Where to stay in Glasgow - Glasgow Caledonian University

Where to stay in Glasgow
Special accommodation rates 2013
Welcome
Glasgow, one of Europe’s most vibrant, dynamic and stylish cities, has been
named the number one UK destination “on the rise” by the world’s largest travel
site, TripAdvisor® Glasgow has a fantastic range of hotels, to suit any budgeHott,
is served by three international airports and is ideally located for exploring
Scotland.
Need a hotel room in Glasgow?
Glasgow Caledonian University has partnered with a variety of hotels in the local
area to provide you as a member of staff, a guest of the university, a student or an
event organiser booking with the university with reduced rates for accommodation
in the city. The rates are also open to friends and relatives. This brochure describes
the hotels and their rates to help you make the best choice for you and your guests.
To Book
There is no need to book through a central team at the university; you can book
your hotel room direct with the hotel as follows:
Choose your ideal hotel from this brochure.
Contact your chosen hotel and check availability. All of the hotels have a phone
number but a limited number also accept online bookings.
Quote the booking reference code to receive the special Glasgow Caledonian
University rate.
Confirm your booking details and enjoy your stay.
Paying for your booking: Please note for internal bookers who require the university to
pay for accommodation via an invoice, a purchase order number must be raised via the
University’s PECOS system. This number must be quoted to the hotel and included on the
invoice to the University. All PECOS ORDERS MUST BE RECEIPTED following the stay
or payment by the University cannot be made. Please also note that if additions have
been made to the original booking e.g. extra night’s stay or evening meal, an additional
purchase order number must be raised and quoted on the same invoice.
All other bookings must provide the hotel with a credit card to guarantee and payment
made accordingly.
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Holiday Inn Glasgow Theatreland
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Theatreland
Carlton George Hotel
Thistle Glasgow
Park Inn by Radisson
Blythswood Square
Malmaison
Grand Central
Raddisson Blu
Hilton
Jury’s Inn
Caledonian Court
Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort
Cameron House
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Glasgow Caledonian University
Central Station
Queen Street Station
Buchanan Bus Station
Holiday Inn Glasgow Theatreland
Holiday Inn Express Theatreland
Carlton George Hotel
Thistle Glasgow
Park Inn by Radisson
Blythswood Square
Malmaison
Grand Central
Raddisson Blu
Hilton Hotel
Jurys Inn
Caledonian Court
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Cameron House
From Glasgow take the M8 north. Leave at
junction 30 for the Erskine Toll Bridge and
follow the A82 for about 14 miles.
Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort
From the M74, take the M73, following signs
for Stirling. Join the M80 following signs
to Stirling. Take junction 6 signposted for
Cumbernauld and Castlecary.
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Holiday Inn Glasgow Theatreland
161 West Nile Street. Glasgow. G1 2RL
One of Glasgow’s most popular hotels, the Holiday
Inn Theatreland is perfectly positioned opposite
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, adjacent to Buchanan
Street bus station and only a three minute walk from
Glasgow Caledonian University.
All the bedrooms have individually controlled heating
as well as air conditioning, complimentary wireless
internet, sky sports in all rooms and the award winning
La Bonne Auberge Brasserie and bar which has been
fully refurbished making it one of the most popular
meeting and dining places in Glasgow.
Opposite the hotel, Concert Square car park is
available to residents at a reduced rate or Queen Street
station is merely a 5 minute walk.
Free WIFI for GCU guests
www.higlasgow.com
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Hotel rate
£89 B&B per night
Phone
0141 352 8305
Quote code/ reference
GCU
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.24
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Holiday Inn Express
Glasgow Theatreland
165 West Nile Street. Glasgow. G1 2RL
The Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Theatreland offers
the highest standard of comfort within the local area.
There are a selection of twin bedded rooms, double
rooms and family rooms available. The reception and
lobby area has undergone a full refurbishment making
it very modern and chic. Why not join us in our Great
Room, refurbished in January 2013, which offers a free
express start breakfast with hot items daily.
The Holiday Inn Express is located close to Glasgow
Royal Concert Hall, adjacent to the Buchanan Street
bus station and only a three minute walk from
Glasgow Caledonian University.
Free WIFI for GCU guests
Sky Sports in all rooms
www.hiexpressglasgow.co.uk
Hotel rate
£73 B&B per night
Phone
0141 331 6800
Quote code/ reference
GCU
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.24
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Carlton George
44 West George Street, Glasgow, G2 1DH
Call Marc Sellyn (Reservations Manager) or email
[email protected] co.uk.
Located in the heart of Glasgow we’re the perfect
city centre base. At our boutique hotel you’ll find
contemporary yet cosy rooms with complimentary
drinks, free WiFi, free local calls as well as a unique
rooftop restaurant and Executive Lounge.
