voco Grand Central, Glasgow
The voco Grand Central is an iconic fixture in Glasgow’s cityscape. First opened in 1883, the building was designed by the celebrated Scottish architect Sir Rowand Anderson, who also crafted the National Portrait Gallery. Attached directly to the bustling Glasgow Central Station, the hotel has long served as a gateway to the city, standing tall through two World Wars and witnessing over a century of social history.
The hotel’s past is nothing short of legendary. It has hosted royalty, political icons like Winston Churchill and JFK, and even The Beatles. A particularly fascinating historical footnote is that in 1927, the world’s first long-distance television transmission was conducted from its fourth floor by John Logie Baird. Today, you can even explore a “Wall of Fame” within the hotel featuring portraits of these famous former guests.
Inside, the property masterfully balances Victorian grandeur with modern comfort. High ceilings and intricate wood paneling remain, yet the rooms have been updated with contemporary boutique flair. A standout feature is the Champagne Central bar, which overlooks the station’s main concourse—it’s a perfect spot to watch the world go by.
Location-wise, you couldn’t be more central. You are steps away from the “Style Mile” for shopping and a short walk from George Square’s historic monuments. With the subway nearby, it’s also an incredibly easy base for reaching the OVO Hydro or the vibrant West End, making it an excellent starting point for exploring everything Glasgow has to offer.
Expert reviews
“One of Europe’s great Victorian hotels built when train travel was a luxury, this hotel located within Glasgow’s historic train station deserves its name, as everything about it, from the magnificent marble-floor Champagne bar to the ballroom fully restored to its original glory, is grand.”
“This handsome Victorian hotel is part of the Central station: some rooms overlook the platforms. High ceilings, vast corridors stretching into the distance and a fabulous ballroom are highlights of this throwback to rail’s golden age.”
“A generally stylish hotel with direct access to Glasgow Central Station, making it a great base for short stays in this culturally rich city. The lobby is great for people-watching; sink into a deep, comfy armchair and watch guests going to and from the station, just next door.”
What guests liked
- Central location
- Free Wifi
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
Location
Recent guest reviews
12 March 2026
Amazing. Loved it. Depressed it’s over already! Desperate to return now! Excellent staff.
Location, luxury feeling, amenities, friendliness and accommodating staff (early check-in and late check out and complimentary bar vouchers). Faultless service .
Unexpectedly noisy due to being attached to Central Station so heard either music or announcements during our stay but this lessened during the night and when windows/shutters were closed over.
10 March 2026
Exceptional
Ive always wanted to stay, and i was not disappointed Ive scored excelente on everything Part from the bed I felt it could have been comfier the rooms were beautiful, food 10 drink choices abundante.
To be honest the bed
7 March 2026
Fabulous
Warm room; good shower; good choice for breakfast; we requested another chair in our room and it was provided.
We found the lighting a little dim
6 March 2026
Good as always with perfect central location and underground service 5-7 min walk to west end
Central and train from irvine cant beat it tbh for 1 night family party
Location and clean hotel
5 March 2026
First class
Overall very good.
N/A
3 March 2026
Comfortable stay
Styling as gorgeous
Nothing
3 March 2026
I was attending an event and being in a lovely hotel made it worthwhile
The location is great and the beds are great
2 March 2026
Much needed break and chose Voco Grand Central Hotel to have it in
The property is beautiful throughout
Not one single thing
2 March 2026
GREAT! Must stay :)
Great location! Concierge staff friendly and smooth east check in process. Room spacious, clean and beds were comfortable. Will definitely stay here again.
No issues or complaints
2 March 2026
Fabulous
Friendly helpful staff, amazing building and very central lication, rooms beautiful
2 March 2026
Exceptional
Very central and clean
1 March 2026
Great central location in Glay
Great central location
Nothing really
1 March 2026
Pleasant and good value
Particularly liked the breakfast which had excellent choices and very friendly staff
1 March 2026
Great stay in central Glasgow
Breakfast was great, location as well. The room was very quiet, delighted with the early check in as we arrived from the US early and didn’t sleep on the flight. Staff really friendly too. Overall everything was superb. 10/10 definitely be back soon.
All great, nothing to complain about.
28 February 2026
Well happy
Convenient clean staff amazing
Was told no dog in restaurants but one next to us had one we had breakfast in room which was good but no table to have breakfast trays to put food on
28 February 2026
Fabulous
The hotel was central for everything. Staff went over and above, very friendly.Hotel very clean.
The champagne bar was open to the general public, so unable to get a seat for a drink and queuing at the bar. Also people who were non residents came in just to use the toilets. Normally they were clean, but went a bit downhill as the day/night went on.
28 February 2026
Great short break in the city
room and breakfast were great. View could have been better.
The view
26 February 2026
Fabulous
The Heating didn’t heat up the entire room only below the television
25 February 2026
It was lovely and staff went above and beyond
I got breakfast in bed which was lovely
25 February 2026
Fabulous
The location is perfect for the centre of Glasgow. Everything was exceptionally clean.
My room was a little cramped.
25 February 2026
Very good
More normal black tea for breakfast - you had run out of English breakfast and earl grey for example which was disappointing
25 February 2026
Great location, great hotel
Room was great size and powerful shower
N/a
24 February 2026
Would definitely return
Location and room was excellent
24 February 2026
Fabulous
Great historic property
Nothing
24 February 2026
Best place to explore Glasgow!
