Townhouse
Glamorous Georgian banking hall meets members' club energy. Think pale pink velvet headboards, plush forest-green armchairs, marble sinks with gold taps, and antique rugs — but with a distinctly buzzy, cosmopolitan atmosphere that's lighter on its feet than the Perthshire mothership. It's mischievous little sister energy: modern art on the walls, a Negroni on the dressing table, a rooftop bar that fills up after dark.
Book the Spence Brunch Club well in advance — reservations open on the 1st of each month at 10am and sell out fast (last Sunday of every month, £95pp)
Why It Matters
One Michelin Key (2025). Named one of the world's most exciting hotel openings by Condé Nast Traveller. The first time the iconic 97-year-old Gleneagles brand has ever expanded beyond Perthshire. The Spence restaurant — the old grand banking hall — is open to the public and has become a genuine Edinburgh dining destination in its own right. The rooftop bar Lamplighters is strictly members and hotel guests only, which is a real perk.
Gleneagles Townhouse is the famous Perthshire country estate's first and only city outpost — a 33-room luxury hotel, all-day restaurant, rooftop bar, and private members' club occupying a painstakingly restored Georgian sandstone mansion at 39 St Andrew Square. The building started life in 1781 as the home of the 8th Earl of Dalhousie before serving as a Bank of Scotland branch for over 200 years. Ennismore gutted and restored it with serious ambition: original gilded staircases, ornate six-metre ceilings and Corinthian-columned façade all intact, while the old bank vaults now house a cryotherapy chamber and infrared sauna.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
House Room
The mid-range category at Gleneagles Townhouse, these rooms strike a balance between the snug Nook and the statement Master. King-sized beds, wooden floors, and characterful details make them feel genuinely homey. Views vary depending on the specific room; some don't have baths. These are the benchmark rooms used for the 'Twice as Nice' package pricing.
King-size or twin · 29 sqmMaster Room
The largest rooms and the ones worth splashing out for. Master Rooms face St Andrew Square — those soaring ceilings, free-standing baths, marble basins with gold taps, and velvet armchairs make them feel genuinely grand without being stuffy. These are the rooms reviewers rave about. Some include the free-standing bath which, combined with the square view, is hard to beat in Edinburgh.
King-size · 40 sqm
Nook Room
The entry-level category but no afterthought. Nook Rooms sit on the top floor — cosy, attic-style spaces packed with individually curated book collections, wooden floors and antique rugs. They're rear-facing with no views, and some don't have baths (shower only). If you're not fussed about the square view and want character over grandeur, these work well.
King-size (or twin where available) · 30 sqmTown Room
The step-up room for anyone wanting city views. Town Rooms combine Georgian elegance with contemporary comfort: high ceilings, king-sized beds, wooden floors, antique rugs, painted-panel walls. Some rooms in this category are without a bath.
King-size or twin · 33 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
'Tea On The Square' — Afternoon Tea served Monday to Friday, 14:30–16:30. Requires 24 hours' notice for dietary restrictions. Unavailable 31 July – 7 September.
Monthly Sunday brunch (last Sunday of the month) in The Spence. Unlimited starters, seasonal mains from the kitchen, live music, and an indulgent dessert room. A Bloody Mary or Mimosa on arrival. Reservations open on the 1st of each month at 10am — they go fast.
Over 40 weekly fitness classes included for hotel guests and members. Yoga, indoor cycling (Peloton-style studio), kettlebell, and more — all bookable via the class timetable.
Purpose-built gym with cutting-edge equipment housed in the old bank vault. Two class studios — a yoga studio and an indoor cycling studio with interactive screen.
Exclusive rooftop bar with sweeping views over Edinburgh's Old Town skyline. Open from noon daily. Cocktails, Scottish whiskies, champagne. Mon–Thu also doubles as a co-working space for members from 9am.
Several private spaces: The Courtyard (up to 22 for dinner, 30 standing), The Counting Rooms (up to 10), and The Telling Rooms (with snug, terrace, and pantry — flex from meetings to cocktail receptions).
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Lamplighters rooftop bar operates as a members-only co-working space Monday to Thursday from 9am.
Unlimited free WiFi throughout the hotel.
Room service available for hotel guests.
Gift vouchers available online covering stays, spa treatments, afternoon tea and more.
Round-the-clock front desk and guest services.
Dogs are allowed in guest rooms with a £100 per night supplement. Pets are not permitted in any public areas of the hotel.
Paid airport shuttle service available. Edinburgh Airport is 12.6km / 7.6 miles from the hotel. Alternatively, the tram stop is directly outside the hotel.
No on-site parking. Limited private spaces available at the nearby St James Quarter car park, £28.20 per day. Must be reserved at least 48 hours in advance via reservations@gleneaglestownhouse.com.
Whole-body cryotherapy suite at -85°C. Private and spacious. Can be booked as a standalone treatment (£50) or as an add-on to spa treatments.
Located in the locker rooms, complimentary for Strong Rooms users. Can be paired with cryotherapy as contrast therapy.
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