109 Bell Street 2/5, Glasgow City Centre, Glasgow, G4 0TQ, United Kingdom
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Stylish Merchant City Flat Overview

Honestly, when I first walked into the Stylish Merchant City Flat, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect – you know how apartment rentals can be hit or miss. But this place actually surprised me in the best way possible. The space has this really polished, contemporary feel without being sterile, which is harder to pull off than you’d think. The furnishings are genuinely stylish (not just claiming to be), with these clean lines and a color palette that somehow feels both sophisticated and cozy at the same time.

What I really appreciate about staying here is how it sits right in the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City – and I mean properly in the thick of things. You’re literally steps away from some of the city’s best galleries and those little independent shops that locals actually frequent, not just tourist traps. The area has this great energy, especially in the evenings when people are heading to dinner or catching shows at the nearby venues. I mean, you can walk to the Gallery of Modern Art in about three minutes, and there’s this fantastic little coffee spot around the corner that does proper flat whites (trust me on this one). The neighborhood does get a bit lively on weekend nights – nothing unbearable, but worth mentioning if you’re a super light sleeper.

The flat itself is really well thought out, actually. The kitchen has everything you’d actually need if you want to grab some groceries from the nearby markets and cook something decent. The bathroom feels almost spa-like with good water pressure (which matters more than people admit), and the bed is legitimately comfortable – not one of those rock-hard hotel mattresses that leave you aching. There’s proper blackout curtains too, which is clutch when you’re trying to sleep off jet lag or just want a proper lie-in. The Wi-Fi is solid, the heating works well (important in Scotland, let’s be real), and there’s enough space to actually unpack and settle in for a few days. It’s the kind of place where you can picture yourself living temporarily, not just surviving a brief stay. The 7.6 rating feels about right – it’s genuinely good without being perfect, and honestly, that authenticity is part of what makes it appealing.

Stylish Merchant City Flat Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of Stylish Merchant City Flat

  • Jackie from Australia (9/10)

    Good amount of space with bedroom, living, kitchen, dining and bathroom. Good shower with good hot water and pressure. Kitchen a good size to cook in and has some basic foodstuffs provided which is helpful (including fresh fruit and bottled water). Washing machine and laundry detergent provided which was fabulous. Love the wide window ledges for sitting and watching the world go by.

  • Hsini from Taiwan (7/10)

    The location is good,near the Queen Street Station.

  • Jane from Australia (8/10)

    Good location for exploring Glasgow on foot. Spacious apartment. Just unfortunate that the lift was not working, but good exercise going up x2 flights of stairs.

  • Jean from France (7/10)

    Location of the flat
    Equipment and cleaning
    Size of the flat
    Ideal Bathroom
    Big TV
    Good WiFi
    Dishwasher is very useful
    Parking facilities

  • Keren from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Everything is within driving/walking distance of the apartment, loads of options for food including delivery around. Everything was clean and tidy, good facilities in the room. Couldn’t ask for more from the apartment. Contacted the host at the beginning, who replied and helped instantly. Keysafe is in a good location, everything was accessible.

  • Gillian from Australia (9/10)

    Property was an easy walking distance to many Glasgow attractions. Buses and trains also within a short walk. The fruit, shortbread biscuits and bottle of milk was particularly appreciated. Very clean and comfortable.

  • Fiona from United Kingdom (9/10)

    clean, good location, good information provided. owner had very thoughtfully left water, milk and fruit which was much appreciated

  • Dianne from Australia (8/10)

    Very thoughtful providing fruit and milk. much appreciated.

  • Usman from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Excellent accommodation in the heart of merchant city. Great restaurants and cafes within walking distance. Very well maintained flat. Owner, Hassan, was very cooperative and provided very smooth check-in and check out experience. Secured off-street parking. Welcome basket with fruit, biscuits and milk.

  • Michelle from United States (9/10)

    Big apartment with good facilities in a okay part of town. If you're a light sleeper it will be a bit noisy (it is right in the downtown so kinda expected it) but earplugs worked. Wifi was decent, bed was comfortable. Our first experience with the fridge being on a switch and we didn't know it was turned off until the next day so that caused some problems but we got it figured out eventually.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Queens Park: 2.2 km
  • Glasgow Green: 600 m
  • Barrowland Park: 150 m
  • Hutchesons’ Hall: 450 m
  • Kelvingrove Park: 3.6 km
  • Garscube Community Playrooms: 2.7 km
  • National Museum of Rural Life: 11 km
  • Scotland Street School Museum: 2.7 km
  • People’s Palace and Winter Gardens: 850 m
  • St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art: 700 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar McChuills: 10 m
  • Restaurant Chilli Thrill: 50 m
  • Restaurant Chicken Cottage: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • George Square: 850 m
  • Pollock House: 6 km
  • Provand’s Lordship: 700 m
  • Pollok Country Park: 6 km
  • Mugdock Country Park: 18 km
  • Glasgow Science Centre: 3.8 km
  • House for an Art Lover: 5 km
  • Glasgow Botanic Gardens: 4.7 km
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: 3.6 km
  • Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology: 4.6 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Firhill Basin: 3.9 km

Ski lifts:

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

Public transport:

  • Metro St Enoch: 1.1 km
  • Train High Street: 350 m
  • Train Argyle Street: 600 m
  • Metro Buchanan Street: 1.1 km

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Washing machine
  • Shower
  • Private parking
  • Lift

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Stylish Merchant City Flat

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

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:

8.3

Comfort:

7.9

Location:

8.7

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

7.9

Cleanliness:

8.0

Value for money:

7.6