The Best Central Luxury Hotels
near The Tall Ship at Riverside

Highly elegant. Stylish. Cosy rooms. Within a tree-lined Victorian terrace, this 5-star boutique hotel is located in the fashionable West End, only 30 minutes' drive from Loch Lomond. Its oak-panelled bistro serves fresh, Scottish cuisine and over 300 wines. Individually designed, each room at Hotel Du Vin Glasgow features a luxurious bed and a modern bathroom with a deep bath and large shower. The atmospheric bistro serves classic and modern cuisine made with local ingredients, including meat from the Queen’s own supplier. Guests can enjoy the daily changing menu with a Scottish influence. The cosy bar and whisky snug area boast over 300 whiskies and 600 wine bins. The in-house wine expert and bar manager can help guests to choose the best wine for them. Glasgow’s Botanic Gardens and Hyndland Rail Station are both just a 10-minute walk. Glasgow’s vibrant centre is less than 10 minutes away by car, while the University of Glasgow is a 20-minute walk. Show full description

Very clean. Great views. Opened November 2021. Located 300 metres from The SSE Hydro, Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC offers 4-star accommodation in Glasgow and features a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a business centre, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is allergy-free and is situated 500 metres from Scottish Event Campus Glasgow. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC each room includes bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Sauchiehall Street and Glasgow Science Centre. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 12 km from Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC. Show full description

Hip. Creative. Cosy rooms. Opened March 2022. Located in Glasgow and with Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum reachable within 500 metres, Boutique 50 provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests at Boutique 50 will be able to enjoy activities in and around Glasgow, like cycling. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Sauchiehall Street, The SSE Hydro and Scottish Event Campus Glasgow. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 13 km from Boutique 50. Show full description

Trendy. Creative. Great views. Radisson RED hotel in Glagsow features 174 rooms, 3 event and games studios, Glasgow’s first official rooftop bar, a fitness room and 76 car parking spaces. The property is located 200 yards from The Hydro, and is a 4-minute walk from the SECC. All rooms at Radisson RED Glasgow are equipped with a flat-screen TV and seating areas, wall art and a private bathroom. Rooms with a view such as the Glasgow skyline, SEC campus and the river are available. The Sweet Suite also features a pool table, private kitchen and living area. The OUIBar + KTCHN is open all day and features food, craft beer, cocktails and a pool table. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of Glasgow as well as bar snacks and drinks at the hotel's Red Sky Bar. Additional facilities include 3 events and games studios. The OUIBar + KTCHN is the hotels food, drink and social hub. Guests can enjoy cocktails or craft beers over a game of pool or while watching TV in the snug. Head upstairs later to watch the sunset over the River Clyde and Glasgow at the hotels RED Sky Bar. Guests can sample the bar's cocktail menu, share tapas and enjoy music from local DJs. Located in the West End adjacent to the SSE Hydro, SEC Armadillo and SEC Centre, Radisson RED Hotel, Glasgow is only 1.5 miles from Buchanan Street. Glasgow Airport is 8 miles from the property, and the nearest rail station is Exhibition Centre, a 7-minute walk away. Show full description

Elegant. Kimpton - Blythswood Square Hotel is in Glasgow city centre, a short walk from Sauchiehall Street. It has been restored to offer luxury rooms with free Wi-Fi and beautiful architecture. The 5-star Glasgow hotel dates from 1823, and was once the home of the Royal Scottish Automobile Club. The restaurant and bar are relaxed and elegant and housed in the former ballroom. You can enjoy afternoon tea in The Salon with its good views and stylish atmosphere. Each bedroom has bathrobes, a digital TV, mp3 system and a marble bathroom. Spa at Blythswood Square is being reimagined. Whilst we’re beyond excited for the amazing new facilities to come, it does mean that there are changes to our offering until summer 2023. Guest can enjoy our all new spa experience whilst staying during our complimentary access times of 7.30am - 9.30am (last entry 9am) and 5pm - 8pm (last entry 7.30pm). Show full description

