About This Hotel
Lovely 1-Bedroom Apartment with Free Parking
Enjoy your stay in this beautiful front-door tenement flat located in the friendly area of Battlefield.
Within easy reach of the city centre, minutes walk from the New Victoria Hospital and other points of interest including Hampden Park, SSE & SECC, this private, bright and modern haven of luxury is the perfect base for exploring Glasgow City and the rest of Scotland.
Our home is warm and welcoming with high Victorian ceilings and large windows, creating a spacious and bright environment. The large bay windows let in plenty of natural light! There's a 43" HD SMART TV, meaning you can access Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, BBC iPlayer, ITV, Spotify and more.
The bathroom is bright and modern which has a powerful shower with constant hot water. There are soft towels, hand-wash, shampoo, conditioner & body wash.
The kitchen has everything you need: washing machine, oven/grill, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee machine, electric hobs and a fridge compartment. There's enough crockery, glasses and utensils.
I LOVE food and I would want your cooking experience to be pleasant and fun. Therefore I have made sure the basics (herbs, spices, oils etc) are available for you.
The bedroom has a beautiful king size bed frame with a very comfortable soft-medium mattress. There is a cute wee dressing table to use for work or as a dressing table.
The living room is bright and spacious. The large bay windows
OTHER OBSERVATIONS:
• Check-in must be scheduled in advance. In case the check-in is not scheduled within a maximum of 48 hours prior to arrival, guests will be subject to the availability of our team. • No extra guests are allowed without prior consent.
• No pets.
• Strictly no parties or smoking allowed inside. If your plan is to do such please book elsewhere since no refund will be given for your stay and law enforcement will be notified instantly.
• In order to maintain the cleanliness, for stays longer than 3 weeks, our housekeepers would need to do a full clean and the cost for this will be absorbed by the guest.
• Cot & highchair available on request.
You have exclusive use of the whole property. We are fortunate enough to have a lovely relationship with our neighbours, please preserve this by adhering to the rules about no parties or loud music after 11pm.
Since I am either working full time or abroad, I may not always be available. Therefore, when I am not available, you will be taken care of from a local professional co-host named Daniel from AirUs who will be available and be more than happy to answer any questions you may have!
Battlefield is small, vibrant area located in the heart of the South side of Glasgow. The area has delicious bakeries and cafes at a very short walking distance. Queens park and Victoria Road are 0.4 miles (9 mins) walk away. The area Battlefield takes its name from the Battle of Langside of 1568. There are historical landmarks within walking distance such as the Battlefield monument.
The South Side of Glasgow boasts Mackintosh’s world famous House for an Art Lover in the scenic Bellahouston Park, which is complete with walled gardens, mazes and sculptures. Glasgow’s largest park, Pollok Country Park is another breath taking green space, home to the renowned Burrell Collection, including impressive displays of Islamic, Chinese and Medieval artefacts. The Glasgow Science Centre and Planetarium are sure to keep kids busy, while trendy eateries such as Café Strange Brew and Ranjit’s Kitchen are dotted about for rest and renewal.
Once an industrial powerhouse, Glasgow has grown into a vibrant city of culture. The combination of modern architecture and old sandstone buildings provides a unique backdrop for the unrivalled cultural experience and quirky delights the city offers. The awards roll in as steadily as the waves of the River Clyde, whether it’s UNESCO City of Music or European City of Culture, Glasgow boasts an array of awards in recognition of it’s music, museums, art, entertainment, architecture and food scene. Brimming with creativity, innovation and spectacular history, Glasgow’s out-of-the-box charm and gritty edge is topped off by the fact that Glaswegians are some of the friendliest you’ll ever meet (not biased at all!). As a proud Glaswegian born and raised in the largest city in Scotland, I am confident in saying it will not disappoint.
