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Alexander Thomson Hotel

3.8-rated Alexander Thomson Hotel offers free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and a central Glasgow location near Glasgow Central Station and top museums. Book now.

320 Argyle St, Glasgow G2 8LY, United Kingdom View on map
7.6/10
Good Based on 1591 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Air-conditioned Kid-friendly Restaurant
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort in a convenient location

Visitors appreciate the hotel's central position and attentive staff, alongside clean and spacious rooms, though some note variability in breakfast quality and minor noise concerns.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent location within walking distance of Glasgow Central station and city center attractions
  • Friendly, helpful, and attentive staff dedicated to guest satisfaction
  • Clean and comfortable rooms, with several guests noting spacious layouts, especially in suites
  • Complimentary breakfast and in-room treats like biscuits are appreciated by many
  • Provision of room amenities such as electric kettles, hair dryers, and quick response to guest requests

Worth knowing

  • Breakfast quality is seen as varied; some find it adequate while others consider it mediocre or spicy
  • Rooms can be small and some areas, including the lift, may feel outdated or temperamental
  • Noise from nearby streets, particularly Argyle Street, can be noticeable in certain rooms
  • Heating controls may be unclear or difficult to adjust in some rooms
  • The hotel does not offer free parking, a fitness center, pool, or airport shuttle services

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a budget-friendly stay in a Victorian-era building close to transport and cultural sites
  • Visitors prioritizing friendly service and basic comforts over luxury amenities
  • Guests attending nearby events or attractions such as the Glasgow Hydro arena
  • Families needing kid-friendly accommodations with access to on-site dining options
  • Tourists wanting easy access to local museums, galleries, and the vibrant city center
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About this property

Welcome to Alexander Thomson Hotel

Located at 320 Argyle Street in central Glasgow, Alexander Thomson Hotel is housed in a Victorian-era building that offers modest indoor lodging with a traditional feel. The property provides air-conditioned rooms and suites equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and includes breakfast and cookies to start the day. While parking and pet accommodations are not available, the hotel welcomes families and features a smoke-free environment with an on-site restaurant and bar for added convenience.

Guests typically appreciate the convenient position within walking distance of Glasgow Central railway station and close proximity to popular attractions such as the Gallery of Modern Art and Riverside Museum. The hotel’s location suits visitors looking for easy access to cultural sites, city center shops, and nightlife. Some reviewers noted the rooms are clean and comfortable, though sizes vary, and noise from the busy Argyle Street can occasionally affect the quieter atmosphere.

Additional amenities include a lounge area where guests can enjoy drinks, and the presence of the nearby Fern Coffee Bar to complement the hotel’s breakfast offering. Visitor feedback mentions attentive and helpful staff and a straightforward check-in process at typical times of 14:00 for arrival and 10:30 for departure. Although the facilities are basic, they meet expectations for a budget-conscious traveler seeking a practical city stay.

Travelers arriving by air can reach the hotel easily from Glasgow Airport within about 20 minutes by car or public transit, with Edinburgh Airport also accessible within an hour's journey. Nearby hotels range in style and rating, providing alternatives within a short walk from this central location.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Free parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

KJK
Kenny Just Kenny Mar 18, 2026
10

Very clean and tidy, spacious rooms which are cleaned daily. Breakfast was of a wide range and plenty to choose from, staff were brilliant, very helpful and friendly, even when some daft Englishman was treating them look e dirt. They just smiled and did their best. The only problem I could say was the pillows were quite flat, but we asked the female receptionist if we could get another two pillows and within the hour when we return from a day out we had them. 110% rating from my wife and I. Will definitely be going back asap.

KB
Kevin Baidoo Mar 01, 2026
8.0

The bed was comfortable, the free food tasty, and the TV gave a good range of programs to watch. Every staff member I interacted with was helpful and did their job well. My room lacked a few essential toiletries, but apart from that, my stay was great.

AP
Andrés Pereira Feb 11, 2026
8.0

Quite nice hotel. Excellent location half block from Central Station and pretty close to the city centre. The staff was really attentive and helpful. Full English every morning and delicious biscuits in the room. The lift was a bit moody though, but it was just a minor detail. Stayed there a second time this year and had the same experience. Really comfortable rooms, they added a spare bed for a friend at very low cost. Staff is friendly and ready to help. Only thing, old tap system in the shower makes it difficult to combine hot and cold water. But I'd keep coming every year!

GG
Giorgi Ghambashidze Feb 05, 2026
10

Excellent location, walking distance from Central railway station. Friendly staff and good breakfast. Rooms are small, but sufficient for overnighting. Bathroom is well designed. There is an electric kettle with tea, coffee and milk. Also, hair dryer is available. There were no table, but staff provided one when I asked for.

Z
ZoltanoMoltano Jan 28, 2026
8.0

We got a refurbished almost new room so cleanliness was not an issue. The breakfast was ok, a bit spicy for our taste. The building front and entrance are old but the rooms, the new one are great. Heating should be controllable, we could not find it how to turn it down and the 118 was quite a noisy room as it had the window looking at the main roads near by. And if there is a wind you’ll feel the need of the old windows replacement as it gets very noisy. But great value for the money for sure .

AM
Anne-Marie McFarlane Jan 20, 2026
8.0

We stayed for two nights in an executive suite. The room was very large and lovely and clean. The breakfast each morning was pretty mediocre and the produce used seemed quite cheap. All in all though, our stay was very good value. There was quite a lot of noise from Argyle Street on Saturday night, but this was no fault of the hotel.

SP
Sam Paton Dec 25, 2025
10

The room i had was above expectations, it had two walls of windows showing off lots of Glasgow night life, the bed was so big and comfortable me and my other half were so appreciative of. The bathroom only had a shower but it wasn't a big problem as the shower was nice and hot and spacious, the only down fall was no mini fridge when there was more than plenty of space and it was the executive suite, also was told by the front of house staff that when calling again to ask the the 3rd floor if you are a smoker due to there being facilities for smoking available. Nice clean and tidy rooms would recommend and we ourselves will definitely be back.

C“T
Claire “Claireffa” Thackray Dec 23, 2025
10

Cant complain about anything. We stayed here overnight after attending an event in the nearby Hydro arena. It’s extremely central, about 10 minutes away from the venue and a couple of minutes from the centre shops. The room was amazing. It was massive, old fashioned high ceiling, and a nice looking, spacious bathroom. There was a wonderful seating area in the room. There could have easily been another couple of beds in the room it was so big. I definitely recommend for somewhere to stay. We didn’t have breakfast so unfortunately can’t comment on that.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Alexander Thomson Hotel

Glasgow, UK

A 5-minute walk from the Glasgow Central railway station, this budget hotel set in a classic Victorian building is also 0.5 miles from the Gallery of Modern Art and 1.9 miles from the Riverside Museum.

  • Glasgow Central 3 min Walk
  • Charing Cross 17 min Walk
  • St. Enoch 7 min Walk
  • Edinburgh Airport 50 min Car · 1 hr 37 Transit
  • Glasgow Airport 19 min Car · 36 min Transit
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