ibis styles Glasgow Centre George Square

Part of the ibis chain, this mid-range property is a bit more design-forward than other ibis hotels. It's situated in an elegant brick building on a pleasant street lined with similar architecture. Contemporary interiors are bright and inviting, and spaces are splashed with doses of color here and there. Modern lines mix with industrial-chic style, like in the dining area, where wood floors and furniture are paired with exposed brick walls and ceiling piping. Bright colors perk up the scene here, including green banquet seating, pink lamps, and yellow upholstery on blond wood chairs. Overall, it's a great choice that's clean and inviting, and guests often note the friendly and helpful staff. The central location makes it a popular choice among both business travelers and tourists seeking to explore the city on foot.

The hotel is conveniently located in the city center and close to restaurants, bars, and shopping. The Gallery of Modern Art is just around the corner (a two-minute walk away). George Square, the heart of the city, is down the street (a two-minute walk). Buchanan Street, one of the city's main shopping streets, is a three-minute walk away. Buchanan Galleries, a large shopping mall, is eight minutes away on foot. The Glasgow Cathedral is around a 15-minute walk from the hotel. Both the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and the Riverside Museum can be reached in about 20 minutes by public transportation. Guests bound for the University of Glasgow can reach it in about 23 minutes by public transit, or 13 minutes by car. There is a bus stop servicing several lines down the street, and the Argyle Street train station is a three-minute walk from the hotel. The central train station is a seven-minute walk from the hotel. Glasgow Airport is about a 20-minute drive or 30 minutes via public transit. Edinburgh is around a 75-minute drive or an hour by train.

Rooms are contemporary in style, with stylish furnishings, though they're a bit small in size. Soft neutral hues are paired with stronger colors, like dusty blues, yellows, or purples, in the form of curtains, lamps, and accent walls. Beds are topped with crisp white linens, while large photographs of humorous city scenes hang above the headboards. The city theme includes fun touches like carpets patterned with buildings and illustrations printed on to the walls, such as cranes holding up the wall-mounted flat-screen TVs. All rooms have desks, electric kettles, telephones, radios, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are contemporary, with modern fixtures and walk-in showers. Wall-mounted dispensers of toiletries and hairdryers are provided.

Features at this hotel are a bit limited, but the handful offered add value and convenience to a stay here. The hotel's restaurant is a bright and inviting space that serves international fare for lunch and dinner. Breakfast is included in rates and comprises a continental buffet. There's also a bar that's open in the afternoons and evenings. Other amenities include a game area with a pool table and game station, as well as a jukebox. Wi-Fi is free throughout. There is no on-site parking, but it's available nearby for a fee.