Great views. Only a few minutes’ walk from the SEC campus, the 4-star Crowne Plaza Glasgow overlooks the River Clyde. It has a leisure club with a pool and spa, as well as a maritime-inspired restaurant and bar. Glasgow Science Centre and BBC Scotland are both just a short walk across the river over the bridge from the Crowne Plaza. The city centre is about 1 mile away, and the Exhibition Centre Rail Station is 0.4 miles’ walk. Each bedroom has air-conditioning and a cable TV with pay-per-view movies. Some rooms have a seating area, whilst all have 24-hour room service and city or river views. Club Moativation has a sauna, gym and steam room, with a range of relaxing spa treatments on offer in the Riverside Beauty . The hotel’s Mariner restaurant serves a creative menu of seasonal Scottish cuisine with views of the river. The relaxed Mariner Bar stocks a range of whiskies. Please note: The hotel is located outside the Low Emission Zone (LEZ). Show full description

Great value. Located near the SECC, SSE Hydro Arena and Clyde Auditorium, Village Hotel Glasgow offers car parking. It boasts Starbucks, 4 meeting rooms for up to 300 guests and a extensive leisure facility including a 20-metre pool, steam room and sauna. This chic hotel has 120 stylish bedrooms which feature free Wi-Fi, a large LED TV, an en-suite bathroom, and an iron. The hotel offers Sky TV and the Sky Sports channel in all bedrooms. Guests can enjoy all-day dining at Village Pub & Grill, which serves a variety of dishes using local produce including meat and vegetable skewers, healthy options and desserts. SECC, SSE Hydro, Clyde Auditorium and Finnieston are within a 5-minute walk. The shopping district and major rail stations are a short 5-minute taxi. Glasgow International Airport is 7 miles away. Show full description

Creative. Elegant. Great restaurant. Dakota Glasgow features 83 luxuriously appointed bedrooms including 11 suites. The fully air conditioned rooms offer a smart TV and media hub with full Sky HD package, complimentary high-speed internet, and contemporary en-suite bathrooms with monsoon showers and bespoke toiletries. Discover more of what makes ours the room of choice above other luxury hotels in Glasgow. It’s the detail that defines the distinctive, bold and beautiful rooms at Dakota Hotel Glasgow. Spacious, quality beds made with high-thread cotton linen to aid your most restful sleep. At the heart of Glasgow City Centre and only 15 minutes’ drive from Glasgow airport, Dakota Hotel is ideally situated for a night on the town or a productive business trip. Situated beside Blythswood Square and a short walk from the city’s shopping district, guests can enjoy the nearby cultural attractions such as the Kelvin Grove Art Gallery & Museum, the Centre for Contemporary Arts, and both the Theatre Royal and Kings Theatre. It is a a short five-minute drive to Hydro, Scottish Event Campus (SEC Centre), and Hampden Park, home to all the main music and sporting events. Dine at the Grill in Dakota Glasgow and feast your eyes on quality, seasonally-inspired produce, a great balance of flavours and pristine presentation. Dakota’s signature impeccable service and stylish interior sets the tone for an unforgettable dining experience at one of the best restaurants in Glasgow. Famous for our steaks, we source our prime cuts from naturally-reared Scotch cattle, before we lightly season and grill to perfection over hot coals. Contemporary twists on seafood classics keeps your tongue tingling, including our famed aromatic monkfish curry. Find yourself a secluded spot and take in our most elegant interior in Jacks Bar, discover The Library and heated outdoor Cigar Terrace. Pull up an armchair, sit back and allow our team to guide you through our cigar selection hosted in our resident humidor - with a great book in one hand and a whisky in the other, this is your perfect place to enjoy a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of life. Quietly tucked away from the noise, but close enough to the action, we’re perfectly located for your next coffee meeting. Dakota’s Jacks Bar boasts a dedicated Champagne Room and offers an extensive drinks list of classic cocktails and wines. Allow our talented mixologists to create the best cocktails in Glasgow just for you. Make your occasion truly special, by reserving one of our two private dining rooms in our Glasgow restaurant. Perfect for an exclusive work lunch or celebratory dinner, you can expect outstanding food, impeccable service and an attentive team to take care of all the details for up to 10 guests. All guests have complimentary access to The Gym two minutes away from Dakota Glasgow, which is open 24 hours. Join us at Dakota Glasgow, and discover the sights and sounds of Glasgow – one of the liveliest cities in Britain. Set against a backdrop of outstanding Victorian architecture, a must-see is the splendour of Scotland’s best-known architect, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, along with the city’s world-famous art collections. You’ll also find some of the best shopping in the United Kingdom outside London here and the most vibrant and exciting nightlife in Scotland. Show full description

