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  • 5/5 John S. 1 year ago on Google
    Decent small hotel in a good location. Near enough to city centre to be walkable but far enough to be quiet at night. On street parking with hotel offering discount vouchers. Good breakfast. Lots of choice nearby for evening meal.
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  • 5/5 Sam L. 1 year ago on Google
    The staff here are friendly and efficient. For instance, we checked out very early in the morning and the night before the staff has thoughtfully supplied us with a breakfast to take with us and all the details of the taxi they'd sorted out for us on our behalf.
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  • 5/5 TheSuziebot 1 year ago on Google
    Quiet hotel near green spaces and lovely residential area. Friendly greeting and quick check in, no prob. Room had everything required and the bed was comfy. Everywhere was clean and tidy. Breakfasts were great value and were a good start for a busy day of sightseeing. We would definitely recommend this hotel.

  • 5/5 Lauren B. 5 months ago on Google
    I regularly stay in this lovely hotel. Just ideal for central Glasgow. Quiet, comfortable, clean, cosy, and staff are excellent. Great value.

  • 5/5 Mary Beth B. 10 months ago on Google
    Booked this hotel last minute for an unplanned extra night in Glasgow. It was a great location - very convenient for all the things I wanted to get to in the city and close enough to the city center for me to leave for the airport the next day. The hotel was very nice and the staff was super attentive and welcoming. They even let me leave my bags there for the whole day before checking in which was really helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable, a little small but not bad for the price. Had a great stay, thanks!

  • 5/5 Shauna Y. 5 months ago on Google
    All around a great experience with such warm and welcoming staff! My room was so comfortable and the location was so so convenient with easy access to amenities and city centre. Highly recommend this place if you’re planning a trip to Glasgow!

  • 5/5 Richard S. 8 months ago on Google
    What a delightful place! We stayed one night before our trip to Oban to meet friends. It’s very close to a beautiful park, and a couple of blocks from Argyle St where there are lots of shops an pubs. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The best part, though, was the Desk Clerk, Kevin. He went above and beyond to help us with directions and recommendations for things to do in the area. He even went as far as to help carry our bags over a block (in the rain, no less!) because there was a bicycle race that prevented a taxi from getting to the hotel. Wonderful stay, and if you’re lucky enough to be there when Kevin is working, it will be all that much better!

  • 5/5 Martin S. 4 months ago on Google
    This was our third stay here. Always been great. Warm welcome. Easy check in. Comfortable room on quiet street. Great breakfast. We'll be back. Party of six and no complaints. Easy walk to Sauchiehall Street 5 minute taxi to Concert hall. 20 mins walk to SEC.

  • 5/5 Emma B. 6 months ago on Google
    Wonderful two night stay at The Acorn Hotel. The hotel is in an ideal location, in a quiet tree lined street next to the park, yet easy walking distance to all the sights and places to eat. The rooms are cosy and very clean, and breakfast was lovely. The best thing about our stay has to be the service. Kevin (the manager) was friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Superb customer service, we felt very welcome. Thank you Kevin, we hope to come and see you again.

  • 5/5 Jayne R. 6 months ago on Google
    We just stayed six nights at the Acorn Hotel and had a great time! It was our first time visiting Glasgow, and the duty manager could not have been better. From helping me with the (many) times I somehow locked myself out to creating a beautiful and welcoming breakfast environment every morning, he was just the best. Hospitality is definitely his calling. He even taught me a few Scottish phrases and a few dad jokes. Such good fun! Our rooms were comfortable and clean. The towels were soft and plush. The hotel is within walking distance of the University of Glasgow, many restaurants, and shopping areas. It's also a very easy location for Uber pick up and drop off. We rented a car our last day there, and there was plenty of street parking. I look forward to visiting again sometime, and I would definitely stay here when I do!

  • 5/5 Beccy H. 5 months ago on Google
    Really great value for money! Checkin was simple and friendly, with advice on car parking and restaurants. Our room was great, ground floor with a comfy bed and very little noise from the road outside. Sparkly clean bathroom with a large shower cubicle and lots of hot water. We didn't have breakfast as we wanted to try some local brunch places, but this wasn't a reflection on the hotel in any way. We paid £150 for 2 nights which was more than reasonable, we'd happily book again!

