The Z Hotel Glasgow

53 photos

Reserve on our site

—up to 10% less

than on Booking.com

Key details

About the Castle Hotel

36 North Frederick Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G1 2BS

Close to the city center

Great

8.3

/10

4.3

4.4

Loved by The Z Hotel Glasgow guests

Helpful staff
Great location
Comfortable bed
Cute feel
Super clean customer service

"Becoming Z Hotel members gave us free cheese and wine each night, an upgraded room and a late check out (3pm)."

marlamad from United Kingdom

read full review

"All rooms have full sky television."

Geoff1967 from United Kingdom

read full review

"My room was incredibly quiet for the centre of a major city, the bed was very comfortable, room and ensuite were clean as a new pin and all in all it was up there with the best hotel experiences I've had this century and at a third of the price of some others."

Stewart from United Kingdom

read full review

3-Star Hotel in the Heart of Glasgow

Location

The Z Hotel Glasgow is located just steps from historic George Square and the shopping district known as Style Mile. With proximity to the bars of Merchant City, this hotel serves as a central base for exploring Glasgow's rich cultural offerings. The River Clyde and Glasgow Green, featuring the People's Palace, are also within a short walk.

Rooms

The hotel boasts 104 bedrooms arranged around a central lightwell, providing a bright and stimulating environment. Each room is equipped with handcrafted beds, en suite shower rooms, and Samsung HDTVs, including all Sky Sports and Movie channels. Options range from compact Z Inside rooms with no windows to more spacious Z Queen rooms for those seeking extra comfort.

Dining

Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and coffee throughout the day, with a cheese and wine reception offered on selected days. Located nearby are various dining options, including the locally acclaimed Paesano Pizza for authentic Neapolitan pizza and Browns Brasserie for traditional seasonal dishes. The Piper Whisky Bar, also close by, provides an extensive selection of Scottish whiskies.

Accessibility

The Z Hotel Glasgow offers accessible rooms, including Z Accessible rooms that feature specialist showers and grab rails for enhanced mobility support. Close proximity to local transport options, with Queen Street Station just three minutes away, makes the hotel easily reachable. The nearest car park is located on Montrose Street, a two-minute walk from the hotel.

Highlights

Location: Just steps from George Square

Rooms: 104 thoughtfully designed bedrooms

Dining: Complimentary cheese and wine reception

Accessibility: Z Accessible rooms with specialist showers

“This hotel stands out for its prime location near George Square and efficient service; the compact, urban-industrial design feels modern, and perks like complimentary wine and cheese add a convivial touch. I think it's a smart choice for travellers valuing convenience and contemporary style in Glasgow's heart, even though rooms can be snug. A solid pick, in my opinion.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Castle-hotel

Location: Perfect

9.5/10Review score

View hotel on map

Highlights from guests

DiningAll-Hours Awesome

The restaurant offers lots of choices all around the clock. A great cheap eats Middle Eastern restaurant is up the street.

Hassan from Egypt

Review on

Room FeaturesPerfectly Dark Rest

The no-window room was fantastic to rest because it was pitch black. It also featured tea and coffee facilities.

Ingrid from Sweden

Review on

Guest ParkingDiscounted Parking

The hotel offers a 50% discount for a nearby car park. This is a bonus, especially if staying multiple nights.

Taylor from Canada

Review on

Media & EntertainmentSky Movies Included

Sky Sports and Movies channels were included in the room's entertainment options. Lots of great lighting options, too.

