The Pipers' Tryst HotelvsKimpton Blythswood Square Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Blythswood Square scores significantly better than The Pipers' Tryst Hotel. Blythswood Square comes in at #2 in Glasgow with positive reviews from 10 reviewers like Frommer's, Time Out and Star Service.
The Pipers' Tryst Hotel
At The National Piping Centre, 30 - 34 McPhater Street, Glasgow G4 0HW, Scotland
From $76/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
Rough Guide
"Eight soundproofed, (fortunately), hotel-grade rooms attached to the bagpiping centre; a cafe on the ground floor (Mon-Sat) serves breakfasts and evening meals.£61-70."
The Telegraph
7.0
"A wee Scottish gem in a 19th century Italianate church that has been transformed into the National Piping Centre." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The name is no tartan tourist trap; rather this intimate, cosy hotel in a noble building is actually run by the adjacent bagpiping centre, and profits go towards maintaining it." Full review
Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel 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 Telegraph
8.0
"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