Business and leisure travellers alike will enjoy the
service and hospitality we provide at our four star
property, which includes a complimentary Minibar
and decanted spirits in your room and a full Scottish
breakfast served in Windows, Glasgow’s only.
www.carlton.nl/george
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Hotel rate
£79 B&B per night
£89 double/twin
Phone
0141 354 5085
Quote code/ reference
GCU
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.37
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Thistle Glasgow
Cambridge Street, Glasgow, G2 3HN
Thistle Glasgow is located in the heart of the city
close to the main road and rail links and a short walk
from GCU. The hotel boasts 300 bedrooms, Annlann
restaurant and bar plus an Otium Leisure Club
complete with swimming pool, sauna, steam room and
Jacuzzi. There is also an underground car park with
230 spaces (charges apply).
www.thistle.com/glasgow
Hotel rate
£70 B&B per night
£80 double/ twin
Phone
0871 376 9043
Quote code/ reference
345635
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.46
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Park Inn by Radisson
139-141 West George Street, Glasgow, G2 2JJ
Please contact the hotel by phone or email
reservations [email protected]. £85 Bed and
Breakfast for double room based on sole occupancy.
Park Inn by Radisson Glasgow which opened in 2013
is located in a prime city centre location, a short
walk from Glasgow’s two main train stations and
a 10 minute stroll to the University Campus. This
boutique style hotel offers guests a stylish retreat with
thoughtful amenities such as free wireless internet
access throughout the hotel, individual climate control,
flat screen TVs, laptop safes, iron and ironing board,
tea and coffee provisions and complimentary access
to the hotels gym. Relax in the hotel’s restaurant and
bar area where you can enjoy both international and
local dishes. Discounted car parking available. Hotel is
located very close to shops, bars and restaurants.
www.parkinn.co.uk/hotel-glasgow
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Hotel rate
£85 B&B per night
Phone
0141 221 1211
Quote code/ reference
Glasgow Caledonian
University
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.4
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Blythswood Square
11 Blythswood Square, Glasgow, G2 4AD
Blythswood Square in Glasgow city centre is the
newest, most magnificent addition to The Town House
Collection. We are incredibly proud to have restored
this splendid, landmark property, which commands
one side of Blythswood Square, a lovely, green space in
the centre of the city of Glasgow.
Blythswood Square, a 5 star spa hotel in Glasgow,
houses 100 guest rooms. There is also Glasgow’s
first luxury spa, a calming and understated space
with wellness as the key focus, a restaurant with a fun
and relaxed atmosphere, the perfect place to enjoy
delicious seasonal food and inventive cocktails.
Email: [email protected]
www.blythswoodsquare.com
Hotel rate
£120 B&B per night
£140 double occupancy
Phone
0141 248 8888
Quote code/ reference
Glasgow Caledonian
University rate
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.67
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Malmaison
278 West George St, Glasgow, G2 4LL
Boutique hotel in Glasgow city centre. A former
Episcopal Church, Glasgow Mal is now one of the
most stylish Glasgow hotels, dedicated to a life of
pure hedonism where people in the know come to
worship at the altar of fine wines, spectacular food
and super slinky rooms. Outside, you’ve got one of the
world’s most exciting cities, with top quality shopping,
incredible art galleries and great theatres. Meanwhile,
back at the Malmaison Glasgow, dinner with a subtly
Scottish twist awaits you at the Mal Brasserie down in
the crypt, while MALBAR has everything from mojitos
to single malts; and all the while your funky room or
rock’n roll suite is waiting for your return.
Email: [email protected]
www.malmaison.com/glasgow
Hotel rate
£95 B&B per night
£105 double/twin
Phone
0844 693 0653
Quote code/ reference
Glasgow Caledonian
University
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.87
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Grand Central Hotel
99 Gordon St, Glasgow, G1 3SF
To book, call reservations or email grandcentral.
[email protected] and quote the
promotional code, or book online entering the code in
the promotional code box.
In the heart of Glasgow stands the historic Grand
Central Hotel. A much-loved icon in the city, the
hotel has undergone a £20 million refurbishment
transforming it into one of Glasgow’s most superior,
conference, banqueting and short break destinations
which once again takes its place as Glasgow’s leading
four-star hotel.
Hotel rate
£88 B&B per night
£98 double/twin
Phone
0141 240 3731/3733
Quote code/ reference
LC88-0B
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.8
Whether you’re looking for an inspirational conference,
meeting or training venue, a spectacular banqueting
suite for your next event, planning a fabulous wedding,
looking to indulge in a glass of bubbles in Champagne
Central, or simply enjoy a relaxing break, The Grand
Central Hotel is the leading business venue and first
choice luxury hotel in Glasgow.
www.thegrandcentralhotel.co.uk
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Radisson BLU
161 West Nile Street. Glasgow. G1 2RL
Reservations can be made direct with the hotel by
phone or e-mail [email protected].
Special rate is subject to availability.
