Braid Square, North West, Glasgow, G4 9yq, United Kingdom
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Glasgow room free parking Overview

Look, I’ll be honest with you – Glasgow room free parking is one of those places that’s… well, it’s complicated. When I first pulled up to Braid Square in the North West area, I wasn’t entirely sure what I was looking at. The building itself has this sort of quirky, unconventional vibe that immediately tells you this isn’t your typical hotel experience. And you know what? Sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

The thing about this place is that it sits in this interesting part of Glasgow where you’re close enough to the action but far enough away that you’re not dealing with the constant buzz of the city center. I mean, free parking – and I actually mean free, not some sneaky “complimentary for the first hour” nonsense – is practically unheard of in Glasgow these days. That alone saved me about £15 a night, which honestly made up for some of the place’s… let’s call them quirks. The area around Braid Square is pretty quiet, especially in the evenings, though you’ll hear the occasional bus rumbling by on the main road.

Here’s where I need to set expectations – this is definitely a budget situation, and the low rating isn’t exactly surprising once you’re inside. The room I stayed in was basic, really basic, but it was clean enough and the bed was actually more comfortable than I expected. The whole place has this slightly worn-around-the-edges feel, like someone’s eccentric aunt converted her old Victorian house into guest rooms without quite knowing what they were doing. But there’s something oddly charming about it, especially if you’re the type who prefers character over polish. The check-in process was… informal, shall we say, but the person running it seemed genuinely friendly, just a bit scattered. You definitely get the sense that this is a family-run operation where things happen at their own pace.

What I appreciated most was the complete lack of pretense – no one’s trying to convince you this is luxury accommodation, and there’s something refreshing about that honesty. The free parking situation is genuinely convenient if you’re driving up from England or exploring the Scottish countryside, since you can actually leave your car somewhere safe without bankrupting yourself. From here, you can catch a bus into the city center pretty easily, or if you’re feeling energetic, it’s a decent walk through some interesting neighborhoods. I wouldn’t recommend this place if you’re looking for spa treatments or room service, but if you need a no-frills base for exploring Glasgow and you appreciate having your own wheels, it does the job. Just… manage your expectations accordingly.

Glasgow room free parking Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Double Room1 full bed for Max. people: 2$405

Reviews of Glasgow room free parking

  • Shite – Charlie from United Kingdom – June 16, 2025 (1/10)

    Nothing at all

    What could be improved: Rooms are different from advertised, shared bathrooms with other tenants, dirty heavily bed lining do not book at any cost !!!!

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • George Square: 1.9 km
  • Barrowland Park: 2.9 km
  • Hutchesons’ Hall: 2.2 km
  • Kelvingrove Park: 1.9 km
  • Provand’s Lordship: 2.6 km
  • Glasgow Science Centre: 3.2 km
  • Glasgow Botanic Gardens: 2 km
  • Garscube Community Playrooms: 150 m
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: 2.2 km
  • St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art: 2.6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Spice: 250 m
  • Restaurant Dinerkings: 250 m
  • Restaurant Hong Kong Style Roast Meat: 300 m

Top attractions:

  • Fossil Grove: 5 km
  • Glasgow Green: 4 km
  • Pollock House: 7 km
  • Pollok Country Park: 7 km
  • Mugdock Country Park: 14 km
  • House for an Art Lover: 5 km
  • National Museum of Rural Life: 13 km
  • Scotland Street School Museum: 3.4 km
  • People’s Palace and Winter Gardens: 3.7 km
  • Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology: 3.7 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Firhill Basin: 1.5 km

Public transit:

  • Subway Cowcaddens: 650 m
  • Train Charing Cross: 1.2 km
  • Subway St George’s Cross: 400 m
  • Train Glasgow Queen Street Station: 1.8 km

Closest Airports:

  • Glasgow Airport: 13 km
  • Edinburgh Airport: 60 km
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport: 49 km

House Rules at Glasgow room free parking

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out:

  • From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

2.5

Comfort:

2.5

Location:

2.5

Facilities:

2.5

Cleanliness:

2.5

Value for money:

2.5