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Alba Hostel Glasgow

3.0 star property
Victorian hostel connected to a shopping centre, within easy reach of University of Glasgow

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In Glasgow's vibrant heart, Alba Hostel Glasgow offers a haven of comfort and connection. Enjoy a snack at the deli, unwind in the garden or stay productive with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Second bathroom
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Laundry service
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite (1 bed in 8 bed dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (1 bed in 6 bed dorm) | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Deluxe Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Deluxe Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | View from room

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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฿2,550 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
6 Fifth Avenue, Glasgow, Scotland, G12 0AT

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of St. Luke - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cottiers Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of Glasgow - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Botanic Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Great Western Road - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 26 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 41 min drive
  • Anniesland Station - 2 min walk
  • Jordanhill Station - 10 min walk
  • Kelvindale Station - 16 min walk
  • Airport pickup service

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Morrisons Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Circa - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Esquire House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪WRVS Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Alba Hostel Glasgow

When you stay at Alba Hostel Glasgow, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Glasgow and Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights at this Victorian hostel include a snack bar/deli and a garden.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 3:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site extended parking (GBP 5 per day)
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Free off-site parking nearby
    • Street parking available
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport pick-up (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • In-room safe
  • Shared accommodations

Fee & policy details

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 4 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of GBP 15
  • Late check-in between 10:30 PM and 2:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Extended parking costs GBP 5 per day

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

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Alba Hostel
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Alba Hostel Glasgow Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Does Alba Hostel Glasgow offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Alba Hostel Glasgow does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Alba Hostel Glasgow?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Alba Hostel Glasgow?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Alba Hostel Glasgow?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is GBP 15.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Alba Hostel Glasgow?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Alba Hostel Glasgow?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Alea Glasgow (8-min drive) and Grosvenor Casino Glasgow, Riverboat (8-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Alba Hostel Glasgow and nearby?

Alba Hostel Glasgow has a garden.

Does Alba Hostel Glasgow have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware and a fridge.

What's the area around Alba Hostel Glasgow like?

Alba Hostel Glasgow is in North Glasgow, a short 2-minute walk from Anniesland Station.

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