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1. Dakota Glasgow

2. Radisson RED Glasgow

3. Doubletree By Hilton Glasgow Central

4. Travelodge Glasgow Queen Street Hotel

5. Native Glasgow

6. ibis Styles Glasgow Central

7. Apex City of Glasgow Hotel

8. Hotel du Vin at One Devonshire Gardens

9. Hilton Glasgow

10. Motel One Glasgow

11. Travelodge Glasgow Govan

12. Premier Inn Glasgow City Centre Buchanan Galleries Hotel

13. ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square

14. Point A Hotel Glasgow

15. Grasshoppers Hotel Glasgow

16. Premier Inn Glasgow Pacific Quay (SECC) hotel

17. Travelodge Glasgow Paisley Road Hotel

18. voco Grand Central Glasgow, an IHG Hotel

19. The Z Hotel Glasgow

20. Premier Inn Glasgow City Centre (George Square) hotel

21. Travelodge Glasgow Central

22. Hampton by Hilton Glasgow Central

23. Maldron Hotel Glasgow

24. Easyhotel Glasgow City Centre

25. Novotel Glasgow Centre Hotel

26. Argyll Hotel

27. Holiday Inn Express Glasgow - City Ctr Riverside, an IHG Hotel

28. Campanile Hotel

29. ibis budget Glasgow

30. Leonardo Inn Hotel Glasgow West End

Glasgow Hotels Information

Get ready for temperatures that dip below freezing, plenty of rain, and even occasional snow when coming to Glasgow in this season. You’ll need to pack wisely for the year’s coldest weather in December, January, and February. Though it’s a less popular season among tourists, winter in Glasgow can still sparkle.

Annual national celebrations like St. Andrew’s Day (November 30), Hogmanay (New Year’s), and Burns Night (January 25) light up Glasgow’s darkest days.

Bargain-hunters will find the seasonal drop in hotel rates a major boon and a good reason to check out some luxury lodging. (Just avoid booking during major events.)

Only-in-winter traditions, like Christmas markets and ice rinks, give the city a storybook charm.

The whole city shakes off its winter slumber in spring, as days grow longer and temperatures warm. But this better weather draws tourists and locals alike out, so expect more energy and more crowds as the thermometer inches up.

Spring is the perfect time to explore Glasgow’s outstanding parks like Kelvingrove and Pollok Country Park, when the trees and flowers explode into megawatt color.

With spring’s warmer weather comes the resurgence of Glasgow’s great outdoor dining patios, rooftop bars, and beer gardens.

Leave those galoshes at home. Take advantage of April’s drier weather, since it’s among the least rainy months of the year in Glasgow.

Summertime fun vibes are in full effect during this season. By the solstice, daylight bathes the city nearly 18 hours a day, with temperatures peaking in July and August. And while downpours and drizzles are common in this season, neither Glaswegians nor tourists let it slow them down.

Glasgow is a city that’s proud of its sports teams, with two of Scotland’s biggest teams based in the city plus a pro rugby team. Score tickets to a match for a day out that showcases the city’s sport spirit.

Festivals and events bring live music, performances, and food vendors to Glasgow’s streets and parks. The West End Festival, The Merchant City Festival, Summer Nights at the Bandstand in Kelvingrove Park, and the TRNSMT Festival are just a few of the many ways to join the summer fun.

The joys of a Glasgow summer aren’t a secret, so prepare for price hikes and booked-solid hotels.

After the nonstop buzz of summertime, Glasgow slouches into a relaxed, cozy fall, with days growing shorter and temperatures cooling. Festivities continue, with celebrations that spotlight the season. Tip: Glasgow has a hidden dry season in October, which often sees less rain than the other months of fall.

Autumnal colors grace the city, bringing in warm reds, yellows, and oranges through the leaves. To immerse yourself in fall color, head to a treesy spot like Glasgow Green, Kelvingrove, or the Botanic Garden.

In Glasgow, easier hotel booking than in summer and lower rates are perks of the fall season.

Fall is a festival-filled season. Dance International Glasgow, multiple gin festivals, harvest fests, and major music events that span the spectrum from traditional to trance light up the autumn months.

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Explore glasgow, scotland from our city centre hotel.

Experience Scotland from the welcoming comfort and modern style of Glasgow Marriott Hotel. Our 4 star hotel is ideally situated in the city centre near premier Glasgow attractions like OVO Hydro, Hampden Park and the University of Glasgow, plus vibrant shopping, nightlife and dining. Unwind after a busy day of sightseeing in our expansive rooms and suites, all of which feature flat-screen TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi. Family rooms with connecting doors are also available, as are Executive Level accommodations. Conduct business with ease in our Executive Lounge, where inviting spaces and special perks await. Prioritise your well-being in our hotel's leisure club showcasing a sparkling indoor pool, a modern gym, and a sauna. Savour mouthwatering British fare at Cast Iron Grill or pamper yourself in our serene day spa. Host your next meeting or event at our conference hotel. We offer plenty of on-site parking, hi-tech meeting spaces and superb catering; let our team help you plan your successful event.

