The Glasgow School of Art and our residential accomodation is located in Glasgow city centre, with a host of theatres, bars, galleries, museums, restaurants and excellent shopping on your doorstep.  Our central locatation provides the best base for your visit the Glasgow - Scotland's largest and most vibrant cities - Glasgow today is a modern, cosmopolitian European city.

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How do I book accommodation?

To book simply email or telephone: MargaretMacdonaldHouse@gsa.ac.uk or 0141 331 1261. After we have received your email or telephone enquiry we will make a provisional booking for you. You should note that bookings can only be confirmed when we receive full payment for rooms booked. If you require to make a last minute booking you can do so by telephone but again a booking will only be taken when details of credit or debit card are given over.

What is your cancellation policy?

Advance bookings should be confirmed by full payment 2 weeks before arrival. Bookings made within 2 weeks of arrival will only be taken when receiving card payment with booking details. Full refunds are given when bookings are cancelled more than 2 weeks before arrival. There after: 7-13 days notice = 75% refund, 4-7 days notice = 50% refund, no notice/cancellation within 4 days or no show = NO REFUND.

When can I arrive?

Open times for arrivals: Seven days per week - 2pm to 8pm. Later arrivals by arrangement only.

How do I find the accommodation?

A map showing the GSA campus and directions is available on our web site. Check-in and key collection for all guests is Residential Accommodation Office, 89 Buccleuch Street, Glasgow, G3 6QT. (This office is within Margaret Macdonald House.)

Do you have a car park?

Yes. Our halls car park is located at Margaret Macdonald House. Guests on both accommodation sites are welcome to use this parking. Entrance is by arrangement through Accommodation Office due to electric gate. The entrance is via an underpass so there is a height restriction of 7ft/2.14m.

Are you centrally located in the city?

Yes - our city centre location is ideal for getting around and about Glasgow and the cities visitor attractions, public transport and shopping.

Is the accommodation safe and secure?

Yes - each block, flat and bedroom doors have a key, which you have the key to. We also have Campus Security that can be contacted in an emergency.

What does the cost of the accommodation include?

Ben linen and VAT

What is not provided that I should bring with me?

Towels, radio/alarm clock and hairdryer for personal use, food and drink for the start of your stay - there are many convenience stores locally but these can prove expensive. Supermarkets may have closed if you are arriving late or on a Sunday. Cupboards, fridges and freezers are available in the kitchens for storage.

Is student accommodation a good idea for holiday accommodation?

Student accommodation offers limited facilities in rooms and the accommodation style reflects the first purpose for which it is intended but the price reflects great value for money.

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