Inside The Glasshouse hotel - a heavenly oasis in the heart of Edinburgh

The Glasshouse hotel is a heavenly oasis in the heart of Edinburgh

• Ashlie Mcanally checks in to the 'quiet gem of a hotel' for the night
• In 2003, the Lady Glenorchy Church was converted into the five-star property
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Edinburgh is awash with tourists, theatre-goers, day-trippers and residents enjoying everything Scotland’s capital has to offer.

And the streets around the ­country’s largest theatre, The Playhouse, are always a hive of activity.

Yet just a stone’s throw away is The Glasshouse, a quiet gem of a hotel and one that provides guests with a stunning World ­Heritage Site backdrop.

In 2003, the 172-year-old Lady Glenorchy Church was converted into a now five-star boutique hotel in the heart of the city.

Disguised by the original entrance, guests are greeted by staff in the modern reception (complete with the hotel’s own ­tartan), where they can choose from the Signature, Autograph, Calton Hill or Terraced rooms or opt for a more luxurious stay in one of the suites.

The 77 rooms include Elemis ­toiletries that guests can use to pamper themselves, an added ­luxurious touch to any stay.

Calton Hill rooms and suites give guests direct access to the rooftop garden with a sitting area and spectacular views.

All rooms include wi-fi and smart TVs, as well as complimentary tea, ­Nespresso ­coffee and mini-bar, a digital newspaper and ­magazine app.

For added luxury, suites have king-sized beds and a dram of whisky relating to the suite’s name.

The garden is a popular spot for weddings, after which newlyweds can take advantage of a complimentary honeymoon stay in one of a number hotels owned by parent company YTL.

To maximise the adventure, guests can enjoy the hotel’s whisky experience with a flight of our national drink expertly selected from more than 200 ­bottles, and a food platter in the hotel’s Snug bar as part of the stay, as well as breakfast the ­following morning.

For those looking to learn more, the Johnnie Walker Experience is a short walk away on Princes Street, with a flavour tour and the chance to visit the 1820 rooftop bar for unbeatable views of Edinburgh Castle.

As well as whisky, The ­Glasshouse has partnered with The Botanist gin over the summer to create a relaxing rooftop bar, making the hotel a luxurious base to enjoy everything that Edinburgh has to offer, from cheap eats to Michelin-star restaurants, high end ­theatre shows and basement ­comedy clubs.

Visit Edinburgh Castle and ­surrounding tourist attractions or take a refreshing walk up Arthur’s Seat before returning to the ­tranquillity of The Glasshouse and its friendly staff.