway

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A contemporary, romantic one-bed guest room with a magenta tufted headboard and floral drapery at Hotel du Vin Glasgow

Treat your other half to a night or two at this Hotel du Vin outpost in a Victorian townhouse in the chic West End. Bed down in one of 49 sumptuously decorated rooms and suites, complete with monsoon showers and large bay windows. Dine at the on-site restaurant, which has a cigar shack and a well-stocked whisky room. In the morning, tuck into oak-smoked salmon with scrambled eggs on toast before exploring the nearby Glasgow Botanic Gardens.

6. Grasshoppers Hotel Glasgow, for a wallet-friendly stay

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Directly above Glasgow Central Station, this city-centre hotel is perfect for travellers on a budget. Each of the 30 rooms comes with panoramic views across the rooftops, as well as custom-designed furniture and Caledonian oak floors; traditional influences combine with contemporary Scandinavian design to create a clean aesthetic. Breakfast (included in the room rate) features fresh, locally sourced ingredients supplied daily by the finest producers in Glasgow.

7. Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel, for five-star pampering

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The living room with a long grey sofa and a mirrored wall in the presidential suite at the Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel

Splash out on a stay at this five-star spa hotel, set in a beautiful Georgian townhouse close to Sauchiehall Street. As soon as you step inside the marble lobby – complete with a grand piano and Italianate columns – you’ll see why it’s regarded as one of the finest luxury hotels in Glasgow. The real showstopper here is the renowned spa; hop between the steaming sauna and icy shower before soaking your tired limbs in the hydrotherapy pool. Top off the day with a negroni in the Salon, followed by fresh-off-the-boat baked sole, drenched in caper butter, at the Iasg seafood restaurant.

8. Hotel Indigo Glasgow, for vintage charm

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Once a former power station, Hotel Indigo Glasgow occupies a beautifully restored 19th-century building. Inside, panelled walls and rich fabrics reflect the heritage. Each room features an oversized bed, Egyptian cotton sheets and a walk-in rainfall shower as standard. Enjoy classic dishes at the on-site Turbine 75 restaurant before strolling to the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall for an evening of high-brow entertainment.

9. The Sherbrooke Castle Hotel, for a stay shrouded in history

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Ever wanted to spend a night in a Scottish castle? While it’s not quite a castle (despite its appearance), this 19th-century baronial villa makes for a dramatic and memorable stay, just a few miles from Glasgow city centre. Book a tower suite for the real storybook experience before heading down for traditional afternoon tea in the library, complete with artfully decorated cakes and champagne upon request. Pollok Country Park and the Burrell Collection are under a 10-minute walk away.

10. Carlton George Hotel, for a convenient base

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The St George’s Tron Church lit up at night

City-centre location? Check. Rooftop restaurant? Check. Complimentary minibars in every room? Check. You couldn’t ask for more from this boutique hotel in Glasgow, next to Queen Street station. If you book a club or executive room, it comes with exclusive access to a seventh-floor lounge with complimentary tea, coffee and house drinks. Shopaholics will appreciate the quick access to fashionable Buchanan Street, while art lovers are a three-minute stroll from the Gallery of Modern Art.

For a cosy stay in Glasgow, check into one of the best B&Bs and guesthouses in the city – bookable now on Culture Trip.

Sarah Warwick contributed additional reporting to this article.

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