Check out a live music venue or go to the theatre, experience sunset over the Clyde or fine seafood dining in Finnieston, peruse boutique shops or step back in time to the Victorian era. Whatever your cup of tea (or glass of IrnBru), one things for sure, you won’t get bored in Glasgow!
The New York Times description; “confidently Glaswegian and instinctually international” sums up the City Centre excellently. The stunning Victorian buildings lining the streets of the famous grid system in the city centre have featured in Cloud Atlas and Patrick Melrose amongst other films. George Square is a wonderful people watching spot, with charming ice rink in winter and gorgeous picnic spot in Summer. The Vatican-esque City Chambers runs free tours of it’s majestic marble interiors, and the grand Central Station runs a tour every morning at 10am, revealing some enchanting historical secrets. Hop on a City Sightseeing Tour or for walking fans, there is everything from Eating Tours to Music Tours running aplenty each week. Film fans will delight in Glasgow Film Theatre on quirky Rose Street, and the Mitchell Library is a beautiful landmark with a fascinating collection. Pop into Tenement House for an interesting insight into historical life in Glasgow. The Lighthouse building offers stunning city views and a free exhibition of some of Rennie Mackintosh’s finest work.
With the world renowned luxury department store House of Frasers, as well as Zara, Hamleys, Urban Outfitters, Paperchase, John Lewis and hundreds of others, you will not struggle to find places to shop. With everything from designer stores, over 60 boutique jewellery stores in Merchant City, to quirky Sloans Market at weekends and endless cuisine from around the world, Glasgow City Centre has something for everyone. For a quirky take on Italian Street food try a spaghetti wrap from Vapianos, international delights at Chakoo Bombay Cafe or go for some fining at ChaoPhraya or The Citizen. Try brunch at hidden gems like Madha or Singl-End to name a couple.
The nearby West End contrasts soulfully with the more commercial city centre, the bohemian spirit means thriving small local businesses and a unique collective personality. The world village vibes will ensure you’ll feel at home in no time. Byres Road and Ashton Lane are full of cute café’s and world class food just waiting to be discovered. Pop down to Brel for some delicious cheese fondue in their magically lit garden, guaranteed to make you feel you’ve stepped into a fairytale. Or Head to Ubiquitous Chip for some artistically served up Scottish food in their leafy courtyard, to Di Maggio’s for an authentic Italian, or to beautifully tiled Café Andaluz for some eastern eats. Try tea at the buzzing Tinderbox Café or a famous ice cream float at Nardini’s ice cream parlour. The Botanical Gardens are a breathtaking urban escape, the exotic plants and stunning Kibble Palace make an ideal picnic spot.
The majestic Kelvingrove red stone building boasts a combination of art gallery and history museum, overlooking the scenic park. The Gothic style buildings of the University of Glasgow are walking distance from anywhere in the West End and the vaulted ceilings, turrets and towers evoke a Harry Potter-esque feeling. Scotland’s oldest museum, the Hunterian is an interesting stop to make before sifting through vintage gems in the cute shops and markets on Byres Road. You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to food, with no end of funky cafes and artisan restaurants. Be it Scottish food with a twist in a flower filled courtyard or afternoon tea in a pretty parlour, there’s something for everyone.
At the river, the ‘Glasgow Guggenheim’ designed by Zaha Hadid has over 3000 transport related exhibits, so why not experience Glasgow in the 1890’s at the Riverside Museum. A short scenic stroll by the water will take you to a restored ship still floating on the Clyde, where you can stop for a tour, or head to Glasgow Science Centre.
Useful apps to download for getting around: Moovit - bus timetable
Trainline - train timetable
maps.me - free navigation app
The New Victoria Hospital is a 2 mins drive or 7 mins walk away.
Hampden Park is a 3 mins drive or 15 mins walk away.
Located 2 miles away from Glasgow city centre and 15 minutes by car from Glasgow airport.
We offer a transport service to help make your stay stress & hassle free. So, if you need picked up or dropped off anywhere, let us know! Cot and highchair available on request.