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Check-in: 3:00 pm

Check-out: 12:00 pm

Minimum Age to Check In: 18

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Pets Not Allowed

No pets allowed – Service animals allowed.

On-Site Parking

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Cast Iron Grill

Gather at our family friendly hotel restaurant. Cast Iron Grill serves up classic British cuisine with a modern twist, utilizing regionally sourced ingredients as a foundation. Discover sumptuous dining in the heart of Glasgow city centre.

Relish in the laid-back atmosphere of Brew Bar Lounge. Located in the hotel bar, this casual restaurant serves hearty fare for lunch and dinner, as well as craft beer, ciders and cocktails.

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Spa In The City

Escape the non-stop energy of Glasgow city centre at Spa In The City, which offers luxurious services in a tranquil environment. Located within the hotel, our spa features advanced facial treatments, stress-busting massage therapy and more.

Glasgow Marriott Fitness Club

Our hotel gym offers cardio equipment, weight training machines, hand weights and skill tools

Swimming pool

Let Your Stay Take You Further

Broaden your experience with us, whether by deepening your knowledge of cocktails in our Greatroom or learning something new with Manchester United.

Food for Your Journey

Pick up a fresh snack on your way out or linger over a meal with us. From light bites to classics with a local twist, enjoy food that is familiar yet elevated beyond the expected.

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Bring thoughtfully chosen details from our home to yours, from our iconic Marriott Pillow to our bath and body collection.

Getting Here

500 Argyle Street, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, G3 8RR

Public bus to city;on request

Executive Car; fee: 125 GBP (one way) ;reservation required

Executive Car; fee: 100 GBP (one way) ;reservation required

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Accepts: Credit Cards

Concierge desk service

Property has elevators

Vending Machine

Languages spoken by staff: English, Spanish, Czech, Russian, Polish

For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +44 141-226-5577

Accessible on-site parking

Service Animals are Welcome

Van Accessible on-site parking

Accessible Entrance to On-Site Pool

Entrance to On-Site Business Center is Accessible

Entrance to On-Site Fitness Center is Accessible

Entrance to On-Site Spa is Accessible

Main Entrance is Accessible

Meeting Spaces are Accessible

On-Site Restaurants are Accessible

Room and Suites Access through the Interior Corridor

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Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand

Alarm Clock Telephone Ringers

Bathtub Grab Rails

Closed Caption TV

Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors

Electronic Room Key

Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing

Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors

Lowered Deadbolts on Guest Room Doors

Lowered Electrical Outlets

Lowered Night Guards on Guest Room Doors

Lowered Viewports in Guest Room Doors

Mobility accessible rooms

Non-slip Grab Rails in the Bathroom

Roll-in Shower

Room Windows Open

Safety Chains and/or Latches on Guest Doors

Secondary Locks on Room Windows

Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled

Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors

The Green Key Certified

Carbon Footprint: 19.41 kg per room night

Water Footprint: 375.3 liters per room night

Guest Room Recycling

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The check-in time at Glasgow Marriott Hotel is 3:00 pm and the check-out time is 12:00 pm.

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Pets Not Allowed (No pets allowed – Service animals allowed.)

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Lined with Georgian buildings, George Square is the city’s focal point and the spot for Glasgow Hogmanay celebrations. Fanning out from here are streets housing venues for the city’s main love: music. From classical concerts to up-and-coming bands, there's something for everybody.

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Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, is an amazing city to visit for many reasons. Situated on the River Clyde, this vibrant city seamlessly blends sophistication and rugged charm. Glasgow is often overlooked by tourists in favor of the capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh. Glasgow is the larger city of the two in terms of size and personality. It is definitely worth a visit. The city itself is special for our author, Graham Grieve, as it is here where he runs his company; SEO Glasgow , based in the city center. If you’re ever visiting – pop in and say hello.

The city offers rich history, astonishing architecture, and a great music scene. It also has amazing shopping and great restaurants. The people of Glasgow, Glaswegians, have a reputation for being friendly, fun, and full of character. There’s no denying that when you visit they will help make sure that you have a good time.

Whether you are looking for a fancy hotel and spa accommodation, a west-end apartment, or a little bit of camping nearby, we have got you covered. Let’s take a look at the vast variety of accommodation in Glasgow…

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Hotel Glasgow

If you are looking for luxury when booking hotels, Glasgow will not disappoint you. Here are a few top picks for hotel accommodation in Glasgow. . .

Grand Central Hotel

Step off the train and into the lap of luxury of one of the most iconic hotels in Glasgow. This beautiful, landmark accommodation in Glasgow was built in the late 19th century. It is one of the famous Great British railway hotels and a huge piece of history.

If you stay in this hotel you will be sleeping under that same roof that once hosted both Winston Churchill and Frank Sinatra. It’s no small thing to know that you have made the same Glasgow hotel booking as some of the most famous men in history! The hotel’s iconic champagne central bar is a great place to unwind after a long day exploring the city. The hotel feels brand new and rich with history at the same time. All of the rooms are of the highest standard and offer both design and comfort.

