The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection Edinburgh
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The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection Review
A roof garden and a shared lounge are available at the 5-star The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection hotel, and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a 20-minute stroll away. Located just 650 metres from Calton Hill in a shopping area, the unique hotel offers a fitness suite and a roof garden onsite.
A continental breakfast is offered at the hotel. The cosy bar is also available. It overlooks the garden. Guests will enjoy British cuisine of Broughton Delicatessen and Cafe, which is nearly 5 minutes' walk away.
Standing near the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse", this historical-style property is situated in the very heart of Edinburgh. Arthur's Seat hike is a 10-minute ride from the Glasshouse, Autograph Collection Edinburgh and Dundee airport is 100 km away.
The accommodation is also right near The Real Mary King's Close and Edinburgh bus station is approximately a 10-minute walk away.
There are 77 rooms with a patio and a balcony. Some of them offer complimentary wireless internet and a LCD TV, along with a complimentary minibar and a coffee maker. They have a spacious interior. A sauna and a roll-in shower, along with such comforts as a hairdryer and bathrobes, are also provided. Guests can take advantage of views of the hills.
Due to a location near a tram stop, The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection hotel gives quick access to other parts of Edinburgh.
The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection offers hiking, horseback riding, and cycling as well as car hire services.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Wonderful trendy boutique hotel with outstanding views of the garden.
- Good and perfect location in Edinburgh, walking distance to brasseries and pubs.
- A 25-minute walk from Patriothall Gallery and not very far from Sherlock Holmes Statue.
- Reasonably large rooms with a balcony and a sofa; many have great decor accents.
- Lots of meals for full Scottish breakfast.
- A good restaurant and a garden bar available.
- Some rates include Italian meals and welcome drinks.
- Excellent service and a quick check-in.
- Great prices for the area.
- Occasional complaints about a few uncaring staff members.
- The area might seem quite expensive.
Key Features
- parking
- free wifi
- non-smoking rooms
- facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- terrace
- bar
- lift
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- very good breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
Activities for Kids
- Cots
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Edinburgh Castle 1.72 km (1.07 mi.)
- Royal Mile 1.25 km (4101 ft)
- Arthur's Seat hike 2.03 km (1.26 mi.)
- National Museum of Scotland 1.54 km (5052 ft)
- Princes Street Gardens 1.38 km (4528 ft)
- St Giles' Cathedral 1.11 km (3642 ft)
- The Real Mary King's Close 1.03 km (3379 ft)