About this property

This modern hotel is in Glasgow city centre, beside the River Clyde and 0.6 miles (1 km) from Glasgow Central Rail Station. The air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen TVs and power showers. The Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City - Riverside is less than 500 metres from the St. Enoch Centre shopping mall and St Enoch Subway Station. George Square is 800 metres away. Rooms feature modern decor, free WiFi, a 32-inch flat-screen TV, an en-suite with a power shower and an iron/ironing board. There is a bar in reception and a vending machine with snacks. A free breakfast buffet is included for guests and can be enjoyed in the Great Room lounge. An evening snack menu is available and pizzas can be ordered at any time. The Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City - Riverside also offers guests discounted parking for the nearby public car parks. The nearest airport is the Glasgow Airport (GLA) 14 km away and the nearest bus station is the Buchanan Bus Station 1.5 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Situated in the real heart of Glasgow, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.9

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet


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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Double Room with Free Hot Breakfast - Accessible
Price for:
Max persons: 2
Bed: 1 double bed
Free cancellation before 16:00 on 23 September 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 1 left
US$158 per night
Price US$473
3 nights, 2 adults
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Standard Room with Free Hot Breakfast
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 23 September 2025
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Continental breakfast included
US$522 for 3 nights
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  • 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
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  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible room
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hearing accessible
Max persons: 2
US$158 per night
Price US$473
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 23 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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  • 1 sofa bed
Free cot available on request
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$174 per night
Price US$522
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 23 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max persons: 3
US$287 per night
Price US$860
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 23 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Free cot available on request
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$174 per night
Price US$522
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 23 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 6 left
  • You won't be charged yet
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • FuturePlus
    FuturePlus

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Arnold
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice welcome by the lady on reception and having booked us in she gave us very useful advice about places of interest and how to get there.
  • Vanessa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, welcoming staff and great room. Made up bed settee for our grand daughter, who stayed for free. Lovely fresh cooked breakfast.
  • Linden
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were lovely, clean comfortable room, quick and tasty breakfast.
  • Ava
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice enough room, good breakfast, 5 minute walk from glasgow green (was here for trnsmt).
  • Tessa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean , well located , and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. We all ( 8 of us) enjoyed our visit, and would happily book again.
  • Maresbb
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel itself was in a great location for all the sights. Some of them walkable. The rooms were clean & comfy & had tea & coffee most welcome. The staff were so helpful especially Dylan on Reception and advised on directions & taxis. The...
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location, nice & clean & lovely helpful staff
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely friendly helpful staff. Room had all facilities and comfortable bed. Hotel ideally situated.
  • Geraldine
    Australia Australia
    It was close to the city & easy to find from Glasgow Airport. Kate the front desk receptionist was excellent her hard work & patience were very much appreciated. Would recommend this property to family & friends.
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    Our room was quiet and clean. Bed was comfortable but on the small side. Breakfast was good. Location was good within fairly easy walking distance of the city centre.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • International
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

House rules

Holiday Inn Express - Glasgow - City Ctr Riverside by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that cash payments are not accepted at this property. Parking is available at the public car park opposite and costs GBP 11.95 for 24 hours.

If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process.

Please note that cash payments are not allowed.

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 30 GBP per pet, per stay applies. Pets are welcomed by prior arrangement with the hotel.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.