The Glidden House

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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The Glidden House provides a welcoming base in University Circle with its breakfast buffet and peaceful garden views. Travelers appreciate the 24-hour front desk, in-room WiFi, and consistently helpful staff. Its location earns high marks from those who've stayed here.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ¥36,026
¥42,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6

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Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
44106, OH, Cleveland, 1901 Ford Dr

What's nearby

  • Cleveland Institute of Music - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University Hospitals of Cleveland - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Case Western Reserve University - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cleveland Museum of Art - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cleveland Clinic - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Cleveland Station - 11 min drive
  • Euclid-East 120th Station - 11 min walk
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BIBIBOP Asian Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Jolly Scholar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Glidden House

Historic hotel near Case Western Reserve University
At The Glidden House, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 60 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 50-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,003 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1910
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch plasma TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between February 17 and February 20.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Glidden House
Glidden House Cleveland
Glidden House Hotel
Glidden House Hotel Cleveland
Glidden Hotel Cleveland
Glidden House Inn Cleveland, Ohio
The Glidden House Hotel
The Glidden House Cleveland
The Glidden House Hotel Cleveland

Frequently asked questions

Is The Glidden House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Glidden House?

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Glidden House on Dec 5, 2025 start from ¥36,026, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 15.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Glidden House?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Glidden House?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Glidden House located?

Located in University Circle, this historic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cleveland Institute of Music and Case Western Reserve University. Cleveland Clinic is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away. Euclid-East 120th Station is 11 minutes by foot and University Circle Station is 19 minutes.

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Reviews

The Glidden House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 831 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, historic hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect location, lovely breakfast included, great rooms. The art museum is 5 min walk, and botanical garden is across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my favorite hotel to go to when I’m in Cleveland.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. Comfortable rooms and great breakfast.,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff has been fantastic!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chao-Mei

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly vibe and breakfast personnel was outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. Attentive and knowledgeable. The hotel was beautiful and rooms were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, convenient for the symphony and art museum. Well appointed and staffed.very comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Top notch service and comfortable, clean, unique rooms. Great breakfast and excellent knowledge about city. Front desk staff was friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous Historical Hotel. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right on museum campus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with a friendly staff in an incredible location. If you want or need to be in this part of Cleveland, this is the place to be.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so welcoming. Really low stress! Beautiful room, clean, and the staff made us feel like friends.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying at Glidden House.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Simpson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here when going to Cleveland. Close to everything, but feels out of the way. Staff is excellent, always clean and feels like home away from home. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a wonderful place to settle down for the night or an extended stay. Close to the VAMC and the Cleveland Clinic. The hotel is on the campus of Case Western Reserve University.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Husong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical Inn with lots of charm! Very friendly staff and super knowledgeable about restaurants and area. Comfortable room and bed. Would highly recommend if you’re in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facility
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around excellent experience with amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ligia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room climate was convenient and the drinking options diversified.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location if you are visiting CWRU
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025