Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel, Glasgow
Expert reviews
“The rooms are often spacious with luxurious black granite bathrooms, unusually comfortable beds and a sleek streamlined look (think: lots of grays, creams and Midcentury Modern lines). The basement spa is one of the best in the U.K.”
“Kimpton Blythswood Square offers five-star luxury, with amenities that include a spa, in an excellent but secluded central location, occupying one flank of an elegant residential square.”
“History and luxury come together at this smart conversion of the former headquarters of the Royal Automobile Club of Scotland, which occupies a classical building on peaceful Blythswood Square. The entrance is impressive, with marble floors and huge chandeliers.”
“In a gorgeous Georgian terrace, this elegant five-star offers inner-city luxury, with grey and cerise providing casual soft-toned style throughout. Rooms go from standard to penthouse with corresponding increases in comfort; it’s hard to resist the traditional ‘classic’ rooms with windows onto the delightful square, but at weekends you’ll have a quieter sleep in the new wing at the back.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
All you need to know
Blythswood Square in Glasgow is an address that exudes elegance, being a lush green oasis slightly west of the city center and imbued with Georgian allure.
Equally captivating is the Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel, a luxury boutique establishment with a hundred rooms, nestled behind one of the square’s four identical heritage-listed facades. Undeniably, this hotel presents an exceptional choice for an address in Glasgow. Every city, we believe, ought to have a quintessential blend of traditional and modern luxury boutique hotels, and this might just be Glasgow’s prime example.
The refurbishment surely must have been an exceptional task, considering the meticulous efforts made to retain the building’s original Georgian personality while integrating modern enhancements and current décor (including distinct Scottish elements like the generous use of Harris tweed in upholstery).
The juxtapositions are skillfully managed, never incongruous, with the vibrant tones of the contemporary furnishings beautifully complemented by the grandeur of the architectural surroundings.
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Recent guest reviews
18 January 2026
Exceptional
Everything was great start to finish.
15 January 2026
Relaxing
modern, clean, good facilities
12 January 2026
I have been before and would go back again, it is a real happy place for me.
Luxury spa onsite is a real treat
Car parking can be challenging but many multi-storeys close by
12 January 2026
10/10
Clean and fresh
Lift was close to room
11 January 2026
Fantastic stay, lovely food and great service.
Good location, lovely staff, amazing breakfast. Most of the staff went over and above to help, lovely atmosphere.
Room was a bit hot & tv didn’t work. We had to queue to get in the spa but it wasn’t for too long. Overall really really good.
11 January 2026
Beautiful stay, will definitely be back!
Beautiful property especially the restaurant area. Staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, we felt welcome from the minute we walked in. Happy hour in the lobby was a nice touch and a perfect way to start our weekend - not something you get in many hotels. Room was lovely, although some of the bedding and carpets seemed a little tired but overall very impressed. I wish we had been there longer to enjoy it some more. Complimentary mini bar (soft drinks & snacks) was a lovely surprise too. Breakfast was delicious, nice touch with ginger and lemon shots being handed out.
The spa felt a little tired in some areas and the snow sauna was a little disappointing. Some of the carpets around the hotel were stained and marked but appreciate there’s a lot of wear & tear in busy hotels. There was nothing at all that would put us off going back however had we paid a peak night at a higher rate, we may have expected a little more from the quality.
10 January 2026
Very comfortable
I like the quiet comfy room and the modern bathtub. I also appreciate the lighting options in the room. Very often it's very deem in hotels rooms, no ceiling lighting whatsoever, not possible to read or work comfortably, but not in this one. SPA was a nice addition. And the list of small items that could be provided by request like a sew kit or tampons seems an excellent idea.
9 January 2026
Lovely experience
Comfortable and modern without losing the history. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Lovely breakfast. Massages excellent.
