The Glidden House
1901 Ford Drive
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Why people book this hotel
“Beautiful property, great location and lovely staff”
“A lovely small hotel in a great location”
“Room itself, service with a smile from particular concierge on arrival, breakfas…”
“The facility and staff are wonderful”
“Proximity to museums, music & breakfast”
“The breakfast is varied and yummy”
“Just sitting in their garden or sun room or dining room is relaxing”
“Bed and location”
“Rooms are spacious and very clean”
“All good: service, cleanliness, breakfast, proximity to art museum and places to…”
“Location, fancy looks, parking, good service”
Overview
Situated on the Case Western Reserve University campus, this gothic-inspired 1900s historic hotel offers contemporary amenities, including complimentary breakfast and free WiFi. Each room at The Glidden House includes a 42-inch flat-screen TV and a coffee machine. A desk and air conditioning are also provided. Bathrooms are equipped with a hair dryer and toiletries. Guests can also find ironing facilities for added convenience. The hotel offers indoor and outdoor meeting venues and a business centre with free printing services. Guests can enjoy crafted cocktails and small plates at the Palette Lounge. Cleveland Botanical Gardens, The Cleveland Museum of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History are all within a 5-minute walk away from The Glidden House. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is 26 km away.
Traveller reviews
Amy
solo_traveller
November 14, 2025
“Superficially nice with good breakfast; would be easy to make perfect!”
Proximity to museums, music & breakfast
Rhonda
solo_traveller
September 23, 2025
“Great and looking to rebook for same week 2026”
Room itself, service with a smile from particular concierge on arrival, breakfast was outstanding
Lynn
couple
September 11, 2025
“Great hotel”
Everything. It was really good.
Belinda Yin Kwan
family_with_children
August 2, 2025
“A gem that you must stay”
The Glidden House is definitely a gem. It is lovely and a historic landmark. Just sitting in their garden or sun room or dining room is relaxing.
bhavya
family_with_children
June 5, 2025
Beautiful property, great location and lovely staff.
jackson
couple
May 26, 2025
The facility and staff are wonderful!
scott
couple
May 24, 2025
“If you are looking for lodging near the Museums or the University this place can't be beat.”
A lovely small hotel in a great location. It's upscale in a classy way without the self important atmosphere.
giorgia
family_with_children
April 23, 2025
“Romantic and lovely stay!”
Glidden House is a cozy and nice property located in the campus area. Rooms are spacious and very clean. The breakfast is varied and yummy. We had a very pleasant stay. A special thank to James, who is the gem of the Glodden House. His advise on Cleveland’s points of interest made our stay! Thanks James!
Luanne
couple
March 7, 2025
All good: service, cleanliness, breakfast, proximity to art museum and places to walk.
Florian
solo_traveller
October 16, 2024
“Historical gem in a great location”
Bed and location
Andrew
couple
October 15, 2024
“Excellent hotel - would definitely stay again!”
The hotel has a wonderful location. The staff were very friendly and efficient. The breakfast was tasty. The room was very comfortable and tastefully decorated. I would definitely return the next time I find myself in Cleveland.
Paul
family_with_children
August 11, 2024
Thank you for having me! Great building, well renovated, variety of food at breakfast!
Felicitas
family_with_children
July 27, 2024
Very nice stuff
Jorens
family_with_children
July 17, 2024
Location, fancy looks, parking, good service.
IS7D2
couple
July 16, 2024
The staff was super friendly and helpful Breakfast on real dishes, no plastics, good choices
barbara
extended_group
June 9, 2024
The accommodations were outstanding and exceeded my expectations! The room was beautifully furnished, and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The grounds were well kept, and I enjoyed a drink in the beautiful courtyard. Staff were very friendly, and most accommodating!
PAEHWAN
family_with_children
June 6, 2024
“A fascinating lively historic hotel”
The Glidden House is a fascinating historic hotel. Its exterior is so beautiful and attractive to me. I loved its dignified interior and classic furniture. The lobby and the halls were so clean and gorgeous, I think. The mini bar look so interesting and romantic, even though I didn't use it. The room was also wide enough and clean, beds are comfortable with special pillows, still, the sheet is not much soft. Nice amenity. It has three different types of dining room for breakfast, which is also a nice contrast. The breakfast had well diversity of bread, sausage, fruits, disserts, and drinks, which I liked. A staff kindly explained breakfast and its menu. The staff has real professionalism. The neighborhood is so safe and has a great Cleveland Museum of Art and other attractions and restaurants in a walking distance.
Melisa
couple
June 4, 2024
Beautiful decor with a nod to keeping the vibe of the original home. Crown moldings, vintage furniture and a nostalgic feel. The hotel is right across from the Botanical Gardens, down the lane from the History museum and the Art museum.
Shan
family_with_children
May 30, 2024
“wonderful”
best location
Marilla
couple
May 19, 2024
“Most highly recommended”
Location was so beautiful and toned the stay
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Cycling, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Happy hour
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar, Snack bar, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Safety deposit box, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Lift
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key card access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Business centre, Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
King Room
This room includes a 50-inch flat screen TV with cable channels, seating area and self-controlled heating.
Queen Room
This room includes a 50-inch flat screen TV with cable channels, seating area and self-controlled heating.
Double Room with Two Double Beds
This room includes a 50-inch flat screen TV with cable channels, seating area and self-controlled heating.
Deluxe Suite
Located in the original 1910 mansion, this vintage suite features a bathroom with heated floors, a separate living room and a kitchenette with a mini bar and a microwave.
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