Ambassador Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (801 reviews)
7 Kelvin Drive , Glasgow , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from other rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.1
Cleanliness received mixed reviews; some praised the cleanliness while others mentioned issues.
Service
9.1
Multiple reviews highlight the friendly and helpful staff, indicating a positive service experience.
Location
9.1
Many reviews appreciated the central location, making it convenient for guests.
Room Quality
8.1
Room quality was generally good but noted some comfort issues with bedding.
Amenities
8.6
Amenities like free parking were appreciated, but there were mentions of basic facilities.
Value for Money
8.6
Guests felt they received good value, especially considering the location.
Food and Beverage
8.1
Food quality was positively mentioned in several reviews, especially breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall experience varied; while some had exceptional stays, others faced significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 08:26

Property Description

River Views and Free WiFi
Experience the beauty of Glasgow's West End at Ambassador Hotel, with rooms offering stunning views of the River Kelvin. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi access during your stay.

Comfort and Convenience
Relax in rooms featuring cozy seating areas, satellite TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Start your day right with a delicious breakfast served in the breakfast room.

Ideal Location
Conveniently situated less than 2 km from the city centre, explore Glasgow's attractions with ease. With Glasgow's Botanical Gardens just steps away, Ambassador Hotel is the perfect choice for your stay.

Book now to enjoy a riverside retreat at Ambassador Hotel in Glasgow's vibrant West End.

Important information:

The hotel cannot accept check-ins any later than 22:00. Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag parties. Parking is on street and parking vouchers are available from reception. A credit/debit card or cash must be presented at check-in (does not need to be the same card used to make the reservation). Please note we cannot take payment from a card prior to arrival without the card being present. In this event we can send an online invoice with a link to an online payment gateway so the reservation can be paid prior to arrival. Once booked, please contact the hotel for details. Please note groups of over 6 people cannot be accommodated. Our free onsite car park is ample to accommodate most of our guests however we are unable to guarantee a space.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £9 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 801 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.1
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8.1
Overall Experience: 8.5
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John • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Room/apartment was spacious and comfortable
Breakfast was very good
Staff were lovely

Cons:

Coffee and milk in room was packets, didnt taste right.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Cate • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Cate • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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aldo • solo_traveller • it
10
Excellent location, fairly priced
Pros:

Fantastic location, just next to the Botanical Gardens and on the riverbank of the Kelvin river. They allowed me to check in early.

Cons:

The electric heater, it takes a while to warm up the room.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Matt • solo_traveller • au
1
I don't trust the owner/staff to keep their word
Pros:

Nothing really

Cons:

Arranged for a late check-in which was agreed to before payment was made. Then refused to allow for a late check-in

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
8
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Agnes Gail • solo_traveller • gb
8
Ideal for Exploring the city.
Pros:

The property has free parking, in its own car park. This is exceptional in the area. It is in a lovely area, ideal for enjoying the West End.

Cons:

I did not find anything to dislike.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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ARNOLD • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Belay • couple • gb
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Liam • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

How close it was to the subway and museums, and it's so easy to navigate from the hotel.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
10
Comfortable and exactly what we wanted
Pros:

Friendly, spotlessly clean and perfect location!

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Yaqi • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • family_with_children • gb
8
Really lovely staff, very clean comfy room and great location!
Pros:

Really lovely staff, very clean comfy room and great location!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
7
booked because of gig in local venue , it was perfect for that
Pros:

perfect location for gigs at venue across the road

Cons:

all good

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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tracey • couple • gb
10
Lovely apartment end , very clean & spotless, near to West end for restaurants & shops , only disappointment was
Pros:

Central to where I was attending
Lovely & clean!!
Marlene was very helpful & knowledgeable

Cons:

Could have been a bit warmer my granddaughter complaining
It was fine for me

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Perform Engineering Services • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Clean

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Warren • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Clean and comfortable
Friendly staff

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee