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Motel One, Glasgow

78-82 Oswald St, Glasgow G1 4PL, United Kingdom. (show on map)

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“Motel One stacks simple, clean and well-appointed rooms in a budget tower slap-bang in the city center, next to Glasgow Central railway station.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Glasgow.

Telegraph review:

“A budget hotel by German chain Motel One with a subtle railway theme and contemporary design. The handy location adjacent to Glasgow Central Station makes it an ideal base for a city break or pit stop en route to other parts of Scotland.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of Motel One, Glasgow. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.4 out of 5.0

Ranked 7th in Glasgow

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What guests liked

All you need to know

If you stay at Motel One Glasgow, you’ll get a really convenient city-centre base. It’s right by Glasgow Central Station (so trains or the airport bus are super easy to reach) and just a short stroll from shopping streets, historic sights, museums and the general buzz of downtown Glasgow.

The vibe inside is fresh and modern: the rooms and common areas are designed with a subtle nod to rail and industrial history (think train-station aesthetics, wire-flow lights, and tasteful décor inspired by Glasgow’s heritage), which gives the place some charm while still staying relaxed and functional.

Guests usually highlight how clean and comfortable the rooms are, how friendly and efficient the staff tends to be, and how easy everything is, from check-in to free WiFi.

 

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Location

Recent guest reviews

4.5
Nicola

30 December 2025

Fabulous

Nice new clean hotel

Drinks are expensive

4.0
Aidas

30 December 2025

Very good

Nice room,good location.

Insufficient water pressure in the shower ,view from the window.

4.0
Karl

30 December 2025

Close to station. Close to shops

Good location, stayed here before. Nice bar and reception area. Warm and inviting. Staff are great. Very friendly. Price was reasonable.

Room was smaller than I remembered. No good shampoo, conditioner etc. No shower cap or hairdryer etc, those kind of things. Didnt seem to be room for them. We were light on luggage but if we had big bags there wouldn't have been much room to put them. I would say the room didn't seem to be on the same luxury level or feel as the rest of the hotel.

4.0
Linda

30 December 2025

Chosen for location delivered.

Location

Nothing

5.0
Kirsti

30 December 2025

Glasgow Hotel One is a must!!

The staff and atmosphere were superb and most friendly. The front desk staff (sorry can't place her name) was amazing with an unexpected room upgrade and loads of city history and the recommendation to eat at Sloans. Bryain our bartender was spot on with conversation, gifts of local foods, great drinks and a list of to dos while in Glasgow.

Everything was amazing

4.5
Alan

30 December 2025

Fabulous

The hotel was situated great for getting the train home and pubs and places to eat

4.5
Barry

30 December 2025

Excellent comfortable and helpful polite staff

Its location and it’s layout

5.0
Shannon

30 December 2025

Exceptional

This hotel is amazing and great value for money. I don’t think I’ve ever slept in a more comfy bed than this one whilst travelling!

4.5
Murray

29 December 2025

Outstanding stay once again!

Staff were really helpful and room was very clean!

Again not the hotels fault, we stayed in floor 3 room 2, and there was a music thing on at Platform, ans the music was vibrating through the whole room! Staff moved our rooms, so again outstanding service! Not their faults but the accommodated it really well!

5.0
Britnie

29 December 2025

Very clean and comfortable stay!

We had a fantastic stay at Motel One Glasgow. Check-in was easy, and the attendant gave us great advice on how to get around and where to visit. The room was clean and well-equipped. Breakfast was delicious, and there was a large variety of food options. Definitely a top-notch establishment.

5.0
Sarah

29 December 2025

Amazing

Amazing staff location and gorgeous hotel

nothing

5.0
Paul

29 December 2025

Stayed many times and will be back

Love this place, reasonably priced but feels more expensive than it is, great location, great staff. The photos on line are actually how it looks in real life!

Rooms feel a little basic compared to downstairs, but still comfortable and clean

4.0
Gemma

29 December 2025

Perfect for short city break

Stunning interior. Central location. Friendly staff.

Could have been more selection at breakfast

5.0
Fiona

29 December 2025

Exceptional

Great location, excellent breakfast, beautiful lobby area to sit in.

Parking is expensive.

5.0
Alistair

29 December 2025

Exceptional

How central the location was and how comfy the beds are

There were no faults. Second time ive stayed and everything was perfect both times

4.0
Stephanie

29 December 2025

Lovely, Clean central location

It was clean, staff were friendly and very central! Would definitely stay again and recommend to others!

They didn’t sell coke to drink at that bar and didn’t have a good selection of beer or other soft drinks etc, that was the only let down not having a nice few options for juice or alcoholic drinks.

4.5
Latchkeykid

29 December 2025

Fabulous

Very good hotel. Rooms good value for money.

4.0
Mills

29 December 2025

Very good

Great location for the city centre and the train station

An added £13.90 for a continental breakfast Although, saying that, it was good. But I still don't think it was worth paying extra for

4.5
Brown

29 December 2025

My stay way comfortable and relaxing

The location was perfect due to being right in town centre, the staff were lovely and overall just a lovely hotel

5.0
Anne

28 December 2025

Exceptional

It was beautiful atmosphere, gorgeous interior, super friendly staff. Very relaxing, very clean, felt very comfortable. The room was beautiful amd the view at night! The bed was super comfortable and excellent facilities, super clean!