8 January 2026
Blisswood
We have been to the Blythswood afew times and each time we go, its always as expected. Staff are all very friendly and so helpful from meeting you at the car helping in with luggage, to front desk staff welcoming with any queries giving you information if there is any events going on, wine tasting ect. Domestic staff keep the hotel spotless, spa staff are lovely and also the staff in the restaurant and bar are very polite and do their utmost to serve anything you ask. Rooms are comfortable and the rooms with the secret window in the bathroom are a lovely touch. Food is always delicious and the facilities in the spa are divine. We love the blythswood and intend to keep returning every year.
Absolutely nothing, everything was perfect as always.
7 January 2026
Extremely good food in restaurant and very comfortable room
Everything
Nothing
6 January 2026
Was a lovely chill night away
Very nice and clean
Nothing
5 January 2026
Exceptional
Everything about the place ...sauna was amazing
Pillows
4 January 2026
Amazing
Just a wonderful hotel with a fabulous spa, staff were amazing.
Pillows weren’t very comfortable
4 January 2026
Fabulous
Beds were comfortable Staff were pleasant and helpful Lovely bar and spa
In pool underneath the waterfalls were unclean Only fault I can think of
4 January 2026
Nice but not as good as usual
Food location staff
Overcrowded couldn’t get using spa had to wait. Not all things working in spa main reason we go. Snack usually in room not there . Shortage of bathrooms informed It was fully booked
3 January 2026
Exceptional
Thee Best hotel in Glasgow , The customer service has been the best I have experienced in a uk Hotel . The do really cater for every whim!
Price point is on the higher End but in this case you do really get what you pay for.
3 January 2026
Extremely pleasurable
Service remarkable
Nothing
3 January 2026
Exceptional
Everything was perfect !
Nothing , it was a great stay , definitely will be back
31 December 2025
Fourth visit and excellent as always. A truly 5 star experience.
The staff and superb customer service. The standards overall. Truly 5 star.
Nothing to complain about at all but a suggestion would be one firm pillow and one soft in rooms and a heated towel rail.
31 December 2025
Very nice hotel with lovely bedrooms and great service. Staff very friendly and helpful. Easy to access from motorway.
Beautiful bedroom with great view of Georgian square
Glasgow council ridiculous parking restrictions !
31 December 2025
Christmas made perfect
Beautiful room. Spa facilities exceptional
Nothing
29 December 2025
Exceptional
Room was lovely and so was breakfast. Staff were really good and went out of their way to help.
The view from the room wasn’t great. Not an issue for us but worth noting.
27 December 2025
Perfect Christmas treat
Beautiful and immaculate presentation, stunning festive decorations. Spa is peaceful. All staff were friendly and attentive. Room felt like a retreat and extension of the spa, room service excellent. Festive gifts were delightful. Social hour with complimentary drinks was a lovely idea.
The restaurant was a little lacking in atmosphere on Christmas Eve, some live music would have been a welcome addition.
27 December 2025
SANTA'S LITTLE HELPERS
Very beautiful building and location with private gardens opposite. Very grand entrance beautifully decorated for Christmas. Comfortable room with walk in shower and bath. Staff are very welcoming and very professional and attentive. A big thank to Lori concierge whose an absolute gentleman and very professional. A big thanks to David concierge also. Emilia on reception was lovely and very welcoming. I had a lovely Christmas with my 2 precious little dogs and we can't wait to go back. A million thanks guys for making our stay special!!!
Only thing I didn't like because I requested a ground floor room with a view. Room was lovely and very close to reception which was good because I have a walking stick and my 2 dogs with me... Only thing I didn't like was the generator outside my window...because it was at the back..so no view But all in all it was a lovely stay.
26 December 2025
Exceptional
Everything perfect
Nothing
20 December 2025
Beautiful luxurious stay, a friendly hard working team at reception, restaurant spa and room service
Hotel is stunning, beautifully decorated for Christmas time. Spa was very relaxing, plenty different rooms to experience and loungers to relax on. The bar has a lovely atmosphere and coffee & cocktails were enjoyable. Complimentary mulled wine served in the upstair salon was a lovely touch
Nothing
19 December 2025
Fabulous
Location was amazing, hotel was beautiful and clean, lots of thoughtful touches and really friendly staff.