Blythswood Hotel & Spa

If you are looking to relax in style then this accommodation in Glasgow is ideal. Set within gorgeous Georgian architecture, this 5-star hotel and spa has everything you need to use to unwind. Every room in this hotel accommodation l has been designed and decorated to the highest possible quality. The interiors of this hotel need to be seen to be believed. The bars and foyers are basically brand new.

Rennie Mackintosh

In the heart of Scotland’s largest city, you will find the iconic Rennie Mackintosh hotel. A hotel booking in Glasgow that will immerse you in the ‘ Father of Styles’  artwork. This cozy hotel offers a more intimate setting than some of the new and modern hotels. The building is one of the oldest Victorian buildings in Glasgow. It is the most highly recommended online hotel booking Glasgow has to offer. Highly recommended for those with a keen interest in the famous architects’ work.

B&B Glasgow

If you are looking for a little bit more intimacy during your stay then B&B accommodation in Glasgow might be a better option…

The Alamo Guest House 

Set within a Victorian building this elegantly decorated accommodation overlooks Kelvingrove Park. The 4-star property was built in the 19th century. It has now been revamped to promise a sophisticated stay in beautiful rooms. It’s a short 20 minutes from the city centre. It is one of the most loved and top-rated bed and breakfast Glasgow has to offer.

The Charing Cross Hotel

This affordable little guest house accommodation is based a few minutes walk from Charing Cross train station. It can be found right in between the City Centre and the West End. This modest Glasgow b&b makes a great base for short visits. It is popular with couples and people visiting students based at the University of Glasgow.

The Belhaven Hotel

Advertised as an intimate hotel, the Belhaven offers you a hotel quality room with guest house intimacy. There are only four large rooms available in the property. Contactless entry is available. The guest house is arguably the most luxurious Glasgow bed and breakfast. This accommodation is situated in the heart of the west end. Everything you need can be found on the doorstep. A continental breakfast is served each morning with a cooked breakfast available for an additional fee.

Glasgow Guest House

Four miles south of the city you will find the Glasgow Guesthouse. Situated only a few hundred feet from Rennie Mackintosh’s House of an Art lover and Pollok country park. This accommodation is in an idyllic quiet location. It has easy access to the city and you can also find highland cows nearby This accommodation in Glasgow is a perfect little home away from home. Every room has been decorated to a high standard. It comes with a guest lounge filled with books and board games.

Glasgow Cottages

Unfortunately, you won’t find any cottage accommodation in Glasgow centre. Slightly out with the center, you can find heaps of welcoming cottages. Glasgow city being so close to the countryside comes with this great advantage. If you would like to immerse yourself in nature during your stay and escape the city at night, you can. We have picked out a few of the best cottage accommodation options close by for you to consider.

Glenmill Cottage

This delightful cottage accommodation is set within a wooded glen. You will find Angora goats and Shetland ponies running around nearby. This central yet private accommodation is ideally located for exploring the best of central Scotland. Stirling Castle is under 15 minutes away. Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Loch Lomond are less than one hour away by car. If you plan to visit each of these places on your trip to Scotland, which we recommended. Then this cottage accommodation will allow you a comfortable and homely place to rest your head at night before another big day of exploring.

The Calving Shed

If you are planning a romantic trip away, this cozy cottage accommodation for two is worth considering. It is a more intimate accommodation option than those in Glasgow city. Boasting a private hot tub and a wood burner, this barn conversion is perfect for a romantic break away. Dogs are welcome. The accommodation has a lovely open plan living space, bedroom bathroom, and kitchen with a dining area.

It’s based on a working farm with woodland walks on your doorstep, Glasgow a short drive away, and only 35 minutes away from Loch Lomond and various other national treasures.

Camping Glasgow

The wonderful thing about Scotland is that the cities are not far away from the heart of nature and beautiful lochs, beaches, and islands. If you happen to be a fan of outdoor accommodation and star gazing Glasgow camping is a great location. Many of the places you can camp. have easy access to the city for the day trips.

Strathclyde Country Park Caravan Club Site

Strathclyde country park boasts 1,000 acres of mature woodlands, wetlands, wildlife refuges, and neat open parkland. The park also has its own loch. The campsite is inside the popular Glasgow park which also offers historical sites and a theme park nearby. Glasgow is within easy reach of the site which is perfect for family adventures.

Trossachs Holiday Park

Twenty miles from Glasgow you will find Trossachs National Park based on the edge of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Staying in this peaceful camping accommodation, you will be surrounded by lochs, glens, and mountains. Less than an hour away from the museums, restaurants, and nightlife of the city.

Other Accommodation Options in Glasgow, Clyde & Ayrshire

• Ayr Accommodation
• Girvan Accommodation
• Greenock Accommodation
• Helensburgh Accommodation
• Kilmarnock Accommodation
• Largs Accommodation
• Motherwell Accommodation
• Paisley Hotels
• Troon Accommodation

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Accommodation

Explore research and insights on Scotland's accommodation offering.

• The Scottish Accommodation Occupancy Survey (SAOS) gathers data on occupancy in Scotland's tourist accommodation. The data is based on a sample of accommodation providers via an opt-in voluntary survey.
• The survey is commissioned by VisitScotland. It is carried out by the research agency, The Moffat Centre for Travel and Tourism Business Development.
• The survey provides insight into overnight stays in Scotland via annual reports and regular monthly sector reports for the current year.
• Five accommodation sectors are included (hotels, guesthouses / B&B, self-catering, hostels, caravan and camping).

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1. monthly accommodation sector reports 2023, 2. key statistics, 3. annual report 2022, 4. executive summary 2022, 5. previous reports, 6. how you can take part.

Monthly reports are available for each accommodation sector for 2023 and earlier. Each monthly report compares occupancy figures with the same month in the previous year. View occupancy rates per room, bed or pitch, region, star-rating and more.

B&Bs and guesthouses

Browse our research and insights on Scotland’s B&Bs and guesthouses during the past year.

Camping and caravans

Browse our research and insights on Scotland’s camping and caravanning sector during the past year.

Browse our research and insights on Scotland’s hostel offering during the past year.

Browse our research and insights on Scotland’s hotel offering during the past year.

Self-catering

Browse our research and insights on Scotland’s self-catering offering during the past year.

Average occupancy figures 2022

Average Scottish hotel occupancy in 2022

Average Scottish guesthouse / B&B occupancy in 2022

Average self-catering occupancy in 2022

Source: Scottish Accommodation Occupancy Survey 2022

Average tariffs 2022

Average overnight hotel tariff 2022 (peak season)

Average overnight guesthouse / B&B tariff 2022 (peak season)

Average tariff for a week's self-catering stay 2022 (peak season)

Download the annual report to find key highlights and insight for each accommodation sector (hotels, guesthouse / B&B, self-catering, touring accommodation, hostels).

2022 Scottish Accommodation Occupancy Survey final report

Published December 2022

2022 has shown a steady rise in occupancy levels across all sectors due to a gradual recovery within the industry post COVID-19.

Occupancy within the Serviced Sector has shown strong percentage point increases from the start of the year.

Some providers reported an increase in international guests compared with the previous year and stock availability increases with several providers beginning trading again following an extended closure over the lockdown period.

Various Independent guesthouse / B&B’s have reported a continued lull in business due to the extended effect of COVID-19.

Other factors reported were closures of tourist attractions in certain areas and because of the increasing popularity of AirBNB.

Hotels 2022 summary

• hotel room occupancy reached a peak in July and August at 83.7%
• average peak RevPAR was £268.20 achieved in February
• the most popular booking method was directly with hotel accommodation, followed by "other" which includes booking sites and agents
• 99% of all participating hotels had their own website, with the majority also listing on TripAdvisor (87%). Facebook continued to be popular in 2022 with 85% having their own page to promote their accommodation. YouTube was used by 12% of hotels

Guesthouse / B&B 2022 summary

• guesthouses/B&B room occupancy reached a peak in July at 74.8%
• the most popular booking method was direct booking, followed by "walk-in". "Other" booking channels such as booking sites, proved less popular in 2022
• all participating guesthouse, B&B providers had their own website, with the majority also listing on TripAdvisor (83%). Facebook was also popular in 2022 with over 50% providers having their own page to promote their accommodation. X (Twitter) was used by just over a quarter of guesthouse, B&B providers.

Self-catering 2022 summary

• self-catering unit occupancy reached a peak in July at 60.3%
• other booking methods were cited as most popular by 79% of self-catering accommodation providers. These include booking agents and channels such as SuperControl and Discover Scotland.
• 97% of all participating Self-Catering accommodation providers had their own website. Just over two-thirds had a Facebook page, with just over 60% of participants using TripAdvisor. X (Twitter) was used by just over 50% of participants, however just over a fifth used YouTube (22%).

Discover how accommodation statistics have changed over time with past annual reports.

2021 Scottish Accommodation Occupancy Survey final report

Published August 2022

2020 Scottish Accommodation Occupancy Survey final report

Published April 2021

2019 Scottish Accommodation Occupancy Survey final report

Published July 2020

Accommodation businesses are encouraged to take part in the survey. Businesses can enter their data using an online tool which is free, quick, and easy to use.

There are lots of ways businesses can benefit from taking part. By entering data, accommodation businesses can:

• monitor their own business performance
• receive reports back to benchmark against others
• use the results as a proof of performance for funding or loan purposes
• store occupancy figures so that over time trends and areas for growth can be identified
• receive additional extracts from the Moffat Centre’s Visitor Attraction Barometer to provide further insight on tourism in the local area

If you are a Scottish accommodation business and would like to benefit from this free opportunity to monitor your occupancy, email the Moffat Centre on [email protected]  or by phone on 0141 331 8400.

Scottish Accommodation Occupancy Survey

Our interactive dashboard.

This interactive dashboard shows occupancy data from 2011 onwards. Browse occupancy in your sector or area. For the best experience, you may want to open this in Chrome.

