Crowne Plaza Glasgow
Crowne Plaza Glasgow is a 4-star hotel in a 17-storey tower on the north bank of the Clyde, right beside the SEC, the Armadillo and the OVO Hydro. For a concert, conference or exhibition, you can't stay much closer, and the upper floors look along the river.
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Crowne Plaza Glasgow by IHG
A Clydeside landmark
The tower was completed in 1989 and opened as the Forum Hotel, later becoming the Glasgow Moat House before joining Crowne Plaza in 2005. It has 17 floors, and a glass-sided lift looks out over the Clyde and the Kingston Bridge. You'll recognise it from news broadcasts from the BBC and STV studios across the water.
Who stays here
Most guests are here for something at the SEC campus, which is a short walk from the lobby. It also hosts large events itself, with one of the biggest function rooms in the city. After a gig, skipping the taxi queue is the main appeal. It is equally useful for exhibition visitors and conference delegates who want to walk to the halls each morning. Away from event dates it is a quieter base for exploring the West End and the river. Because so many visitors book around the same concerts, rates and availability can change quickly once an event is announced.
What's nearby
Glasgow Science Centre is just over the river at Pacific Quay, and Finnieston's restaurants and bars are a short walk inland. Golf Fang, a crazy golf bar, is nearby for a group evening, and the Riverside Museum is further west along the Clyde walkway.
Highlights
- 4-star hotel beside the SEC, Armadillo and OVO Hydro
- 17-storey tower on the River Clyde
- Glass lift overlooking the Clyde and Kingston Bridge
- Opened in 1989 as the Forum Hotel
Good to know
- Very busy on SEC and Hydro event nights; book early.
- Exhibition Centre station is the nearest rail stop.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources: en.wikipedia.org