

Moxy Glasgow SEC Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first walked into Moxy Glasgow SEC, I wasn’t sure what to expect from this whole “fun hotel” concept, but it actually works really well here. The lobby hits you with this energetic vibe that feels more like a trendy bar than a traditional hotel check-in area, which makes sense since they’ve basically combined the two. You know what I mean? There’s this buzz of people working on laptops, grabbing drinks, and just hanging out that feels genuinely social rather than forced.
The location is pretty smart if you’re coming to Glasgow for events – you’re literally next to the SEC complex, so if you’ve got a concert or conference, you can practically roll out of bed and be there in minutes. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize: even though you’re right by this massive venue, the hotel itself doesn’t feel like you’re stuck in some soulless convention center area. The rooms are compact but thoughtfully designed – I mean, they’ve managed to fit everything you need without making it feel cramped. The bed is surprisingly comfortable (I was skeptical about the platform setup), and honestly, the shower pressure is better than hotels twice the price. What I really appreciated was how they handled storage; there are these clever built-in solutions that actually make the small space work.
The staff here really gets the brand – they’re genuinely friendly without that over-rehearsed hospitality script you get at chain hotels. During my stay, the bartender in the lobby knew half the guests by name within a day, and the front desk team was quick to sort out the minor WiFi hiccup I had. Speaking of practical stuff, the location means you’ve got easy access to the city center, but you’re also right on the Clyde, so if you want to take a morning walk along the river, it’s actually quite nice – especially when the weather cooperates, which, let’s be real, isn’t every day in Scotland. Parking can be a bit of a puzzle if you’re driving, but there are options nearby, and honestly, you probably don’t need a car for most Glasgow adventures anyway. The whole SEC area has really developed over the past few years, so you’ve got decent food options within walking distance, though I’d still recommend venturing into the city proper for dinner – it’s not far, and Glasgow’s restaurant scene is worth exploring.
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Moxy Glasgow SEC Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Standard Queen Room | 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Standard Twin Room | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
Family Queen Room with Sofa Bed | 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children |


Reviews of Moxy Glasgow SEC
Shirley from New Zealand (9/10)
The manager was extremely helpful
Liz from United Kingdom (8/10)
Room was perfect for a 1 night stay after a concert
Breakfast was included in the price and it was great the plates were hot to put your food on which is always a plus point and there was a good choice alsoGavin from United Kingdom (9/10)
Good location, great value when no concerts on
Claire from United Kingdom (8/10)
Breakfast was great, lots of options – self service so able to go back for more. Cooked options as well as continental choices.
Jackie from United Kingdom (8/10)
Modern, comfortable bed, clean
Watt from United Kingdom (8/10)
Staff are excellent and are a credit to the company
Mairi from United Kingdom (8/10)
Modern
Location
CleanLeon from United Kingdom (9/10)
Staff and cleanliness very good
Faye from United Kingdom (9/10)
12oclock check out.
Location
Friendly staff
Room was perfect.
Very good breakfastMartin from United Kingdom (8/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Juice Plus: 2 km
- George Square: 2.5 km
- Hutchesons’ Hall: 2.6 km
- Kelvingrove Park: 1.5 km
- Glasgow Science Centre: 1.1 km
- Garscube Community Playrooms: 2.7 km
- Scotland Street School Museum: 1.9 km
- West of Scotland Cricket Club: 2.6 km
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: 1.6 km
- Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology: 1.9 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant India Quay: 250 m
- Restaurant La Rotunda: 250 m
- Restaurant Cranside Kitchen: 250 m
Top attractions:
- Glasgow Green: 2.9 km
- Pollock House: 5 km
- Provand’s Lordship: 3.5 km
- Pollok Country Park: 5 km
- Mugdock Country Park: 14 km
- House for an Art Lover: 3.3 km
- Glasgow Botanic Gardens: 3.1 km
- National Museum of Rural Life: 13 km
- People’s Palace and Winter Gardens: 3.3 km
- St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art: 3.6 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Firhill Basin: 3.7 km
Ski lift:
- Newmilns Dry Ski Slope: 39 km
Public transport:
- Train Anderston: 950 m
- Metro Kinning Park: 1.3 km
- Metro Shields Road: 1.8 km
- Train Exhibition Centre: 600 m
Closest airports:
- Glasgow Airport: 13 km
- Edinburgh Airport: 62 km
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport: 49 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Parking:
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
Transport:
- Public transport tickets
Activities:
- Billiards
- Games room
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagne
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Radio
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Entertainment and family services:
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles


House Rules at Moxy Glasgow SEC
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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