Glasgow’s first major four-star hotel has scooped a top industry prize after it was crowned Best Hotel Renovation at the 2026 Prestige Hotel Awards following a multi-million-pound makeover of its city-centre landmark.
The award, announced at this year’s ceremony, celebrates The Glasgow Marriott's major refurbishment scheme completed earlier in 2025.
Located in the heart of the city, the hotel has been a fixture of the hospitality scene for more than 40 years, welcoming business guests, conference delegates, sports teams, and tourists from around the world.
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Chris McGuinness, general manager of the Glasgow Marriott Hotel, said: "This award is fantastic recognition for the multi-million-pound investment and transformation that has taken place across the hotel over the past year.
"We wanted to create a hotel that genuinely reflects the energy and character of Glasgow, while also responding to modern guest expectations of a full-service hotel experience.
"It’s something the whole team is incredibly proud of and a great reflection of the great work that continues to happen across the business every day."
The extensive renovation modernised all 303 guest bedrooms and upgraded public spaces.
It also introduced six Junior Suites and 75 Executive Rooms with lounge access.
Leisure and spa facilities were upgraded, alongside the installation of a state-of-the-art gym equipped with Matrix equipment.
The refurbishment aimed to capture the spirit of the city, drawing inspiration from Glasgow’s iconic bridges, street murals and manufacturing heritage.
The project also improved the hotel’s conference and event spaces with enhanced AV capabilities.
The redesign focused on delivering a guest experience that feels both contemporary and rooted in the city’s unique character.
Environmental improvements formed a key part of the upgrade, with the hotel earning Green Key certification and adding EV charging points to support sustainable travel.
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The hotel is centrally located in Glasgow’s financial district, within walking distance of the Scottish Event Campus (SEC), OVO Hydro, and SEC Armadillo, making it an ideal choice for conferences, concerts, and major city events.
It also offers easy access to the city centre, West End, and Glasgow Airport.
More than 500 hospitality professionals attended this year’s awards ceremony, which celebrates excellence across Scotland’s hotel and hospitality sector.
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