Sam from Australia

Review on

View all

Choose your room

Castle hotels provide room choices such as doubles, family chambers, and grand suites—often with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive offers

Single Room without Window

2 persons

9 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Double Room without Window

2 persons

11 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Queen Room without Window

2 persons

12 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Double Room

2 persons

11 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Click button to see more rooms

Show all rooms

Show all roomsLess

Price and Room Availability Calendar

See current availability and rates for your selected dates

Facilities

Each castle hotel provides features designed for both comfort and memorable moments

Facilities: Great

8.4/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

The Z Hotel Glasgow Location

36 North Frederick Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G1 2BS

Map view

36 North Frederick Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G1 2BS

City landmarks

Church

Glasgow Cathedral

1.0 km

Gallery

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

2.7 km

Park

Glasgow Green

1.2 km

Gallery

The Lighthouse

650 m

Landmark

Merchant City

640 m

Cemetery

The Necropolis

1.0 km

Gallery

Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre

690 m

Museum

St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art

640 m

Shopping Area

St. Enoch Shopping Centre

860 m

Landmark

Provand's Lordship

940 m

Landmark

The Glasgow School of Art

1.3 km

Museum

People's Palace and Winter Gardens

1.7 km

Park

Kelvingrove Park

2.4 km

Museum

The Tenement House

1.8 km

Landmark

La Pasionara

940 m

Landmark

Sauchiehall Street

1.5 km

Mall

Argyll Arcade

650 m

Mosque

Glasgow Central Mosque

1.4 km

Nearby

Square

George Square

170 m

GlasgowScotland

Buchanan Street

470 m

Gallery

Gallery of Modern Art

430 m

Public Building

City Chambers

50 m

University

University of Strathclyde

580 m

Church

St Georges Tron

380 m

Mall

Princes Square

600 m

Mall

Buchanan Galleries

460 m

94 Queen Street

Duke of Wellington Statue

370 m

George House 50 George Square

James Oswald Statue

60 m

40 George Square

Sir Robert Peel Statue

90 m

40 George Square

Sir Walter Scott Statue

110 m

Restaurants

The Counting House

260 m

2 St. Vincent Place

The Ark

30 m

42-46 North Frederick Street

Georgics Bar

150 m

George Square Millennium Hotel Glasgow

Drouthy's

300 m

155 Queen Street

Pret a Manger

300 m

144-146 Queen Street

Barburrito

310 m

138 Queen Street

Auctioneers

350 m

6 North Court

Costa

410 m

10 Royal Exchange Square

l'aquila city centre

370 m

44 Dundas Street

Explore Glasgow

George Square

3 minutes' walk

City center's main public square, featuring stunning architecture and statues, a hub for events and shows year-round.

The Lighthouse

8 minutes' walk

Scotland's Centre for Design and Architecture, offering exhibitions, a viewing tower, and a café with exquisite city views.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

9-minute drive

A must-visit museum showcasing diverse art and history, featuring free admission and stunning architecture in Kelvingrove Park.

Glasgow Green

15 minutes' walk

Glasgow's oldest park, offering vast green spaces, a playground, and the People's Palace, ideal for family picnics and strolls.

Biking in Glasgow Green

15 minutes' walk

Bike rentals available in Glasgow Green for a scenic ride along the River Clyde, perfect for thrill-seekers and families.

Yoga at The Botanic Gardens

25-minute walk

Relaxation sessions in the serene Glasgow Botanic Gardens, suitable for all skill levels; check for seasonal classes.

The Counting House

4 minutes' walk

Pub-style eatery serving hearty Scottish dishes and classic pub fare in a historic setting; vegetarian options available.

Georgics Bar

2 minutes' walk

Cozy bar famous for its relaxed atmosphere and diverse drink selection, with artisanal cocktails and local craft beers.

Drouthy's

4 minutes' walk

Gastropub offering a vibrant dining experience with globally-inspired menu options and locally-sourced ingredients.

Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre

9 minutes' walk

Unique theater featuring mesmerizing animatronic performances; captivating for adults and families alike, check showtimes.

The SSE Hydro

8-minute drive

Major concert venue hosting top international acts; check the schedule for upcoming performances and events.

Local transport options

City Centre

Glasgow9 min · 700 m

Airports

Glasgow (GLA)25 min · 16.4 km

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)83 min · 54.7 km

Train

Glasgow Queen Street Station3 min · 200 m

Underground

Buchanan Street subway5 min · 400 m

Bus

Bus stop5 min · 400 m

Interested in unlocking castle hotel early-bird prices?

