Swallow Hotel Glasgow, Glasgow

517 Paisley Road West, Ibrox, Glasgow, G51 1RW 3

This relaxing hotel offers an ideal base to enjoy the thriving and cultural city of Glasgow, eight minutes drive away. Glasgow is a great destination ... more

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  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  August 4, 2008

    Close to Ibrox (Rangers FC)and their corporate entertainment took prortiy over residents. Resturant was not availbale before and after the game.

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  July 26, 2008

    "Enjoyable." (108091468)

    Staff were friendly and we enjoyed our stay.

    We did not have any hot water for our entire stay.

  • 6/10 Elizabeth ( Group of adult friends) 

    from Belfast , GB  on  July 18, 2008

    "staff seem to have changed and hotel seems to have gone down a bit and coming from Northern Ireland we like our potato bread and this we was no longer on the breakfast menu Very Disapointed" (99383031)

    ideal location

    NO HOT WATER IN BATHROOM which was reported and nothing done about it

  • 9/10 Susanne ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Lydney, glos , GB  on  July 3, 2008

    Good location, excellent check in took no time at all.

    Curtains weren't big enough for windows so light came in really early. TV channel broken and no one was fixing it.

  • 9/10 David ( Young couple) 

    from Lisburn , GB  on  July 1, 2008

    fantastic staff and breakfast, very friendly

    rooms a tiny bit dated

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  June 25, 2008

    "Pleasant and comfortable" (97821620)

    Fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable staff,

    television did not work and had no remote control

  • 10/10 William ( Young couple) 

    from Glenrothes , GB  on  June 24, 2008

    "Had a great time" (97962069)

    THe hotel was lovely and clean and the food was great

  • 10/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  June 24, 2008

    Receptionists very helpful and curteous

  • 6/10 Stephen ( Mature couple) 

    from Fochabers , GB  on  June 21, 2008

    "Fairly acceptable but not any where as good as previous visits to groups hotels." (108026234)

    Booking on line, changing room type on line reception on arrival

    Remote control for TV inoperative, Breakfast Tea served on arrival at table cold cold before breakfast selected. Scrambled eggs lying to long in pot, bacon required further cooking. Printer inoperative on Booking out no receipt (being posted)

  • 6/10 Nick ( Group of adult friends) 

    from Alnwick , GB  on  June 17, 2008

    "Staff were great, beds were uncomfortable." (99310074)

    Staff were excellent and very accommodating in allowing us to stay in the hotel passed the check out time as we need to return to take a quick shower following a local race (Mens Health for Scotland 10 Kms).

    The mattresses were lumpy and the pillows hard. Allowing residents to smoke outside by the main entrance with literally hundreds of dog ends lying about was not good.

  • 6/10 Brian ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Derby , GB  on  June 16, 2008

    "Poor. If offered a room in leisure facilities block i would refuse and if necessary seek another hotel for that night." (99473691)

    reception staff not booked me in an had to find internet confirmation.Room noisey from generator or similar from Leisure facilities, Shower next to useless in roon 251.

  • 8/10 Philip ( Mature couple) 

    from Lincoln , GB  on  June 13, 2008

    "We dont usually risk 3* hotels, but this one was ok." (99634260)

    The Restaurant was a pleasant suprise

  • 2/10 Anne ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    from Dingwall , GB  on  June 9, 2008

    "Grotty. Though bed was comfortable" (97019190)

    Location

    Cleanliness/decor of room needs improvement. Bathroom radiator had old urine splashes on it. Sink lacked plug and drain cover. Mould on grout and sealant. Not very a very inviting place to wash.

  • 4/10 Claudia ( Young couple) 

    from Coventry , GB  on  May 23, 2008

    Free parking available. Friendly staff. 10 min walking distance to subway.

    Breakfast only from 7.30 to 9.00 which is very early when you are on holidays and want to sleep a little longer. Rooms noisy and with furniture looking old, rattly and shabby. Bath was not cleaned well, as I found used soap with hairs on it in our shower, which is an absolute no go.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Family with older children) 

    on  May 22, 2008

    "I dont have any complaints i came to glasgow for the football wih my son paul and we had a great time, I myself does not keep good health, but we enjoyed the time we had there. thank you." (97558582)

    It was near to the football ground as i cant walk very far.

    I have no complaints it was very good.

