Is parking available at the hotel?

Parking is available at the property. It is on-site and may be subject to additional charges. Guests are encouraged to check for availability and any associated fees upon arrival.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Additional charges apply for guests beyond the included two adults sharing a guestroom.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a maximum fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Guests should contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific accessibility options for rooms and bathrooms may be available, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests with disabilities.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Glasgow, within a 5-minute drive of George Square and Glasgow Cathedral. It is approximately 1.7 miles from OVO Hydro and 1.8 miles from the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre. Public transport options are available nearby.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 2 children can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property also offers connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability.

Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside Hotel

Average nightly price at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$72
February	$112
March	$95
April	$107
May	$137
June	$188
July	$194
August	$175
September	$143
October	$119
November	$113
December	$96

What guests think

Across many reviews, Holiday Inn Express - Glasgow - City Ctr Riverside by IHG is praised for friendly, helpful staff, clean, comfortable rooms, and a central, walkable location, with included breakfast appreciated despite crowds and occasional quality or variety complaints.

Rooms are generally comfortable but simple, with some small family rooms, basic amenities, and occasional heating or shower‑pressure issues, plus sporadic noise from corridors or nearby venues. Facilities are straightforward: discounted offsite parking across the road and a small bar/light meals on site, with occasional lift outages. Overall, expect a clean, good-value base with standout service.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic: no onsite parking but discounted NCP parking is available across the road, reliable Wi‑Fi, and a small bar with light meals. Guests report occasional lift outages and several heating or air‑conditioning issues.

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10

Damon

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was flawless. The receptionist Yazmin was wonderful. Found my old IHG Priority number and added it to my reservation. That entitled me to late check out which was great. Parking is across the street in a huge open air NCP. I was a little concerned, but it seems to have good lighting and CCTV. Breakfast was varied and plentiful. Staff in general were all excellent. There was a brief moment of panic at noon when the fire alarm went off, but it was quickly silenced. Bedding was crisp and fresh. Great sized shower. All in all an excellent stay.

8

Graham

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonable for a city centre hotel. Car park is NCPover the road, so a little difficult if you have a number of bags. Staff friendly and hotel very similar to others in chain

6

Shannon

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

For a short 1 night stay it was ok. Property is outdated. Only one lift was working, took forever and was very small. Only a USB port next to the bed, no plug. And no plug or charging point on the other side of the bed.

10

Alison

Dec 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel and location couldn’t be better, on the Clyde and 10 min walk to Argyle street. NCP 3 min walk. Staff friendly. Breakfast was good and we will definitely stay here again.

4

Daniel

Apr 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Where do I start. We had to wait well past 3pm to check in as the room wasn’t available. Didn’t sleep much from the nosy air con unit firm the 80’s that made noises all night even when turned off. Came to leave and both lifts out of order, 5 floors up with 4 heavy suitcases. No offers of assistance or apologies from staff. My wife has hurt her neck from having to carry one of the cases down 10 flights of stairs (2 per floor) very poor. IHG you must do better.

4

Cheryl

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

entering, the reception area was spotless and staff were accommodating and friendly and after entering the room it was also clean and lovely, only downside was the awful water pressure in the shower. On returning at nite I was upset that I couldn't get a drink at the bar at 0030 never been in a hotel with a bar that refused a resident a drink when staying in the building as its home away from home and was not drunk. The other major issue for us was breakfast in the morning which was one of the worst situations I have encountered in a hotel. Was putting food on my plate and couldn't believe there was no bacon and when I asked I was told 5 minutes which turned into 10. When looking for a table there was none free at all, I think having to stand and either eat your breakfast or wait for a table until it goes freezing is unbelievable to be honest for such a massive hotel chain such as this, Bacon finally came out when I had finished my breakfast which was then of no use. In all, except the cleanliness of the room and reception was disappointing and what I would expect in a budget b and b an not paying for a hotel such as a holiday Inn.