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The 16 Best Hotels in Scotland

By Steve King

Some of the best hotels in Scotland exist outside of the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow—that's not to say you can't find somewhere exceptional to stay wherever you wish to lay your head. Whether you're looking for a cosmopolitan city break or hoping to explore Scotland's stunning coastline on the road trip of a lifetime, there's somewhere stunning for any type of traveler.

The key to finding a Scottish hotel is to consider what suits your trip: Will you be looking for memorable cocktails, unique shops, and a buzzy atmosphere? Or are you more about long walks, scenic views, and cozy evenings in front of a fire? Whatever your decision, we're confident our pick of the best hotels in Scotland will inspire the trip of a lifetime. Scroll through for our favorites, in no particular order.

All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. If you book something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Cameron House, Loch Lomand Arrow

A prized spot on the beautiful bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, this quintessential Scottish property is precisely the wild, romantic tangle of towers, turrets, and castellations you would wish it to be. Cameron House 's notable previous guests have included Winston Churchill and Barack Obama, and yet the hotel remains delightfully unpretentious. Rooms are a lovely sight to behold, with beds so high I almost needed a running jump to reach, and draped in all manner of tactile decadence—velvet Bonn headboards, plump pillows embroidered with thistle motifs, and tartan blankets. There are plenty of trad pursuits to blow away the cobwebs with, from fishing and country walks to spa treatments and two golf courses. Follow them up with afternoon tea in the gloriously golden lobby bar, or go the stiff option at the tartan-clad Great Scots’ Bar, home to over 300 whiskies. This is a spot where the whole crew can bed down too—wee ones are well catered for with dedicated menus (even for afternoon tea), pools and water slides in the onsite leisure center, plus a magical fairy trail to follow and gifted teddy bears to take home. — Lauren Burvill

Gleneagles Townhouse, Edinburgh Arrow

This much-awaited opening brought plenty of excitement to Edinburgh when it opened its doors in the summer of 2022, and rightly so. Housed in two adjacent buildings on the easterly side of St Andrew Square, this is ostensibly – though not entirely –  a members’ club . Still, non-members can dine in the  restaurant  (spectacular), stay in the  rooms  (delightful) and get squiffy in the  rooftop bar  (terrific). In fact, there are only a few things that overnighting non-members cannot do.

In the Townhouse, you can perceive a family resemblance to the original Gleneagles, though in terms of temperament—as well as scale, tone, and emphasis – she is very much her own person. Those who are charmed by teensy-weensy attic spaces with low ceilings and dormer windows overlooking the neighbors’ rooftops will love the Nook-category rooms. Those craving a little more space and a more expansive view – and not averse to some muted tram-rattle and bleeping in the street outside – will prefer the Masters. There is also a category, House, in between. And the restaurant, which has quickly become a mainstay of travel social media feeds, is particularly wonderful.

Rusacks St Andrews

To golf enthusiasts, the Old Course at St Andrews is hallowed ground—and Rusacks is separated from it by nothing more than a low wooden rail. To non-golfers, the hotel is a charming, historic base from which to explore charming, historic St Andrews. The city’s other principal points of interest—the cathedral and castle ruins, the harbor and pier, and the university—are within easy walking distance. The magnificent beach where the opening sequence of Chariots of Fire was filmed is directly opposite, just beyond that broad strip of well-mowed lawn, sorry, beyond the golf course. Following a change of ownership and a major refurbishment, Rusacks reopened in 2021. The rooms are Victorian in style, with Scottish accents and golf-related accouterments, plus big bathrooms and Chrome-enabled TVs so golfers can live-stream tournaments from elsewhere in the world even if there is one taking place below their balcony at the same time. Look out for the sculpted godwits in the chandeliers—a lovely touch, easily missed. The brand-new rooftop restaurant, 18, is a fine-dining affair that specializes in beef, game, and seafood. The views are as delicious as anything on the menu—possibly the best views in town if you step onto the narrow outdoor terrace (which, rather wonderfully, includes a tiny putting green of its own).

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Located in the Old Town, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh occupies a prime spot on curvy, hilly Victoria Street, and comprises not one but several connected buildings that extend all the way down to Cowgate. The 222 rooms are all, irrespective of their size, designed in a “two-chamber” style, with sliding doors separating both sleeping/living and bathroom areas, dividing them up in a way that is intended to enhance rather than diminish the sense of space. The Commons Club Restaurant and Bar are both terrific —notable additions to a city already blessed with more than its share of excellent restaurants and bars.

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The Dipping Lugger, Ullapool

The view of Loch Broom, on the north-west coast of Scotland from the Dipping Lugger in Ullapool is terrific. This small, staycationer's dream has just three rooms, each different in tone and atmosphere but all equally cozy and comfortable. The food and drink are the main event, though—a tasting menu of seven courses is served at dinner, and four courses at lunch. (Breakfast is served to overnight guests only.) The dining room has space for 18, though it feels smaller and more intimate than that. It makes for a truly special, intimate stay.