  • 8/10 Robert ( Mature couple) 

    from Sanquhar , GB  on  May 18, 2008

    "Very pleased with hotel and ease of booking process." (97759339)

    Clean quiet, efficiently run hotel in easy reach of a major sports venue. Breakfast was excellent. Good value for money

  • 8/10 Peter ( Young couple) 

    from Inverness , GB  on  May 11, 2008

    "No complaints, paid £45 for a nice clean room with full breakfast for 2" (97301991)

    Excellent value for money, had a good night out in Glasgow with just a short bus ride to and from the hotel.

    Not many channels on the TV

  • 10/10 Diane ( Group of adult friends) 

    from Huntly , GB  on  April 30, 2008

    "we found this hotel to be very clean and welcoming, the room was spotless and bedlinen and towels were fresh and good quality the facilities included a swimming pool which was again spotless and was available for good long periods of time which was great as we arrived late evening the restaurant was also very good ,both food and service we would definately stay there again" (97230767)

    very clean and welcoming, bedlinen and towels were fresh swimming pool

    there was some noise outside the window all night due to window overlooking street outside and large swimming pool fans just across roof from window

  • 7/10 Alex ( Family with older children) 

    from Stranraer , GB  on  April 10, 2008

    "Generally we had an enjoyable stay but were disappointed by room standard and this would probably stop us using this hotel again." (97744383)

    Buffet breakfast presented well with plentiful choice for all tastes, Leisure facilities good. Bar area relaxed & comfortable. Location good.

    Disappointed by room standard (Room 247), Decor very worn/scruffy, Radiator literally hanging off wall with very untidy temporary type repair done.Generally looked like room hadn't been decorated or modernised since about 1970 !! Room rate was competitive in price but we have stayed in other similarly-priced rooms in similar standard of hotel & enjoyed much fresher & more comfortable accomodation.

  • 6/10 Alan ( Other) 

    from Cramlington , GB  on  April 2, 2008

    "THIS WAS OUR TENTH VISIT AND THE FIRST DISAPPOINTING ONE. AS ALWAYS, THE ROOM WAS FINE AND THE HOTEL A PLEASANT AND RELAXING PLACE TO STAY. HOWEVER, THE GUINNESS WAS OFF IN THE BAR WITH A POOR SELECTION OF ALTERNATIVES AND WE GOT AN INDIFFERENT SERVICE AT BREAKFAST. YET AGAIN, THERE WAS A PROBLEM IN THE POOL - THE HOT TUB THIS TIME. AT £65 INSTEAD OF THE £55 WE USED TO PAY LAST SEASON IT IS NOT GOOD VALUE FOR MONEY. WE WILL BE BACK, BUT LESS OFTEN AND WITH LOWER EXPECTATIONS." (97181132)

    FRIENDLY + COMFORTABLE + THE CLOSEST HOTEL TO IBROX

    BAR + BREAKFAST (BELOW)

  • 6/10 Roger ( Mature couple) 

    from Middlesbrough , GB  on  March 29, 2008

    "We unfortunately had a room next to the noisiest lift in Christendom, which was obviously in operation throughout the night. It was also regrettable that the food was so unpalatable and the service so casual, as we would have probably had the evening meal each night." (97681962)

    Fitness area, swimming pool and jacuzzi, which was a pleasant addition; however the jacuzzi was broken two of the days! Helpful receptionists and very courteous and friendly too.

    Very poor food for dinner; charged for extra portion for which we did not ask and had to wait 10 minutes for glass of wine and then ask twice. Poor service at breakfast: had to ask for toast twice and get our own tea on one of the mornings.

  • 9/10 Ruth ( Group of adult friends) 

    from Arundel , GB  on  December 12, 2007

    it was clean tidy service was good all your needed

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  • 4/10 Graham ( Young couple) 

    from Jedburgh , GB  on  March 20, 2008

    5 minutes from ibrox

    room was very poor

  • 8/10 Wendy ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Stourbridge , GB  on  March 12, 2008

    "Very nice hotel, a little dated. I hadn't realised it was so close to the football ground which may ave put me off had this been clearer. Would have prefered to have been closer to the centre of the city" (97806775)

    Friendly efficient staff

    A little run down, in need of some decorating

  • 6/10 Jon ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    from Warrington , GB  on  December 5, 2007

    Close to Football ground

    Cleaners very nosy in the morning (06:30) when checkout is after 10.

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  • 8/10 Nicola ( Family with young children) 

    from Lossiemouth , GB  on  March 5, 2008

    "We enjoyed our stay very much and already planning a return visit for later on in the year. Staff were friendly and very helpful, food was excellent and fantastic atmosphere in the hotel." (97028907)

    Staff was very friendly was excellent having a swimming pool on site especially as travelling with a child.

