Glasgow Youth Hostel

Why is this hostel so gorgeous??? I thought I was in the wrong place as I was walking to it because the area was so nice with a view of the park and the building was beautiful. It was a bit of a trek from the train station downtown with some uphill parts, but it was manageable. Lugging my suitcase up many, many flights of stairs was a pain, but I probably could have requested a room closer to the ground floor. The kitchen and lounges were nice too. I had great encounters with the staff, and my room with an attached bathroom was really spacious even though only 4 of us were in there. Would stay here again.

I’ve stayed in budget hostels all over Europe but this is the first time I’ve ever felt the need to leave a negative review - it’s completely against my nature to complain. I was only in Glasgow for the night and so it wasn’t worth the hassle but if it had been any longer, I probably would’ve left this hostel and found somewhere else to stay. ||The person on reception was really unwelcoming and replied ‘well I suppose you can’ in a very dismissive tone when I asked to check in because they (by their own admission) were rushing to make key cards before a large group arrival. They seemed really annoyed that I’d interrupted this but I’d have been more than happy to wait if they’d just asked. I’ve worked in hospitality for years and would’ve completely understood! Instead I was made to feel like an inconvenience which was super off-putting as a paying guest.||The standard of the 8 bed female dorm was one of the worst I’ve seen. When I walked into the room after the experience at reception, the first thing I noticed were numerous large stains on the carpet (unclear if they’re food or vomit). There were no plugs beside the beds and just one socket beside the main door which barely reached beds 1 & 2, never mind the rest of them. The beds don’t have individual lights or privacy curtains either (curtains obviously aren’t to be expected everywhere but enough plugs for each guest feels like the bare minimum tbh). Finally, the toilet door had so many holes in it that it looked like a prop from The Shining and the hot water from the taps didn’t work to wash your hands. ||One of the most uncomfortable stays I’ve ever had. If you’re in Glasgow, save yourself the trouble and book an AirBnB or hotel instead!

The staff here are amazingly kind and helpful. I had a mix-up due to a booking website, and they corrected it within just a couple days. The hostel is in a cool old building just steps from Kelvingrove park, and has lots of common areas with activities of all kinds.

Amazing location, very friendly and funny staff members and a good hostel room. everything worked well and water, tea and coffee was included. The hairdryer worked great :D very cozy atmosphere especially in the common room. can recommend and will be back

What a cool building! Beautiful|location on Kelsengrove Park (but be aware - it’s a bit of a walk to get back over to the main part of the city, and taking Uber is difficult because of a huge amount of construction going on).||Beds were comfy and room was large. Free coffee available 24-7. Awesome and nicely decorated lounge. Laundry available. Friendly staff. ||The breakfast was sub-par, wouldn’t bother with it. Lots of stairs and no lift.

Best thing about it is the position near the most beautiful park i’ve seen and the vibe that it gives, the rooms and the hostel itself being an very old but clean/maintained building. I would surely turn back here !

Wonderful location. Clean. Helpful team on duty. Good range of rest rooms. Good facilities, showers, hot water, and breakfast.

An amazing hostel one best places we stayed as a wee family this was perfect. What a wonderful history to stay in such a grand location. We definitely be back well done team thanks for looking after us.