The Burnside Hotel

Glasgow 55.81612500, -4.19804900 , East Kilbride Road (Show on Map)
8.2
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Summary of reviewsThe Burnside Hotel enjoys a prime location, just a few minutes' walk from Burnside Station and close to various local amenities, shops, cafes and Hampden Park. Its proximity to bus stops, the M74 and ample car parking make it highly convenient for both public transport users and drivers. Guests find the hotel ideally situated for exploring the area or attending local functions and events.

Breakfast at The Burnside Hotel receives mostly positive feedback, often described as excellent with many enjoying the traditional Scottish breakfast. Priced affordably at £8.95, it offers good value for money. While some guests mention limited options or occasional lapses in service, the variety and quality generally leave guests satisfied.

The dining experience extends beyond breakfast with the hotel's restaurant and bar receiving high praise for quality food and a pleasant atmosphere. Guests describe their meals as tasty and satisfying with highlights such as Sunday lunch and the curry of the day, Bunha, standing out. The inclusion of gluten-free options and cocktails contributes to a memorable culinary visit.

Guests are impressed with the room cleanliness, comfort and decoration. Spacious bathrooms with walk-in showers add to the comfort. While some rooms show signs of wear, the refurbished ones are appealing. Occasional complaints about room size and lack of bathroom shelving do not overshadow the positive general impression of cleanliness and comfort.

The entire hotel, including the bar area, is noted for its exceptional cleanliness with diligent staff ensuring a well-maintained environment. Guests appreciate the spotless rooms and bathrooms, reinforcing the hotel's reputation for high standards of cleanliness.

Staff at The Burnside Hotel are frequently described as friendly, helpful and professional. They provide a welcoming atmosphere and efficient service, contributing significantly to the overall positive experience. While one critique pointed out a lapse in management responsiveness, the majority of feedback highlights the staff's commitment to guest satisfaction.

Opinions on the beds are varied. Many guests find them spacious and comfortable, contributing to restful nights. However, some report issues with lumpy or noisy mattresses, indicating room for improvement in bed comfort.

The hotel is well-regarded for its accessibility, particularly for wheelchair users and guests with mobility issues. Ground floor rooms and accessible facilities in the bar and restaurant add to the convenience. Despite one note about the nearby train station's accessibility, the hotel's layout and staff support create a positive experience for guests with disabilities.

Overall, The Burnside Hotel offers a comfortable and convenient stay with excellent food, diligent staff and good value for money.
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Room Types
Single Room With free Wi-Fi, this room also includes an en suite bathroom and a digital TV with radio facilities. In room tea and coffee as well as ironing facilities are included.

Executive Double or Twin Room The twin/double room offers a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room features heating. The unit offers 2 beds.

Guest Reviews
8.2
Very Good
Location
The Burnside Hotel is situated in a prime location that guests find extremely convenient for both public transport and local amenities. It's just a few minutes' walk from Burnside Station, providing easy access to Glasgow Central and other points of interest. Many reviews highlight the proximity to a bus stop and the quick access to the M74, making it simple to navigate to various destinations. This hotel is also notably close to Hampden Park, a bonus for those attending events there. The property is nestled in a nice residential area with plenty of shops, cafes and even a Tesco within easy walking distance. For those driving, there’s ample car parking available. Guests have expressed that the location is ideal for their needs, whether staying for a function, visiting family or just exploring the area. Overall, the Burnside Hotel offers great value with its excellent location and good transport connections.

Breakfast
The Burnside Hotel has garnered a variety of opinions regarding its breakfast offerings, but the overall sentiment from guests leans positively. Many guests have praised the breakfast for its quality, describing it as very good, excellent and even first class. The traditional Scottish breakfast is a highlight for some, adding a regional touch that guests seem to appreciate. The variety and selection of foods available have been noted as good with the service often highlighted as excellent as well.

Affordable pricing is another plus with several guests pointing out the good value for money. At £8.95, the breakfast provides a substantial meal that leaves guests satisfied. Specific dishes, such as poached eggs on toast, get individual mentions, indicating that the menu caters well to different tastes.

However, there are areas for improvement. Some guests felt the breakfast options were limited or unavailable and there have been mentions of the breakfast service being lacking on occasion. Despite these points, the frequent mentions of a lovely, competitively priced breakfast suggest that for many, the morning meal at The Burnside Hotel is a great start to the day.