Attractively situated in the centre of Glasgow, The Social Hub Glasgow features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a terrace. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 700 metres from George Square, 1.1 km from Glasgow Cathedral and 1.1 km from Buchanan Galleries. Glasgow Queen Street Station is less than 1 km from the hotel, while Glasgow Central Station is a 13-minute walk from the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.2 km from The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Rooms include a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms have a kitchenette fitted with a fridge. At The Social Hub Glasgow each room includes bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, Scottish and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play table tennis at this 4-star hotel, and bike hire is available. The Social Hub Glasgow provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Round-the-clock advice is available at the reception, where staff speak English, Spanish and French. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 13 km from The Social Hub Glasgow. Show full description

Opened February 2023. Located in Glasgow, 1.1 km from Buchanan Galleries, Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel include Glasgow Central Station, George Square and Glasgow Queen Street Station. The property is 1.1 km from The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and within less than 1 km of the city centre. At the hotel, each room has a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a city view. Guest rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at the property. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 12 km from the hotel. Show full description

Great location. Set on the banks of the River Clyde, Hilton Garden Inn offers rooms with views and free WiFi access. The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre and SSE Hydro are both 2 minutes’ walk away, while Glasgow city centre is 10 minutes’ from this Hilton. Glasgow Central railway station is 1.6 km from the property, while Glasgow Airport is 12.6 km away. Each stylish room includes a desk and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms have a modern bathroom and some offer river views. Guests can relax in the dining area, Recess, which serves contemporary dishes made using locally sourced ingredients. You can dine on the terrace or enjoy a drink in the sleek bar. Alternatively, there is the Pavilion Pantry serving food and drinks 24 hours a day. The spacious gym features modern equipment. This Hilton also has guest laundry facilities. Show full description

Very central. Good breakfast. This modern hotel is opposite Glasgow Central Station and features award-winning architecture. It boasts a stunning atrium and rooms with wall-to-ceiling windows. The spacious rooms at the Radisson BLU Glasgow are decorated in soft colours and feature a TV, free WiFi and a minibar. With heated floors and mirrors, bathrooms include bathrobes and slippers. The Grahamston Kitchen offers British cuisine with a twist, and includes a range of signature dishes. The food is produced using fresh ingredients and a selection of wines are also available. The casual Lobby Bar has light meals, coffees and snacks. The hotel is just a 5-minute walk to the Gallery of Modern Art and St.Enoch Shopping Centre. The Royal Concert Hall and George Square are both half a mile away. Show full description

Central. Creative. Superb breakfast. With a central Glasgow location, The Pipers’ Tryst Hotel is a unique 4-star restaurant with rooms located at The National Piping Centre - the home of Scottish Bagpiping. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout and as a registered charity, all profits go back into teaching the bagpipes within Scotland and locations worldwide. The Pipers’ Tryst offers bedrooms decorated in a Scottish theme, and feature en-suite facilities with a bath and double-headed rainfall shower. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, a desk and tea/coffee making facilities. A full Scottish breakfast is included in the room rate with a choice of tea/coffee, fruit juice, a continental buffet and full cooked options. The award-winning restaurant offers an à la carte menu based around ‘farm assured’ produce. The menus change through the seasons and offer fresh local Scottish produce. We feature a selection of hand-selected wines, craft-brewed Scottish beers and cider and bespoke gins from all over Scotland. The attractions of Glasgow city centre are 5 minutes’ walk away. Glasgow School of Art and the RCS are on the doorstep, along with The Theatre Royal, Glasgow Film Theatre and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Show full description

Central. Very clean. Comfortable beds. The 4-star Apex City of Glasgow Hotel is located in the heart of Scotland’s fashion capital. Its idyllic location, eye-catching exterior and tasteful interior makes it the perfect place to stay. Plus, Glasgow Central Station and Queen Street Railway Station are both just a 5 to 10-minute walk away. Featuring boutique bedrooms and sumptuous suites with free Wi-Fi, your Apex adventure awaits. Feel at home in spacious rooms which feature a flat-screen TV, mini fridge, and hot drinks station to cater to all your needs. With a comfy bed and spacious en suite, enjoy showering with Antipodes organic toiletries, helping you to stay green while you stay clean. If you’re feeling extra special, elevate your stay by booking the Duplex Suite which offers a birds-eye view of the city’s skyline. Cots and highchairs are available on request. Make your city stay simple and be well-connected here. On the edge of bustling Bath Street, find yourself surrounded by theatres, shops, and event centres including the SECC and OVO Hydro. It’s adventuring made easy .  Show full description

