New York, NY – May 30, 2018 – YTL Hotels has completed refurbishments of The Glasshouse, Edinburgh. First acquired by YTL Hotels in 2016, the 77-room luxury boutique hotel now boasts a bright reception area, and updates throughout the common areas and guest bedrooms have fully transformed the overall look and feel of the hotel. Historical features of the hotel have been carefully preserved, with nods to the building’s 230-year history tastefully maintained throughout the hotel. The rooms & suites at The Glasshouse boast panoramic views of Edinburgh through the bedroom floor-to-ceiling windows. With the contemporary interiors, guests can experience a range of room types, from the deluxe rooms with their accented poppy red décor, to the deluxe garden view rooms which overlook The Glasshouse’s lawned rooftop.
The refreshed ‘Snug’ area offers guests a cozy space to relax and unwind whilst sipping on the extensive range of cocktails and Scotch whiskies now available in the fully serviced bar. Positioned in the heart of the hotel, the ‘Snug’ is a favorite amongst regular guests as the place to unwind, warming beside the open fire, and choosing from a selection of almost 100 exclusive whiskies. Heading outside to admire the breathtaking view from the two-acre secret rooftop terrace, guests can peruse the newly introduced cigar menu while overlooking the whole city. Known as one of Edinburgh’s true hidden gems beneath Calton Hill, the rooftop allows guests to remove themselves from the urban energy a few steps away and to relax under a pergola upon the tranquil lawn or enjoy dining al fresco on the terrace.
Having enjoyed popularity for weddings and private events on the rooftop oasis, the hotel can now cater to smaller events. More intimate meetings and parties can take place in the new event space within the church façade.
The refresh of the hotel further enhances the elegance of the former Lady Glenorchy Church, ensuring it fully lives up to the reputation of understated luxury that YTL Hotels holds within its growing UK portfolio. The YTL Hotels UK collection is rapidly expanding and now holds flagship properties in Edinburgh, Bath, Bray and London, each showing commitment to the cultural and natural heritage inherent in each property it owns.
