Name: The Merchant City Inn
Address: 52 Virginia Street, Central Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 1TY, United Kingdom, 52 Virginia Street, G1 1TY, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $43 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.4

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Hotel The Merchant City Inn

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in clothes shopping, shopping and nightlife – Check location 52 Virginia Street, Central Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 1TY, United Kingdom – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in clothes shopping, shopping and nightlife – Check location

*8.8* Princes Square: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)

*8.4* Gallery of Modern Art: only 3 minutes away! (700 feet by foot)

*8.8* George Square: only 4 minutes away! (900 feet by foot)

*8.8* Merchant City: only 5 minutes away! (1,350 feet by foot)

Glasgow Queen Street Station: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)

*8.5* Glasgow City Chambers: only 4 minutes away! (850 feet by foot)

Very close to the area we wanted to visit. The staff were very nice and the property was very clean.

Kim, United States of America

Included Continental Breakfast was basic but solid (coffee,tea, juic, pastries, toast, deli meats/cheese, yogurt, cereal. Rooms are small but they are fairly clean. Hallways smelled like someone was smoking. Hotel is in a really good location, made it a better value.

Amanda, United States of America

Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast included, good Continental breakfast with yogurt,etc. Room clean and comfortable, WiFi, heating & plumbing all worked well. About a 10 minute walk from train station. Good restaurants nearby. Good value for money.

Lextraveler, United States of America

Staff were very friendly and position of hotel was very convenient

Janet, United Kingdom

Staff is amazing. Such lovely people who treat you like family. Will recommend this place & look forward to staying here again!

Robin, United States of America

The hotel had everything I needed in an amazing location. The price was right in the city center with free continental breakfast and a full Scottish for 3 pounds. The food was delicious and the staff was very friendly.

Elliott, United States of America

The location and the price of The Merchant City Inn are what makes this place so appealing. It is one block from Argyle Steet and all of the retail shops, restaurants, and pubs. The price is considerably less than in other places nearby.

Tim, United States of America

Very clean and tidied room. Simply but high quality. Reception open 24 hours too!

Jacob, United Kingdom

The room was simple and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Samantha, United Kingdom

Over all the hotel is very central and met with all my expectations the breakfast is just what you need to set you up for the day

Jean, United Kingdom

8.6

Great location!

What guests loved the most:
“Very close to the area we wanted to visit. The staff were very nice and the property was very clean.”

Kim United States of America
“Included Continental Breakfast was basic but solid (coffee,tea, juic, pastries, toast, deli meats/cheese, yogurt, cereal. Rooms are small but they are fairly clean. ”

Amanda United States of America
“Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast included, good Continental breakfast with yogurt,etc. Room clean and comfortable, WiFi, heating & plumbing all worked well. ”

Lextraveler United States of America
“Staff were very friendly and position of hotel was very convenient”

Janet United Kingdom
“Staff is amazing. Such lovely people who treat you like family. Will recommend this place & look forward to staying here again!”

Robin United States of America
“The hotel had everything I needed in an amazing location. The price was right in the city center with free continental breakfast and a full Scottish for 3 pounds. ”

Elliott United States of America
“The location and the price of The Merchant City Inn are what makes this place so appealing. It is one block from Argyle Steet and all of the retail shops, restaurants, and pubs. ”

Tim United States of America
“Very clean and tidied room. Simply but high quality. Reception open 24 hours too!”

Jacob United Kingdom
“The room was simple and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful.”

Samantha United Kingdom
“Over all the hotel is very central and met with all my expectations the breakfast is just what you need to set you up for the day”

Jean United Kingdom

Stay in the Heart of Glasgow –

The privately owned 3-star Merchant City Inn is set in the center of Glasgow, in a secluded street adjacent to renowned Argyle Street and 2 minutes' walk from George Square.

It is in the heart of Glasgow’s famous Merchant City district, with magnificent shopping streets, and offering countless restaurants, bars, designer boutiques and theaters.

A continental breakfast is available every morning.

The 40 bedrooms are all fully furnished with stylish but modern amenities. The hotel also has easy access to nearby tourist cities, being easily accessible to city center train and bus stations.

Central Glasgow is a great choice for travelers interested in clothes shopping, shopping and nightlife.

This is our guests' favorite part of Glasgow, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Originally built as a residence for Glasgow’s Tobacco Merchants in the 18th Century, The Merchant City Inn is a privately owned hotel in the commercial heart of Glasgow. Situated in a secluded street close to Argyle Street.

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in clothes shopping, shopping and nightlife – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Hutchesons' Hall
0.1 miles
Gallery of Modern Art
0.1 miles
Glasgow City Chambers
0.2 miles
George Square
0.2 miles
The Arches
0.2 miles
Argyll Arcade
0.2 miles
Princes Square
0.2 miles
Buchanan Street
0.2 miles
St. Enoch Center
0.2 miles
Merchant City
0.3 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Tesco Express Supermarket
0.1 miles
Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie Restaurant
0.2 miles
Costa Coffee Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Starbucks Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Domino's Pizza Glasgow Restaurant
0.3 miles
Koolba Indian Restaurant Restaurant
2 miles

Closest Airports

Glasgow Airport
7.1 miles
Glasgow Prestwick Airport
27.6 miles
Edinburgh Airport
34.9 miles

Shopping Nearby – All Within 500 Yards!

Ingram Street Shopping Street
Popular brands like: Ralph Lauren
Argyll Arcade Shopping Street
Popular brands like: Zara, Nike
Princes Square Luxury
St Enoch Centre Shopping Street
Popular brands like: H&M
Buchanan Street Shopping Street
Argyle Street Shopping Street
Popular brands like: H&M

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Located on a quiet road at the back of Marks and Spencer. The location was fantastic for the central shopping area and Argyle Street station.”

Peter

United Kingdom

8.7

“Fantastic location, staff were so friendly. And excellent value for money.”

Lynn

United Kingdom

“Clean tidy friendly staff, central location, and very competitive price.”

Michael

Cyprus

9.5

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From 1:30 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

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Until 10:30 AM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

0 - 1 year

Can use a crib or an existing bed

FREE

The maximum number of cribs and children allowed in existing beds depends on the room you pick. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

No extra beds are available

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

The Merchant City Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Breakfast is served from 07:00 - 08:45 Monday to Friday and 08:00 - 09:30 on Saturday and Sunday. Continental breakfast only.

The card used for nonrefundable bookings must be present for check in. Failure to provide the card may incur additional charges.

There is a paid car park behind the hotel. Please go to reception after parking for a discount card.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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Reviewed: April 24, 2019

Ahmed
United Arab Emirates

2 helpful votes
7.1

Good
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No elevator, hard to get luggage up the helical stairs
Clean and good location

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Otavio
United Kingdom
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room feels dirty, lots of spyder nets and black dust (over the bathroom door) Dirty accumulated on window frames and carpet floor not tidy.
Location Room Decoration Hotel style Cosy feeling

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Stephen
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
continental breakfast was good and for a small fee you could get a full breakfast, pleasant and helpful staff, and central which was handy

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Luca
Italy
9.2

“Great value for money.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Great location, in the heart of Glasgow a few minutes walks from the main attractions and the public transport connections (Queen Street and Buchanan stations) yet in a quiet street. Excellent level of cleanliness of the room and spacious bedroom overall.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 22, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
7.9

“One night stay ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not suitable for the unfit unless you get a ground floor room ! Stunning turret staircase but not ideal when room is at the top and there is no lift. Beautiful floorboards but were extremely slippery. Shower room door needs some WD40 on the hinges ! Additional charge for cooked breakfast was questionable, having paid £200 for a quadruple room already, an additional £12 seemed a bit unnecessary in our opinion and should be included in the overall room charge.
Central position. Continental breakfast included with a good choice of items and great coffee. Comfortable beds and a descent shower.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 21, 2019

William
United Kingdom
7.5

“Al good”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
All good
Location

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 19, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The shower temperature was inconsistent
Very friendly staff

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 19, 2019

Brian
United Kingdom
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Pillows were a bit hard
The architecture of the building was stunning and loved the door to nowhere. Staff were great

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 18, 2019

Xinyi
United Kingdom
9.6

“Easy to walking to any space”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (3 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
Excellent
Good location

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 16, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No phone service, no elevator. Bedroom floor, wooden, was very slippery.
Great location, within walking distance of stations and shopping

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Sarah
Spain
7.1

“Excellent location , but no frills, only suitable for a short stay”
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Shower door doesn't fully open, leaving very little space to get in and out. Shower cubicle very small. Both Pillows flat and very hard. No extra blanket or pillow. Ground floor room has window but with locked, external door so no natural light and minimum ventilation. (Definately Not recommended for hot weather!) Tv is on wall at side of bed making watching it very uncomfortable.
Water pressure and temperature of water very good. Heated towel rail . Excellent , central location for shopping, transport.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Carl
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Peter
United Kingdom
8.8

“Budget hotel with a great location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The room was a bit too warm and the bed a little soft for our preferences, but no complaints for the price.
Located on a quiet road at the back of Marks and Spencer. The location was fantastic for the central shopping area and Argyle Street station.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Allison
United Kingdom
5.4

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wrong room booked.
Location

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Gaye
Australia
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (3 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The newly polished floors were so slippery, while in shoes, socks or bare feet. Dangerous! Bathroom window had no blind, fully lit up from outside all night. Stairs with very stiff fire doors.
Good sized room, plenty of power and charge points. The discounted fee for parking. The pricing. The location was fabulous, right in the heart of Glasgow.

Stayed in April 2019

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Stay in the Heart of Glasgow –

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in clothes shopping, shopping and nightlife – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Facilities of The Merchant City Inn

House Rules The Merchant City Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!