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The Kelvin

15 Buckingham Terrace, Glasgow, G12 8ED, United Kingdom
Glasgow, United Kingdom
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8,0
Very good
based on 973 reviews
973 reviews
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Situated close to St George's Cross Subway Station, The Kelvin Hotel West End offers guests an ideal base when visiting Glasgow. It is steps from the Glasgow Botanic Gardens, eateries and nightlife options.

The guest house has 21 rooms and has been recently refurbished. The front desk operates 24/7 and the friendly staff can suggest sights to visit and provide other tourist information. There is a designated smoking area, laundry facilities and luggage storage, and Wi-Fi is available.

Rooms are comfortable and offer all the essentials, including a refrigerator. They are also fitted with a hair dryer and an oven.

Those staying at The Kelvin Hotel West End can enjoy a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, conveniently situated for those who want to stay nearby at mealtime.

The guest house is ideally located for discovering the city, with University of Glasgow within a 10-minute walk. It is also within walking distance of Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St Luke, St Mary's Cathedral and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

Rating
8,0
Very good
Based on 973 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Kelvin

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Amenities at The Kelvin

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hairdryer
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi

Reviews of The Kelvin

8.0
Very good
973 verified ratings
Wonderful
371
Very good
200
Good
196
Okay
94
Fair
69
Mediocre
19
Poor
24
Guests say
Guests have expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness of the hotel, citing dirty rooms and unpleasant odors upon arrival. However, many reviews highlighted the quality of breakfast offered and praised the friendly service from staff. The location of the hotel received positive remarks, being close to shops and landmarks, making it convenient for guests. While some guests found the room sizes to be small and certain amenities lacking, most felt that the value for the price was satisfactory.
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Location8.5 out of 10
Service8 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Value for Price7.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Room Size3 out of 10
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Location

15 Buckingham Terrace, Glasgow, G12 8ED

What's nearby

  • Glasgow Botanic Gardens319 m
  • Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery0.5 km
  • University of Glasgow0.6 km
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum1 km
  • Riverside Museum1.8 km
  • Tall Ship at Glasgow Harbour1.9 km
  • The SSE Hydro1.9 km
  • Glasgow School of Art1.9 km
  • Glasgow Science Centre2.1 km
  • George Square2.9 km
  • Ibrox Stadium3 km
  • St. Enoch Centre3.1 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at The Kelvin

  • Where is The Kelvin located?

    The Kelvin is located at 15 Buckingham Terrace in Hillhead, 2,9 km from the centre of Glasgow. Glasgow Botanic Gardens is the closest landmark to The Kelvin.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Kelvin?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Kelvin.

  • Does The Kelvin offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Kelvin offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Kelvin from the airport?

    The Kelvin is 9 km from Glasgow Intl. The Kelvin is 45,6 km from Glasgow Prestwick.

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Good to know

Value for money

7,1

Distance to city centre

2,9 km

Nearest airport

Glasgow Intl

Distance to airport

9,1 km