Frommer's Scotland 8th Edition - To Parent Directory

WHERE TO STAY 1751 Devonshire Gardens, Glasgow G12 0UX. & 0141/339-2001. Fax 0141/337-1663. www.onedevonshiregardens.com. 38 units. £125–£185 ($200–$296) double; £345–£475 ($552–$760) suite. AE, DC, MC, V. Freeparking. Underground: Hillhead. Amenities: 2 restaurants; bar; 24-hr. room service; laundry/dry cleaningservice. In room: TV, minibar, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, safe.MODERATEKelvin Park Lorne Hotel Finds This discreet hotel is located in the heartof the residential West End. The hotel consists of an early-19th-century building(four floors) and a later five-story structure. The public rooms—includingthe bar—are in the style of early-1900s Scottish designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh.The guest rooms were renovated in 1995, resulting in a kind of neutralcontemporary comfort; they vary in size, the older ones being noticeably larger.Most of the bathrooms are equipped with combination tub and shower.923 Sauchiehall St., Glasgow G3 7TE. & 0141/314-9955. Fax 0141/337-1659. www.regalhotels.co.uk100 units. £75 ($120) double; £120 ($192) suite. AE, DC, MC, V. Free parking. Underground: Kelvin Hall.Amenities: Restaurant; bar; 24-hr. room service; laundry/dry cleaning service. In room: TV, coffeemaker, hairdryer, trouser press.Manor Park Hotel This impressive West End town house was a privatehome when it was built in 1895 in the closing years of Victoria’s reign. In 1947it was converted into a hotel, and it has been much improved and upgradedsince that time. Owners Angus and Catherine MacDonald—true Scots to thecore, both of whom speak Gaelic—offer grand Scottish hospitality. Naturally,with such a Scottish background, they freely use the tartan when decorating.Their home is a blend of modern and traditional furnishings, including beechwoodpieces set against a background floral wallpaper. Each guest room comeswith a neat little bathroom with either tub or shower.28 Balshagray Dr., Glasgow G11 7DD. & 0141/339-2143. Fax 0141/339-5842. www.manorparkhotel.com.9 units. £67–£75 ($107–$120) double. Rates include full breakfast. AE, MC, V. Free parking. Underground:Partick Station. In room: TV, hair dryer, coffeemaker, trouser press.Theatre Hotel Finds This late 19th-century theater and dance has beenhandsomely and cozily converted into a charming hotel. The guest rooms aretastefully and comfortably furnished, and all the modern in-room amenitieshave been installed in spite of all the traditional architectural details such aswood paneling and stained glass. Rooms range from small to spacious; the largerunits are more contemporary in styling. In lieu of a dining room, breakfast isserved in your bedroom.25-27 Elmbank St., just off Sauchiehall St. Glasgow G2 4PB. & 0141/227-2712. Fax 0141/227-2774.www.theatrehotel.activehotels.com/FIL. 58 units. £60–£80 ($96–$128) double; £90 ($144) triple. Ratesinclude breakfast. MC, V. Parking nearby £7.50 ($12). Underground: Cowcaddens. Amenities: Room service7–9am; business center; laundry/dry cleaning service. In room: TV, dataport, fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer,trouser press.Town House Value This is one of the most upmarket and charming ofthe B&Bs of Glasgow. The stone-built Victorian terraced house has been successfullyconverted to receive guests to its tranquil little cul-de-sac tucked awayin the West End, with a tennis club in the back and a rugby club to the front.The place justifiably wins praise from its many repeat visitors. The hospitality,the comfort level, and the atmosphere are first rate. Guests may gather in the livingroom with its many books and coal-burning fireplace. The large bedroomshave been faithfully restored and have first-rate private bathrooms with showers.The high quality furnishings, including many traditional wooden pieces, are setagainst a decor of blue or yellow.