AC Hotel Glasgow to redevelop Collectors Hall into event space

AC Hotel Glasgow has revealed plans to transform a historic Victorian Collectors Hall in the city centre into an event space as part of the ongoing £100m Love Loan development.

The multi-million-pound restoration of the A-listed Collectors Hall will form part of the 240+ room AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow, on George Street, and it is expected to open next summer.

The new events space will be “sensitively” restored, with period features retained wherever possible, which designers say will “seamlessly blend historic charm with modern elegance”.

Housed within the historic former Parish Halls building off George Square, The Collectors Hall will offer a space accommodating 120 seated guests and 200 standing. Designed to host a diverse range of events – including weddings, charity galas, exhibitions, product launches, and private dining experiences – it will introduce a new destination for both local and international clientele. 

The venue will feature a dedicated private entrance on George Street, state-of-the-art AV and lighting facilities, a canopied courtyard offering an “outdoor feel” within an enclosed space, an exclusive bar, cloakroom, and restrooms, as well as a private dining space for up to 14 guests. Its showpiece will be a glazed canopy over the main hall. 

The Collectors Hall carries historical significance in Glasgow, originally serving as a venue where Glaswegians in need would seek financial help from the church in the 1900s. 

Craig Munro, general manager of AC Hotel Glasgow, said: “The Collectors Hall is an extraordinary space, rich in Glasgow’s history that has lain dormant for some time. We’re bringing it back to life as a premier venue for everything from corporate events to weddings, product launches to film premieres. With its unique heritage, world-class facilities, and premium accommodation on-site, it’s unlike anything else in the city.

“Restoration and preservation of some of Glasgow’s history have been central to AC Hotel Glasgow, and this project is about more than just creating an events space, it’s about celebrating Glasgow’s heritage while delivering a first-class venue. From weddings in a grand historic setting to exclusive corporate events, it could easily become one of Scotland’s most sought-after venues.” 

The Collectors Hall is expected to host more than 200 events annually, generating 20-30 new jobs across hospitality and culinary roles. In addition, a brand-new kitchen is also being developed under the leadership of executive chef John-Paul Giraud. 

Munro added: “We see this as an opportunity for AC Hotel Glasgow and the city as a whole. There’s nothing else like this – a historic event space with luxury accommodation attached. It strengthens Glasgow’s ability to host world-class events and enhances its global appeal, and that’s something to get excited about.”