Where to stay in Glasgow Special accommodation rates 2013
Welcome Glasgow, one of Europe s most vibrant, dynamic and stylish cities, has been named the number one UK destination on the rise by the world s largest travel site, TripAdvisor Glasgow has a fantastic range of hotels, to suit any budgehott, is served by three international airports and is ideally located for exploring Scotland. Need a hotel room in Glasgow? Glasgow Caledonian University has partnered with a variety of hotels in the local area to provide you as a member of staff, a guest of the university, a student or an event organiser booking with the university with reduced rates for accommodation in the city. The rates are also open to friends and relatives. This brochure describes the hotels and their rates to help you make the best choice for you and your guests. To Book There is no need to book through a central team at the university; you can book your hotel room direct with the hotel as follows: Choose your ideal hotel from this brochure. Contact your chosen hotel and check availability. All of the hotels have a phone number but a limited number also accept online bookings. Quote the booking reference code to receive the special Glasgow Caledonian University rate. Confirm your booking details and enjoy your stay. Paying for your booking: Please note for internal bookers who require the university to pay for accommodation via an invoice, a purchase order number must be raised via the University s PECOS system. This number must be quoted to the hotel and included on the invoice to the University. All PECOS ORDERS MUST BE RECEIPTED following the stay or payment by the University cannot be made. Please also note that if additions have been made to the original booking e.g. extra night s stay or evening meal, an additional purchase order number must be raised and quoted on the same invoice. All other bookings must provide the hotel with a credit card to guarantee and payment made accordingly. 01
Contents Special Hotel Rates 2013 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Holiday Inn Glasgow Theatreland Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Theatreland Carlton George Hotel Thistle Glasgow Park Inn by Radisson Blythswood Square Malmaison Grand Central Raddisson Blu Hilton Jury s Inn Caledonian Court Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort Cameron House 02
Getting around Glasgow A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Glasgow Caledonian University Central Station Queen Street Station Buchanan Bus Station Holiday Inn Glasgow Theatreland Holiday Inn Express Theatreland Carlton George Hotel Thistle Glasgow Park Inn by Radisson Blythswood Square Malmaison Grand Central Raddisson Blu Hilton Hotel Jurys Inn Caledonian Court M8 J18 M8 J17 K J H Cameron House From Glasgow take the M8 north. Leave at junction 30 for the Erskine Toll Bridge and follow the A82 for about 14 miles. Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort From the M74, take the M73, following signs for Stirling. Join the M80 following signs to Stirling. Take junction 6 signposted for Cumbernauld and Castlecary. M8 J19 N 03
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Holiday Inn Glasgow Theatreland 161 West Nile Street. Glasgow. G1 2RL One of Glasgow s most popular hotels, the Holiday Inn Theatreland is perfectly positioned opposite Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, adjacent to Buchanan Street bus station and only a three minute walk from Glasgow Caledonian University. All the bedrooms have individually controlled heating as well as air conditioning, complimentary wireless internet, sky sports in all rooms and the award winning La Bonne Auberge Brasserie and bar which has been fully refurbished making it one of the most popular meeting and dining places in Glasgow. Hotel rate 89 B&B per night Phone 0141 352 8305 Quote code/ reference GCU 0.24 Opposite the hotel, Concert Square car park is available to residents at a reduced rate or Queen Street station is merely a 5 minute walk. Free WIFI for GCU guests www.higlasgow.com 05
Special Hotel Rates 2013 Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Theatreland 165 West Nile Street. Glasgow. G1 2RL The Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Theatreland offers the highest standard of comfort within the local area. There are a selection of twin bedded rooms, double rooms and family rooms available. The reception and lobby area has undergone a full refurbishment making it very modern and chic. Why not join us in our Great Room, refurbished in January 2013, which offers a free express start breakfast with hot items daily. The Holiday Inn Express is located close to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, adjacent to the Buchanan Street bus station and only a three minute walk from Glasgow Caledonian University. Free WIFI for GCU guests Sky Sports in all rooms www.hiexpressglasgow.co.uk Hotel rate 73 B&B per night Phone 0141 331 6800 Quote code/ reference GCU 0.24 06
