Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre - 5 min drive
University of Glasgow - 6 min drive
Hampden Park - 6 min drive
Getting around
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 27 min drive
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 42 min drive
Argyle Street Station - 4 min walk
Glasgow Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
High Street Station - 12 min walk
St Enoch Station - 7 min walk
Bridge Street Station - 11 min walk
Buchanan Street Station - 13 min walk
Restaurants
Aulds, St Enoch - 5 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min walk
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Scotia Bar - 1 min walk
The Clutha Bar - 1 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from OVO Hydro and Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Hampden Park. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only a short walk: St Enoch Station is 7 minutes and Bridge Street Station is 11 minutes.
Languages
English, Polish, Slovak
At a glance
Hotel size
128 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1999
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 91
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Handrails in hallways
Hallway handrail height (centimetres): 89
Handrails in stairwells
Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 89
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Glasgow City Centre Riverside
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre
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Holiday Inn Express Riverside Hotel
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Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside Hotel Glasgow
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside Scotland
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside an IHG Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino Glasgow, Riverboat (9-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include George Square (9-min walk) and Glasgow Cathedral (0.9 mi), along with OVO Hydro (1.7 mi) and Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (1.8 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, Great Room Lounge offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel like?
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel is located by the river in City Centre Glasgow, a short 7-minute walk from St Enoch Station and 4 minutes' walk from Glasgow Green. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside, an IHG Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
16 January 2025
Excellent stay
Very helpful staff, quiet comfortable room, lovely breakfast included.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
16 January 2025
Disaster
This was one of our worst experience ever. Due to bad circumstances we had been without cash in a kind of emergency and asked for help. There was 0,0 empathy or willigness to support us. The recepation during our stay gave us the impression we should not bother them. The room was smelling like someone run a coffeeshop the night before. They had realised this because the room was ice cold when we came in as all windows were open. Felt like they almost pulled away plates while you were eating breakfast at 10 AM. Otherall the whole experience was the worst I ever had. The building itself was kind of depressing, rooms painted in dark colour so I can relate to the fact that staff gets depressed when working there every day. Apart from the location I would not recommend this Hotel at and would rather sleep on the street the next time before returning there.
Marcel
Marcel, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 January 2025
Cheryl
Cheryl, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 January 2025
Great value for a clean & comfy stay!
This is our 4th stay at this hotel! Clean, comfortable rooms close to Merchant City & the train station & subway. Nice breakfast with lots of variety, friendly staff and overall great value. Definitely recommend to those looking for a good base while exploring Glasgow!
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
10 January 2025
BRIAN
BRIAN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2025
Devinder
Devinder, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
9 January 2025
Hotel well situated pretty near town centre and close to Glasgow Green by the river . Only downside was there was no heating in the toilet/ shower room .
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
4 January 2025
Great stay
A great stay at the Holiday Inn for a great price. Free breakfast was great too. Clean and comfortable and staff were lovely.
Allan
Allan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 January 2025
Great stay.
Great location near city center and walkable to the sites. Large car park across the street with reduced price for guest. Close to airport and a great hot/cold breakfast
Angela
Angela, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
3 January 2025
Comfortable one night stay
Comfy room for an overnight stay, felt slightly comfortable at check in, a look between two receptionists as if they were looking down on us
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair
30 December 2024
Decent 3 star
Cleaners had left window open which i didn't realise so had to keep heating running most of the night to stay warm but air con system was too noisy so didn't get any sleep for 2 nights.
Otherwise all good and decent hotel
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 December 2024
Sathya P
Sathya P, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 December 2024
Good enough
Basic hotel room, was cleanish the sofa bed was all stained as was the actual mattress on the double bed but overall what we needed from the room was served
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
26 December 2024
Plesant stay
Plesant stay in old hotel
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2024
laura
laura, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
13 December 2024
Max
Max, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
8 December 2024
Decent hotel
The staff were excellent and very friendly and the room itself was spacious and clean. however the room had no heater, or at least it wasn’t obviously accessible (there was air conditioning in there though?). Not ideal in winter in Glasgow! Aside from that all very good.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 November 2024
Decent hotel in heart of Glasgow
Reasonably comfortable and clean. Good location. Excellent service.
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 November 2024
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2024
Welcoming staff who were attentive. Twin room was clean and comfortable. Great nights sleep and delicious breakfast.
Janet
Janet, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Morag
Morag, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 November 2024
Joyce
Joyce, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Darren
Darren, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
Ideal location
We were at a gig in St Luke’s near the Barras so the Holiday Inn Express was a good location for that. Within 20 mins walking distance. Breakfast was perfect for us with an adequate selection and a warm buffet.