Edinburgh, United KingdomNew Town
The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection
Gothic glass bolthole
New Town Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Opened
2003
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe HeritageOutside the door
The house
MarriottGothic glass bolthole
Hidden behind historic stonework, this quiet urban retreat centers on a breezy rooftop lawn looking directly up toward Calton Hill.
What it’s good at
Notable
Glass-wrapped contemporary structure set behind a preserved 1846 church portal, opening onto an expansive rooftop lawn.
Notable
Frette bed linens, Aromatherapy Associates toiletries, and room service overlooking private terraces or Calton Hill.
Notable
The preserved 1846 Gothic facade of Lady Glenorchy Church stands as a historic gateway to the modern building.
What they say
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
A swath of sleek glass architecture weaves around a more than 170-year-old stone church in a breathtaking fashion guaranteed to excite design enthusiasts.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set beside the Edinburgh Playhouse on Picardy Place, walking trails up Calton Hill and Waverley station sit minutes away.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling glass frames the city, while selected rooms step directly out onto the manicured rooftop terrace.
The Snug Bar & Lounge
Armchairs surround a suspended copper fireplace hood, where shelves hold more than two hundred Scotch whiskies.
At the table
The dining room serves morning buffets beside curved floor-to-ceiling windows looking toward the slopes of Calton Hill.
How it began
Built in 1846 as Lady Glenorchy Church, the Gothic stone entryway was preserved in 2003 when the contemporary glass hotel was constructed.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.