    Room was in need of decorating, and updating.

  • 9/10 Alexander j. ( Mature couple) 

    from Troon , GB  on  March 4, 2008

    "I would stay in this hotel again. The room was spacious and contained everything we needed for an overnight stay." (97882385)

    It was clean and the price very reasonable. Breakfast was very good.

    Nothing

  • 5/10 Kirsty ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Peterlee , GB  on  February 29, 2008

    Room and bathroon size

    Staff hospitality, poor service, poor facilities not working.

  • 6/10 Anonymous ( Other) 

    on  February 19, 2008

    "Breakfast was disappointing as cooked food overdone and delays in getting offered tea and toast meant that food was cold or eaten before it arrived. It would be better if one person looked after certain tables to ensure prompt service. Cooking the breakfast fresh for each table of guests may not be possible, but food should be fresh and frequently topped up. Good access to M8 and M77" (97093704)

    Pool was good

    Family room too small for double and single beds

  • 10/10 Andrew ( Mature couple) 

    from Gloucestershire , GB  on  February 9, 2008

    "Would have no hesitatation staying at this hotel again" (97890149)

    Friendly staff, real value for money

    Lift noise was quite noticable in room

  • 5/10 Lorna i ( Young couple) 

    from Oban , GB  on  January 30, 2008

    "The hotel itself was nice and the upgrade room we got made our stay over the weekend but we found that the staff at reception wasnt helpful atall, there answer to everything was we will call you back but we waited hours till we had to phone back to get a respons. The bar staff were entertaining and most of all helpful throughout the weekend. I would recommend this hotel but also tell them about the faults." (97905817)

    It was confortable and realy cossy, well thats after we had to chamge from the one before!

    The first room the window would'nt close, it took 2hours till somebody came to seen to us! due to the receptionist!!

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  January 29, 2008

    "Never used sports facilities" (97698728)

    Clean, up to date decor

    Cost of drinks at bar high and no quality bitters...

  • 5/10 Mairi ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Isle of lewis , GB  on  January 16, 2008

    "I booked because of the location. Cheap hotel ~ you get what you pay for." (97137113)

    Staff were very nice. Room was warm.

    Wallpaper peeling off the walls, Curtains not hanging properly, TV not working (bad weather the day before I arrived blames), requested newspaper ~ no newspaper delivered, towels smelt funny chemically!!

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  January 10, 2008

    "very good very clean" (97333647)

    the heated swimming pool

    there was no signal for the internet

  • 9/10 D ( Young couple) 

    from Nottingham , GB  on  January 9, 2008

    "did not have any expectation of the hotel before hand but more than happy with the hotel for what we want it for and would certainly go back again" (97678182)

    we liked the reception very clean and tidy, staff on the ball and very polite and on entering the room was impressed by the cleanliness, we also had room service and food was excellent

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  • 5/10 John ( Group of work colleagues) 

    from Swindon , GB  on  December 11, 2007

    "We tried 3 different rooms - all had a heavy cigarette odour - yuk - it clung to your clthes and hair and skin. The bathroom was far too small - my knees were touching the bathroom door. There was a water leak running from one of the taps onto the floor and the carpet in the room - only found this out in the middle of the night. The radiator was very noisy - woke us up." (97733125)

    It was claen and tidy

    The room smelled of cigartette smoke. There was a water leak in the bathroom - which flowed into the carpet area in the room. The radiator made a loud racket in the middle of the night - this was only remidied by allowing the radiator to be hot - this made the room too hot to sleep in - and when the window was opened the traffic was too loud.

  • 9/10 Jim ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Rochdale , GB  on  November 17, 2007

    "The hotel is ideally situated for me to get to meetings and is handilly placed for motorway access. There is ample car parking which you dont get in city centre hotels. Whenever I am in Glasgow on business I stay at this hotel." (97284295)

    The room and bathroom facilities are excellent, food was reasonable and not too expensive.

    nothing

  • 4/10 Mark ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Winsford , GB  on  November 10, 2007

    "I would not stay at the Swallow Hotel again." (97402920)

    Room was cold, room directions were not easily understood, no reall pattern-took some wandering before seeing a sign for the relevant room numbers

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  November 10, 2007

    location and fairly secure parking

    enjoyed stay but service and organisation of staff during breakfast dissapointing

  • 4/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  October 27, 2007

    "I would like to have known that the room had wallpaper hanging off the wall, the shower was not working properly, the toilet sink was blocked and overflowed and that the whole place was in need of major refurbishment.If Ihad known all this Iwould have booked another hotel." (97284090)

    The main reception and dining area were fine

    The bedroom was badly in need of redecoration and refurbishment.