Waldorf Astoria, Edinburgh – The Caledonian Arrow

Expect nothing but grandeur from “ The Caley ” (which remains The Caley, no matter what the ownership), one of Edinburgh’s two majestic old railway spots (the other being Rocco Forte’s Balmoral ). The sheer scale of the property is impressive, as are the unbeatable views and excellent location. There’s an array of room categories, from a single-bed eyrie with castle views to a range of suites, all different in dimensions and decor, but all classic-contemporary in style. The rooms on the Lothian Road side have the money view of the smoldering black outline of the Castle on its rock.

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If nothing else, Glenapp Castle —once the home of P&O supremo Lord Inchcape—proves that this criminally overlooked corner of Ayrshire does grand baronial-style architecture, moody coastline, rolling moorland, picturesque livestock, and eccentric aristocrats just as well as anywhere else in Scotland. The castle is approached by means of a lovely mile-long drive that winds its way up through a densely forested gorge so wildly luxuriant, so thick with ferns, firs, rhododendrons, and redwoods as to seem almost otherworldly.

This pleasantly disorientating sensation is dispelled as you emerge at the threshold of the castle itself, a textbook affair of towers, turrets, and battlements. From one side, you look onto an immaculately ordered walled garden by Gertrude Jekyll; from the other, across the Irish Sea towards Ailsa Craig, the Mull of Kintyre, and the Isle of Arran. Glenapp reopened in 2021 after extensive renovation. A fantastic new four-bedroom penthouse suite was unveiled. The entire place is a paradise for families and anyone with an outdoorsy bent. The hotel’s Hebridean Sea Safari—a tour of the neighboring islands with an experienced RNLI skipper and a marine biologist, glamping in fancy tents on remote shores, catered to by a private chef—is not to be missed.

The Balmoral, Edinburgh Arrow

Thanks to its imposing 190-foot clock tower, Edinburgh’s original grand dame The Balmoral is a local landmark and an unmistakable part of the Scottish capital’s skyline. The neo-Renaissance building sitting on Princes Street opened in 1902 as the North British Railway Hotel. A few years ago, the Rocco Forte group gave the place a makeover—all fern greens and heather purples. Most of the rooms have soaring ceilings and gentle nods to Scottish heritage without relying too heavily on tartans and biscuit tin clichés. There’s a Michelin-starred restaurant, Number One; an elegant Palm Court for afternoon tea; and the Brasserie Prince, a more relaxed spot for supper; as well as two bars, private dining rooms, and a spa. Edinburgh’s first stately hotel is still its finest.

Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire Arrow

The most famous hotel in Scotland had a seriously slick makeover in 2017. Ennismore, the group behind the smartly urban Hoxton hotels, took the 1920s property under its wing and brought in design studio Goddard Littlefair to oversee the costume change. Rather than leaning into any twee, tartan Scottish clichés, Paisley fabrics and wood paneling nod to the Georgian heritage but keep things fresh and far from dusty. But really, you come here to be outside—this is a hunting and fishing hotspot, with 850 acres of grounds to explore across the heathery Ochil Hills. There is a cluster of restaurants, including the two Michelin-starred Restaurant Andrew Fairlie and the more laidback Birnham Brasserie. This is a place to embrace Scotland’s history and landscapes and is easily one of the most all-encompassing places to stay anywhere in the UK. A true classic.

Voco Grand Central Hotel Glasgow

No other hotel in Glasgow is more intimately connected to the city than this one, physically, socially, and sentimentally. The location—its walls form two sides of the Central Station—is unique. Most locals will have had something to do with it—will have had a drink or dinner there, attended a wedding reception or a work event, will have looked up to check the time on its splendid clock tower. Many city-center hotels exist in isolation from their surroundings, full of people from elsewhere. The Grand Central is not like that—it is Glasgow in miniature. Acquired in 2018 by the InterContinental Hotels Group, it reopened, extensively renovated, under their voco brand name in 2021.

The rooms are comfortable and contemporary yet retain enough of their Victorian swank (and quirks) to lift them out of the ordinary. The gigantic globe chandelier above the Champagne Bar, a glitterball de luxe , might almost serve as a civic emblem, suspended between a gold-leaf-encrusted ceiling and a fine marble floor, while at neighboring tables laddies and lassies partake in fizz and blether on to each other, and wee wise grannies who’ve heard all that before make quick work of their Porn Star Martinis, and outside the currents of a great city go swirling by.

Kinloch Lodge, Isle of Skye Arrow

This is the centuries-old home of the McDonald clan, a former hunting lodge on the Isle of Skye that’s still looked after by the family. Windows overlook the inky sea-loch Na Dal and across to Skye’s craggy mountains. Inside Kinloch Lodge , the beds are voluminous and set beneath 16th-century portraits of former Stuart kings, and there’s cinnamon-buttered oatmeal for breakfast. On that note, the kitchen really is something special, care of chef Jordan Webb who has swapped tasting menus for a more pared-back affair that hones in on local produce. All the bedrooms have widescreen loch views, fires roar throughout, and there’s a spa where long-serving masseuse Anita Myatt oversees a holistic menu of treatments.

