Glasgow Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Glasgow Youth Hostel offers four star VisitScotland accredited accommodation in a fabulous Victorian townhouse overlooking beautiful Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow’s lively West End, close to award-winning Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, numerous cafes, restaurants and bars.
Within easy reach of many of Glasgow’s main attractions, including the SSE Hydro and SEC, this hostel is a fantastic alternative to a hotel and a popular choice for individual travellers, backpackers, families and groups wanting to explore the city on a budget.
The hostel offer guests a great range of comfortable en-suite rooms and spacious shared accommodation with private lockers. There’s even a self-contained apartment sleeping up to six people. WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a large comfortable lounge with views over the park, television room, games room, laundry, secure bike store and luggage storage for guests arriving early and wanting to explore the city.
Reception is open 24 hours a day. There are no car parking spaces at the hostel, but limited on-street
Pay & Display spaces can be found in the surrounding area.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Hostellers Love
- Friendly, welcoming staff
- West End location by Kelvingrove Park and within easy walking distance of the SSE Hydro
- Within easy reach of numerous bars and restaurants
- Stunning views over the city
- Private ensuite rooms available
Glasgow Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
Open 24hrs
Check in
15.00
Check out
10:00
Access Hours
You are welcome to use the hostel facilities if arriving early or departing late.
Amenities
Free Wifi
Private Rooms Available
En Suite Rooms Available
Family Rooms Available
Suitable for Groups
Self Catering Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Lounge/TV Room
Games Room
Laundry Room
Drying Room
Secure Lockers
Luggage Store
Bike Store
Towel Hire Available
Shopping Nearby
Conference and meeting facilities
Access with limited mobility
Complimentary Tea and Coffee available in Self Catering Kitchen
Group catering packages available on request and by prior arrangement
Guest Reviews
04/03/19
We were a party of 16 kids and two adults on a study trip from Spain and we had an excellent stay in the youth hostel. The staff were helpful and friendly and the facilities were great for what we needed. The location is excellent, with spectacular views across the city, although bear in mind that it's a hike up the hill or up the steps from the bus route!Fiona, ELI Málaga
03/03/19
It was a nice, comfortable stay. However, after comparing the price versus other hostels, it was a disappointment. Nonetheless, the staff was great, and the beds were comfortable.Daniel Cavenagh
26/02/19
What a brilliant location in central Glasgow but right by the park which made it quiet with a lovely view out.Andrew Backhouse
22/02/19
It was the most relaxing friendly experience of all hostels and hotels in ScotlandS.J
17/02/19
Chose this place to stay because of its superb location. A quiet area, next to Kelvingrove park and the museum. Handy for the university area. Couldn't believe how big the hostel is but a lovely building, with an excellent breakfast served in a modern, bright and clean dining hall. All staff friendly and efficient.Andrew
15/02/19
The staff was perfectly friendly and flexible - extending my stay (several times) was absolutley no problem. Everybody was so focused on me having the best experience in Glasgow, and I definitely did!Absolutely recommandable.Miriam
12/02/19
Amazing building, friendly staff, very comfortablermw
12/02/19
Very comfortable, lovely quiet position. I had a great stay.Little nomad
10/02/19
Perfect as always, best hostel in ScotlandPaul
04/02/19
Great place to rest and chill out :)KP
04/02/19
Wonderful, relaxing stay. Beautiful building and location.John Turner
28/01/19
A group of ten of us stayed overnight (3 leaders and 7 teenage guides). The Youth Hostel exceeded expectations. It is ten years since I last stayed there and it has been upgraded significantly. We found our bedrooms to be very spacious and comfortable with excellent en suite facilities. The girls' room even had a large window with a fabulous view over the Kelvingrove park and Glasgow. The staff were cheerful and very helpful. Complimentary tea and coffee was a bonus for the leaders.Guiding star
28/01/19
Can't fault this hostel - it is in a beautiful old building so close to the city centre and great value.Jenny
17/01/19
The staff were extremely friendly, and the hostel was in an interesting location, not too far from the city (half hour's walk), in a suburb of Glasgow. The WiFi was very good in the areas where in was available (common areas), and the rooms were in pristine condition, which was one of the most important things for me.Calum
14/01/19
Great spot to be for a bit of urban walkingAndy Law
11/01/19
I had a great stay, the receptionists were amazing, and everyone within the Hostel were very helpfulVery much
01/01/19
Good beds, excellent staff, quiet locationMuslim Diane
26/12/18
It was good and rather good value.Marion
25/12/18
The staff were so kind and helpful! They gave me a wonderful room with an amazing view of the city! Location was great, in a very nice neighborhood across from a large park. Facilities were clean and the hostel has everything you need for a comfortable stay.Megan Williams
25/12/18
Wonderful stay as always. Beautiful historic building, excellent location with proximity to the west end and the city center, friendly staff.Elvira
21/12/18
All fine for a one night stay. Lovely building, helpful, friendly staffJohn
18/12/18
A great hostel in a nice location. Staff were extremely friendly and willing to help at any moment. Will be back soon!Don
17/12/18
Excellent facilities, location and priceAnon
16/12/18
Very comfortable, wonderful location and great hospitality. Please make WIFI available in the rooms also.Great affordable living accommodation in Glasgow.
15/12/18
Location is great, only a short walk into city centre, and plenty of things to see and do just around the corner.Edinor
12/12/18
The location of the hostel was excellent being right by Kelvingrove Park and only a 30 minute walk to the city centre. The staff were really nice and efficient. The hostel itself was really comfortable and clean.Rudy Ruiz
10/12/18
Wonderful experience, friendly staff and really conveniente.Veronica Blanco
03/12/18
Very friendly & comfortable stay. Recommended.simon birch
29/11/18
We feel privileged to be able to stay in this beautiful building in a fantastic location.Mrs K
Within easy reach of many of Glasgow’s main attractions, including the SSE Hydro and SEC, this hostel is a fantastic alternative to a hotel and a popular choice for individual travellers, backpackers, families and groups wanting to explore the city on a budget.
The hostel offer guests a great range of comfortable en-suite rooms and spacious shared accommodation with private lockers. There’s even a self-contained apartment sleeping up to six people. WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a large comfortable lounge with views over the park, television room, games room, laundry, secure bike store and luggage storage for guests arriving early and wanting to explore the city.
Reception is open 24 hours a day. There are no car parking spaces at the hostel, but limited on-street
Pay & Display spaces can be found in the surrounding area.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Hostellers Love
- Friendly, welcoming staff
- West End location by Kelvingrove Park and within easy walking distance of the SSE Hydro
- Within easy reach of numerous bars and restaurants
- Stunning views over the city
- Private ensuite rooms available
Reasons to visit
Glasgow Youth Hostel is a 20 minute walk from the famous Ashton Lane with its unique collection of pubs and restaurants, and only a 30 minute walk from the city centre.
Buchanan Street ('The Style Mile'), with Princes Square and a host of top shopping opportunities is only a 30 minute walk away and Merchant Square, with its indoor craft fair and diverse range of cafes, pubs and restaurants, is well worth a visit.
For those with an interest in culture, Glasgow has a host of attractions. These include the nearby Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, Botanic Gardens, Gallery of Modern Art and Glasgow Science Centre. Many of these have free admission making them ideal for families.
Glasgow could never be described as shy and retiring. Embracing the concept of street art, Glasgow has launched a city centre mural trail. These epic pieces of art bring new life to the city's brickwork, brightening up local areas and giving local artists the chance to showcase their work.
With a number of great music events taking place throughout the year, Glasgow's SEC, Armadillo and Hydro Arena are all within 30 minutes' walking distance via Finnieston with its artisan pubs and eateries.
Other attractions worth exploring include:
- The People's Palace
- Glasgow School of Art
- Glasgow Cathedral
- Riverside Distillery
- The Lighthouse (for rooftop views of Glasgow)