Rennie Mackintosh, Art School Hotel
6.2
Good(133 reviews)
218 Renfrew St, Glasgow G3 6TX, United Kingdom
+44 141 333 9992
Hotel Description
Located in a charming Victorian building at 218 Renfrew St, Glasgow G3 6TX, United Kingdom, Rennie Mackintosh, Art School Hotel offers a contemporary, budget-friendly retreat in the heart of the city. The hotel is ideally situated just a 5-minute walk from the Sauchiehall Street pedestrian precinct, the King's Theatre, and Charing Cross Scotrail station, making it an excellent base for visitors exploring Glasgow. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, the hotel exudes a welcoming atmosphere that blends classic charm with modern amenities. Guests will enjoy a relaxed and comfortable environment, with a design that reflects both artistic heritage and modern comfort. Just a short stroll from iconic landmarks such as the Glasgow School of Art and Kelvingrove Park, this hotel offers a unique location surrounded by vibrant attractions, art galleries, museums, and the city's best dining spots. The property boasts well-appointed, modest rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, writing desks, and tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuring a pleasant stay. Every morning, guests are treated to a complimentary Scottish breakfast, including a variety of local delicacies to start the day. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby, and additional services such as laundry and street parking passes (available for a fee) cater to guests' needs. With no pets allowed and a smoke-free policy, the hotel ensures a clean and quiet environment. Families will appreciate the kid-friendly atmosphere, while those seeking convenience will love the nearby public transportation options, including bus and train stations just a short walk away. For guests flying in, Glasgow Airport is just a 23-minute taxi ride away, offering easy access to the city. Guests can also easily explore local attractions such as the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art, all within walking distance or a short taxi ride. For dining, Rennie Mackintosh, Art School Hotel is surrounded by a variety of excellent restaurants, including Royâ, an outstanding Middle Eastern restaurant, and The Butterfly and the Pig, which offers a cozy atmosphere and traditional British fare. Whether you’re exploring the city or just relaxing, the hotel provides a perfect blend of comfort, accessibility, and local charm, making it the ideal choice for anyone visiting Glasgow.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Walking distance to Glasgow School of Art and Kelvingrove Park
2. 6 min walk to nearest train station
3. Complimentary Scottish breakfast included
4. Free Wi-Fi access in the lobby
5. Street parking available with passes for a fee
6. Modest rooms with flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee facilities
7. Kid-friendly environment with smoke-free policy
8. Located near top cultural attractions like Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
9. Proximity to top restaurants such as Royâ and The Butterfly and the Pig
10. Convenient access to Glasgow Airport and public transport options
9.6 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
8 min
Glasgow Cathedral10 min
Riverside Museum7 min
Gallery of Modern Art14 min
Hunterian Art Gallery7 min
Nearest locations
Singl-end Garnethill
2 min
Royâ4 min
The butterfly and the pig4 min
Sannio Italian Restaurant & Bar4 min
Cask and Clyde4 min
Tiki Bar & Kitsch Inn4 min
Ardnamurchan Scottish Restaurant & Bar5 min
Chopstix - Glasgow Sauchiehall Street6 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 13:00 |
| Check-out | 10:30 |
| Location rating | 9.6 |
| Nearest airport | Glasgow Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 23 min |
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Location
218 Renfrew St, Glasgow G3 6TX, United Kingdom
Airports:
Edinburgh Airport
Taxi: 50 min
Transit: 1 hr 12 min
Glasgow Airport
Taxi: 23 min
Transit: 38 min
Transit:
Glasgow Central
Taxi: 8 min
Walking: 17 min
Stow College
Walking: 6 min
Exhibition Centre
Taxi: 8 min
Walking: 22 min
Charing Cross
Walking: 6 min
Cowcaddens
Walking: 8 min
Nearby locations
9.6
Exceptional Location
Set in a Victorian building in the city centre, this modern budget hotel is within a 5-minute walk of the Sauchiehall Street pedestrian precinct, the King's Theatre and Scotrail trains from Charing Cross.
