Hotels for Rangers vs Celtic

Few fixtures carry the weight of this one. Bragging rights, table position and generations of family history all ride on ninety minutes, and both sets of supporters travel in numbers regardless of league form elsewhere. A New Year derby sharpens the edge further, coming so soon after the festive fixtures and often landing with the title race already taking shape. Expect a full house, a noisy build-up around the ground for hours beforehand, and a result that gets talked about long after the final whistle.

Rangers' grand home in the Govan area on Glasgow's south side, Ibrox is a historic and imposing stadium with one of British football's most storied atmospheres. The surrounding district is traditional and working, with the regenerated riverside and the city centre a short journey away. The Glasgow Subway stops right at Ibrox, linking directly into the centre in minutes. Staying centrally lets you enjoy Glasgow's celebrated nightlife and reach the ground on the subway, avoiding the matchday roads entirely.