5.0
Thompson

28 December 2025

Brilliant

Location is ideal for exploring Glasgow.

Nothing

5.0
Murray

28 December 2025

Ideal overnight,

The hotel is lovely, staff are friendly, in a great location to local bars, very cost effective

4.0
Anne

28 December 2025

Very relaxed. Will stay again.

Central location, pleasant decor. Room size adequate.

4.5
Sandra

28 December 2025

Fabulous

Comfy bed. The room was adequate for our one night stay. Very nice style and spacious enough for two people. Great location in the heart of Glasgow right next to Central Station.

Nothing...everything was perfect for our stay.

5.0
Iain

28 December 2025

Perfect pre-Christmas overnight.

Friendly and helpful staff - a characteristic of Motel One wherever I go.

5.0
Arta

27 December 2025

Amazing hotel and staff

Everything was amazing

Way to enter with car, there is bus gate in front and it’s confusing to find the entrance

5.0
Rose

27 December 2025

A phenomenonal stay.

I stayed for Christmas 🌲 and had a great time - the room was comfy, the breakfast excellent, the staff helpful. The location is central and surrounded by restaurants, travel connections and shops and local attractions. The One Lounge is open late and is cosy. Late checkout. Great value for the cost.

Not much .

4.0
Lisa

27 December 2025

Perfect for a night or two while exploring the city.

Staff were great, very clean hotel.

Room was a little small but we didn’t spend much time in the room so it didn’t matter. Hand cream next to the hand wash would be nice.

5.0
Emily

27 December 2025

Excellent stay on Christmas Day. Appreciated staff were there working hard on Christmas Day to ensure we were well looke

Location is perfect

4.5
Mccaffrey

25 December 2025

Fabulous

I am impressed 👍 Perfect location, across from Glasgow central. Very nice budget hotel, comfortable and clean.

One very minor detail, could not use the electric kettle. The plug was a European type that did not fit in the British socket. Plenty of tea and coffee downstairs anyway.

4.0
John

25 December 2025

Saturday nights alright

Pleasant stay, Room comfortable, Bed comfortable and in a good location for city centre

Breakfast not great value for money would be cheaper heading to one of the local cafes in area.

4.5
John

25 December 2025

Fabulous

The bed

No restaurant

5.0
Amit

25 December 2025

Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and the location was excellent

The rooms were tiny and cramped

5.0
Agathe

24 December 2025

Amazing value for money in the center of Glasgow

Everything. The room was spacious and comfortable, amazing view over Central Station and Glasgow from the 12th floor. The staff was very welcoming. Location couldn't be better.

Nothing

5.0
Kirsty

24 December 2025

Exceptional

Smooth check in, location great, clean, modern

Nothing

4.5
Kairen

24 December 2025

A good stay

Breakfast and entrance area / bar area

one lift wasn't working

5.0
Jonathan

24 December 2025

I’ll be making this my first choice when in Glasgow again.

We arrived very early and tired. They let us get into the room as I had my young daughter with me which was very kind. Staff member was brilliant!

5.0
Freel

23 December 2025

Exceptional

Staff were lovely

Nothing was perfect

4.0
David

23 December 2025

Very good

Good location. Room ready on arrival at 12.30. Staff friendly & helpful. Room comfortable with all necessary amenities.

N/a.

5.0
Tao

23 December 2025

Very ideal place as first stays for travelers

I lived here for three days. The location was extremely good, in the downtown areas, very close to the railway station, making it an ideal place to have a short stay between sightseeings. The staff were quite hospitable and polite, providing me with an excellent first impression about the city. Like the martini as well.

Everything is perfect.

4.5
Jennifer

23 December 2025

Fabulous

Location is great, staff were nice and the bar lounge area is lovely.

The rooms were lacking space. We had upgraded to the king size and you barely got space to walk around the bed and lack of surface area to put stuff down.

4.5
Katharine

23 December 2025

Fabulous

Location

5.0
Anne

22 December 2025

Exceptional

This hotel is so nicely kept ,friendly and I always love staying here.

Bar prices dear.

5.0
Sarah

22 December 2025

Exceptional

Accommodated my partners dog, so welcoming

5.0
Ayemere

22 December 2025

Awesome and will definitely come back

I loved everything about the hotel, accessible to everywhere in the city and I loved that

Clean room and accessibility to everywhere and the staff were great

5.0
Grace

22 December 2025

Brillant

Hotel was excellent and staff were so helpful

N/a

5.0
Emma

22 December 2025

Perfect city break

Lovely e xperience and staff !!

Nothing

4.5
Lesleyanne

22 December 2025

Fabulous

Room,Price and Communal Area

Wardrobe space

5.0
Michael

22 December 2025

Excellent

Had no problems with our stay

Nothing I didn’t like except no fright larger available

5.0
Angeleen

22 December 2025

Fantastic hotel

Motel is a fantastic hotel. Very modern with a friendly atmosphere. Room and view was great. Definitely recommend.

Nothing I didn’t like

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Bar
  • - Snack bar
  • - Coffee house on site

Services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Shared lounge/TV area
  • - Daily housekeeping
  • - Pet bowls

General

  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Lift
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Toilet with grab rails
  • - Higher level toilet
  • - Lower bathroom sink
  • - Emergency cord in bathroom
  • - Auditory guidance

Miscellaneous

  • - Key card access
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • - Face masks for guests available

Reception services

  • - Invoice provided
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