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The Glasshouse
2 Greenside Place, Edinburgh EH1 3AA, Scotland
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5 of 5 stars
MAKETHEMOST 5 contributions
DEVON
Mar 14, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
1/2 found this review helpful

My boyfriend and i stayed here in Jan for 2 nights.

We booked 2 nights through lastminute.com and as we live in Devon we booked flights through easyjet from Bristol to Edinburgh.

The flights were very quick and easy, when we got to the airport we hopped on the bus outside into the city centre - really easy to do and very cheap, it drops you off right in the middle of Edinburgh, takes about 20mins from the airport.

The hotel is very easy to find, just off of one of the main streets, it looks amazing from the front. We checked in easily and were shown to our room, we had a standard room at the side of the hotel with a balcony over looking the city. I loved the room, the bed really is great and so is the rest of the room, next time i will upgrade to the next because i think it would be worth every penny.

The honesty bar is a nice idea although im not sure why you would spend much time there as there are so many nice places to eat in Edinburgh.

We found everything very easy to find with the help of a map, you must go to the castle and the shopping is good.

I would definatly go back to this hotel as it is very close to everything and is perfect for a romantic weekend away.

  • Liked — The bed.
  • Disliked — Nothing, it was all good.
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay January 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since March 12, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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Fabulous

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5 of 5 stars
emmlou 1 contribution
Northumberland
Mar 3, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

My Husband and I stayed at The Glasshouse for one night ( 29th Feb 2008 ) as a treat for his birthday. It was lovely, I had requested a high floor and quiet location. We were given a room with access to the roof terrace. Amazing.

We only booked a standard room, but it was fab, very well done, clean, large bed, fab shower, deep bath, great view.

We were greeted by a wonderful doorman, all the staff we encountered were polite and extreamly helpful.

I would defiantley recommend this hotel, and we will be going back in the summer to make more use of the terrace !

Enjoy !

  • Date of stay February 2008
  • Member since February 25, 2008
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Great Location

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5 of 5 stars
kirsten-scott 2 contributions
Staffs
Mar 1, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

We arrived by taxi to be greated bu a doorman who collected our cases for us. Our room was not ready but we checked in and left our luggae. The welcome fromm the staff was great. The location of the hotel is ideal and walking distance to the city. At all times the hotel staff were very frienly, couteous and polite. Breakfast was included in the room rate and the choice was wonderful. Scott had a full 'Scottish' and I had fresh waffles and berries. Delicious. The bed was teh most comfortable I have ever slept in, how I would imagine a cloud to be with a lovely duvet. There was a turn down service where they left lavender, nice touch! A very enjoyable stay and would stay again!

  • Liked — Friendliness of the staff
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay February 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since October 24, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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Completely Fabulous!

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5 of 5 stars
branstonWorcester 17 contributions
Worcester
Feb 29, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

Stop and breathe. This hotel will certainly take your breathe away!

Situated in a fantastic location, this hotel will give you everything you need. It boasts fabulous views over the city and the castle in the backdrop.

As you enter reception the very tasteful decor is inviting and warm- where the love of details is evident throughout - and an attentive service, brings back to life the unique charm and welcoming ambiance of Scotland.

Greeted and welcomed, the receptionist chatted to me about my journey and if i would require anything at all to ring. A portor then carried our luggage to our room.

When he opened our door i was completely blown away. It was hugeeeeee! The room was tastefully decorated with original photos and paintings from local artists. The bathroom had heated flooring, plenty of clean towels and amendities to use.

There is a DAB cd player in the room, which was a silver slick sloping fascia with a changing colour part to it. They had some classical music playing as we walked in which was calming and welcoming.

There was a card in the room personally welcoming us from the manager.

Queen size bed which was so comfy and changed everyday.

About a hour after checking in, a member of staff came with some fresh fruit which was provided everyday with Glasshouse branded water.

Theres a gentleman on the door called William, who is the most pleasant friendly to would ever want to meet! He recommend places to eat and was just a great attribute to the hotel.

Next to the Glasshouse is the 'Playhouse', which has lots of different things going on i noticed quite a few productions and Singers going there.

The other side is a food-drink and Vue cinema complex. Frankie and Bennys, Lloyds, Italians lots but i cant remember all of them.

About 3 minutes up the way is a John Lewis which connects to lots of other department stores and general shops.

Approx 10 minutes you will reach a point where there is the art musuems and tour buses which cost around 8 pound each but last 24 hours and you can get on and off as you please so well worth the money.

On our final night at the hotel it was my boyfriends birthday and his mum had organised a bottle of Rose Champayne with handmade chocolates. Which were on the glass table in the room with cards and congratulations all organised by the member of staff.

Later on in the evening i got a birthday cake and left it in the staff hands and when we were in the snug a waiter bought it in with candles singing happy birthday! Fabulous!

This is a truely remarkable hotel and is like coming into a new home, offering comfort and sophistication.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay February 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 18-24
  • Member since August 29, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Spa, Concerts / Music festival
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Luxury!

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5 of 5 stars
alimor 8 contributions
Glasgow
Feb 25, 2008 | Trip type: Family

We stayed in this hotel for one night as a family of 5. We booked adjoining deluxe suites - and really they were fabulouly thought out for families. We had a lovely stay, very comfortable beds, great breakfast. The hotel was spacious and the staff VERY friendly and accomodating. We wil be sure to stay again.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay February 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Family with young children
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since October 20, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Concerts / Music festival
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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Average price*: $330 (year-round)
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