  • 5/5 Stephen B. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place located just beside Kelvingrove. Walking distance of the city centre and the west end of Glasgow. Staff were very friendly and attentive to all needs. Rooms were well maintained and warm with great ensuites. Ideal for any short to medium term stay in Glasgow.

  • 5/5 Dana A. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely and helpful staff, and a lot of detail in the room. Sockets where you need them, storage space, good pillows etc. The bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom and room were extremely clean. I will definitely stay here again when I come to Glasgow.

  • 5/5 John H. 1 year ago on Google
    The experience of dealing with and staying at the Acorn was a pleasure from start to finish. I booked a room for my elderly mother in law to be somewhere handy for a big family gathering in central Glasgow and she, and we, were made to feel like valued guests throughout. The online direct booking system was efficient and effective, reception dealt with my special requests very quickly and always with a perfect understanding of what was needed. The Acorn is in a very pleasant location, within walking distance of both the city and the West End and yet peaceful and very safe feeling. The building is well maintained, small enough to be personal but large enough to have a little bit of thoughtfully designed public space. Both the bedroom and the breakfast areas were clean, comfortable and well serviced. The staff on duty during our stay could not have been more friendly and were quietly thoughtful to our needs throughout. Our family of four joined Mum for a perfectly cooked to order leisurely Sunday breakfast. I have stayed at hotels across the globe of every size, shape and star rating for work and pleasure, and I can honestly say it was an absolute pleasure to discover this gem in the city where our hearts lie. Hopefully we'll be back!

  • 5/5 Botanica O. 1 year ago on Google
    Acorn hotel was fantastic as a solo female traveler. From arrival to departure the wonderful receptionist Kevin went out of his way to make my stay stress free and pleasurable. Will definitely be back next time I’m in Glasgow

  • 5/5 Sarah D. 1 year ago on Google
    Although I have not managed to stay yet, the hotel's booking system and cancellation policy are exceptional. By booking directly with Acorn Hotel I was able to benefit from better rates and a more personal service than the hotel booking platforms. Due to rail worker strike action, train travel to Glasgow on my selected dates is not possible and the event I was attending has been cancelled. The Acorn Hotel replied immediately to my cancellation request without quibbling. When I plan the next visit to Glasgow the Acorn Hotel will be my first choice.

  • 5/5 Kim G. 1 year ago on Google
    Another brilliant stay at Acorn Hotel! Warm welcome, comfy and clean room, lovely hot showers. Memorable view of the historic buildings and gardens while enjoying a banquet of a breakfast! Thanks to Nial and Kevin for their attentiveness, especially the local knowledge and directions - we did enjoy our visit to National Trust Scotland Pollak House, and the marvellous nearby Burrell Collection! Looking forward to our next visit. Excellent value for money, highly recommended.

  • 4/5 Brendan H. 1 year ago on Google
    Hotel is a little tired, but the room and shower room were clean and comfortable. Manger was friendly and helpful. Good choice of breakfast which was well cooked

  • 5/5 Chris c. 1 year ago on Google
    Rooms are clean and nice. Breakfast was lovely and Alan the lovley gentleman that was on reception could not of been more helpful. Being wheelchair user he helped me and my other half with Ower bags, gave us advice on how to get to places all in all a lovley few days. Thanks Alan :)

  • 5/5 Emily C. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely hotel. Rooms are very clean, bathroom amazing with a large shower. The location is great, just on the edge of Kelvingrove park.. Would recommend and definitely will be staying again.

  • 4/5 Miranda G. 1 year ago on Google
    This hotel is a healthy but easy walk from the main station in Glasgow. It is situated in an architecturally beautiful part of the city and is also near the Kelvingrove Park and Gallery. It is clean, quiet, comfortable and very efficiently run. We only stayed one night but I would definitely recommend it and stay again. Thank you!

  • 4/5 Alex H. 1 year ago on Google
    Alan and Neil are both very courteous and helpful. The beds are comfortable. The rooms and bathrooms are generous. Soap and shampoo are provided in dispensers and there are sufficient towels. Complementary tea and coffee can be found in the room and the breakfast area during the entire day. The hotel is located in a great neighbourhood within walking distance to public transport and points of interest. The breakfast, although typically Scottish, is ample and prepared fresh. Check-in and check-out were unproblematic. The rooms and bathrooms show some patina and could do with some small maintenance in some places. If you return for future stays, rebate codes are provided. For the price, a wonderful charismatic, clean little hotel.


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