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Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotelvsvoco Grand Central Glasgow, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Blythswood Square ranks significantly higher than Grand Central Hotel. Blythswood Square has a TripExpert Score of 93 with endorsements from 10 reviewers such as Oyster, Time Out and Fodor's.
Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Star Service
Oyster
Time Out
The Telegraph
Fodor's Show All Reviews
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
voco Grand Central Glasgow, an IHG Hotel Fodor's Michelin Guide Star Service Oyster The Telegraph
Independent Lonely Planet
99 Gordon Street, Glasgow G1 3SF, Scotland
From $62/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "This hotel certainly deserves its name, as everything about it, from the magnificant marble-floor champagne bar to the ballroom fully restored to its original glory, is grand." Full review
Michelin Guide "Renowned hotel built into the main station; the first W signal broadcast from London was to this hotel. Smart bedrooms aimed at corporate market."
Star Service "This is one of Glasgow's quirky and modern hotels that gives the Malmaison a run for its money." Full review
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Avoid the cramped singles, even if traveling alone, unless on a budget.
Oyster Upscale
"The 226-room Grand Central Hotel is an upscale, landmark property integrated into Glasgow Central station dating back to the late 19th century." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"The star-crossed lovers of Brief Encounter would feel at home in this landmark Victorian railway hotel that forms part of Glasgow Central Station." Full review
Independent "The Victorian-era sparkle is still in place, although the rooms now channel a more modern aesthetic, with a livery of blue, white and taupe; contemporary artwork; and grey-tiled bathrooms."
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Lonely Planet "After a recent rejuvenation, this handsome Victorian hotel is back to its former glory. It's part of the central railway station, and some rooms even overlook the platforms." Full review
