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Kimpton Blythswood Square HotelvsBabbity Bowster
Blythswood Square and Babbity Bowster are both rated very highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Blythswood Square scores significantly better than Babbity Bowster. Blythswood Square comes in at #2 in Glasgow with accolades from 8 publications like Rough Guide, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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Oyster
Time Out
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11 Blythswood Square, Glasgow G2 4AD, Scotland
From $176/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This most recent addition to the upper end of the market comes from Edinburgh's vaunted Townhouse Group." Full review
Lonely Planet "In a gorgeous Georgian terrace, this elegant five-star offers plenty of inner-city luxury, with grey and cerise tweeds providing casual soft-toned style throughout." Full review
DK Eyewitness "So much more than a hotel, the Blythswood is the latest addition to the Townhouse Company’s group of hotels."
Rough Guide "A swish but respectful conversion of the landmark Georgian Royal Scottish Automobile Club, on one of the city's loveliest squares. Features a luxury spa.£121-150."
Michelin Guide "Stunning property on delightful Georgian square; formerly the Scottish RAC HQ. Modern decor contrasts with original fittings."
Star Service "This trendy hotel has raised the bar for boutique properties in Glasgow, while offering the diverse facilities of the larger commercial hotels." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"The elegant and luxurious Blythswood Square hotel, housed in a grand Georgian building, overlooks its namesake square." Full review
Time Out "t boasts a destination spa, natty rooms and suites, one of the best cocktails bars in Scotland as well as a rather stylish restaurant." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A large Georgian townhouse hotel in a quiet Glaswegian square, within an easy walk of the city’s major sights, where locally sourced staff are helpful and rooms come with marble bathrooms." Full review
Fodor's "History and luxury come together at this smart conversion of the former headquarters of the Royal Automobile Club of Scotland." Full review
Babbity Bowster Rough Guide Fodor's Lonely Planet
16-18 Blackfriars Street, Glasgow G1 1PE, Scotland
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Rough Guide "Best known as a pub, Babbity Bowster also features six plain but serviceable rooms."
Fodor's "Essentially a pub with rooms, it has simple, no-frills rooms on its second floor. The vibe is friendly, particularly in winter when there is an open fire in the grate." Full review
Lonely Planet "Smack bang in the heart of the trendy Merchant City, this lively, pleasant pub has simple rooms with sleek furnishings and a minimalist design." Full review
