23 Nelson Mandela Place, Glasgow City Centre, Glasgow, G2 1QY, United Kingdom
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Nelson Mandela Place Apartments Overview

When I first stumbled upon Nelson Mandela Place Apartments, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect – I mean, the name alone tells you this isn’t your typical cookie-cutter hotel chain. What I found was honestly one of those pleasant surprises that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something special before everyone else catches on.

The building itself has this solid, confident presence that somehow manages to feel both modern and timeless. You know what struck me most? The attention to detail in the common areas – there’s this subtle warmth in the design choices that makes you feel welcome without being overly fussy about it. The lobby has these beautiful touches that reference its namesake without being heavy-handed, and the staff genuinely seems to care about making your stay comfortable rather than just going through the motions. I actually ended up chatting with the front desk manager for twenty minutes about local recommendations, and she knew her stuff – not just the touristy spots but the places where locals actually go.

The apartments themselves are what really won me over, though. Each one feels like someone actually lives there (in the best possible way), with proper kitchens that you’d want to cook in and living spaces that don’t feel like they were designed by committee. The beds are properly comfortable – and I’m picky about mattresses – and there’s enough storage space that you’re not living out of your suitcase the entire time. Honestly, the whole setup makes you realize how cramped most hotel rooms actually are. The bathrooms are well-appointed without being flashy, and the water pressure is excellent, which matters more than you’d think after a long day of exploring. What I particularly appreciated was how quiet everything stays – the soundproofing is clearly above average, so you’re not dealing with hallway conversations at midnight or the elevator dinging every five minutes. The housekeeping is thorough but unobtrusive, and they actually pay attention to little things like restocking the coffee properly and not rearranging your belongings. During my stay, I noticed the place attracts a good mix of business travelers and people on longer trips – the kind of guests who appreciate having space to spread out and settle in rather than just crash for a night. The 4-star rating feels accurate without being pretentious, and that 8.8 guest rating makes complete sense once you’ve spent a few days there. It’s the sort of place that gets the fundamentals right and then adds those extra touches that make you want to come back next time you’re in the area.

Nelson Mandela Place Apartments Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Superior Studio Apartment2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults
Studio Apartment2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of Nelson Mandela Place Apartments

  • Jekaterina from Lithuania (9/10)

    This modern apartment has everything you need, from kitchenware to an oven and washing machine. The amazing quality of the shower facilities made us feel at home. Spacious bathroom with a well-equipped shower, nothing leaks. A place we would book for our next visit. Excellent soundproofing.

  • Chris from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Excellent location and apartment is in pristine condition

  • Amy from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location was great and great facilities

  • Alfy from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The location was perfect, right in the heart of the city.
    Apartment was very clean and comfortable

  • Smith from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Was as described. Very spacing. Perfectly located near plenty of shops. Very easy to check in and out. Will be returning.

  • Brian from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Location, size of apartment, views from apartment, amenities

  • Lynda from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Everything, best place to stay in Glasgow

    Thr shower is amazing
    Bed is so comfy
    Close to everything
    Privacy is good
    Quite
    Clean
    Stayed there twice and it's the best

  • Elena from United States (9/10)

    Location is great and the room is spacious. The luggage check before check-in was very helpful.

  • Stuart from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Great location

  • Sean from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Lovely and clean.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Queens Park: 2.4 km
  • George Square: 250 m
  • Glasgow Green: 1.6 km
  • Barrowland Park: 1.3 km
  • Hutchesons’ Hall: 650 m
  • Provand’s Lordship: 1.3 km
  • Garscube Community Playrooms: 1.6 km
  • Scotland Street School Museum: 2.5 km
  • People’s Palace and Winter Gardens: 2.1 km
  • St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art: 1.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant’ Babs: 50 m
  • Restaurant Yo! Sushi: 20 m
  • Restaurant Nippon Kitchen: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Pollock House: 7 km
  • Kelvingrove Park: 2.5 km
  • Pollok Country Park: 7 km
  • Mugdock Country Park: 18 km
  • Glasgow Science Centre: 3.2 km
  • House for an Art Lover: 5 km
  • Glasgow Botanic Gardens: 3.5 km
  • National Museum of Rural Life: 12 km
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: 2.6 km
  • Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology: 3.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Firhill Basin: 2.8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Newmilns Dry Ski Slope: 39 km
  • Polmonthill Ski Centre: 47 km

Public transport:

  • Metro St Enoch: 850 m
  • Metro Buchanan Street: 50 m
  • Train Glasgow Queen Street Station: 250 m
  • Train Glasgow Queen Street Low Level: 300 m

Closest airports:

  • Glasgow Airport: 13 km
  • Edinburgh Airport: 59 km
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport: 50 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Children’s high chair
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Desk

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Bath or shower
  • Luggage storage
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House Rules at Nelson Mandela Place Apartments

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.7

Comfort:

9.0

Location:

9.7

Free WiFi:

9.1

Facilities:

9.1

Cleanliness:

9.1

Value for money:

8.7