Let’s be honest—you don’t book a Premier Inn for its Michelin-starred restaurant or its infinity pool. You book it because it’s stupidly convenient. And this one? It’s parked right on St Enoch Square, which is basically Glasgow’s living room. You’re steps from the Buchanan Galleries, the subway station, and about a dozen excellent pubs. I mean, the pub count alone should be a selling point.
If you’re visiting for shopping, a concert at the O2 Academy, or just a weekend of exploring, you cannot beat this spot. The hotel is literally a two-minute walk from the St Enoch subway stop. No taxis needed. Your feet will thank you, especially after a few drams of whisky.
The Room: The Reliable Friend
Now, let’s talk about the room. It’s not trying to impress you with avant-garde furniture or mood lighting. It’s the hotel equivalent of that friend who always shows up on time with a bottle of wine and a hug. The bed is the famous Hypnos mattress—and yes, it lives up to the hype. I sank into it like a marshmallow into hot cocoa. Pro tip: if you don’t fall asleep within 30 seconds, you might be part robot.
The bathroom is compact but spotless. The shower pressure is strong enough to wash away a week’s worth of travel grime. And the blackout curtains? They’re so effective that I woke up at 11 AM thinking it was still 3 AM. That’s a win in my book, especially if you’re nursing a hangover from the aforementioned pubs.
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The Quirks (Because Every Hotel Has Them)
Is it perfect? No, and I love it for that honesty. The walls are a bit thin—I could hear my neighbor having a very enthusiastic conversation about football. Or maybe it was an argument about who ate the last slice of pizza. The lift is small and slow, so be prepared to wait a minute.
Also, the air conditioning can be a bit… dramatic. One minute it’s arctic, the next it’s tropical. But honestly, fiddling with the thermostat becomes a fun little game. You’ll survive. And the free WiFi is fast enough to stream Netflix, which is really all you need after a long day of walking.