My 2nd stay here at the Glasgow Voco, I recommend it to everyone! Comfortable room, the most convenient location, very helpful staff. Any time I'm in Glasgow, I'll stay here.
That I had to leave!
24 February 2026
Really nice hotel
Great location, stayed here before ideally placed in the Center of the city
The bar was closed when we got back from a concert at 11pm. It was advertised as late.
22 February 2026
Excellent hotel in prime location and great value for money
Central location. History of the hotel and the beautiful building. Very clean. Great staff and a champagne bar.
We ate in the restaurant on one night and this could have been better
22 February 2026
Exceptional
Fabulous.
22 February 2026
Exceptional
Supeb !!!!
Nothing
21 February 2026
First time staying
Central impressive
Na
21 February 2026
Fabulous
Staff were exceptional. Especially the concierge gentleman.
Other guests rather noisy. but clearly not the hotels fault.
21 February 2026
Lovely room comfortable bed clean nice bath/shower
Lovely room, really good toiletries, nice bath, clean, beautiful period staircase
Dirty windows, loose bath handle
21 February 2026
Fabulous break
Very comfortable room and superb breakfast and a good overall experience
Nothing really. All good.
20 February 2026
Would like to thank Ellie for giving us the best stay in a hotel we have ever had and just to say we will definitely be
Place was beautiful clean and staff were amazing!! I was staying for our first Valentine’s Day with my partner and it was also his first time in Scotland as he stays in Dublin, I emailed the hotel to make them aware of this and was upgraded room and they put petals on the bed and towel swans on the bed also a valentines quiz for us and drinks vouchers, honestly the best hotel I have stayed in Glasgow and I have stayed in a lot can’t recommend this anymore
20 February 2026
Fabulous
Great location
Nothing to dislike
20 February 2026
Great location, great breakfast. Stunning rooms
The rooms are great, the breakfast is good, this is my favourite place to stay in Glasgow
The staff sometimes seem very busy and it takes a while to help
19 February 2026
Fabulous
Excellent breakfast with a very big spread. The haggis was excellent. Fruits were fresh. The reception was knowledgeable and friendly. They told me where to eat and where to go shopping and take the Hop on hop off bus.
nothing
18 February 2026
Recommended, have breakfast somewhere else
Staff, building, location
Breakfast - felt like a staff canteen ca 1970
18 February 2026
We very much enjoyed our stay and would recommend
location was perfect. breakfast was excellent and staff throughout visit were helpful and pleasant. Great walk in shower.
We would have preferred more clothes storage/hanging space and an additional chair in the room
18 February 2026
Had a great and relaxing break.
The concierge was so very friendly and helpful.
The weather 😊
17 February 2026
A first class Hotel, with large bedrooms, clean and lots of ambience.
The close proximity to the main railway station and the city centre local buses and shopping centre. The room was huge with large beds and large windows to look out over the sky line. Breakfast was a vast choice of local dishes as well as continental on a help yourself basis, plenty to choose from.
The breakfast room was downstairs, and was rather cold, sitting near the entrance was very cold and only at the far end of the room was a source of heat which was limited in getting the room warm, Being downstairs felt a long way from the floors where the bedrooms where situated.
17 February 2026
All good
Central
Bar closed early
16 February 2026
Stunning interior, great location, delicious breakfast.
The decor and the fact that the hotel has maintained its historical features.
N/a
16 February 2026
Really enjoyed our stay
Staff were very attentive
Long wait at the bar, staff having "private " conversations when there was a queue
16 February 2026
Fab historic building
Fabulous olde world hotel right next to the railway station concourse. Lovely original features..beautiful wooden staircase. But with all modern conveniences in bathrooms and bedroom. Breakfast was amazing with lots of choice. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Nothing!
15 February 2026
Excellent room and service
Excellent rooms
Nothing
15 February 2026
Love the location, staff and food and how handy it is.
The location and breakfast are fab and everything you could want to do is within easy reach.
The last 2 times we have stayed we’ve had to change rooms, first one was at the back of beyond and tiny so we paid another £40 to upgrade 😔 and the last time we upgraded at booking and still got a room at the very end of the cooridor and asked to change again but at least thuu it a time we had already paid for the upgrade! Feels like if u book through booking.com they give you their least attractive rooms ?
15 February 2026
Generally good, but a couple of improvements are called for.
It's a comfortable hotel, right within the Station complex so that everything is on the doorstep. It is a beautiful building, lifts to all floors. Considering it's in the heart of Glasgow, you wouldn't really know it from how quiet the wide corridors are.
The Dining Room was extremely cold, the rooms themselves were just about warm and the hot water was not hot enough. There was noise from outside until around 12.30 am, I wasn't sure whether this was from inside or outside of the Hotel (it was a Friday night).
14 February 2026
Perfect location as a base to explore Glasgow, Loch Lomond, Perth (and beyond).
Easy access from Glasgow Central station Excellent staff and customer service throughout our stay. Large room with King size bed and sizeable bathroom.
Would have preferred a room with walk in shower.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available

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13 March 2026
Good