In Glasgow city centre, the Hilton Glasgow Hotel is set in the heart of the financial district, within walking distance from the main shopping area of the city and with easy access to transport links and the Scottish Exhibition & Conference Centre (SEC). The hotel is just a short walk from King's Theatre, as well as from a multitude of restaurant and bars. It is also within a 15-minute drive from Glasgow International Airport, and a few minutes’ walk from the city's central station. There is good access to the M8 motorway, less than a minute away. A Glaswegian icon for almost 30 years, is Scotland’s leading conference & events hotel and one of the best in the UK. The brand new, elegant, dazzling and functional Grand Ballroom, equipped with the latest technology, is set to attract some of the most famed events, conferences and meetings in the country. With 320 newly refurbished bedrooms, a stylish restaurant & bar and the first Dilmah Tea lounge in the UK Hilton Glasgow is the perfect place for business and leisure alike. Guests can enjoy a quick bite to eat or an intimate dinner as well as signature cocktails in the Whisky Mist restaurant & bar. 24-hour room service is also available. Relax, train and recharge in Hilton Glasgow's stylish Health & Fitness Club. With a 20 yards swimming pool, sauna, steam room, a state-of-the-art gym with the newest equipment as well as personal training and treatments by PURE Spa & Beauty, it is perfect for every fitness and wellness need! Please note advance booking is required for access to the pool, spa bath, sauna and steam room areas. 90 minute slots are available at a £10 charge per adult and £20 for families. Limited pool slots are available. Access to the gym area is free of charge to hotel guests. Show full description

Super central. Stylish. Comfortable beds. Found in an Edwardian building formerly home to the Anchor Line Shipping Company’s headquarters, this city centre aparthotel is inspired by a 1920s ocean liner. With original 1906 features, there are glazed tiles, terrazzo flooring, timber wall-panelling, fireplaces and even the original safes. With a 24-hour reception, concierge and on-site breakfast at the Anchor Line restaurant on the ground floor, Native Glasgow is located next to George Square. All units include a seating area, a TV, an equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom. A dishwasher, a microwave and fridge are also available, as well as a kettle. The penthouse apartments also feature a terrace. The on-site restaurant specialises in European cuisine. Citizens' Theatre is 1.1 km from the aparthotel, while Glasgow Royal Infirmary is 1.3 km from the property. Show full description

Elegant. Friendly staff. Good breakfast. This magnificent, baronial building offers luxury bedrooms, a bar, restaurant and conference facilities that cater for up to 200 people. Sherbrooke Castle Hotel is situated on the south side of Glasgow in the stunning surroundings of Pollokshields. It is an ideal location for both business and leisure guests and as a wedding venue. The Morrison restaurant offers an à la carte menu for lunch and dinner. The hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Glasgow city centre and 15 minutes from Glasgow International Airport. Show full description

Opened May 2022. Well set in Glasgow, Clayton Hotel Glasgow City provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 700 metres from Glasgow Central Station. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some feature river views. All guest rooms include a wardrobe. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Clayton Hotel Glasgow City include Buchanan Galleries, The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall and George Square. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 12 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Opened November 2022. Aparthotel Adagio Glasgow Central, a property with a fitness centre, is situated in Glasgow, 1.1 km from Buchanan Galleries, 1.1 km from The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, as well as 1.1 km from George Square. This 4-star aparthotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 700 metres from Glasgow Central Station. Glasgow Queen Street Station is 1.1 km from Aparthotel Adagio Glasgow Central, while Glasgow Cathedral is 1.9 km from the property. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, a TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. All units have a safety deposit box. Buffet and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available each morning at the aparthotel. A minimarket is available at the aparthotel. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 12 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Opened July 2023. Boasting a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow is set in the centre of Glasgow, 100 metres from George Square. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow the rooms come with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or vegetarian options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Glasgow Cathedral, Buchanan Galleries and Glasgow Queen Street Station. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 13 km from AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow. Show full description