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Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG

3.0 star property
A hearty breakfast buffet sets travelers up for exploring Glasgow's vibrant city center, with the energy of Scotland's cultural hub just steps away

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Experience the vibrant atmosphere at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside. Savor a free breakfast buffet, unwind with dinner and light fare at Great Room Lounge, or grab a snack from the vending machine. With multilingual staff and luggage storage, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is RM286
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in City Centre Glasgow, a neighbourhood in Glasgow, Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG is in a shopping district and on a river. OVO Hydro and Glasgow Science Centre are cultural highlights, while George Square is a notable landmark. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre or Celtic Park. Visit our Glasgow travel guide
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122 Stockwell Street, Glasgow, Scotland, G1 4LT

What's nearby

  • The Duke Of Wellington ALWAYS has a come on his head. First time I’ve seen a cone on his horse 🐴 😂 #LifeAtExpedia #TroverRT
    Merchant City
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Where hangings used to take place, just outside glasgow green
    Glasgow Green
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Buchanan Street featuring night scenes and street scenes
    Buchanan Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • From the bottom
    University of Strathclyde
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • George Square featuring heritage architecture, a memorial and a city
    George Square
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Argyle Street Station
    4 min walk
  • St Enoch Station
    8 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    4 min walk
  • Scotia Bar
    1 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG

Hotel near George Square
Located close to Glasgow Cathedral and OVO Hydro, Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A front desk safe, a lift and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, a water dispenser and luggage storage
  • A TV in reception, coffee/tea in reception and bike parking
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 128 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in FuturePlus – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Great Room Lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways (89 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1999
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG on 22 Mar 2026 start from RM286, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG located?

Located in City Centre Glasgow, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of George Square and Glasgow Cathedral. OVO Hydro and Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Argyle Street Station is only a 4-minute walk and St Enoch Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Centre Riverside by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Memet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly , welcoming , humorous
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Basic hotel but great for the family for 1 night while in the city. Very friendly staff, room and public areas clean, decent breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Good location, clean, tidy and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and a comfortable bed with good pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manjari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and staff were polite
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About 15 minute walk to main shops but a nice clean place to stay and breakfast was plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Adam Ant overnight stay

Room was clean and comfortable breakfast was good as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

the room was spotless excellent size bed breakfast busy but plenty choice .will def be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay at this hotel, the room was excellent with a reasonable view and very clean. The only downside to the stay was that the bed was huge but the duvet was a bit too small and the water pressure in the shower was poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Glynis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location to explore the city. Room, comfortable and clean. Staff welcoming and friendly. Great breakfast included in the price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were great. Friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and great location

A very comfortable stay. The breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An excellent stay for the last two days of our trip! Conveniently located, good sized room and a friendly staff! We would definitely stay here again when back in Glasgow
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Right next to Clyde River and the Scotia Pub and all easy walk to train connections and George St etc
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin Heather Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, delicious breakfast options everyday!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Room was spotless and the beds are comfortable. The staff are lovely, especially Margaret - all super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and nicely laid out. There was enough space for two friends in a twin room (2 nights). The staff were great and breakfast included was more than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Choice of Breakfast Options,Rooms Clean and Comfortable,Staff very Pleasant and Helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to walk around. Easy to find the car park as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, the reception staff were amazing, very friendly and really helpful. We checked in late, but they helped us with a smile and offered food and drinks. Thank you for making our stay great. Really good service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Near enough to train station to be walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for an overnight stay in glasgow

Very clean cosy room, comfy bed and hot shower. Quiet at night despite a road facing room. All staff were friendly and professional. Great value for money - would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Room clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025