Best Boutique Hotels in Glasgow
Once a small rural settlement, now a cultural hub and home to institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and the National Theatre of Scotland, a thriving music scene earning it UNESCO City of Music and art galleries such as GOMA and Kelvingrove, Glasgow, once overlooked is now rivalling nearby Edinburgh as the destination of choice for a Scottish city break.
Famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, not to mention examples of Scotland’s most celebrated architect and designer, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, bustling river banks and up and coming food and drink scene this UK city is itching to be discovered. Once you have had your fill of culture, head to the west end of the city and sample an eclectic independent shopping scene but not before paying a visit to one of the many parks and green spaces within the city. Perhaps an amble alongside the river that runs alongside Glasgow Green, Glasgow’s oldest park or the idyllic Victoria park full of floral displays and home to a large, picturesque boating pond. At the end of the day, visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to accommodation, from luxury hotels to boutique boltholes, Glasgow has it all.
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Scotland, Lanarkshire, Glasgow, City Centre
House of Gods – Glasgow
Located in Glasgow’s Merchant City, the multi-award-winning House of Gods is a lavish boutique hotel with 28 maximalist rooms and suites. Guests can chose from the Cabin, Classic or Suite categories – all of which are dramatic, opulent and oozing with a flamboyant style. Think four-poster beds, luxurious fabrics oak-panelled walls, a fully-stocked handmade cocktail bar, custom-designed sofas and a roll-top bath. Each abode is a wanton haven that guests will never want to leave, especially if paired with a VIP package, adding a touch of further extravagance to the House of Gods experience. The hotel also comprises elaborate lounges and the Sacred Garden Rooftop where guests can enjoy a range of dining options.
Scotland, Lanarkshire, Glasgow, West End
One Devonshire Gardens by Hotel du Vin
(5 stars)Located on a tree-lined street in Glasgow’s West End, away from the hustle and bustle, the One Devonshire Gardens is a luxury boutique hotel with a class that is part of the Hotel du Vin family. Peaceful and classic, this hotel is a nod to the culture and elegance of centuries past. There are just 49 rooms and suites in the five adjoining townhouses that make up the hotel, and guests can enjoy unparalleled service from some of the world’s best hotel staff.
Scotland, Lanarkshire, Glasgow, City Centre
Malmaison Glasgow
(4 stars)Believe it or not, this boutique hotel was once an Episcopal Church, which lends culture and heritage to the beautiful space. It may have once been a church, but Malmaison is anything but austere. The crowd tends to be young and hip, and each of the rooms are lush and contemporary. Dine at the onsite brasserie for fusion fare or head to the Malbar for an upbeat vibe and wild cocktails that sets the tone for a night of excitement.