The Glidden House

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

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1901 Ford Dr, Cleveland, OH, 44106
  • Place, Cleveland Institute of Music
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Case Western Reserve University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cleveland Museum of Art
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cleveland, OH (CLE-Hopkins Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cleveland

Located in University Circle within a 5-minute walk of Case Western Reserve University, The Glidden House is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Cleveland Clinic. This 60-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cleveland Botanical Garden - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cleveland Institute of Music - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University Hospitals of Cleveland - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Case Western Reserve University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cleveland Museum of Art - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Jolly Scholar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Melt University - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Glidden House

Victorian hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Glidden House enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. Self parking is offered for USD 15.00 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this historic hotel include free newspapers, a terrace, and wedding services.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch plasma TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Coffee makers, free weekday newspapers, and free local calls are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between February 17 and February 20.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at The Glidden House?

The Glidden House offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Glidden House on Dec 16, 2025 start from $161.1, 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.

What is there to do close to The Glidden House?

This hotel is situated in University Circle, just steps from Cleveland Botanical Garden, and within a 10-minute walk of Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History. You'll also find Rocket Arena and Progressive Field within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Glidden House?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 15.00 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Glidden House feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Glidden House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Glidden House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Glidden House?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic hotel include premium bedding as well as a bar and wedding services.

Does The Glidden House have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Glidden House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Glidden House serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will The Glidden House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Glidden House though service animals are welcome.

Does The Glidden House have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Glidden House?

The closest major airport to The Glidden House is Cleveland, OH (BKL-Burke Lakefront), which is 5.9 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cleveland, OH (CGF-Cuyahoga County), which is located 13.6 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Glidden House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Glidden House.

Does The Glidden House have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Glidden House.

Reviews

The Glidden House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 832 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional anniversary getaway.

Great alternative to staying in downtown Cleveland. Safe and secure location. Wonderful atmosphere for seniors. Walking distance to museums and botanical garden. Great hot breakfast included with stay. Excellent concierge service. Nice small bar on the premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Carroll

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful, historic hotel set in the university area of Cleveland. Within walking distance of The Cleveland Museum of Art, Botanical Gardens and Severance Hall. Old buildings, beautiful manicured gardens and sculptures throughout the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

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

10/10 Excellent

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Loved our stay, bed was comfy,room was clean, breakfast was very good!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice, Maumee

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Comfortable and clean room. Just outside of the congested Cleveland city area. Close enough to take a 10 minute ride into town but far enough away to have some peace and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful old historic hotel. It was clean, quiet and staff excellent. Loved saying out of the center of town. Walking distance to excellent little Italy restaurants. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everyone was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jae, fullerton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Pijush

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were very nice but property is very old and rundown
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel near Case Western campus, museums and hospitals. Great neighborhood. Convenient to biking and walking trails (that go all the way down to Lake Erie. Great in-house cocktail hour bar, and breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic ambiance friendly staff felt safe very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only negative comment that we have is that the woman who is servicing breakfast both days that we were there spoke on her phone almost the entire time. She walked around the area talking loudly and clearly there was no emergent need to. It was annoying and it made her less approachable. The concierge James was very very helpful. The bartender was good as was the woman who checked us in. All the other stuff that we saw in the Halls were very communicative and approachable. The dining area is quiet and peaceful but the staff person speaking on her phone interrupted that. Everyone else was fabulous and courteous. The grounds were lovely, the room was comfortable. We would definitely like to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025