Dinner
The Burnside Hotel offers a delightful dining experience, as reflected in numerous guest reviews. The restaurant and bar both stand out with many patrons praising the excellent quality of the food. Guests consistently describe their meals using terms like good, tasty, lovely and amazing. The Sunday lunch menu, in particular, seems to impress and there is a notable mention of a delicious curry of the day, a Bunha.

Lunch and dinner receive high marks with highlights being the excellent breakfast options and good variety, including gluten-free choices. Cocktails at the restaurant and the lively bar area also add to the overall positive dining atmosphere. The warm and friendly ambiance of both the bar and the restaurant contributes significantly to the dining experience. Overall, the Burnside Hotel excels in providing a memorable and satisfying culinary visit.

Rooms
The Burnside Hotel impresses with its cleanliness, as numerous guests have noted the exceptionally clean and tidy rooms. The bathrooms particularly stand out for their spaciousness and the inclusion of walk-in showers, adding an extra touch of comfort. The rooms are generally described as comfortable and nicely decorated, which contributes to a welcoming atmosphere. Guests also appreciate the convenience of ground floor rooms, particularly for those with mobility issues.

However, a few areas could use some improvement. Some rooms appear to be a bit dated and show signs of wear, such as torn wallpaper and a large burn mark from an iron. Occasionally, rooms feel cramped and a few guests pointed out the lack of shelving in the bathrooms for personal items. Despite these minor issues, many rooms have been refurbished and present a fresh and appealing look.

On balance, most guests find the room sizes satisfactory and well-appointed and they commend the hotel’s efforts to maintain a high standard of cleanliness. While some improvements could enhance the experience further, the overall impression is one of a clean, comfortable and convenient stay.

Beds
Guests at The Burnside Hotel have shared varied experiences regarding the comfort of the beds. Many appreciated the spacious and notably comfortable beds, often mentioning that the beds were a good size and very comfortable. A number of guests specifically highlighted the beds as being firm and comfortable, contributing to a restful night.

However, not all experiences were positive. Some reviews noted issues such as the beds being lumpy or noisy, which detracted from their comfort. There were also comments about the mattresses being less than ideal with descriptions such as "not the most comfy" and "quite uncomfortable."

Overall, while a significant portion of guests found the beds to be a highlight of their stay, there were occasional concerns about bed comfort and noise.

Cleanliness
The Burnside Hotel consistently impresses guests with its exceptional standards of cleanliness. Visitors highlight the spotless and immaculate rooms, as well as the well-maintained bathrooms. The entire hotel, including the bar area, is praised for being very clean and tidy. The staff, described as extremely helpful and clean, contribute to the overall positive experience through their diligent efforts, ensuring rooms are serviced daily. Guests also appreciate the hotel's pleasant facilities, good showers and tasteful decor. The Scottish breakfast delights many, adding to the overall pleasant stay. The hotel not only meets but often exceeds expectations in terms of cleanliness and value, making it a recommended choice for travelers seeking a clean and comfortable stay.

Staff
The Burnside Hotel has garnered much praise for its staff, who are consistently described as friendly, helpful and welcoming. Guests highlight the staff's professionalism and attentiveness, often going out of their way to assist with any needs or requests. Many reviews mention the welcoming environment in which staff members never pass without saying hello and even minor inconveniences are handled efficiently. Both the check-in process and overall service receive high marks with prompt and courteous attention from the staff noted frequently. The overall experience is complemented by staff who are described as amazing, super helpful and polite. While the manager's responsiveness did receive a critique, the vast majority of feedback underscores the staff's commitment to ensuring a pleasant stay for guests, making The Burnside Hotel a recommended choice for a tranquil retreat, especially for those seeking excellent service.

Accessible
The Burnside Hotel has been highly regarded for its accommodations for guests with disabilities. Reviews highlight that the hotel is wheelchair-friendly with excellent accessibility for wheelchair users. The accessible rooms and bar/restaurant add to the convenience and the helpful desk staff further enhance the experience for guests with specific needs. The ground floor rooms, in particular, have been praised for suiting guests with mobility issues, including those who are blind. The overall hotel layout supports easy navigation and it is conveniently accessible by public transportation. While one review noted a lack of a disabled entrance to the nearby train station, the hotel's accessibility features largely received positive feedback.


No, The Burnside Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Burnside Hotel.

No, The Burnside Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at The Burnside Hotel.

No, The Burnside Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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