The Glasshouse

Superbly located in the heart of Edinburgh, this hotel is 5 minutes from Princes Street, North Bridge and Harvey Nichols, and Edinburgh Castle is just a 15-minute walk away. Edinburgh Waverley mainline station is only 5 minutes by taxi, and Edinburgh International Airport is 10 km away (about a 20-minute drive.)

65 rooms, including 18 suites, 1 single room and 40 double rooms, are located on 3 storeys and can be reached by lift. English-speaking staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The hotel offers a number of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Air conditioning, central heating and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. The pool bar serves a selection of refreshing drinks. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking and horse riding are available. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, bowling and aerobics. A spa and a sauna are available in the wellness area.

Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a breakfast room and a bar. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and picnics are available.