Glasgow Marriott Hotel

Don’t believe that they have High-​Speed internet. I wouldn’t be able to write this review or even connect to Unilocal!unless I was connected to my phone as a wireless access point. The beds are extremely uncomfortable, the carpet is old, the water pressure is all but a dribble, the ceilings are so low I brush my head against it in the shower, and the hallways all smell like Cullen Skink. Did I mention the «high-​speed Internet» is slower than dial-​up? As a Platinum member for Marriott I’ve seen good Marriotts and bad ones. Choose the Hilton before coming here.
That said, I will say the staff has been tremendously courteous and friendly. But they can’t fix the core problems with this place.

This Marriott is phenomenal. First off let me say. I’ve lived in Glasgow for 13 years of my life. So I know the place. This hotel is a 8 min walk to the city center. The staff are more than helpful, it’s a hive of activity with airline staff & tourists. It has a beautiful lobby with restaurant & Bar along with a Starbucks & gift shop. We were in the 12 floor (Top) across from the Executive Lounge. Wow what a place. If you really didn’t want to go out for a drink or dinner this would suffice. Full bar, breakfast of champions, hot cold cheeses, pastries smoked fish fruit cereals selections of bread. Teas coffee. Dinner, all appetizers, pakoras, spring rolls, cheeses & other stuff too numerous to mention. Snacks sodas waters etc. we loved it. The hotel was clean, papers flowers everyday. Room cleaned every day. I forgot my European adapter, front desk loaned me one. WIFI everywhere for those of us that smoke, a covered hut outside. I loved every minute of the 10 days I stayed here. It was fantastic. Kudos to all the staff. It has a full service gym, pool & spa

I was given a free facial treatment voucher from one of the hotel managers after meeting with him to discuss possibly working together in the future.
It took me nearly a week to book in to get my facial in the first place, due to the booking service not working, the phone going straight to another salon and no one answering the phone. I was a little put off by this to be honest.
When I did get booked, I had booked in for 1pm on a Wednesday afternoon. When I arrived the place was in darkness and once the lights had been «fixed» I went back into the reception area. Where I sat for at least 10 mins before someone came to reception, the girl didn’t ask me for my voucher so I could have kept it effectively and used again!
Filling in the form about who I was etc, I noticed that they hadn’t asked for any allergies as I have two pretty severe ones and I had to then inform the staff that I had these. When I asked them to check their products i got «Yeah we don’t have these in our stuff» and I asked once again for her to check. That was all I needed a trip to A & E!
My facial was ok but not great to be honest. The area itself is very small and everything seems crammed in as you will see from my pics.
I really don’t think I will be going back!

the most lively hotel I’ve been to. the lounge downstairs is buzzing with people and the room is great. fitness center is great too. They also have Starbucks!

Nice hotel. The staff is efficient and friendly. I enjoy staying at this property.

I’d actually give this hotel 3.5 stars. It would have been 4 if not quite so far away from Centre City because the prices are reflective of that area (check out JurysInn).
We had to be in Glasgow for 4 days for work meetings. Wanted five days but all hotels were booked solid for weekend (come to find out there was a animé comicon going on, which was glorious to watch the fancy dressed). So I originally booked the two days they had available and since we are rewards members, hoped that would work some magic — it did, we got all five nights. Check-​in was a breeze, very friendly staff. Got the king bed as requested and up high as well. The bed was very comfortable and firm. The pillows were over stuffed, but you can asked for lesser.
The gym located on –1 floor was fantastic! Nice and big and loads of modern equipment. And not just one elliptical but several, along with rowers, stairsteppers, so much more, weights — all sorts. And TVs. A real gym! There was even a trainer. And the room across is used for various aerobic classes.
The first three days, our mini-​fridge was locked up (we were wondering what was behind the board) and the last two they had unscrewed it?! Don’t know why either happened, rather odd.
The lounge was warm and comfortable — it thrilled me that they had a large variety of scotch! The food was good, albeit on the dear side! Room service was fast, efficient and good food.
Although it stated there would be a hefty charge for wifi, we didn’t experience it. It may be because of Marriott Rewards or it may be because we booked it online. But it was spotty at best and I had to go to the lobby to do most of my work because I have a mac and did not bring my adapter to plug in the ethernet.
The distance to Centre City was not bad. Exceptional hotel with exceptional service and people.