Affordable luxury in the heart of the city. The Radisson
BLU Hotel has 250 stylish rooms, a dedicated
meetings floor with 17 rooms accommodating up to
800 delegates, Collage Restaurant, 2 bars and LA
Fitness. Enjoy FREE 100 Mbps broadband throughout
the Hotel and first class service. A branded hotel with
personality and style.
www.radissonblu.co.uk/glasgow
Hotel rate
£99 B&B per night
Phone
0141 204 3333
Quote code/ reference
GCU
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
0.83
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Hilton
1 William Street, Glasgow, G3 8HT
Telephone and quote the unique code, or enter in the
‘Corporate Account’ section when booking online.
Hotel rate
£75 B&B per night
£85 double occupancy
The Hilton Glasgow is only minutes away from
Glasgow’s shopping district and 8 miles from Glasgow
Airport. Situated just off the M8 motorway, Hilton
Glasgow is within easy reach of popular Glasgow
attractions such as Glasgow Science Centre and
Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre. Hilton
Glasgow offers 319 contemporary bedrooms providing
every comfort, designed to make your stay as relaxed
as possible. Each room boasts an LCD television with
on-demand movies, high speed internet access and
complimentary Peter Thomas Roth toiletries. Hilton
Glasgow boasts 3 fabulous food and beverage outlets;
Connich Bar; Morblas Seafood and Grill and Ti Tea
Lounge.
Phone
0141 204 5555
Quote code/ reference
229015425
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
1.2
www.hiltonglasgow.co.uk
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Jurys Inn
80 Jamaica Street, Glasgow, G1 4QG
Newly refurbished Jurys Inn Glasgow offers 321 stylish
air-conditioned bedrooms with large comfortable
beds, generous workspace, WI-FI, tea/coffee making
facilities and flat screen TV’s.
Our restaurant offers guests varied and contemporary
options all at Jurys great value prices. Our Newly
refurbished Grill Bar caters for all tastes; choose from
a selection of light bites, grazing platters to share, or a
fresh-from-the-grill- main.
Jurys meetings is shorthand for excellence and
reliability. Jurys Inn Glasgow has 10 dedicated meeting
rooms, all with natural daylight, air conditioning, fixed
LCD projectors and screens. 12 point Service Promise.
Aim accredited meeting venue.
Email: [email protected]
www.glasgowhotels.jurysinns.com
Hotel rate
£65 B&B per night
Phone
0870 4100 800
Quote code/ reference
GCU
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
1.28
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Caledonian Court (Halls of Residence)
Dobbies Loan, Cowcaddens, Glasgow, G4 0JF
Please contact the Accommodation Office to book.
Caledonian Court is situated just across the road
from our campus; it offers 660 bed spaces within 100
modern, self-catering flats.
Hotel rate
£46 per night
Phone
0141 331 3980
Quote code/ reference
GCU
Facilities include:
• Fully-equipped kitchens
• Private en-suite facilities in 340 rooms
• Coin-operated laundrette on site
• Gold Green Tourism award
Email: [email protected]
www.gcu.ac.uk/accommodation
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The Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort
St Andrews Drive, Cumbernauld, Nr Glasgow, G68 0EW
Please phone the hotel to book and quote the
promotional code.
Hotel rate
£85 B&B per night
Phone
0845 034 5777
Special rate is subject to availability.
Quote code/ reference
GCU13
The Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort is located in
prime territory. With the recent opening of the M80
motorway, allowing extremely easy access to the hotel,
The Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort is now only
fifteen minutes from both Glasgow city centre and
Stirling giving you a world of options that other hotels
in Glasgow could only dream of.
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
14.5
Set on 400 acres the hotel boasts an 18-hole
championship golf course, a lavish spa and leisure club,
and 148 luxurious bedrooms. The hotel also offers free
internet and complimentary parking.
www.qhotels.co.uk
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Cameron House on
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond, Dunbartonshire, G83 8QZ
Please contact Gayle Cooper on 01389 755 565 or
email [email protected]
A magnificent baronial mansion surrounded by 100
acres of woodland, Cameron House on Loch Lomond,
blends traditional Scottish influences with sumptuous
contemporary in the finest surroundings. This is your
loch side Baronial mansion with 132 bedrooms, 4
restaurants, a private marina, 18-hole championship
golf course and luxury spa with a rooftop infinity pool.
At Cameron House we take a different view on events
with a choice of 7 meeting rooms all with their own
style, ambience and natural daylight for any dinner,
meeting or event you’ll have the perfect space to suit
the occasion.
www.devere-hotels.co.uk/cameron-house
Hotel rate
£185 B&B per night
Phone
01389 755 565
Quote code/ reference
GCU
Distance from GCU
campus (miles)
26.6
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Glasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road
Glasgow G4 0BA
T: 0141 273 3000
E: [email protected]
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