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In 2009 Manuela and Iwan Wirth—arguably the most influential contemporary art dealers in the world today—transformed Durslade Farm, a working farm near Bruton, Somerset into a wildly successful gallery-guesthouse-restaurant combo. Mud, manure, macrobiotics, and masterpieces. Ten years later they put a similar kind of lightning in a different sort of bottle at the other end of the country, in the Scottish Highlands with the Fife Arms , a former hunting lodge in Braemar not far from Balmoral Castle.

Balmoral was the preferred rural hideout of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Together they more or less invented the tartan-clad, caber-tossing, shortbread-tin version of Scottishness that most of us these days accept as historical fact. The Fife Arms takes this quaint fantasy, spikes its whisky with acid, electrifies the bagpipes, and dials them up to 11.

It would be difficult to overstate the strangeness of the place or the sense of childlike wonder to which it gives rise. Scotland has some fine hotels but the Fife Arms is something else. For now, at least, it’s in a category all its own.

The Belmond Royal Scotsman

The outfit that runs this experience, Belmond, used to be called Orient-Express—and you've probably heard the name. As well as the familiar Venice-Simplon affair, Belmond operates lots of other similarly glamorous rail routes, together with some of the world’s top hotels, including the Cadogan in London, the Cipriani in Venice, and the Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro. The lusciousness quotient of these places is replicated aboard the Royal Scotsman; the main difference between those brick-and-mortar hotels and this hotel on wheels is a difference of scale. Belmond offers half a dozen or so itineraries across Scotland, varying in route and duration. All involve excursions off the train to visit castles , whisky distilleries, seal colonies, and much more. Don’t forget to pack your penguin suit or ballgown, as appropriate—people traveling on the Royal Scotsman really do wear these things—the fun of dancing late at night on an empty station platform somewhere in the Highlands with a group of similarly gussied-up fellow travelers, is not to be underestimated.

Killiehuntly Farmhouse and Cottages Arrow

The good life never looked better than it does at this impeccably renovated 16th-century farmhouse set on a 4,000-acre Highland estate near Kingussie, south of Inverness. There are four double rooms upstairs in the farmhouse, a hayloft above the steadings, and two self-catering cottages. Only one of the farmhouse rooms has an en suite bathroom, which, if nothing else, increases your sense of being at home rather than in a hotel—but all are decorated with great flair and subtlety. The style is a charming Scandi-Scot hybrid, combining sleek, angular, modern Danish design with a stodgy, four-square, Highland farmhouse vernacular. Hence you’ll find your Bamse chair sprouting a shaggy Shetland sheepskin, pale linen curtains framing your shuttered sash windows, and thickly knotted rugs in elegantly hushed tones to soften and warm the bare wooden floorboards. In short, not a trace of the usual Victorian tartan-and-antlers kitsch.

Congratulations for which are due in large measure to Anne Holch Povlsen, the wife of Anders Holch Povlsen, a Danish billionaire and conservationist who, with various Wildland-branded properties (of which Killiehuntly is one), not long ago leapfrogged the Duke of Buccleuch to become the largest private landowner in Scotland.

Lundies House

The latest addition to the portfolio of Wildland properties owned by Anders Hoch Povlsen, an extremely rich Dane, and his wife Anne, is a Victorian manse in the tiny town of Tongue, near the top of mainland Scotland, two-and-a-bit hours from Inverness. The town comprises a couple of pubs, a post office, a doctor’s surgery, a handful of bungalows, and not much else. There are four double rooms at Lundies House , three in an adjoining building, and a self-catering, two-bedroom bunkhouse suitable for families.

The style throughout is muted, pared-down, and a little woolly-bobbly-scratchy—yet utterly sumptuous in that way that northern Europeans do better than anyone else. Rustic, yes, but only if your definition of rustic includes museum-quality furniture, collectible art, and piles of coffee-table books. Lundies House is perhaps the most versatile of the various Wildland properties, equally good for families and solo recluses, daydreamers, and sporty/outdoorsy types—nearby Kinloch Lodge (also Wildland) is a fully equipped sporting estate. Povlsen has made no secret of his desire to rewild great tracts of the Highlands. This is a fascinating, complicated, and, in Scotland, sensitive subject. A visit to a Wildland property could easily become something more than a spoiling mini-break in agreeable surroundings. It might change the way you think about the world around you.

A version of this article originally appeared in Condé Nast Traveller .

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Glasgow Travel Guide

By: Author Tracy Collins

Posted on Last updated: February 5, 2024

Our  Glasgow Travel Guide  includes recommended places to visit and things to do, accommodation options, tips and more for this Scottish city. Everything you need to plan your visit and essential reading for any visitor to Glasgow!

Plan your visit to Glasgow

Famous for its architecture, arts scene, culture, sports, shopping, street art, world-class museums, shipbuilding heritage, whisky, Billy Connolly and rich history Glasgow is often overshadowed by the Scottish capital Edinburgh.

However it is a city which has undergone significant regeneration and has emerged as a tourist destination worth including in any Scotland travel itinerary.