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Family with young children) 

    on  October 26, 2007

    "Breakfast staff could have been a bit more on the ball, we had to go up to them and ask for tea, coffee and toast as did everyone else that came in for breakfast after us. It seemed like all the guests were running after the waiters asking for tea and coffee! On the whole it was an enjoyable stay." (97317974)

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  October 16, 2007

    "We would recommend this hotel to others. It met our needs for an overnight stop. Good clean room. Good facilities. Good breakfast.We would stay there again." (97124929)

    Good size room. Clean bathroom. Good shower. Tea/coffee faclility in room. Good breakfast.

    The televisionfacility was terrible. None of the channels were as per the TV guide. We couuldn't find the station we required.

  • 9/10 Valerie ( Mature couple) 

    from Newcastle upon tyne , GB  on  October 15, 2007

    "Easy to find by car with large car park. Comfortable clean warm room, with large separate wardrobe and chest of drawers instead of mass produced open hanging space etc. Very comfortable bed. Staff friendly and helpful. Very good buffet breakfast [even for vegetarian] with very large choice of foods. Excellent free fitness/leisure suite. Location ideal for getting around within Glasgow and the nearby countryside. Underground nearby and bus stops outside. Despite being near motorway I was surprised that the hum of traffic didn't bother us, even with a window open." (97891986)

    Comfortable room, friendly staff. Easy to find by car with plenty of parking spaces

    I couldn't stay in summer as there was no air conditioning and the windows had restricted opening for safety.

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  October 7, 2007

    "This is a hotel which we have used in the past and, will use again in future. The hotel is close enough to the city center and all amenities without the problems of city center traffic. It is also easily accessible from the motorway. The hotel staff are pleasant,friendly,and helpful.An ideal hotel for short stays in the Glasgow area." (97737911)

    The hotel was close to the amenities/area we were visiting and the rate was very reasonable. There is a good choice of food for breakfast.

    The bathroom was in need of some maintenance (broken tiles around mirror with a hole in the wall)and the room was in need of a fresh coat of paint.

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  October 3, 2007

    Friendly staff, good service and very helpful

  • 9/10 Graham ( Mature couple) 

    from Adderbuury , GB  on  July 30, 2007

    "Would definately stay again" (97091762)

    The bed was very comfortable

    Nothing

  • 7/10 James ( Mature couple) 

    from St lawrence , GB  on  July 20, 2007

    "Booking etc fantastic. Accommodation we had was far too hot. The room did smell as there was damp in the bathroom from the ceiling, we were advised this was going to be painted!! Myself and husband will be visiting again as our daughter lives around the corner and the Hotel is very convenient. Working in a travel agent I have viewed alot of Hotels." (97346077)

    Very comfortable

    The room (NO 155) was far too hot, I did ask for a fan but none available, the room was above the heated swimming pool

  • 4/10 Ann ( Group of adult friends) 

    from Inverness , GB  on  July 6, 2007

    "Should have asked about double/triple glazing as noise was terrible during night,I should also have asked how old hotel was and when or if it had been renovated.Food was also of very disappointing standard." (97209807)

    Liked the central location of hotel

    Disliked noise coming from outside hotel,furniture in room was very shabby,food-at dinner and breakfast,was very poor

  • 5/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  June 27, 2007

    "In business we travel a lot and stay in all grades of accommodation. The Swallow was reasonably comfortable for an overnight stay, food and service in restaurant was reasonable, lounge was very comfortable with a nice bar, parking adequate. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was weathered, probably needs redecorating and shower upgraded." (99748651)

    Staff were friendly and helpful even though they were short-staffed on the night.

    Shower amounted to a trickle. Bed creaked badly. TV reception not great. Window with broken latch could not be opened. Room decor poor as wallpaper torn in several places. Restaurant Menu had not been proof read, many typo-errors were displayed ie tick cut chips and sever instead of server to mention but a few. Also colour design on menu obscured parts of text and made it difficult to read, even the waitress had problems reading it!

  • 8/10 Ronnie ( Mature couple) 

    from Ballymoney , United Kingdom;GB  on  June 25, 2007

    "Hotel had all our needs covered. Arived early and were able to park car free and go into city centre by underground. Apart from the room needing re-decorating, it was clean and very comfortable. Staff were very pleasant and helpful." (99748364)

    Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent location - free car park were able to leave car and took underground into city centre.

    Decor quite dated - although room very clean.

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