10

Andrew

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel but no onsite parking and offsite option was expensive

10

Kathleen

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bar selection was great and soup was delicious

8

Lisa

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay perfectly fine. Air con not working in room was very warm

10

Isobel

Mar 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic stay. Reception staff upon check in and out were very friendly and helpful. The room its self was spacious, well equipped and very clean. Comfortable bed, plenty of clean towels along with tea and coffee sachets, and iron and hair dryer also provided. Wifi very easy to access along with a TV. Parking was near the hotel, very easy ro access and great discounted rate provided by hotel. The breakfast in the morning was served during a good timeslot, very well stocked and laid out nicely, very tasty. Would 100% stay here again and highly recommend.

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Cleanliness

Reviews repeatedly highlight very clean, often spotless rooms and well-kept common areas. A minority mention issues such as stained linens or glassware, discoloured tap water, or occasionally unclean crockery at breakfast.

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Katy

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the room was spotless excellent size bed breakfast busy but plenty choice .will def be back

10

Shelagh

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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

2

Chelsey

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Booked through Hotels.com and chose pay at hotel. Hotel decided to charge my card BEFORE I got there, not tell me, and charge me again. Poor hygiene: dust from AC on bed and huge dark stains on towels went unnoticed. Majority of rooms have connecting doors but this is not mentioned or made clear in photos or in description. This can be a threat to your safety like it was to mine when two people barged into my room!! Rang down to reception and had no sympathy at all, and when i rang down a second time had the phone put down. This false advertising is both dangerous and illegal but when I have approached Hotels.com, Holiday Inn's customer service and the hotel about updating this I have been told I have had a refund. I have had to go to Holiday Inn's parent company IHG to ask for a change to be made and will be taking this to the ombudsman. It was also like pulling teeth to get a refund. At first I wasnt offered a refund, then the equivalent of one free night in points (when I stayed for two!), then 50% and then full when I called the hotel back. I was told the reason I wasn't offered a refund in the first place was because I had a positive experience....

8

Ashley

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Basic hotel room, was cleanish the sofa bed was all stained as was the actual mattress on the double bed but overall what we needed from the room was served

10

Annette

Oct 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Couldn't fault it the accommodation was spotless.

10

Alan

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean,quiet,good breakfast.Helpful staff.

6

A

Dec 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bedroom was clean and comfortable but the cutlery at breakfast was not very clean. The breakfast was adequate

10

Elaina

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice comfortable stay. Room was a little cold though. The shower water was discoloured so had to run it for a while before it ran clear. Bit noisy during the night with latecomers. Good breakfast, discounted 24hr parking across the road.

10

Janette

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room clean, beds comfortable,shower room immaculate. Breakfast and choice excellent. Staff very helpfull,would not hesitate to use again.

10

Keith

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

We have stayed here numerous times. Really handy for the city centre and also for music venues or football. Staff are always friendly and helpful and the breakfast is always good and fresh. Rooms are kept immaculate.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable but simple; some are small for families, amenities are basic and often lack a fridge or safe, and a few note dated decor. Expect occasional temperature or shower‑pressure problems and intermittent noise from corridors or nearby venues.

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Shannon

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

For a short 1 night stay it was ok. Property is outdated. Only one lift was working, took forever and was very small. Only a USB port next to the bed, no plug. And no plug or charging point on the other side of the bed.

6

Neill

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good check in and check out but no safe, fridge or luggage hold. Also the toilet didn’t flush properly despite a few ‘fixes’.

6

Muhammad

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

People staying were 2 adults 2 kids of ages 10 and 8. Sofa bed is small to accommodate 2 kids easily.

8

Lucy

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean spacious room. Was quite cold when we first checked in. Rang reception who said they would sort it. After an hour it was still cold so went down to reception, was given a portable heater, thought it was a bit strange I had to take it to my room myself but anyway it heated the room up. Our room was right outside the lifts so was quite noisy through the night and early morning with people coming and going . Beds were very comfy and the room very clean. Breakfast was great, lots to choose from and staff really friendly. Would stay again but would probably ask for a room away from the lifts.

6

Tarloak

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We had a family room. Which was really small. Didnt have room for our luggage after the sofa bed was opened. Sofa bed was really uncomfortable to sleep on. Didnt sleep properly at all over the 4 nights. One of the receptionists late at night was seen by my wife stroking and hugging a dog in reception. Then straight after that she went to the bar to serve customers without washing her hands.

