THE first CGI images of a highly anticipated city centre hotel have been released.
The 245-room AC by Marriott will bring the former Parish Halls on the edge of George Square back to life and is expected to open in October this year.
The development is inspired by the city's history and architecture and includes the revitalisation of the 120-year-old A-listed building into 22 'heritage' suites with sensitively restored period features, larger living areas and rarely seen aspects of the neighbouring City Chambers.
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A prominent feature of the reimagined Victorian sandstone building is a stained glass window depicting Glasgow's famous coat of arms which is inspired by the legend of St Mungo.
The new-build section of the hotel, which fills an 80-year-old gap site on the corner of George Street and John Street, boasts impressive views from the upper floor over the city centre.
The hotel will feature the AC Lounge which is a multi-function space with seating areas and a bar and it adjoins the AC Library, a bright and contemporary working space.
The hotel also includes a 24-hour gym with state-of-the-art equipment, yoga facilities and free weights and a restaurant open to guests and the public.
Newly released CGI images show what the bedrooms and the Heritage Suites will look like, as well as the AC Library, reception and the stained glass window.
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Craig Munro, general manager at AC by Marriott Glasgow, which will be run by RBH Hospitality Management, said: "With world-class events, venues, and attractions, Glasgow is one of the most talked about destinations around, and that creates the perfect backdrop to bring AC by Marriott to Scotland’s largest city.
"We want AC by Marriott Glasgow to be the first choice when people come to visit Glasgow to work, play or stay, and weaving the city’s history into the fabric of the hotel is central to that.
"The hotel will breathe new life into part of the city’s past, present, and future and help inject energy and vibrancy into a city centre that’s undergoing an exciting transformation."
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