After a long day at work on Friday, Dean and I were more than looking forward to our overnight. Check in was at 3 however we didn't check in till 6 due to work. Approaching the hotel in the car, it's stunning! A great building and piece of architecture. The hotel offers valet service but with us being a little bit later than planned, we parked outside the hotel. There are plenty of spaces if you don't want to take the valet service which is great if you are driving. If you are arriving by train, both Queen Street and Central Station are about a half mile walk, if that's not for you, you can hop in a taxi! The reception area is the first thing you see inside a hotel and the Blythswood is perfectly chic. They have two velvet seating caves which I was just obsessed with - amazing!! Service with a smile at the desk as we waited a few moments for our room key.
We were staying in a superior room which ticked all the boxes; cosy, modern and had every amenity you need. We were greeted in the most warmest manner with this little sweet tray and message. It was a little gesture which was priceless, it set us up for the amazing night ahead of us. I loved the set up of the room, seating at the front of the bed, plenty of storage room for longer stays, flat screen and a well packed mini fridge. The bed was a dream, unbelievably soft and feathery. The bathroom was floor to wall marble - obsessed! Some hotels offer you bath with a shower above or sometimes just one or the other. The Blythswood lived up to its 5 star rating and had both as well as a vanity area with every necessity. The room was faultless in every way. The only thing we had a small issue with was trying to work the air con which we really should have asked about so that's a fault on our part. Stunning room!
We had a reservation in the restaurant for 7.30. Another warm welcome upon arriving and led straight to our table. We had a spacious booth which we loved, big but very intimate. The restaurants general mood was chic and elegant. In view of the cocktail bar and the staff making them adds modern edge. We had water along with a choice of bread and butter whilst our drinks were being made. Being the low key queen I am(lol) I asked for a bahama mama, a cocktail which wasn't on the list but the staff went out their way to make one up for me. Situations like that really make you feel special and the staff went above and beyond to make sure we both felt that way. After ordering our starters, we were brought over amuse bouche. Imacculately presented and equally as tastey. I oredered the Blythswood prawn cocktail and Dean had scallops with tiny chicken wings which were delicious! For my main I had stake fritties with pepercorn sauce - medium well. Dean had the fillet with chips and honey veg - medium. Both dishes were simply amazing - so amazing that we had no room for desert. Overall, the restraunt exceeded itself, a different class! Special mention to the restraunt manager Steven for his flawless hospitality, true professionalism.
We decided to finish off the night in the hotel bar 'The Salon'. With a winding staircase leading up to this hip bar, the 5 star class shines through. Again, intimate seating which we both loved and outstanding service. We had two complimentary glasses of fizz and decided to get a little experimental with our drinks. Other than when were at tgi's, we aren't familiar with cockatails. The staff paid attention to detail to find out what we like, what type of flavours and were able to offer what they thought we would have liked. Great suggestions which were warmly received, not so much by our heads the following morning...
Having ordered our breakfast the night before, it arrived right on time at 9am. Looking back at these pictures make me feel hungry, it was scrumptious. You can go downstairs to the breakfast buffet, but we much prefer our home comforts and nestled on the seats at the bottom of the bed - cheers!
After breakfast we got into our swimming attire and headed to the award winning spa. The reception was so serene, we couldn't wait to try the thermal experience. With different rooms to take your body through a whirlwind of temperatures and awaken your senses, I can't think of a better way to start off the day. If I could do this everyday I would, it was the best thing about our stay. We both left so relaxed and energized, the perfect end to a magnificent stay. I'd like to add how clean the spa is, there wasn't a single bit that was anyway dirty.
I would highly recommend this hotel to everyone. It has something for everyone and in great location in Glasgow. In the ever changing and popular City of Glasgow, this hotel is a hotspot and quite rightly. The Salon bar alone hosts a bustle of people at weekends. With the hotels popularity, if I had to con anything it would be the lifts - due to its popularity you could wait a few minutes unless you take the stairs which is much easier. But if that is the only con because of how busy it is, it is totally etched out. Flawless start to finish! I know some of my readers are coming to Glasgow for certain Hydro concerts, just to make you aware, this hotel offers dinner and a bus to and from your concert for £25 which I'm completely blown away with. A fantastic price for the quality of food you receive believe me. I'd like to thank Fiona for looking after us and the high standard of professionalism she gave us, you are a star!!
Well guys there you have it, for everyone that was interested, check out the website for anything further you would like to know. Trust me, you will be more than looked after at this hotel! I will be back later on in the week with a new post but for now, have a great day! Until next time..
Kx
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