15 Candleriggs, Glasgow City Centre, Glasgow, G1 1TQ, United Kingdom
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The Social Hub Glasgow Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about The Social Hub Glasgow, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The name sounds pretty trendy, maybe even a bit too cool for its own good, you know? But walking into this place actually surprised me in the best way. It’s got this energy that feels genuinely social without being forced or gimmicky. The lobby buzzes with a mix of travelers, students, and locals who seem to genuinely hang out here rather than just passing through. There’s this communal workspace area where people are actually working (not just pretending to), and the whole vibe feels more like a modern community center than your typical hotel.

What really won me over, though, was how they’ve nailed the balance between social spaces and private comfort. The rooms are smart – not huge, but cleverly designed so everything has its place. I mean, you’re not going to sprawl out like it’s a luxury suite, but honestly, you’ll probably spend more time in the common areas anyway. The bed was properly comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), and the shower had decent pressure, which… well, anyone who’s stayed in converted buildings around Glasgow will appreciate that detail. The soundproofing is pretty good too – I could hear some activity in the corridors during busy times, but nothing that kept me awake.

Here’s what I really appreciated: they’ve thought about the little things that matter when you’re actually living somewhere for a few days. The kitchen areas are well-equipped and clean, the WiFi works everywhere (even in the stairwells), and there are enough power outlets that you’re not playing musical chairs with your devices. The location puts you within walking distance of the city center, but it’s on a quieter street so you’re not dealing with weekend noise from the main drag. I found myself grabbing coffee from their café most mornings instead of venturing out, which says something since Glasgow has no shortage of excellent coffee spots. The staff genuinely seem to know what’s happening around the city – not just the obvious tourist stuff, but things like which pubs have good live music on Tuesday nights or where to find the best late-night food. That 9-star rating makes sense when you experience how smoothly everything runs. It’s not trying to be fancy or impress you with marble lobbies, but it absolutely delivers on being a place where you’d want to spend time and meet people if that’s your thing.

Glasgow hotels provide guests with comfortable accommodations in this UNESCO City of Music, known for its vibrant nightlife, industrial heritage, and world-class music venues.

The Social Hub Glasgow Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Deluxe Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
Single Room1 single bed for 1 adult
Deluxe Double Room – Disability Access1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Studio1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
Standard Queen Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Standard King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Double Studio1 large double bed for 2 adults
Queen Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of The Social Hub Glasgow

  • Vivian from United Kingdom (9/10)

    well situated – so clean (rooms were as if you were the 1st person to sleep in it)

  • Agnese from Italy (8/10)

    The location is perfect to explore the city. The bed and shower are excellent. The soaps and moisturizer offered complimentary are good. Functionally speaking, it's all right.

  • Stephen from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Quirky but in such a refreshing and attractive way. Staff were extraordinarily helpful, the rooms were intelligently and interestingly furnished and comfortable. A really well thought out novel package for a hotel.

  • K from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The social hub was a really cool space in a fantastic location. The staff were great and super helpful going above and beyond to make our stay really enjoyable and easy.

    I arrived on a really early flight and emailed ahead to see if it would be possible for me to check in early to get a quick nap in before my friend arrived, I was so chuffed when I had a reply to say that if the room was ready then that would be no problem at all. I got there any checked in right away! I’m pretty sure I’ve never experienced that! As if this wasn’t great enough I asked if there was a possibility of a late check out as our flight home was 7.30 at night. It wasn’t a problem at all, we were offered a 1 o’clock check out! It just made our stay so fantastic. Thanks so much. If I ever come back to Glasgow I will definitely be staying here.

    And don’t get me started on the pillows! Soooo comfortable ♥️

  • Nicki from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Loved how Clean, modern and central it was!

  • Steve from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location, clean, good facilities

  • Marina from Brazil (8/10)

    – Excellent location, near the main train station, right at the shopping district.
    – Modern building, cool decoration.
    – Easy (self)check-in and check-out.
    – Nice amenities.
    – Friendly, attentive staff.

  • Zane from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location and facilities were great

  • Ronnie from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Ideal location, everything you would want in a hotel, extremely friendly and attentive staff. First class.

  • Fiona from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Honestly exceeded our expectation. Room was very spacious with a private bathroom. The staff were all great and they even let us check out an hour later no charge. The facilities were really good. We played some ping pong and pool during our stay in the communal bit. Also got some quick breakfast snack before our run (which we booked there for), nice warm croissant and pan au chocolat fresh in the morning. The place had all the perks of a hostel without having to share your sleep space or shower facilities.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Queens Park: 2.1 km
  • George Square: 650 m
  • Glasgow Green: 650 m
  • Barrowland Park: 350 m
  • Hutchesons’ Hall: 300 m
  • Provand’s Lordship: 900 m
  • Garscube Community Playrooms: 2.5 km
  • Scotland Street School Museum: 2.7 km
  • People’s Palace and Winter Gardens: 1 km
  • St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art: 900 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Nonna Said: 0 m
  • Restaurant The Dhabba: 20 m
  • Restaurant Khublai Khan’s: 0 m

Top attractions:

  • Pollock House: 6 km
  • Kelvingrove Park: 3.3 km
  • Pollok Country Park: 6 km
  • Mugdock Country Park: 19 km
  • Glasgow Science Centre: 3.6 km
  • House for an Art Lover: 5 km
  • Glasgow Botanic Gardens: 4.5 km
  • National Museum of Rural Life: 11 km
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: 3.3 km
  • Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology: 4.4 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Firhill Basin: 3.7 km

Ski lifts:

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

Public transport:

  • Metro St Enoch: 950 m
  • Train High Street: 550 m
  • Train Argyle Street: 400 m
  • Metro Buchanan Street: 950 m

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Minimarket on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Wellness:

  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre

Activities:

  • Bicycle rental
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Games room

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • Mandarin
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Cantonese

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
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House Rules at The Social Hub Glasgow

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.5

Comfort:

9.4

Location:

9.5

Free WiFi:

9.0

Facilities:

9.4

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

9.0