The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection - Edinburgh
55.956695, -3.185676Overview
5-star boutique hotel built behind a 172-year-old church facade
Rooftop Garden & Whisky Bar
The hotel's 1 hectare roof garden provides outdoor seating with views over Calton Hill and Edinburgh city centre. The Snug Lounge bar offers a selection of nearly 100 different whiskies for guests to sample. This rooftop space also includes barbecue facilities and picnic areas for private use.
Rooms & Suites
Each bedroom at The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection Edinburgh comes with floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the roof terrace or the city. Most bedrooms include a balcony or private seating area within the roof garden. Bathrooms are stocked with Highland Aromatics toiletries, and rooms have Nespresso coffee makers and flat-screen TVs.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast is served in The Brasserie, which offers floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Calton Hill and a choice of Full Scottish or continental options. Guests can also order locally sourced sharing platters in the Snug Lounge or on the Rooftop Garden. The hotel provides complimentary Prosecco for guests upon arrival.
Location & Access
The Glasshouse Hotel Edinburgh sits behind the restored facade of 172-year-old Lady Glenorchy Church, a short walk from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and York Place Tram Stop. The Royal Mile and Princes Street's restaurants and bars are reachable within a 5-minute walk. The nearby tram stop offers a direct connection to Edinburgh Airport.
Weddings & Events
The Glasshouse Autograph Collection was voted Edinburgh's Most Romantic Hotel at the Scottish Hotel Awards 2018. The hotel offers customizable event spaces that can accommodate weddings, corporate meetings, and private celebrations. Personalised guest services, including concierge assistance with special occasion planning, are available.
- Rooftop Garden: 1 hectare roof garden with Calton Hill views
- Whisky Selection: Nearly 100 whiskies in the Snug Lounge bar
- Room Features: Floor-to-ceiling windows and private balcony access
- Location: 5-minute walk to Royal Mile, direct tram to Edinburgh Airport
- Award: Voted Edinburgh's Most Romantic Hotel, 2018
- Complimentary: Prosecco served upon arrival for guests
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
- Cots
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 | 227 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 800 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 14.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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