The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection - Edinburgh
55.956695, -3.185676Overview
5-star boutique hotel behind a 172-year-old church facade with a 2-acre roof garden
Roof Garden & Historic Setting
The Glasshouse is set behind the historic facade of 172-year-old Lady Glenorchy Church. The hotel offers a 2-acre roof garden with seating and views over Calton Hill. This property was voted Edinburgh's Most Romantic Hotel at the Scottish Hotel Awards 2018.
Accommodations
Each bedroom at The Glasshouse Edinburgh has floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the roof terrace or the city center. Most bedrooms offer a balcony or private seating within the roof garden. Bathrooms include Highland Aromatics toiletries, and rooms come with a Nespresso coffee maker and a free newspaper.
Dining & Whisky Bar
Breakfast in The Brasserie offers full Scottish or continental options with a backdrop over Calton Hill. The Snug Lounge and Rooftop Garden feature a selection of nearly 100 different whiskies. Guests receive complimentary Prosecco upon arrival.
Location & Transportation
The Glasshouse hotel is a short walk from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and York Place Tram Stop. The tram stop offers direct connection to Edinburgh Airport. The Royal Mile and Princes Street restaurants are reachable in 5 minutes on foot, and Edinburgh Castle is 1 mile away.
Services & Event Spaces
The hotel provides customizable event spaces for weddings and meetings, a feature not typical in other hotels. Concierge services include personalized guest assistance tailored to special occasions. The property also offers car hire, bicycle rental, and accessible parking.
- Roof Garden: 2-acre terrace with Calton Hill views
- Whisky Selection: Nearly 100 whiskies in Snug Lounge and Rooftop Garden
- Complimentary Prosecco: Offered to all guests upon arrival
- Location: 5-minute walk to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle
- Awards: Voted Edinburgh's Most Romantic Hotel 2018
- Transport: Direct tram to Edinburgh Airport from York Place stop
- Rooms: Floor-to-ceiling windows with balcony or private garden seating
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Garden view
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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City view
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Handicap parking
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
Room view
- Garden view
- City view
- Courtyard view
- Hill view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection
| 💵 Lowest room price | 231 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 8.9 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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