14 December 2025
Absolutely perfect.
Everything
Nothing
13 December 2025
Top place.
Absolutely everything, the place the decors the staff. Amazing
Nothing.
13 December 2025
Very good but has potential to be outstanding
Excellent amenities
There isn’t a residents bar after 11
12 December 2025
Hot stuff..bit too hot and noisey as well thoufh.
Location, decor, room, spa all beautiful. Loved breakfast. Love the space in the bedroom and the different creams and wash gels provided..
Couldnt work out how air con in toom worked...was on high all night and far too hit. Room was just above some air con vents that were really noisy. Really hated both these thingst. Particulatly as room was quite expensive...and was rezlly lovelu otherwise
11 December 2025
Superb hotel with everyone so helpful, we will be back. The full Scottish breakfast was excellent.
The room was excellent, breakfast was superb but the staff is what makes the hotel. We used the spa for a treatment, once more staff and experience was brilliant.
The food was a let down for me, we ate in the hotel on two nights, could not fault the staff but the menu is very limited and in my view very expensive.
10 December 2025
Brilliant. Plan to make a yearly trip
The decor and spa
The shower- overflowing and had to use towels to mop up
9 December 2025
Elegant, delightful and loved every second
Stunning hotel with extremely warm and professional staff. The room was fabulous with a super comfy bed. Breakfast was delicious. Loved our stay
Nothing
7 December 2025
Fantastic from start to finish.
The welcome from all staff was so warm and friendly. Everyone was so helpful. The spa was fantastic and the room a great size.
The pillows. Very uncomfortable.
29 November 2025
A real treat!
The breakfast was lovely but had changed a bit from last year. Pancakes not quite as good. Staff were brilliant though.
The pancakes..sorry!
28 November 2025
This was an over night stay, we would like to return for a longer stay.
Beautiful building and very lovely staff. Great restaurant and comfortable room and bed. All recently updated I think.
Lovely room but a very small window which made it feel like a basement. Heat/AC difficult to control, but window could be opened.
28 November 2025
Exceptional stay with brilliant staff thank you! We look forward to coming again next year
Staff were brilliant couldn’t do enough to help you. Room very spacious and clean
Nothing
24 November 2025
Very good and attentive
Situation
Non applicable
22 November 2025
Very comfortable
The staff were exceptional - helpful and friendly
Spa was a disappointment - layout confusing and busy
16 November 2025
Exceptional
Everything, great service, great staff.
Nothing, not 1 bad thing to say
13 November 2025
An excellent hotel. Exceptional staff and exceptional food.
Staff so professional and attentive and plenty of them. Really really good. The food was exceptional and so enjoyable. The atmosphere and ambiance were lovely.. Would love to return. So central too…Thank-you
Would like to have been able to open a window in our room and would like to have had a magnifying mirror in the bathroom.
12 November 2025
Fabulous
Lovely staff Very attentive
I had been upgraded to a suite with a marble bathroom. The floor was very cold to the feet! Underfloor heating would be great!
11 November 2025
Relaxed with no problems
Staff especially the Doormen. Helped with heavy luggage and secured power plugs.
10 November 2025
Exceptional
Best hotel in Glasgow
5 November 2025
Our stay was exactly what we were hoping for
The breakfast was excellent
I can’t think of anything that could have been better
4 November 2025
Exceptional
Excellent customer service and spa facilities
30 October 2025
Exceptional
A wonderful place and experience.
29 October 2025
A luxury visit
Everything, all round great place.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Lockers
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool (all year) (additional charge)
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Bicycle rental
Cleaning services
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Pool and wellness
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers

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19 January 2026
A lovely treat - can't wait to visit again.