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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Dog-friendly city hotel crowned best in Scotland
It's only been open a couple of years and is already a firm favourite with travellers. REX AND THE CITY Dog-friendly city hotel crowned best in Scotland Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IF you're looking for a brilliant base for a staycation where you can take your four-legged family member, then look no further than Glasgow's Sandman Signature hotel. Not only did it walk away with the prestigious title of 'Scotland's Best City Hotel' at the a recent tourism Oscars, it was also Highly Commended in the Best Pet Friendly Hotel category. 6 Dogs are welcome at the Sandman Signature in Glasgow 6 The award-winning hotel is located near Glasgow's Charing Cross 6 Furry feline family members are also welcome The honours came when tourist destinations across the country were presented with gongs at a lavish ceremony. The 8th annual Prestige Scottish Hotel Awards, held in Glasgow's Doubletree Hotel, saw everything from luxury resorts to self-catering stars gain recognition for their customer service and facilities. The 4* Sandman Signature in Glasgow walked away with the title at the Innis and Gunn sponsored awards. The stylish city-centre hotel opened in summer 2023 on West George Street and quickly won popularity with guests and their four-legged companions. The awards, voted for by the public and judged by a panel of industry experts, celebrate excellence across Scotland's hospitality industry. 6 Bedrooms are spacious and dog-friendly 6 The CHOP bar and grill is a city fav Inga Gadisauskaite, General Manager at Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel, said: 'Winning Scotland's Best City Hotel is a fantastic recognition of everything we've built here in two years. 'We're incredibly proud of our team, who bring energy, warmth and a genuine Glasgow welcome to every guest. 'It also shows just how much Glasgow's city-centre hospitality scene is thriving. Being recognised in the pet friendly category was the icing on the cake and shows we're delivering on our promise to create a welcoming space for everyone - paws and all.' Part of the Canadian-based Sandman Hotel Group, the Glasgow property is one of four Sandman hotels in the UK. Located in Glasgow's iconic Pegasus House building, renovated over a period of four years, the hotel has 179 rooms set across ten floors, a fitness centre and popular on-site steakhouse and bar CHOP Grill & Bar. Global Airlines Take-Off Warren Paul, who runs the awards, says the calibre of the finalists was incredible. He said: 'They're all the very best operators in Scotland, delivering amazing service and much- needed escape from the rigours of modern life. 'We all need time out to rest, recover, recharge – especially right now – so our world-class, in fact world-beating hospitality industry should be celebrated and shouted from the rooftops. 'I really wish the powers that be would support and help the hard-working people who give up their weekends, days and nights to offer the rest of us all sorts of amazing breaks and escapes. 'Whatever you want to do, you can find it in Scotland – and here tonight. From the perfect wedding hotel to the most incredible hotel bar in the heart of Glasgow's music city, country retreats, island hotels, bustling city breaks, cosy retreats for private rental, all of it. 'We have it all, Scotland really is special and the offerings in this trade are stellar.' 6 Warren Paul and Des Clarke with the Awards Finalists from all over Scotland attended the ceremony which was hosted by Des Clarke. The best golf hotel was revealed as was the best value hotel in the country.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Luxury Glasgow hotel named Scotland's best city hotel at prestigious awards
The hotel only opened its doors in Glasgow city centre in 2023 but has been praised by members of the public and expert judges alike. A luxury hotel in the heart of Glasgow is celebrating a major industry accolade after being crowned Scotland's Best City Hotel at the 2025 Prestige Scottish Hotel Awards. Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel, which opened its doors in summer 2023 on West George Street, took home the top honour at the eighth annual event, which recognises excellence across Scotland's hospitality sector. Despite only being a part of Scotland's biggest city for two years, the 179-room spot has been praised by punters and industry experts alike. The public-voted awards, backed by a panel of judges, highlighted outstanding service and guest experience from across the country. In addition to its win as Best City Hotel, the four-star Sandman was also Highly Commended in the Best Pet Friendly Hotel category, a nod to its warm welcome for guests travelling with their furry companions. The hotel shared the news with its followers on social media, writing: 'We're overjoyed to announce that Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel has been named Scotland's Best City Hotel at the 8th Annual Scottish Hotel Awards 2025! "This prestigious recognition is a testament to the dedication, passion, and hard work of our incredible team. "We extend our heartfelt thanks to our staff and everyone who contributed to this achievement. Here's to delivering exceptional experiences in the heart of Glasgow!' In another celebratory post the hotel said: 'Thank you once again to everyone who contributed to this incredible achievement. We're immensely proud and grateful for the unwavering support and dedication that made this award possible.' Part of the Canadian-owned Sandman Hotel Group, the Glasgow property is the brand's fourth in the UK, alongside Aberdeen, Newcastle, and London Gatwick. The Glasgow site has quickly made its mark. Set within the iconic Pegasus House, the hotel underwent a four-year transformation before opening. Today, it features 179 stylish rooms spread across ten floors, with modern touches and premium facilities designed for both business and leisure travellers. Guests can enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service, a well-equipped fitness centre, and two event spaces. It's also home to the popular on-site restaurant CHOP Grill & Bar, a sleek steakhouse and bar that's become a hit with both hotel guests and locals alike. Conveniently located on the west side of the city centre, the hotel is just a 15-minute walk from Glasgow Central station, making it a perfect base for exploring the city or commuting for business. Meanwhile, other winners at the prestigious ceremony included two Ayrshire-based hotels under the SimpsInns group. The Gailes Hotel & Spa in Irvine scooped the award for Scotland's Best Spa and Golf Hotel 2025, with judges praising its 'exceptional facilities and service'. The Waterside Hotel in West Kilbride also received recognition, being Highly Commended in the competitive four-star category. The Prestige Hotel Awards continue to shine a spotlight on the best of Scotland's hotel scene, with over 500 hotels and hospitality businesses participating across the country.
Glasgow Times
27-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Plush Glasgow hotel named 'Scotland's Best City Hotel'
The Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel is celebrating a major win after being crowned the best city hotel in the country at the 8th annual Prestige Scottish Hotel Awards. The stylish four-star venue, which opened in Summer 2023, is located on West George Street in the city centre. At the event, the hotel was also highly commended in the Best Pet-Friendly Hotel category. READ MORE: 'Large' Glasgow city centre coffee shop hits the market READ MORE: Popular restaurant in Glasgow on the hunt for new owner (Image: Supplied)Part of the Canadian-based Sandman Hotel Group, the Glasgow property is one of four Sandman hotels in the UK. It is located in the city's iconic Pegasus House building and has 179 rooms set across ten floors. Inga Gadisauskaite, General Manager at Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel, said: "Winning Scotland's Best City Hotel is a fantastic recognition of everything we've built here in two years. "We're incredibly proud of our team, who bring energy, warmth and a genuine Glasgow welcome to every guest. "It also shows just how much Glasgow's city-centre hospitality scene is thriving. "Being recognised in the pet-friendly category was the icing on the cake and shows we're delivering on our promise to create a welcoming space for everyone - paws and all."