Unlock limited castle hotel offers today!

Check Rates

Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Italian, Romanian, Polish, Russian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Urdu

Number of rooms:

104

Guest reviews & ratings

Guest impressions & feedback from past stays

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Z Hotel Glasgow is often praised for its prime location, right next to George Street and very close to Queen Street Station, making it ideal for exploring the city and accessing transportation. The clean and modern rooms are appreciated, though some guests have noted that the double rooms can be compact and some rooms lack windows. Guests find it offers good value, especially considering its proximity to Glasgow Queen Street and the convenience of reaching central attractions on foot.

Show moreShow less

Review score

Based on 3119 verified reviews

8.3/10

Great

87%

Recommend

Location

9.5/10

Staff

9.2/10

Facilities

8.4/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Pros

Perfect location

Clean rooms

Comfortable bed

Friendly staff

Cons

Noisy AC unit

zoe from united kingdom

double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 25, 2026

9.0/10

compact city stay

clean roomcomfortable bedsmall room

i found the room quite clean and ideal for a short visit. the bed and pillows felt very comfortable , so i got a great night's sleep. the shower provided good water pressure , and the room included a good selection of hot drinks.

the room felt very small. the bathroom had translucent glass , which was awkward since i was with a friend. also , the flush was not working properly.

Facilities

9/10

the hotel features a small informal bar at reception with a decent wine choice. it provides food service 24/7 , which is convenient. the building itself has a unique history as a converted newspaper printing hotel.

Service

9/10

staff members were super friendly , especially the night shift gentlemen. they welcomed me warmly at reception. i received prompt responses to my requests , including extra pillows delivered without delay.

Location

10/10

the hotel is conveniently located close to the queen street station. it is also near numerous restaurants and bars. the hotel is central , yet the area is quiet.

Rooms

8/10

the room included a kettle with a good selection of tea , coffee , and hot chocolate. a powerful hairdryer and shower gel were available. i found the rooms clean and the bed very comfortable.

0 Helpful

Show less

Rosie from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 14, 2026

9.3/10

sweet retreat

central locationkind staffcomfortable bedthoughtful convenience

I loved how central this spot was. It made exploring so easy. the staff's kindness stood out, they were always ready to help. i slept soundly in the comfortable bed. leaving my bags after checkout was such a thoughtful convenience. I felt secure.

i must say, the room felt a tiny bit snug.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel offers luggage storage after check-out. This is very useful for those with late departures as it allowed me to explore freely without carrying bags around.

Rooms

8/10

The double room featured a comfortable bed ensuring a restful sleep. Blackout blinds blocked light creating a dark restful ambiance for undisturbed mornings during my brief escape.

Dining

10/10

the hot chocolate was really good, a rich and warming treat that added a touch of luxury to the stay, especially on a chilly evening.

Service

10/10

Staff were friendly, consistently displaying a helpful and cute attitude. Their attentiveness enhanced my visit and added a personal touch to my time there.

0 Helpful

Paul from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 12, 2026

9.2/10

charmed by this stay

welcome upgradebirthday postcardcomplimentary winecommunity feeling

i found a welcome upgrade to a window room when i got to my room, also a postcard with birthday wishes. staff had added a box of chocolates and i felt very grateful. i got told about free wine and cheeseboard every thursday and saturday. the community feeling stood out, a nice surprise.

one very small detail was that the double bed had access from only one side, because the other was against the wall. this make move around little harder.

Rooms

9/10

the double room have a sky tv and a mini kettle with various teas, coffees, and hot chocolate. fresh towels were plentiful in the well designed bathroom with a good shower, so useful.

Dining

8/10

i loved the complimentary wine offered together quality cheese and biscuits at hotel. free wine and cheese each evening are good value for such a perfectly central location too.