Carlton George 44 West George Street, Glasgow, G2 1DH Call Marc Sellyn (Reservations Manager) or email reservations@george.carltonhotels co.uk. Located in the heart of Glasgow we re the perfect city centre base. At our boutique hotel you ll find contemporary yet cosy rooms with complimentary drinks, free WiFi, free local calls as well as a unique rooftop restaurant and Executive Lounge. Business and leisure travellers alike will enjoy the service and hospitality we provide at our four star property, which includes a complimentary Minibar and decanted spirits in your room and a full Scottish breakfast served in Windows, Glasgow s only. www.carlton.nl/george Hotel rate 79 B&B per night 89 double/twin Phone 0141 354 5085 Quote code/ reference GCU 0.37 07
Special Hotel Rates 2013 Thistle Glasgow Cambridge Street, Glasgow, G2 3HN Thistle Glasgow is located in the heart of the city close to the main road and rail links and a short walk from GCU. The hotel boasts 300 bedrooms, Annlann restaurant and bar plus an Otium Leisure Club complete with swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi. There is also an underground car park with 230 spaces (charges apply). www.thistle.com/glasgow Hotel rate 70 B&B per night 80 double/ twin Phone 0871 376 9043 Quote code/ reference 345635 0.46 08
Park Inn by Radisson 139-141 West George Street, Glasgow, G2 2JJ Please contact the hotel by phone or email reservations glasgow@rezidorinn.com. 85 Bed and Breakfast for double room based on sole occupancy. Park Inn by Radisson Glasgow which opened in 2013 is located in a prime city centre location, a short walk from Glasgow s two main train stations and a 10 minute stroll to the University Campus. This boutique style hotel offers guests a stylish retreat with thoughtful amenities such as free wireless internet access throughout the hotel, individual climate control, flat screen TVs, laptop safes, iron and ironing board, tea and coffee provisions and complimentary access to the hotels gym. Relax in the hotel s restaurant and bar area where you can enjoy both international and local dishes. Discounted car parking available. Hotel is located very close to shops, bars and restaurants. Hotel rate 85 B&B per night Phone 0141 221 1211 Quote code/ reference Glasgow Caledonian University 0.4 www.parkinn.co.uk/hotel-glasgow 09
Special Hotel Rates 2013 Blythswood Square 11 Blythswood Square, Glasgow, G2 4AD Blythswood Square in Glasgow city centre is the newest, most magnificent addition to The Town House Collection. We are incredibly proud to have restored this splendid, landmark property, which commands one side of Blythswood Square, a lovely, green space in the centre of the city of Glasgow. Blythswood Square, a 5 star spa hotel in Glasgow, houses 100 guest rooms. There is also Glasgow s first luxury spa, a calming and understated space with wellness as the key focus, a restaurant with a fun and relaxed atmosphere, the perfect place to enjoy delicious seasonal food and inventive cocktails. Email: reserve@blythswoodsquare.com www.blythswoodsquare.com Hotel rate 120 B&B per night 140 double occupancy Phone 0141 248 8888 Quote code/ reference Glasgow Caledonian University rate 0.67 10
Malmaison 278 West George St, Glasgow, G2 4LL Boutique hotel in Glasgow city centre. A former Episcopal Church, Glasgow Mal is now one of the most stylish Glasgow hotels, dedicated to a life of pure hedonism where people in the know come to worship at the altar of fine wines, spectacular food and super slinky rooms. Outside, you ve got one of the world s most exciting cities, with top quality shopping, incredible art galleries and great theatres. Meanwhile, back at the Malmaison Glasgow, dinner with a subtly Scottish twist awaits you at the Mal Brasserie down in the crypt, while MALBAR has everything from mojitos to single malts; and all the while your funky room or rock n roll suite is waiting for your return. Email: reservations.glasgow@malmaison.com www.malmaison.com/glasgow Hotel rate 95 B&B per night 105 double/twin Phone 0844 693 0653 Quote code/ reference Glasgow Caledonian University 0.87 11
Special Hotel Rates 2013 Grand Central Hotel 99 Gordon St, Glasgow, G1 3SF To book, call reservations or email grandcentral. reservations@principal-hayley.com and quote the promotional code, or book online entering the code in the promotional code box. In the heart of Glasgow stands the historic Grand Central Hotel. A much-loved icon in the city, the hotel has undergone a 20 million refurbishment transforming it into one of Glasgow s most superior, conference, banqueting and short break destinations which once again takes its place as Glasgow s leading four-star hotel. Hotel rate 88 B&B per night 98 double/twin Phone 0141 240 3731/3733 Quote code/ reference LC88-0B 0.8 Whether you re looking for an inspirational conference, meeting or training venue, a spectacular banqueting suite for your next event, planning a fabulous wedding, looking to indulge in a glass of bubbles in Champagne Central, or simply enjoy a relaxing break, The Grand Central Hotel is the leading business venue and first choice luxury hotel in Glasgow. www.thegrandcentralhotel.co.uk 12
