Babbity Bowster

Hotels
9 (1293 reviews)
16-18 Blackfriars Street , Glasgow , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Clean rooms
Convenient location
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds reported by some
Small room sizes
Stairs could be an issue for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
Multiple reviews highlight the cleanliness of the rooms and facilities.
Service
9.36
Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.4
Many reviews praised the great location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms received mixed reviews regarding comfort and size.
Amenities
8.88
While some amenities were satisfactory, others like parking were mentioned positively.
Value for Money
8.34
Some complaints about the price relative to room size and quality.
Food and Beverage
9.39
The breakfast was consistently praised across multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall sentiment expressed in reviews pointed to a positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 13:13

Property Description

Central Location:
Located in the heart of Glasgow, Babbity Bowsters offers easy access to popular attractions such as Glasgow Cathedral, George Square, and Buchanan Galleries, making it the perfect choice for travelers wanting to explore the city.

Entertainment and Activities:
With a terrace, restaurant, bar, karaoke, ski school, and even mini-golf on-site, guests at Babbity Bowsters can enjoy a variety of entertainment options without leaving the hotel. Hiking and skiing enthusiasts will also appreciate the proximity to outdoor activities.

Comfortable Accommodation:
The hotel provides well-equipped rooms featuring amenities like a flat-screen TV, desk, bed linen, and towels, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. The 24-hour front desk adds convenience for travelers needing assistance during their visit.

Ready to experience the best of Glasgow? Book your stay at Babbity Bowsters now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free public 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1293 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Sharon • couple • gb
9
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Debby • couple • gb
9
Great place to stay with good staff and lovely food
Pros:

Staff were great
Food was good
Room was clean and modern and comfortable

Cons:

39 stairs upto our room

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
8
Great hotel
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay, great location for central Glasgow on a nice quiet street. Our room was clean & comfortable. We had a lovely continental breakfast. Had a drink in the pub, which had a good atmosphere. The staff were very friendly.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Ana • solo_traveller • es
10
Ambientazo y autenticidad
Pros:

Es una pasada tener un pub que sirva buena cerveza y comida en el mismo hotel. Y con chimenea! Había muchísimo ambiente por la noche y el personal muy amable. La habitación también muy bien, aunque un poco pequeña, como el baño. Pero todo limpio y nuevo. Tele grande. Desayuno muy rico!

Cons:

El acceso a las habitaciones por la escalera semi-exterior un poco frío. Se usa código para entrar por dos puertas en vez de llave, y se me olvidaba todo el rato así que tenía que volver a bajar a pedirlo.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Helgi • solo_traveller • is
8
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Deb • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

The staff go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable.

Cons:

In the single room the bed is along the bathroom wall and there is a loud hum all night.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Quirky friendly hotel
Pros:

Quirkyness

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Carol Ann • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very enjoyable and would recommend!
Pros:

Friendly and welcoming in very good location ( central but quiet ) Breakfast. Room was clean and cozy.

Cons:

The stairs up to the rooms were a bit of a climb, but I am an older gent.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Deb • couple • au
8
Convenient, lovely atmosphere and very helpful staff.
Pros:

The staff are very friendly and helpful creating alovely atmosphere in this old pub.

Cons:

No lift for 2nd floor roomsbut staff are more than willing to carry your bags up for you

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Derek • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent service.Great location.Good continental breakfast.

Cons:

Need some whisky in the whisky sauce.Only taste I got was the mustard.
Bed a bit hard.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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katie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • gb
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

Location suited our needs, all staff we encountered were the friendliest and most welcoming we've had anywhere we've stayed. Comfortable bed, quiet location, lovely breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing negative to say. Wasn't an issue for us but the rooms are on the second floor and there is no lift, but staff did offer to carry luggage.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
10
Just amazing
Pros:

Amazing location, stay, staff, Harry was great, parking, Just amazing, highly recommend, nice bar and food too.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
10
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Julian • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great Boutique Pub Restaurant in really handy location
Pros:

Babbity is located about 8 minutes walk from Barrowland Ballroom so it's great as a base for going to a gig there. It's also right on the east edge of Glasgow town centre, so a great location for an easy walk into town. The road in front is pedestrianised, so it's nice & quiet at night too. Staff were great, food was really good. Beer was well kept & well pulled. All good, very happy with my stay

Cons:

Didn't have anything to not like

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • solo_traveller • gb
9
Excellent would book there again
Pros:

Breakfast was good.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Terence • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location, comfort, staff,food quality, general service 👌,

Cons:

The stairs are quite a climb, product of an old building,

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee