Glasgow’s West End: Must-See Attractions & Why 2025 is the Year to Visit
If you’re planning a trip to Glasgow, you’re in for a treat—especially if you’re staying in the West End, one of the city’s most vibrant and cultural hotspots.
Welcome to The Sandyford Lodge, Glasgow. Our 19 bedroom property is in the charming district of Finnieston, perfectly located between Glasgow City Centre and the West End.
When you book directly on our official website, you have access to our very best discounted rates at time of booking.
Our rooms can get booked up very quickly especially at during peak holiday seasons including half term, Easter, and Christmas, so early booking is advised.
We are a small Scottish property with a big heart and personality and look forward to welcoming you through our doors very soon.
GOOD Based on 273 reviews Inge Friedenburg2025-02-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Alles prima und habe es wieder gebucht Clare Purday2024-12-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience at this hotel as we were lucky to have one of the refurbished rooms. The manager was very friendly and we would stay here again. Easy walk to Hydro, SEC etc and there are lots of nice bars and restaurants in the area. Francesca Della Bona2024-10-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely room, recently renovated (you could still smell the paint). The view was not great, but the hotel is undergoing renovations, so it's to be expected. Everything was very clean and tidy, though. The staff is super kind!
GOOD Based on 330 reviews Dee B2024-09-23Verified Excellent location and value for money. We had a great long weekend stay. Spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Good size room with powerful shower. Staff very accommodating and bags were looked after in reception before and after booking in. Breakfast delicious for £10 each more across the road at sandiford hotel. Have booked again for April for a family wedding. Thank you all at Sandyford lodge. Clare J2024-06-09Verified Great location and very welcoming Sandyford Lodge was perfect for our trip to Glasgow. Anthony the owner made us feel really welcome. He was very friendly and had lots of recommendations for restaurants and local bars. Great location! The walk to the Ovo Hydro was 15 minutes. We will definitely be returning. Stephen_ArlingtonVA2024-06-08Verified Great location at the right price The Sandyford Lodge was a perfect location for visiting someone at the University of Glasgow--great restaurants and pubs nearby and on the main bus line. We could also walk to the City Centre car rental location to rent a car for the weekend (when parking was free on the street in front of the establishment). The front desk is available 24/7 and the family is very accommodating. The key thing to know though in choosing Sandyford Lodge is that this is not a commercial brand hotel: there's no elevator, no amenities (ice machine, gym, etc.), and the rooms are minimalist. The beds are comfortable and there is a desk & chair, small closet (with plenty of hangers), TV, electric teapot, bars of soap and shampoo dispenser in the shower--but there are no extras (no table, lounge chair or couch, fridge, safe, iron, countertop, conditioner, lotion, hair dryer, decorations, clock, etc.). The windows are big and can be opened, which is very helpful as there is no room thermostat and the room's electric lighting options are limited. The one challenge was the shower, which is extremely tight (and the door would not probably allow someone who is particularly stout to even enter). That said, the facilities, cleanliness, and service were at the right price for our extended stay. rjane152024-06-08Verified Super convenient and comfortable. Helpful & interested staff. Our large room was on the ground floor (although the bed was just a double) and had a new bathroom. Parking was nearby in a covered car park but was cash only (there was an ATM nearby). Buses into town (as well as the hop-on-hop-off-bus) were so easy to access (just be aware you can't tap to pay for 2 people on the one card). Breakfast was across the road at the hotel and it included a good selection. We loved having dinner one block up at the Ox & Finch but booking was essential as it is busy - they are mostly shared plates) Colin G2024-06-05Verified Good value friendly staff. Reception Staff very helpful and friendly . Offered me a reserved parking space instead of paying £4 an hour on the street not their fault blame the SNP and the greens for over charging Tourist. Loads of space in hotel room and breakfast was great . Breakfast staff reminded me of Rab C Nesbitt sketch . Down to earth and very friendly . Just what I like . Ellen T2023-11-09Verified Outstanding Experience! Comfortable, lovely, clean, outstanding location and just wonderful friendly, responsive staff, day and night. Kelvingrove Park is just a block away, museums, cafes, Sainsbury's, pubs, even city center, easy to walk to. Definitely will stay there again. Sarah S2023-08-10Verified Unforeseen but highly recommend Last minute booking as road home being closed due to accident Had food shopping in car. Lillian member of staff was amazing and so helpful and stored my food in fridge. Life saver. Thank you so much. Clean and comfortable stay. Would recommend. We will be back to stay again Ventdularge442023-08-02Verified Bonne adresse Bonne surprise après avoir passé 2 nuits au Sandyford. Accueil, chambre (au 2e étage), pdj, le tout au top compte tenu du tarif Excellent rapport qualité prix A savoir, plein de petits restos sur la rue parallèle et parking couvert à 5 minutes à pied pour 12£ par jour. Très bon rapport qualité prix
If you’re planning a trip to Glasgow, you’re in for a treat—especially if you’re staying in the West End, one of the city’s most vibrant and cultural hotspots.
If you're looking for a cosy, budget-friendly stay in Glasgow without any fuss, you’ve found the perfect spot!