Voco Grand Central named as Scotland’s top conference hotel

Glasgow city-centre’s voco Grand Central Hotel has been named as Scotland’s Leading Conference Hotel at the 2025 World Travel Awards, bolstering its status as one of the country’s premier event destinations.

Located directly beside Glasgow Central Station, the historic hotel received the accolade at the 32nd Annual World Travel Awards, in recognition of its ‘excellence in conference facilities, service, and overall guest experience’.

Grand Central has reportedly enjoyed a record-breaking year, hosting conference and banqueting events for approximately 15,000 delegates from across the UK, at events ranging from national awards ceremonies and corporate conferences to business lunches and charity galas.

Organisations accommodated included the Hospitality Industry Trust Scotland, Women’s Enterprise Scotland, Network Rail, Rolls-Royce, and the University of Strathclyde.

Following a multi-million-pound refurbishment and rebrand in 2021, voco Grand Central Hotel’s meeting and events spaces were transformed to blend its Queen Anne architecture with modern technology and contemporary design.

The hotel now offers eight distinctive meeting and event spaces, catering for everything from intimate board meetings to large-scale conferences.

Its flagship – The Grand Ballroom – is one of Glasgow’s most striking event venues, combining historic architectural features, 21st-century comfort, and abundant natural light.

The hotel also boasts a ‘Conscious Connections’ sustainability package for its events, which plants one tree for every ten delegates and includes unlimited tea, coffee, fresh fruit, and a sustainably sourced lunch.

Hotel manager at voco Grand Central Hotel, Marcello Ventisei, said: “This award is a true testament to the passion and dedication of our incredible team.

“They work tirelessly to ensure every conference and event runs seamlessly, while helping our clients bring their vision to life.

“We have invested significantly in creating exceptional spaces that honour the rich history of this iconic hotel, while offering all the modern amenities today’s events demand,” said Ventisei.

“With our unrivalled location adjoining Glasgow Central Station, guests can travel with ease from across the UK, and our art deco interiors and grand architecture provide a truly unforgettable atmosphere.”

Chief Executive of HIT Scotland, David Cochrane, added: “Congratulations to voco Grand Central Hotel on this well-deserved award. We have hosted our Talent Conference at the hotel for several years now, and the experience has always been exceptional.

“The facilities are fantastic, the catering is excellent, and the professionalism and warmth of the staff are truly top class.

“Combined with its city-centre location and unrivalled transport links, voco Grand Central is an outstanding venue for conferences and business events in Scotland.”