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The Social Hub in Glasgow has unveiled its new Signature Rooms, a new premium room category for travellers.
Each of the 193.75 ft² Signature Room features a lounge and sitting area, bespoke furnishings, and a “spacious” bathroom complete with rain shower and luxury Zenology toiletries.
Glasgow is only the second city in the group’s European portfolio – after its maiden hotel in Amsterdam – to debut the new room category.
One year after opening its doors, The Social Hub Glasgow is celebrating a landmark 12 months as one of the city’s most dynamic venues. Since launching in April 2024, the hybrid hospitality destination has booked more than 76,000 room nights and welcomed over 65,000 attendees to more than 2,300 events, including fixtures in the Glasgow International Comedy and Film Festivals.
Last month, it also reached full capacity in its coworking spaces, with a waitlist now in place as demand grows from some of Glasgow’s most exciting businesses.
Ben McLeod, general manager at The Social Hub Glasgow, said: “Glasgow has truly embraced our hybrid hospitality concept – we’re incredibly proud to have become a thriving hub for creativity, collaboration, and culture. The response in year one has surpassed even our wildest expectations.
“The Social Hub is all about community – that’s what has made this first year so special. Whether it’s guests, coworkers, or locals using the space, there’s a real mix every day – festivals, films, kitchen takeovers, outdoor markets. We’re always looking to evolve and improve. The launch of our Signature Rooms – beautiful spaces that combine elevated design and premium amenities – is another step forward in our journey.”
The hotel is also planning to open a rooftop bar and restaurant, along with further expansion of the venue’s events programme and partnerships with partners including Glasgow Pride, Park Lane Market, Merchant City Festival, and the Glasgow International Comedy Festival.
The venue sits at the heart of the £90m regeneration of Candleriggs Square: built on a long-vacant site in the Merchant City, the 494-room, 20,000-square-metre hub combines hotel, student, and extended-stay accommodation with co-working, event, and community spaces.
Founded by Edinburgh-born Charlie MacGregor in 2003, Glasgow marked The Social Hub’s first UK launch – and following its success, the group is actively exploring further UK expansion with cities like Edinburgh and London in its sights.
Founder Charlie MacGregor said: “Coming from Edinburgh, launching in the UK was something we had planned for a long time. The success in Glasgow has only strengthened our belief in the potential to grow this unique social impact driven business model across the country. We’re actively looking for new sites – and I look forward to announcing plans for the next UK Social Hub very soon… and yes Edinburgh is on top of the wish list!”
