Glasgow airport is Scotland’s main airport, open 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Passengers fly to over 90 destinations including Canada, the USA, the Caribbean, Saudi Arabia and Spain, as well as numerous domestic flights.
The Glasgow Flyer runs every 10 minutes and connects the airport with both Glasgow Central bus station and Glasgow rail stations: The journey time is around 15 minutes and the cost is at present £4.50 one way.
For those travelling by car to and from the airport GLA Glasgow is situated just 8 miles out of Glasgow, junction 28 off the M8 motorway. There are designated areas for picking up and dropping off passengers, and disabled (blue badge) holders have 30 minutes of free waiting time. Both short and long term parking is available – both well signposted from the roads. Short term parking spaces are situated a short walk from the terminal building and long term parking facilities are a short courtesy coach service away.
All the major car hire companies operate from the arrivals areas in the airport. Taxis are available 24 hours a day (the cost at present of a ride to the centre of Glasgow is £22).The taxi rank is located in front of the terminal building.
There are a wide range of shopping and eating facilities at the airport including a duty free shop.
The airport’s left baggage desk is located in the check-in hall on the first floor of the terminal and is open 8am until 6pm Monday to Friday and 9.30am until 4pm at weekends.
There are three dedicated baby change areas in the terminal building and two soft play areas. The restaurants are family friendly and can supply high chairs and bottle warmers.
For those wishing to enjoy panoramic views of incoming and departing flights Frankie and Benny’s restaurant is the best place to do so.
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Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport
This hotel is 2 minutes’ walk from the terminal building, with covered walkway access and airport trolleys. It offers modern en suite rooms with tea and coffee making facilities. Each modern room at Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport has satellite TV. Guests can also enjoy games machines and a pool table in the Lobby. Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport has a relaxing lounge and bar. Breakfast and evening meals are served in the Great Room; vegetarian options are available. |
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Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport
Less than 50 metres from Glasgow Airport, this Holiday Inn is just off the M8, providing easy access to Glasgow city centre. Rooms have en suite bathrooms and satellite TVs. Air-conditioned rooms are double glazed for warmth and a peaceful night’s sleep. They feature baths and power showers, internet connections, stereos and a morning newspaper. Continental and Scottish breakfasts are served from very early in the morning, whilst Traders Restaurant offers a full a la carte menu. |
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Glasgow Pond Hotel
In Glasgow’s West End, this modern hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. The city centre is just a 5-minute drive away. Each stylish room at the Glasgow Pond Hotel has satellite TV. There is 24-hour room service. The Brasserie at the Pond serves local, seasonal produce in stylish surroundings. Cafes, pubs and restaurants are within easy walking distance. There is good access to a bus service outside the hotel. |
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Crowne Plaza Glasgow
Crown Plaza Glasgow has a direct link to the SECC and overlooks the River Clyde. It has a leisure club with pool and spa, and good access to shopping and entertainment areas. Close to Glasgow Crown Plaza are Glasgow Science Centre and the BBC. The city centre is about 1 mile away. Club Moativation also has a sauna, gym and steam room and the Isis Beauty Salon. The Crown Plaza also has a bar, a restaurant with river view, and impressive meeting facilities. Each bedroom has air conditioning, 24-hour room service and a view over the city centre or the river. |
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Argyll Hotel
This traditional family-run hotel is 800 metres from the SECC and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. It has free Wi-Fi, free parking, good-value food and en suite rooms. The Argyll Hotel is on Sauchiehall Street, opposite, Kelvingrove Park and less than a mile (1.6 km) west of Glasgow city centre. The M8 motorway, the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) and the Exhibition Centre Rail Station are just a short walk away. The rooms are individually decorated and have hairdryers, tea/coffee and TVs with Freeview digital channels. |
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