Facilities

9/10

the hotel offer storage for luggage without any problem if your flight is late. water available , but this isnt very clear for everyone so find this.

Location

10/10

the situation are great for any plan in city because is in center. the location were ideal for visit city center or train station, everything were so close to the hotel too.

Service

10/10

the staff were superb also were very friendly and helpful with all my needs. everyone at team were pretty good, i felt a warm welcome always and resolve my issues.

0 Helpful

Victoria from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 12, 2025

7/10

central locationhelpful staffcheese crackerstiny roomrunning watersticky floor

The location was amazing! It was right in the center. The staff were friendly and super helpful. They kept our bags as we arrived early. I also enjoyed the cheese crackers and wine that was offered. It was a nice touch.

The rooms are tiny! There isn't much room for a suitcase so if you have more than one you're out of luck. I could hear water running when someone used the toilet and this kept me awake. The floor was sticky. It was not a pleasant feeling.

0 Helpful

Luna from Spain

Family with children

queen room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 10, 2025

9/10

friendly staffclean roomcentral location

the staff were friendly. the room was clean. the location was very central.

the room was compact.

0 Helpful

Jonathan from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: November 07, 2025

7/10

central locationclean facilitycompact roomsmall roomglass wallslack of window

the location was very central. the facility was clean. the room, a double room, was compact but enough for my needs.

the room was small. the concept for the bathroom with glass walls offered no privacy (i was like in a fishbowl). i could not open a window to get some fresh air in the room.

0 Helpful

lily from united kingdom

Single

single room without window

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: November 05, 2025

8.5/10

convenient city stay

modern roomconvenient liftglass divider

the location is great, close to the train station. the room was clean and modern. there is a lift available for upper floors and i found this accessible.

the room i booked had no windows! there wasn't much privacy inside the room due to the glass bathroom divider.

Location

9/10

the hotel is very central, offering easy access to various parts of the city. it is located near transportation hubs, and this makes travel convenient, particularly for those relying on public transport or arriving by train.

Dining

8/10

there was a free cheese and wine buffet available on some evenings. a kettle in the room provides a good selection of coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. these provisions added value to the stay.

0 Helpful

Questions of the users

About The Z Hotel Glasgow

Is it possible to store luggage before check-in or after check-out?

20 November 2024

Luggage can be stored for a few hours on the day of check-in or check-out.

Do you currently offer a complimentary breakfast option?

15 February 2025

There is no free breakfast available, but a value breakfast option is offered for £5, which includes unlimited tea and coffee.

What are the local parking options and their associated costs?

7 March 2025

The nearest car park on George Street offers discounted parking for £12.50 for 24 hours through a partnership with NCP. The NCP Park Pass App is required to redeem this offer. Contact the hotel for the Saver ID and more details.

If a room description does not mention a window, can I assume it has one?

1 May 2024

Rooms that are advertised as having no windows, such as Inside Double, Inside Queen, and Inside Single, will be clearly stated in the description. If a description does not mention a lack of windows, then it will have one.

Are there lifts available in the hotel for access to different floors?

10 September 2024

There are indeed lifts available throughout the hotel for guest convenience.

Is Wi-Fi available in all guest rooms, along with in-room tea and coffee facilities?

22 January 2025

Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel, and each room is equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities.

Can I arrange for a late check-out during my stay?

30 April 2025

Late check-out options are available for an additional charge. It is recommended to inquire at reception upon check-in.

What time is check-in at the hotel, and is early check-in an option?

5 February 2025

Check-in begins at 3 PM. While early check-in cannot be guaranteed, requests will be accommodated whenever possible. Luggage can be stored until the room is available.

Are hairdryers available in the rooms for guests?

25 November 2024

Every room is equipped with a hairdryer for guest use.

Is there an age requirement for guests staying at the hotel?

28 October 2024

Guests must be 18 years or older to stay at the hotel.

Are pets allowed in the hotel, such as small dogs?

14 March 2025

Unfortunately, pets are not permitted in the hotel.