6

FARID

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The beds are really too small for two adults. It’s more a bed for one person. It’s imposible to sleep well !

8

David

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff and a comfortable bed with good pillows.

6

Adam

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent service from the front desk team. But the aircon unit in the room rattled all night, and the shower was a tepid trickle.

6

Debbie

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean. Bed mattress was uneven rather than flat. Felt like I was sleeping on a hill. No fridge to keep drinks cold. Bathroom was clean. Towels big and thick. Linen lovely. Included breakfast was good. As the hotel is located at the corner of a very busy intersection, there was nowhere to drop off luggage and check in before parking the car in a parking lot.

6

Emma

Sep 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good enough place. Facilities very basic, shower not very strong and breakfast was extremely basic. Good base though and although bed was small it was comfy.

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Service

Service is frequently described as friendly, professional and helpful, with smooth check‑ins and staff who accommodate requests and offer useful advice. A few guests reported poor communication or unsympathetic responses.

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10

Damon

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was flawless. The receptionist Yazmin was wonderful. Found my old IHG Priority number and added it to my reservation. That entitled me to late check out which was great. Parking is across the street in a huge open air NCP. I was a little concerned, but it seems to have good lighting and CCTV. Breakfast was varied and plentiful. Staff in general were all excellent. There was a brief moment of panic at noon when the fire alarm went off, but it was quickly silenced. Bedding was crisp and fresh. Great sized shower. All in all an excellent stay.

10

Angela

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What can I say, 'Thank you again!' Contacted he hotel to check the room type as my husband still required the sofabed to prop himself up after an operarion. Anthony arranged a change in room type with no fuss, Thank you Anthony, we appreciated your help.' The staff were polite and friendly.

10

Richard

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Delighted with our stay! Greeted from the beginning with a friendly check-in which included great information. Breakfast was busy at times but staff worked hard and very well to ensure everything ran smoothly. Very happy with the room, air conditioning was easy to use when neeed. Bathroom was terrific with a great shower. Loved the location by the river and Glasgow Green nearby. We had a couple of requests during our time there which were acted upon with great care. Thanks to all the staff who made it a lovely stay.

10

Jennifer

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Super conveniently located, clean and the breakfast was great. The staff deserve a special shout out, and I regret not taking their names, but I had a medical emergency during my stay and the staff were incredible. Helped me to navigate the healthcare system (we are from out of the country), directed calls to our room from the hospital, held doors for me when I arrived back from the hospital and even checked in to see how I was doing. They were also kind to my daughter amd were helpful with directions. I can’t thank the staff enough for their kindness!

2

Chelsey

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Booked through Hotels.com and chose pay at hotel. Hotel decided to charge my card BEFORE I got there, not tell me, and charge me again. Poor hygiene: dust from AC on bed and huge dark stains on towels went unnoticed. Majority of rooms have connecting doors but this is not mentioned or made clear in photos or in description. This can be a threat to your safety like it was to mine when two people barged into my room!! Rang down to reception and had no sympathy at all, and when i rang down a second time had the phone put down. This false advertising is both dangerous and illegal but when I have approached Hotels.com, Holiday Inn's customer service and the hotel about updating this I have been told I have had a refund. I have had to go to Holiday Inn's parent company IHG to ask for a change to be made and will be taking this to the ombudsman. It was also like pulling teeth to get a refund. At first I wasnt offered a refund, then the equivalent of one free night in points (when I stayed for two!), then 50% and then full when I called the hotel back. I was told the reason I wasn't offered a refund in the first place was because I had a positive experience....

10

Leigh

Nov 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were great. Friendly and helpful

8

Virginia

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff didn't tell us about heat/ac controls for the rooms downstairs. So when we changed the temperature to 17C and fan on high it never cooled. When we reported it thats when they told us we should have called downstairs.

10

Priscilla M

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff at the desk were very nice and helpful.

6

Jeanne

Jan 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was near all the places I wanted to visit. The staff were unhelpful and some were quite hostile

10

Ignacio

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Location

Central, walkable base by the river for shopping, transport links, Glasgow Green and venues like the Hydro or Barrowlands. Several guests felt the immediate area can seem rough or unsavoury at night, though most still found it convenient.

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Richard

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Delighted with our stay! Greeted from the beginning with a friendly check-in which included great information. Breakfast was busy at times but staff worked hard and very well to ensure everything ran smoothly. Very happy with the room, air conditioning was easy to use when neeed. Bathroom was terrific with a great shower. Loved the location by the river and Glasgow Green nearby. We had a couple of requests during our time there which were acted upon with great care. Thanks to all the staff who made it a lovely stay.

10

Paul Colin

Mar 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel inside was excellent with very respectful and efficient staff who offered a wealth of information. The breakfast was first class and well presented Unfortunately, the hotel is located in an area of Glasgow which is still being redeveloped and in serious need of improvement however, it was only a short walk to the centre and good attractions

10

Chelsey

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was great. Neighborhood a bit rough

10

Jennifer

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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

10

Alison

Dec 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel and location couldn’t be better, on the Clyde and 10 min walk to Argyle street. NCP 3 min walk. Staff friendly. Breakfast was good and we will definitely stay here again.

10

Fenton

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location. Near enough to train station to be walkable.

10

Virginia

May 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for central Glasgow.

8

Thomas

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, close to parking and good value for the city centre.

10

Dorothy

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were 2 friends going to see Simply Red at the OVO Hydro. Hotel was clean and comfortable and very friendly staff. Only had breakfast which was lovely. Was not too far to walk to the Hydro and the price was very reasonable.

10

Angela

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location near city center and walkable to the sites. Large car park across the street with reduced price for guest. Close to airport and a great hot/cold breakfast

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Dining

Breakfast is widely appreciated as included and with a decent hot/cold spread. It can be busy with waits, and guests sometimes note bland items, stale or unclean tableware, and little day‑to‑day variety.

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valerie

Jun 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast options were good. However, dishwasher may need attention as numerous crockery and cutlery were unclean.

10

Giancarlo

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay was excellent. The staff was friendly, the room clean and comfortable and breakfast was amazing. We also found the location perfect!

10

LORRAINE

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hot breakfast was Ok but scrambled eggs were quite bland and sausages were like rubber. If you improve on that then would have rated it a 5

8

Natalia D Butler

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Easy check in and out. The hotel was deceng but a bit outdated. Although breakfast was included it was the same every day for 4 days, more varitey needed

8

Amanda

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great for 1 night stay, comfy and clean. Nice breakfast although chaotic around the food area and no set seats so hard to know what tables were free

8

Robert

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast buffet very average. Room clean and spacious.

4

Cheryl

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

entering, the reception area was spotless and staff were accommodating and friendly and after entering the room it was also clean and lovely, only downside was the awful water pressure in the shower. On returning at nite I was upset that I couldn't get a drink at the bar at 0030 never been in a hotel with a bar that refused a resident a drink when staying in the building as its home away from home and was not drunk. The other major issue for us was breakfast in the morning which was one of the worst situations I have encountered in a hotel. Was putting food on my plate and couldn't believe there was no bacon and when I asked I was told 5 minutes which turned into 10. When looking for a table there was none free at all, I think having to stand and either eat your breakfast or wait for a table until it goes freezing is unbelievable to be honest for such a massive hotel chain such as this, Bacon finally came out when I had finished my breakfast which was then of no use. In all, except the cleanliness of the room and reception was disappointing and what I would expect in a budget b and b an not paying for a hotel such as a holiday Inn.

4

Mr John P

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was hammering going on from at least as early as 10am, which is just NOT good enough - people at a hotel are entitled to sleep in if they like. It's their paid privilege. Not to mention the woman next door at 8:30am shouting at her child through the paper-thin walls that he was being selfish through the night playing them music and keeping them up. Thankfully I didn't hear the music, but I certainly heard her! Finally, the hash browns at breakfast were embarrassingly stale.

10

Theresa

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very comfortable stay. The breakfast was lovely.

10

Mrs Marcia

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good Choice of Breakfast Options,Rooms Clean and Comfortable,Staff very Pleasant and Helpful

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Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa Bed (With )

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