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Ambassador Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel located steps from Botanic Gardens

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Experience the classic charm of the Ambassador Hotel, featuring a grand entrance and beautifully maintained grounds.
Relax in this cozy room with a seating area, large windows, and a door to a bathroom featuring a shower and toilet.
Relax in a charming outdoor space with a stone wall backdrop, brick-paved floor, and comfortable benches.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, seating area, and fire exit sign.
Two double beds with dark headboards and light-colored bedding, a large mirror, and a wooden desk with drawers.
Near the beautiful Botanic Gardens, Ambassador Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a charming garden and inviting terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy perks like luggage storage, express check-out, full breakfast options at your fingertips.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is R1 796
R2 155 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9,0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room

9,0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

9,8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
7 Kelvin Drive, Glasgow, Scotland, G20 8QG

What's nearby

  • Botanic Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Glasgow - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • OVO Hydro - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Glasgow Science Centre - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 28 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 44 min drive
  • Gilshochill Station - 3 min drive
  • Maryhill Station - 3 min drive
  • Glasgow Partick Station - 27 min walk
  • Hillhead Station - 10 min walk
  • Kelvinbridge Station - 14 min walk
  • Kelvinhall Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brewhaus - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Loop & Scoop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪1841 Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hillhead Bookclub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Papercup Coffee Company - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Ambassador Hotel

Ambassador Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Glasgow and Buchanan Street. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Public transportation is just a short walk: Hillhead Station is 10 minutes and Kelvinbridge Station is 14 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.99 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 9.0 per stay

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Ambassador Glasgow
Ambassador Hotel Glasgow
Ambassador Hotel Hotel
Ambassador Hotel Glasgow
Ambassador Hotel Hotel Glasgow

Frequently asked questions

Does Ambassador Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ambassador Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ambassador Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ambassador Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ambassador Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge of GBP 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Ambassador Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino Glasgow, Riverboat (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Ambassador Hotel and nearby?

Ambassador Hotel has a garden.

What's the area around Ambassador Hotel like?

Ambassador Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from University of Glasgow and 3 minutes' walk from Botanic Gardens.

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Ambassador Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8,6

Excellent

8,8/10

Cleanliness

8,8/10

Staff & service

8,6/10

Amenities

8,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Bed
Botanical gardens
Parking
Shower
Universities
Lobby

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a good choice available. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Spot on

Good stay. Nice staff and well located across from the botanic gardens and plenty of shops and restaurants.
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great value and nice hotel

Smile to welcome us and nice room for the cost. great value and nice hotel. nothing to complain about.
kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Friendly staff, nice clean room, had what was needed
Kevin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic but clean and friendly perfect for a short stay.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A listed property overlooking The Botanics in the west end of Glasgow. Spotless and very comfortable and quiet .Great for the price. Breakfast excellent. Staff pleasant. Excellent location near subway , main bus routes into central Glasgow and 25 minutes to airport.
christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent refurbishment - rooms very well appointed and very tidy and fresh
Donald M, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Location.

The hotel had limited off site parking, so ended up having to pay for street parking which was quite expensive. However, the location was ideal for the West End of Glasgow.
Anne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall. Very happy with the stay. Staff were very nice and hospitable. Free parking tho a little limited but one can’t complain. Shame the council are not helpful with the parking up front.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the traditional look outside, felt really friendly. Staff very friendly. My room was comfortable brilliant shower and bed comfortable
Catherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous
Ashley, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Worst bed I have slept in a long time. Rock hard bed that seemed to be on a slope. Cheap pillows and duvet. Modern fitted bathroom but sink so small the floor was soaked when trying to wash. Pleasant staff especially lady in the breakfast room. All areas nice and clean.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location

The hotel was clean , staff friendly and lovely location next to the botanical gardens. The only issue we had was that in the morning we could not have breakfast as we had not booked the night before. Make sure you book in for breakfast if you want some. Fortunately there are lovely cafes along Byres Road which serve great breakfasts.
Louise, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

10/10 service and nice hotel

10/10 for man on reception stayed in room 15 which had no view other than roof plus room has support beam right next to bed but room was satisfactorily clean with exception of few high areas with dust but overall clean and tidy and nice hotel. Breakfast was ok nothing great but to sum up service and hotel lovely and definitely would stay again maybe not in that room.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely peaceful place

The Ambassador Hotel is a gem and the front desk gentleman was helpful and kind. We had to leave early in the morning a few minutes after the dining room opened for breakfast. He took our order the night before and had it ready for us before the Taxi arrived. The location is beautiful and close to many restaurants and the botanical gardens and a pretty walk along the river. It was far from the city center though.
Nina, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Prices increased in the last year.
Craig Donald, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Happy to stay again but coming by train next time!

Liked the position, across the road from the Botanic Gardens. Was able to obtain a ticket for Jekyll and Hyde in the Gardens which was a bonus. Only difficulty was finding it.Not the hotel at fault. There are so many road works in Glasgow coupled with one way system that for a stranger to the city, negotiating the way round was a challenge.
MRS M A, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not as expected.

Only 6 parking spaces and very small. Booked hotel for the parking and not guaranteed. Other parking outside restricted to 3 hrs and expensive. Also, not hot water in sink.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The property was fine and handy for where we were going on our night out the room was clean and tidy the problem arose in the morning as we were going down for breakfast we never made it to the bottom of the stairs before being told it was twenty past nine and hot breakfast finished at 9.15 on a New Year’s Day he said with a smile. No just go in and get the breakfast you have paid extra for or we will refund your money as you didn’t get your breakfast. We thought it finished at 9.30 and thought we were in plenty of time.We have stayed in this hotel before that is why we returned but would not go back after this bad experience.
Colin, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Instructions to check in after regular office hours were sent on the day of travel. Even if you booked in this hotel, they do not tell you clearly that your room is actually next door at Embassy apartments. I was left alone outside for a good amount of time at midnight because they sent lockbox instructions during my travel day so I did not get the message until I called Expedia. I had sent messages days prior to my arrival that I will be arriving late. No notification to expect lockbox instructions and that no one will be at the front desk. Expedia was no help either as I was asking for another hotel and they said they cannot help because there were check in instructions. This was a very traumatic experience and both this hotel and Expedia did not respond to my demand for a refund of at least the first night due to the horrible check in.
Catherine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfekt boende!!!

Helt fantastiskt boende i Glasgows bästa område. Personalen var väldigt tillmötesgående och enkelrummet var både rymligt och rent. Kan definitivt rekommendera!
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Leigh, 2-night trip