Top Attractions
Top Restaurants
Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Services
Front desk
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Food & drink
Restaurant
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
Air conditioning in some rooms
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
4.2
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Wilma C
3/5
My daughter and I were having a spa day at another hotel and decided to make a weekend of it by staying in Glasgow. This hotel had a good deal on so we booked. …
Florian Arriulou
1/5
DON'T GO THERE!!! BIG TOURIST TRAP!!After we arrived the door close roughly because the window was open and the fire detector fell off.. I fix it and they charge me £30 without my permission!! They keep all your back details to charge you. The breakfast finish at 9h15 a Sunday... lots of spider web and the worst is a fuse box not isolated just on the top of the shower!!!For the price they charge me I could have a luxury room in a good hotel, so don't want your money over there!!
Gary Newell
3/5
The price for this hotel is usually low. The hotel is old so there is no lift. The rooms are generally spacious and the beds comfortable. You need to be fit to stay here because there is a steep hill to get up to the hotel, followed by lots of steps and then a trip up the hotel stairs to your room. The decor is really nice and quaint.
Thomas
3/5
Wasnt a bad hotel at all for the price. Paid £100 and got a spacious room, TV and breakfast. Location is decent also. A 20min walk to the Hydro and 10mins from the shops at the centre of town. The carpet on the stairway and hallways could do with being updated they look old and ratty. And paint definitely needs touched up on the walls and door frames. Breakfast was lovely you get a choice of cereals, toast, eggs bacon etc. Cant fault it at all. However when we came in and sat down we waited 15mins before being seen to by the waitress and 2 tables who had came in after us were served before us aswell. It was quite a wait just for some toast. A few small things like these need to be addressed and this would be a cozy 4 star hotel. Many thanks.
Domonic Oregan
2/5
Recently stayed here. For the price per night £35 its what you pay for.However the lack of keeping the hotel in good condition can be seem by all.Carpet torn.Bed cover holed and beo smelly (even after change 1st night).Bathroom tiled floor cracked and broken.Bathroom to bed room floor silver duct taped down.Shower hose to short for anyone over 5ft 5, as kinks at fitting.Shower shampoo tray broken.Shower floor tray cracked all the way throught the middle. ( how this isnt giving you give water issues down stair i never know)Staff however very helpful, especially the young girl on Monday afternoon.Hotel is quiet from the inside apart from doors that bang from other guests.Would i stay again. Personally No!This is my review as i seen it.
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Wanderlusvon
1/5
This probably the worst place in fifty years of travelling I have ever had the misfortune to stay in , and that includes tents, cars and caves.|My partner and I were given a room on the third floor. No lifts. …
Martin Hardie
3/5
Small but functional hotel. It is in need of some repair with doors that don't lock and broken extractor fans but the place was clean and the staff were helpful enough. The walls are thin though, so expect to hear your neighbour as of they were in the same room. The room was cheap and very close to central Glasgow so that was a huge plus!
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Cheryl L
1/5
Absolute hovel. Booked an hour before arrival on booking.com. Arrived to a junkie sitting on the stairs inside shouting about stuff being stolen from his room. Stood waiting in reception for someone to check us in. …
Aaron Floyd
2/5
Has potential to be a nice place with great access to the city center, but so far we have had 2 very noisy nights here. I think with the proximity to the club's a block away, the other guests here tend to be loud and inebriated when they return each night. Additionally, the doors rattle excessively every time another door is opened. Not only are the other guests noisy, but the shared walls with the building next door presents extra noise that is not within their control.
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Martin H
2/5
Got to hotel to check in, guys a receipt from was nice enough. He asked if I was driving? Yup, he then said £4 for a ticket. No problem can I add to my bill? nope! OK can I pay by card? nope! OK I don't have cash on me, what do I do? …