It’s … a Marriott. Room is fine, bed was comfortable, décor was a bit old but not shabby. Good location for walking into downtown. Main restaurant is pricy but adequate, food-​wise. Wifi sign-​ons are dodgy (and expensive).
I usually stay at the Radisson, and would have this time if they hadn’t been full up. All told, I’ll try the Radisson next time, too, but the Marriott is an adequate fall-​back.

adequate — slightly out of date/​not very modern — appearing marriott that fits the personality of the city
great location
nice staff but no valet, no assistance with baggage offered at checkin
concierge was helpful and did offer laundry service at off hours
wifi for gold/​platinum worked well
pool on site which is nice for kids/​families
there is a very nice executive lounge with drinks every night and light food until 2030 and then breakfast in the AM until 1030 — the room is very cozy and has a great view
the lobby area is also very nice with 5 or 6 beers on draught and a very large whiskey menu as well. there is also starbucks coffee available and an atm.
the lobby, executive lounge and gym/​pool (leisure center in UK) are the highlights of the hotel alongside the great location
you are in walking distance to the nice shopping area and other sites
the bed was NOT comfortable and the mattress was firm — something that seems to be common even in very nice hotels throughout the UK

Arrived at this hotel on the 23^rd of May for a one night stay using part Avios, part cash. The room was a little dated but comfortable, the fact you have to pay £15 for WiFi is absolutely incredible. This is 2014!
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Great gym and spa
Nice friendly staff, particularly the chap at the breakfast restaurant.
Food was a plus
Walking distance to City Centre of Glasgow
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Paying for WiFi
A cash machine that charges £1.85!
Dated rooms that need an overhaul
No minibar in the room.
Overal, this wasn’t the best experience I’ve had at a Marriot, it felt like staying in a real budget hotel where everything is paid for. I’d be OK with this but it’s one of Glasgow’s most expensive hotels.

Nice Marriott in Glasgow, walking distance to the good bars and dining places. Rooms are nicely sized and clean. Was very quiet and able to sleep without any issues. Beds were nice too.

At first this seemed like a great place. The lady at the counter was nice and friendly, and the fancy executive suite I booked was on the 12^th floor with no noise coming in from outside. And even though the internet access cost extra, I was willing to let that slide. Unfortunately, that is where the positives of this hotel end. The bed was by far the lumpiest bed I have ever slept on. Which would have been fine if I were paying for a motel by the hour, but this is a Marriott. I booked it because I expected better. Then after a restless night of sleeping on a pile of rocks, around 4 or 5 in the morning a door outside the room kept opening and closing that I assumed was the utility closet for the maid service, but turned out to be the door for the utility elevator, executive lounge serving breakfast, and the conference room next door. This went on pretty much all morning each day. And to top it all off, the shower temperature would continually change from extreme hot to extreme cold while showering.
It is a good thing that the lady who checked me out didn’t ask me how my stay was, as I might have actually responded.
I’m giving it 2 stars to be nice, but the reality is it deserves 1 star and I can guarantee on my next visit to Glasgow I will be staying at one of the other hotels that run along Argyle St.

I tend to like it here. I think I’d give this hotel a 4 (-) if I could, but since I can’t, we will have to live with the full 4. Taking into account I saw men in kilt here last time I stayed (some formal function in the banquet hall), I feel a 4 is appropriate.
What I like the most: staff is superfriendly, gym is amazing and breakfast very good. The breakfast service people are phenomenal!
What I don’t like: learn from the Nordics and the US and STOP CHARGING for wifi. So annoying, just add it to my bill instead and make it easy for me to access.
Quick check out available.

Extremely busy hotel, but the staff cope well and are very friendly. Decent gift shop located in the lobby selling refreshments, magazines and a range of gifts. Always a plus I think to have that available without having to go out searching for a bottle of water or paying hotels prices. One has to pay for the wifi, even in the lobby. Minus one star. One even has to pay for the parking! Even overnight guests, another minus in my eyes. It’s a large car park and we are already paying to stay in your hotel! The rooms are small but clean, the whole hotel is very clean actually. And of course they contain the renowned Marriott beds… So comfy you will not want to get out of it! Ever! They upgraded to flatscreen televisions a few years ago. But in my opinion it was the showers that were wanting! Mine never seems to work as well as it should. I like the location, it’s close enough to stroll to the west end, jump in the car and head onto the m8 (once you’ve paid your car parking fees!) and easy walking distance to shopping heaven. I have never had the breakfast or used the gym, so can’t comment, but they do serve Starbucks coffee in the lobby bar. Result!

