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Chrysalis Apartment By Principal Apartments

A self-catering two-bedroom apartment in Glasgow's Merchant City, close to George Square and major transport links.

  • Central Glasgow location near George Square
  • Self-catering with full kitchen amenities
  • High guest ratings for rooms and value
9 Perfect 113 reviews Booking.com 9 · 113 reviews

About

Chrysalis Apartment By Principal Apartments

Chrysalis Apartment By Principal Apartments is part of the 7-room Principal Apartments - Merchant City, located in a residential area of Glasgow. The apartment lies within a 12-minute walk of Glasgow Cathedral and about a 20-minute walk from McLellan Galleries. Guests have access to Wi-Fi for both business and leisure.

This self-catering accommodation offers a two-bedroom apartment with either two single beds or one queen-size bed, a shower and bathtub, and a coffee machine. The property includes a lift, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities, a washing machine, an electric kettle, a dryer, and cookware and kitchen utensils. Cots are available for families.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Excellent location — Guests consistently praised the central setting, close to George Square, Glasgow Green, shops, restaurants, and transport hubs.
  • Outstanding staff — Staff described as helpful, welcoming, and quick to resolve any issues, with particular mention of Ronnie.
  • Spacious and well-equipped — Guests appreciated the large rooms and the self-catering facilities, including a full kitchen and nearby supermarket.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Check-in limited to 15:00–21:00 — Arrivals outside this window may need to arrange alternative check-in, which could be inconvenient for late flights.
  • No pets allowed — Travellers with pets cannot be accommodated at this property.
  • Some minor teething issues — A few guests noted initial problems, though they were quickly resolved by staff.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Two-bedroom Apartment 53 Hutcheson Street

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift

Kitchen

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Coffee machine

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Ironing facilities

Family

  • Cots

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

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Perfect 113 reviews

Guest-rated 9/10 from 113 reviews

Booking.com · 9 · 113 reviews
9Verified guest

“The location was great for sightseeing and close to major transport hubs, and the staff were accommodating and polite.”

9Verified guest

“The double bed was comfortable and the view from the apartment was excellent. The location was fantastic, close to everything you need, including Glasgow Green, a supermarket, and various restaurants.”

9Verified guest

“Overall, the experience was perfect 10/10. The staff were helpful and assisted us with everything. We got a huge room with smoke detectors, and there was a good restaurant on the way.”

9Verified guest

“Very easy place in every aspect. Views of the sky, polite staff, and plenty of activities.”

9Verified guest

“The staff here are excellent and very friendly, the location is quiet, and there is easy access to a park filled with monuments.”

9Verified guest

“Nice large apartment near everything. There were a few teething problems, but Ronnie was more than happy to sort them out quickly. We will be back.”

04 — Location

Getting around Glasgow

The property sits in Glasgow.

Glasgow Cathedral: A 12-minute walk from the apartment, this historic cathedral is a key landmark.

McLellan Galleries: Approximately a 20-minute walk away, this gallery is a cultural attraction in the city.

George Square: Just around the corner, this central square is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and transport links.

53 Hutcheson Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 5QN, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-21:00
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
7 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is by 11:00.

Are pets allowed at the apartment?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Is smoking permitted on site?

No, there is no smoking on site.

What kitchen amenities are provided?

The apartment includes tea and coffee facilities, an electric kettle, cookware and kitchen utensils, a washing machine, a dryer, and a coffee machine in the room.

Is parking available?

The input does not specify parking availability. Some guests mentioned using a basement for parking, but it is not confirmed in the official policies.

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The bottom line

A well-located, spacious apartment with strong guest ratings, ideal for travellers wanting a self-catering base in Glasgow's Merchant City.

9Recommended for its central location and high service standards.

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