Radisson BLU 161 West Nile Street. Glasgow. G1 2RL Reservations can be made direct with the hotel by phone or e-mail reservations.glasgow@radisson.com. Special rate is subject to availability. Affordable luxury in the heart of the city. The Radisson BLU Hotel has 250 stylish rooms, a dedicated meetings floor with 17 rooms accommodating up to 800 delegates, Collage Restaurant, 2 bars and LA Fitness. Enjoy FREE 100 Mbps broadband throughout the Hotel and first class service. A branded hotel with personality and style. www.radissonblu.co.uk/glasgow Hotel rate 99 B&B per night Phone 0141 204 3333 Quote code/ reference GCU 0.83 13
Special Hotel Rates 2013 Hilton 1 William Street, Glasgow, G3 8HT Telephone and quote the unique code, or enter in the Corporate Account section when booking online. The Hilton Glasgow is only minutes away from Glasgow s shopping district and 8 miles from Glasgow Airport. Situated just off the M8 motorway, Hilton Glasgow is within easy reach of popular Glasgow attractions such as Glasgow Science Centre and Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre. Hilton Glasgow offers 319 contemporary bedrooms providing every comfort, designed to make your stay as relaxed as possible. Each room boasts an LCD television with on-demand movies, high speed internet access and complimentary Peter Thomas Roth toiletries. Hilton Glasgow boasts 3 fabulous food and beverage outlets; Connich Bar; Morblas Seafood and Grill and Ti Tea Lounge. Hotel rate 75 B&B per night 85 double occupancy Phone 0141 204 5555 Quote code/ reference 229015425 1.2 www.hiltonglasgow.co.uk 14
Jurys Inn 80 Jamaica Street, Glasgow, G1 4QG Newly refurbished Jurys Inn Glasgow offers 321 stylish air-conditioned bedrooms with large comfortable beds, generous workspace, WI-FI, tea/coffee making facilities and flat screen TV s. Our restaurant offers guests varied and contemporary options all at Jurys great value prices. Our Newly refurbished Grill Bar caters for all tastes; choose from a selection of light bites, grazing platters to share, or a fresh-from-the-grill- main. Jurys meetings is shorthand for excellence and reliability. Jurys Inn Glasgow has 10 dedicated meeting rooms, all with natural daylight, air conditioning, fixed LCD projectors and screens. 12 point Service Promise. Aim accredited meeting venue. Email: Jurysinnglasgow@jurysinns.com www.glasgowhotels.jurysinns.com Hotel rate 65 B&B per night Phone 0870 4100 800 Quote code/ reference GCU 1.28 15
Special Hotel Rates 2013 Caledonian Court (Halls of Residence) Dobbies Loan, Cowcaddens, Glasgow, G4 0JF Please contact the Accommodation Office to book. Caledonian Court is situated just across the road from our campus; it offers 660 bed spaces within 100 modern, self-catering flats. Hotel rate 46 per night Phone 0141 331 3980 Quote code/ reference GCU Facilities include: Fully-equipped kitchens Private en-suite facilities in 340 rooms Coin-operated laundrette on site Gold Green Tourism award Email: accommodation@gcu.ac.uk www.gcu.ac.uk/accommodation 16
The Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort St Andrews Drive, Cumbernauld, Nr Glasgow, G68 0EW Please phone the hotel to book and quote the promotional code. Special rate is subject to availability. Hotel rate 85 B&B per night Phone 0845 034 5777 Quote code/ reference GCU13 The Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort is located in prime territory. With the recent opening of the M80 motorway, allowing extremely easy access to the hotel, The Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort is now only fifteen minutes from both Glasgow city centre and Stirling giving you a world of options that other hotels in Glasgow could only dream of. Set on 400 acres the hotel boasts an 18-hole championship golf course, a lavish spa and leisure club, and 148 luxurious bedrooms. The hotel also offers free internet and complimentary parking. 14.5 www.qhotels.co.uk 17
Special Hotel Rates 2013 Cameron House on Loch Lomond Loch Lomond, Dunbartonshire, G83 8QZ Please contact Gayle Cooper on 01389 755 565 or email gayle.cooper@cameronhouse.co.uk A magnificent baronial mansion surrounded by 100 acres of woodland, Cameron House on Loch Lomond, blends traditional Scottish influences with sumptuous contemporary in the finest surroundings. This is your loch side Baronial mansion with 132 bedrooms, 4 restaurants, a private marina, 18-hole championship golf course and luxury spa with a rooftop infinity pool. At Cameron House we take a different view on events with a choice of 7 meeting rooms all with their own style, ambience and natural daylight for any dinner, meeting or event you ll have the perfect space to suit the occasion. www.devere-hotels.co.uk/cameron-house Hotel rate 185 B&B per night Phone 01389 755 565 Quote code/ reference GCU 26.6 18
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