As stated in previous reviews, this is an older version of a Marriott, but overall a very friendly and helpful staff. The rooms are clean, however they are small, you. As expected you will pay for wifi, but it is fast. The free breakfast is good and the staff is quick to attend to your needs. I would stay here again.

I’m honestly not exactly sure where to rate this hotel. It has quite a bit going for it, and quite a bit dragging it down.
First up, the staff is extremely helpful and friendly. When we arrived early on Sunday morning there weren’t any rooms available. The clerk apologized, checked our bags, and then gave us keys to the executive lounge so we could relax while we waited the short bit for a room to be available. Whenever we needed directions or a point in the right direction, the staff was spot on with their recommendations.
The bar downstairs does a pretty solid job of whiskies and has a pretty knowledgeable staff. The food is pretty typical for a hotel restaurant.
The wifi is fast, but it is expensive for someone who isn’t gold or platinum on Marriott.
They have a proper gym that’s a bit of a hike from the main hotel area but fully stocked with a good amount of equipment; I never went wanting for a machine.
The rooms and the establishment itself is in need of a bit of TLC. The carpets have seen better years, and the rooms are comfortable but not much else can be said about them. The work area isn’t really comfortable for getting work done.
The location itself isn’t the best, but it is close to most of the downtown area.
In all I think you could do far worse than here if staying in Glasgow.

I was only here for a night. It looks pretty grim from the outside and the view from my room was of a motorway, but you don’t really visit Glasgow for the scenery.
No complaints about the room; it was neat, tidy and had all expected amenities (except conditioner, which seems to be a Marriott thing). The complimentary Irn Bru and Tunnocks was much appreciated.
It’s not the most central, but is within a reasonable walking distance to the bars and train station.

I stayed here for 2 weeks. This place lives up to normal Marriott standards, but definitely isn’t anything special.
My fav thing abt this hotel is the executive lounge. I saved a lot of money eating breakfast here and they also have free snacks, drinks and happy hour. A special thanks to the staff who service the lounge as they were super nice and accommodating.
Oh, and the location is good. It’s walking distance to the Glasgow central train station and Buchanan street shops. Also, the hop on hop off bus picks up right across street.

Ein typisches Kettenhotel amerikanischer Art, das allerdings auch ein wenig in die Jahre gekommen ist. Die Lage am Autobahnzubringer wirkt nicht gerade einladend. Für Business-​Reisende ist das Hotel o.k., aber längere Zeit möchte ich hier nicht verbringen. Die gesamte Ausstattung wirkt etwas abgewohnt und piefig, der Service ist allerdings gut.

Great location — close to transit (walking distance to Central); shops; restaurants. Typical Marriott — rooms very nice; concierge room ws excellent; staff very friendly and useful; exercise room and pool a nice bonus; bar food okay and restaurant not too bad. Room rates are very reasonable. The one minus during our 5 day stay — not always the easiest place to get a taxi.

I went to Glasgow for a weekend… drove up there from Brighton and decided to stay at the Marriott as I have heard good stuff about Marriott Beds.
The hotel was very nice, but sent bang in busy roads and junctions. Thank god for my TomTom!
Anyway, the room was very nice, average size. The bed was probably the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in… and to top it off, the buffet breakfast in the morning was just fab. Just what I needed from a relaxing weekend.
The only downside is that I had to pay £3 per day to park my car. It should have been free in my opinion judging by what I paid for the room.

Not stayed in here before, but have used their conference facilities a few times.
I’ve stayed in at least one other Marriott Hotel and this one looks much the same. This one is a 4-​star.
It is near a few different train stations and is easy enough to get to, though overlooking a busy motorway is a bit off-​putting for an expensive Hotel stay.
It’s near a few Glasgow highlights like the Glasgow Science Centre and is more out the way than some of the more centrally located hotels like The Millennium Hotel which will either be good or bad depending on what you are after.
It was a great venue for our recent University graduation where we all had a great night with great service at the bar, which was, as expected, pricy.
With so many hotels to choose from in the city centre, it is difficult to choose. It depends on your budget and preferred location I guess.
Having never actually spent the night here, I cant offer any concrete recommendations on whether or not this is a strong contender for a Glasgow highlight. Judging from the other reviews on Unilocal though, I doubt if it is memorable enough to merit the cost.