In our Glasgow Travel Guide, we cover everything you need to know to plan your visit including what to see, how to get around, best tours and day trips, where to stay plus recommended places to eat and drink.

What you will find in this complete Glasgow Travel Guide

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☀️ when is the best time of year to visit glasgow, 📍 what is the best way to explore glasgow, 🚆 by train, 🚗 by car (road trip option), ⭐️ attractions and things to do in glasgow, what to eat & drink, afternoon tea, 🏨 accommodation in glasgow, glasgow travel guide – best tours and day trips, enjoy your visit to glasgow.

Glasgow travel guide – Visiting Glasgow FAQ’s

For warmer days and longer hours of daylight plan to visit Glasgow from June to August. In the winter Scotland is cold and hours of daylight are reduced which can limit the time to sightsee. Spring months from March to May can also be a pleasant time to visit.

Glasgow hosts many sporting, cultural, theatrical and musical events throughout the year (the city is a UNESCO City of Music) Read about events planned in Glasgow for 2022/3.

Read more about the best time to visit the UK in our detailed guide.

Whilst the centre of Glasgow is pretty walkable you will need to use either public transport or a cab to get around to all the sights. It really is too far to walk from the centre to attractions such as the Glasgow Botanical Garden, Kelvingrove Museum or Riverside Museum.

There is a good public bus network and an underground train network too but we found the best way to get around was to take the hop-on hop-off bus.

• Tip – We recommend taking the hop-on hop-off city sightseeing bus around the city. This is a great way to see the highlights and attractions of Glasgow and the most efficient way to travel the city as a visitor.
• We took the bus ourselves during our recent visit to Glasgow and enjoyed the live commentary as we toured the city. It is worth noting that while there are plenty of buses they do get busy, especially during the summer months so start out as early in the day as possible to make the most use of your ticket.
• There are some excellent Glasgow walking tours available including street art focussed.

🚂 What is the best way to travel to Glasgow from London?

Glasgow is around 4 hours 30 mins by direct train from London Euston to Glasgow Central. Click to book tickets with Omio.

The Lowlander service of the Caledonian Sleeper also travels between the two cities. Click to book tickets on the Caledonian Sleeper.

Tip – If this is your first time catching a train in the UK read our complete guide to UK train travel ebook which includes all the information you need to know to make travelling around the UK by rail a relaxing and stress-free experience.

If you are planning a Scottish road trip why not include some time in Glasgow? If you prefer to avoid driving in the city perhaps start your holiday in Glasgow and collect your rental car when you are ready to commence your road trip. We did this recently in Edinburgh and it avoided any issues finding accommodation with parking.

🚗 There are a multitude of car rental companies to choose from in the UK. We recommend comparing prices and deals on Discover Cars  before making your booking.

Popular attractions in Glasgow include:

• The Glasgow Cathedral
• Glasgow Necropolis
• Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
• George Square
• Central Chambers
• Glasgow Botanical Gardens
• Glasgow street art

⭐️ Read more about these landmarks, sights and attractions in our one-day Glasgow itinerary .

🍛 Where to eat in Glasgow

• Chicken Tikka Masala
• Neeps and tatties
• Scottish breakfast
• Cullen Skink
• Deep-fried Mars Bar
• Willow Tea Rooms – Charles Rennie Mackintosh-inspired tearooms & giftshop
• House for an Art Lover – Art Nouveau cafe
• Cranachan Cafe – Princes Square
• Red Bus Bistro – Take a vintage Routemaster bus tour and enjoy afternoon tea as you see the sights!

➡️ More accommodation options in Glasgow

More special stays – Accommodation Guide for Scotland

Glasgow is ideally located to use as a base from which to explore Scotland by train, car or bus. Popular day trips from Glasgow include:

• Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Tour – Discover the magnificent beauty of Loch Lomond National Park, Rannoch Moor, Glencoe, the Great Glen, Loch Ness and Pitlochry on a guided tour from Glasgow. Learn about history and folklore.
• Loch Lomond, Trossachs & Stirling Castle Tour – Explore the land and legends of Scottish heroes William Wallace and Rob Roy and experience the natural beauty of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs on this tour from Glasgow.
• Glenfinnan, Mallaig and Glencoe Adventure Tour – Journey through the rugged Highlands towards Glenfinnan, famous for its viaduct (the Harry Potter bridge). Pass through dramatic Glencoe, see the Hogwarts Express, and spend time in scenic Mallaig.
• Culzean Castle, Robert Burns Country & the Ayrshire Coast – Explore the Ayrshire Coast, the birthplace of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, on this full-day tour from Glasgow. Home to Culzean Castle and romantic countryside, you’ll find the region to be as captivating as described in the poems of Robert Burns.

This guide will have provided inspiration plus practical information to help plan your visit to Glasgow . You will find more inspiration and ideas to help plan your travels around Scotland in these travel guides:

• Things to do in Edinburgh
• Fort William Travel Guide
• Isle of Skye Travel Guide
• Inverness Travel Guide
• Highlands Travel Guide
• Scottish Islands Travel Guide