54 Union Street, Central Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 3QX, United Kingdom
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Smart Central Station 1 Bed Apartment B11 Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first booked Smart Central Station 1 Bed Apartment B11, I was a bit skeptical about the name. It sounds like something a computer would generate, right? But actually stepping into this place on Union Street completely changed my perspective. The apartment sits right in the heart of Central Glasgow, and I mean literally – you’re about a two-minute walk from Central Station, which is ridiculously handy if you’re arriving by train or need to hop around Scotland during your stay.

What really struck me about this place was how they’ve managed to create a proper home feeling in what’s essentially a compact city apartment. The one-bedroom setup is smartly designed (okay, maybe the name makes sense now), and honestly, you’ve got everything you need without feeling cramped. The kitchen area actually has decent counter space – something I’ve learned not to take for granted in Glasgow city center apartments – and the bed is genuinely comfortable, not just “hotel comfortable” if you know what I mean. The whole place feels clean and modern without being sterile, which can be a tough balance to strike.

Here’s the thing about the location that the address doesn’t quite capture – you’re positioned perfectly between Glasgow’s business district and the more vibrant merchant city area. I found myself wandering down to the Merchant City for dinner most nights because honestly, the restaurant scene there is fantastic, but then I could easily walk back without dealing with taxis or late-night transport hassles. The street itself can get a bit busy during rush hour (it’s Union Street after all), but the apartment’s windows do a decent job keeping the noise down. One small thing – the building entrance is pretty understated, so don’t expect anything fancy, but that actually works in its favor because it feels more like staying in a local’s place rather than an obvious tourist spot. With that 8.8 rating, you’re looking at a solid choice that won’t break the bank but still gives you that independence you want when exploring the city. Plus, and this might sound silly, but there’s something satisfying about having your own space to decompress after walking around Glasgow all day – the city’s got this energy that can be a bit overwhelming in the best possible way.

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Smart Central Station 1 Bed Apartment B11 Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Apartment1 full bed for Max. people: 2$194
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Reviews of Smart Central Station 1 Bed Apartment B11

  • Very Good – Fredrik from Sweden – August 14, 2025 (8/10)

    What could be improved: Disturbing seagulls

  • Lovely place to have holidays in Glasgow – Lopez from United Kingdom – July 11, 2025 (10/10)

    The bed was wonderful

    What could be improved: No enough ventilation on the bathroom

  • Good relaxing stay – Alicia from United States – July 3, 2025 (9/10)

    A wonderful apartment to rest for a few days. I had a little trouble getting in but got immediate help. It is up several flights of stairs , and having a bike was a bit tough but I would come back. The area is central, a bit dodge but not a big deal. It is after all the center of town, nothing unlike all big cities. I felt safe at all times

  • Exceptional – Elaine from United Kingdom – June 6, 2025 (10/10)

    Close to everything.
    Glasgow central train station across the road..buses outside the gates..
    There are plenty of clothes shops,food stores and not to forget pubs!

  • Excellent and comfortable – Patrick from United Kingdom – May 23, 2025 (9/10)

    V central and handy to work. V comfortable clean and modern and the owner was kind enough to provide a fan and a power extension lead as the bedroom laptop desk is nowhere near a power socket.

    What could be improved: Nothing.

  • Apartment very well located in the heart of beautiful Glasgow! – Paulo from Portugal – March 4, 2025 (10/10)

    Apartment very well located in the heart of beautiful Glasgow. Spacious, comfortable, quiet apartment with all the necessary items for an independent stay. Excellent toilet with high pressure, hot water and well decorated. New apartment with quality and new items too. For us, a dishwasher and cleaning were essential. We chose and carefully evaluated the place where we would stay on Booking.com and other platforms and we were not disappointed, quite the opposite. There were small problems, but they were quickly resolved by an extremely dedicated and professional team. Thank you and congratulations especially to Thiago and Viktor, we wish you continued success! Finally, thank you very much Scotland, Glasgow, you are always incredible and different. We love your country, fantastic places with wonderful people. When we leave Scotland we are always sad and with a huge desire to return soon. Thank you wonderful Scots and all the inhabitants of Scotland who make this country Great!

  • Beautiful secure apartment. – Magdalena from United Kingdom – January 19, 2025 (10/10)

    Beautiful apartment. Great location, very clean and modern. Great communication with the host. Tiago, meet me at the property and show me around what was really nice . The apartment is very secure and safe . Tiago was always helpful. I left the card inside the flat, and he responded at night very quickly. Thank you for that .I will definitely be back. I have an amazing stay .

    What could be improved: I loved everything.

  • Convenient location in Central Glasgow – Lindley from United Kingdom – July 29, 2025 (7/10)

    What could be improved: 74 steps from ground floor to the third floor

  • Good – P from United Kingdom – April 21, 2025 (7/10)

    Prompt replies and follow-up from host.

    What could be improved: There was a foul smell in the roomand we were issued room all the way upstairs with luggage. There are no lifts at the property. The area outside the hotel is quite "rough"..wasn't quite safe as addicts and junkies around area. There is no room service or contact for towels, shower essentials etc.

  • Good – Gordon from Canada – March 26, 2025 (7/10)

    What could be improved: The location is great(across from central station)but at night it can be a wee bit sketchy as some of the undesirables of the city felt the need to hang out at the bus stop right across from the accommodation, might be an issue for some tourists but i am from Eastkilbride and know this area, once you walk north or south 100m it is good.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Queens Park: 1.9 km
  • George Square: 700 m
  • Glasgow Green: 2.1 km
  • Barrowland Park: 1 km
  • Hutchesons’ Hall: 750 m
  • Provand’s Lordship: 1.7 km
  • Garscube Community Playrooms: 1.8 km
  • Scotland Street School Museum: 2.1 km
  • People’s Palace and Winter Gardens: 1.8 km
  • St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art: 1.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Pho Viet: 20 m
  • Restaurant Xiangbala Hotpot: 10 m
  • Restaurant Experience Africa: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Pollock House: 6 km
  • Kelvingrove Park: 2.5 km
  • Pollok Country Park: 6 km
  • Mugdock Country Park: 17 km
  • Glasgow Science Centre: 2.9 km
  • House for an Art Lover: 4.5 km
  • Glasgow Botanic Gardens: 3.5 km
  • National Museum of Rural Life: 11 km
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: 2.8 km
  • Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology: 3.7 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Firhill Basin: 3 km

Public transit:

  • Subway St Enoch: 250 m
  • Subway Buchanan Street: 550 m
  • Train Glasgow Central Low Level: 250 m
  • Train Glasgow Central Train Station: 250 m

Closest Airports:

  • Glasgow Airport: 13 km
  • Edinburgh Airport: 60 km
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport: 50 km
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House Rules at Smart Central Station 1 Bed Apartment B11

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • Until 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:

9.1

Comfort:

9.3

Location:

9.3

Facilities:

8.8

Cleanliness:

9.0

Value for money:

9.1