Malmaison Glasgow is the city's boutique pick for travellers who want character. The hotel occupies a converted Victorian church on West George Street, in the elegant Blythswood district of the city centre, and the chain's trademark style, moody colours, dark woods and plush furnishings, suits the historic building well. It is a stylish place for a weekend, with a brasserie and a bar that give it a social feel in the evenings. The surrounding grid of Georgian and Victorian streets is a good area for restaurants, bars and architecture, and Buchanan Street and Sauchiehall Street are both an easy walk.
Location and getting around
West George Street runs through the heart of the Blythswood district, parallel to Sauchiehall Street, and the hotel is within a five to ten minute walk of Buchanan Street, Queen Street Station and Mackintosh at the Willow. The Subway at Buchanan Street and St George's Cross is within reach, and the hop-on hop-off bus runs through the centre. Blythswood Square and its Kimpton hotel are a short walk uphill.
Rooms and who it suits
Malmaison rooms are known for bold decoration and comfortable beds, and some of the rooms in a converted building may differ in shape and size, so check the room descriptions and ask if you have a preference. It suits couples, groups of friends and design-minded travellers, and its brasserie makes dining easy. Light sleepers may want to ask for a quieter room, as city-centre streets are busy at weekends. Check the rate page for current amenities, breakfast and parking arrangements.
Good to know
Glasgow's 5 percent visitor levy applies to many overnight stays and appears on your bill. The church building's character is part of the appeal, but access and room layouts can vary, so contact the hotel about any specific needs. For a grander splurge nearby, consider Kimpton Blythswood Square; for a leafy West End retreat, Hotel du Vin at One Devonshire Gardens. Malmaison is the one for style on a mid-range budget.
Why stay here
- ✓Converted Victorian church building
- ✓Brasserie and bar
- ✓Boutique styling
- ✓Walk to Buchanan Street
- ✓Near Mackintosh at the Willow
- ✓Blythswood district dining
- ✓Subway nearby
- ✓Couples and groups friendly
Good questions
What is Malmaison Glasgow's building?+
It occupies a converted Victorian church on West George Street in the city centre.
Does it have a restaurant?+
Yes, the hotel has a brasserie and a bar. Check the rate page for current opening times.
Is there a visitor levy?+
Glasgow charges a 5 percent visitor levy on many overnight stays, added to your bill by the hotel.
