The Social Hub Glasgow - a hotel that's a home for digital nomads and neighbours alike

The Social Hub Glasgow, 15 Candleriggs Square, Glasgow. Pic: Contributed

It can be difficult to get away for the weekend and truly feel a part of the community you are visiting.

There’s a brand new hotel in the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City that’s looking to do just that for its guests.

But it's hard to even describe it as a hotel - The Social Hub is anything but.

The bar at The Social Hub Glasgow. Pic: Contributed

It’s a trendy hotel, bar, restaurant, shared office space, entertainment venue and student accommodation all rolled into one.

“Learn, stay, work and play - that’s what life at The Social Hub is all about” - and that description sums up the whole concept.

If you want an idea of what The Social Hub is like, think trendy European city hostel - but better.

It's perfect for tourists and digital nomads alike - it’s within walking distance to the bars, clubs, restaurants and tourist attractions in Glasgow city centre, and is less than 15 minutes from the city’s two main train stations.

The roof terrace at The Social Hub, Glasgow. Pic: Contributed

But it’s also brilliant for business trips as well, and is specially designed to make it as easy as possible to get your work done.

Whether it’s a business looking for a base in the city, locals who need a desk away from home, or people visiting for work, The Social hub boasts huge co-working spaces.

There’s plenty of open, communal desk space for individuals and small groups to get together, as well as quieter areas for students to get stuck into their work, and there are larger offices for companies and start-ups looking for a more long-term option.

Almost every single surface has USB and plug sockets meaning you can get on with your work anywhere in the hub, even if it’s propper up at the bar with a cocktail.

One of the bedrooms at The Social Hub Glasgow. Pic: Contributed

Budget or Boutique

This is a good option for an affordable, budget-friendly way of visiting the city - and it has good deals for long-term student accommodation on site as well.

Room Service

A comfy bed, and very stylish with decorative nods to the city of Glasgow, which was a nice added extra.

Breakfast at The Social Hub Glasgow. Pic: Contributed

The hub also offers complimentary Scottish fudge and tablet when you check in to start your stay off on a sweet note.

And like the rest of the hub, there are USB and plug sockets galore in the room itself and there is an on-site laundrette.

Wining and Dining

The Social Hub has a bustling bar and restaurant, which unlike a lot of city hotels is busy and popular at all times with guests, co-workers and locals looking for a tasty bite to eat.

It’s casual dining, with an all-day menu featuring wee plates, sandwich-style dishes, burgers and larger meals.

As a nod to the great city it’s in, there are plenty of Glasgow-specific dishes too for people to try, including haddock pakora, stovie croquettes, pizza crunch and the ‘Glesga fish tea’.

There are large portions, but for those with a sweet tooth the dessert menu is equally as delicious, with cranachan, sticky toffee pudding and snowball sundaes on offer - but the highlight of the puds is the ‘day out at the Barras’ sharing dessert, featuring sugar donuts, Irn Bru gel, dulce de leche, salted peanuts, tablet and candy floss ice cream.

There’s a selection of wine, beer and cocktails to wash it all down with too.

Breakfast at The Social Hub runs from 8am until 11am and is buffet style.

There’s a wide range of options including continental, traditional Scottish, American style and breakfast rolls, with unlimited coffee, tea and juice on offer (and it’s piping hot and freshly prepared).

Worth Getting Out of Bed For

If you’re not there for work, there are plenty of things around the hotel to do - situated in the heart of Glasgow, it’s within walking distance to some of the best bars, restaurants and clubs the city has to offer, including the Merchant City Square.

Known as a stylish neighbourhood, it’s got plenty of arts on offer as well, such as The Glasgow Print Studio, Street Level Photoworks and Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre.

But for those wanting to stay in the hub, there are regular social meet-ups during the day and an entertainment space in the evenings.

Little Extras

The whole hub has a warm family feel to it - the main social area has a pool table, table tennis, books to read and a PlayStation, with loads of space to chill out.

And of course, all these spaces come complete with USB and plug sockets.

There’s also a community gym on-site.

It really does make the place feel like a Social Hub.

Guestbook Comments

An unusual concept, but certainly one that delightfully exceeds expectations.

A friendly, affordable and convenient way to see the city, whether it's for work or play.

Prices

Executive king rooms start from £105 per night, including breakfast.

Flexible memberships for co-working spaces start at £109 a month, or £249 a month for a dedicated desk.

Executive queen rooms for students from 1st September to 31st December are £1,202 a month, including a private bathroom, TV, desk, bed linen and towels, and access to a community kitchen and other facilities in the hub.

The Social Hub Glasgow, 15 Candleriggs Square, Glasgow G1 1TQ, UK, ([phone], www.thesocialhub.co)

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