The Glidden House

Overview
1901 Ford Dr., Cleveland, OH 44106 United States
near Exit 177 on I-90 (~2.3mi)
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
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The Glidden House is a historic hotel located in the University Circle neighborhood of Cleveland, offering a charming and unique atmosphere. It is conveniently located near attractions such as the Cleveland Clinic, Case Western Reserve University, and the Cleveland Museum of Art.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free buffet breakfast
Wheelchair accessible parking
Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
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5.0
02-Oct-2026
"Relaxing pleasant historical value was great"

Excellent.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 30 to Thu Oct 01 2026 at a $186.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
01-Jul-2026
"Great Hotel"

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Glidden House. Beautiful historical hotel, ultra clean and quiet. Breakfast buffet was lovely and the staff were all so helpful and kind. We'll be back!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 29 to Tue Jun 30 2026 at a $208.99 average nightly rate.
4.0
24-Jun-2026
"Very nice stay"

Beautiful old hotel, comfortable room, delicious breakfast buffet.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 22 to Tue Jun 23 2026 at a $278.10 average nightly rate.
4.0
25-Apr-2026
"Quiet and relaxing"

Beautiful area, clean rooms, good front desk and staff.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Apr 16 to Fri Apr 17 2026 at a $188.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
17-Apr-2026
"As always my experience was fulfilling"

One of my favorite places to stay, because of its lovely rooms, morning breakfasts in the original house and a bar with comfortable options for conversations. As well, the staff are always welcoming and responsive to guest's issues. Thank you!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 14 to Thu Apr 16 2026 at a $188.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
03-Apr-2026
"We had a lovely stay at The Glidden House"

We enjoyed our stay. Great location with easy walking access to so many wonderful museums on University Circle. Friendly staff. Very clean and pleasant. We appreciated the breakfast that was included.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Apr 01 to Fri Apr 03 2026 at a $188.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
15-Mar-2026
"Elegant"

The hotel is a 1910s mansion with elegant carpets and decorations. The hotel service is decent. Highly recommend.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 14 to Sun Mar 15 2026 at a $179.10 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2008

Floors: 3

Rooms: 60

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 60

Suites: 8

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 3

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.5 Mi

Nightly Parking: none

Total Taxes: 16.50%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Cancellations must be received by 4pm the day prior to arrival.

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
  • Business center
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 3003
  • Conference space size (meters) - 279
  • Daily
  • Elevator
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Garden
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Luggage storage
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Pets not allowed
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Terrace
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Guests enjoy a complimentary full breakfast buffet each morning. It is served in the Original Mansion dining room and features items such as: Individual egg fritattas, quiches and baked eggs Sausage/Bacon Breakfast potatoes Platters of meats and cheeses Oatmeal creation station Yogurt parfaits Individual smoothies Cinnamon rolls and assorted breads and muffins Cereals Whole fruits Gourmet coffee and hot tea selection Juices and water

Convenient on-site self parking is available for a nightly charge of $10.00 per guest, per car.

Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the hotel.

Contactless check-out is available

Day 1

Breakfast Lucky's Cafe - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this popular local spot. Located 0.8 miles from The Glidden House.
Lunch TownHall - Indulge in healthy and organic options for lunch at this trendy eatery. Located 1.5 miles from The Glidden House.
Dinner Mabel's BBQ - Enjoy delicious BBQ dishes in a lively atmosphere. Located 1.2 miles from The Glidden House.
Activity Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Explore the history of rock and roll at this iconic museum. Located 2.3 miles from The Glidden House.

Day 2

Breakfast Tommy's - Start your day with a delicious vegetarian breakfast at this local favorite. Located 1.9 miles from The Glidden House.
Lunch West Side Market - Experience a variety of food vendors and fresh produce at this historic market. Located 3.2 miles from The Glidden House.
Dinner Pier W - Enjoy seafood specialties with stunning lake views at this upscale restaurant. Located 5.7 miles from The Glidden House.
Activity Cleveland Museum of Art - Explore a diverse collection of art spanning thousands of years. Located 2.8 miles from The Glidden House.

Day 3

Breakfast Grumpy's Cafe - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at this cozy neighborhood cafe. Located 1.3 miles from The Glidden House.
Lunch Great Lakes Brewing Company - Enjoy craft beers and pub fare at this popular brewery. Located 1.9 miles from The Glidden House.
Dinner Lola Bistro - Indulge in contemporary American cuisine at this renowned restaurant. Located 1.6 miles from The Glidden House.
Activity Cleveland Metroparks Zoo - Explore a wide variety of animals and exhibits at this family-friendly zoo. Located 7.4 miles from The Glidden House.

FAQs about The Glidden House

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Glidden House have?

There are 60 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Glidden House?

Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Glidden House?

Guests enjoy a complimentary full breakfast buffet each morning. It is served in the Original Mansion dining room and features items such as: Individual egg fritattas, quiches and baked eggs Sausage/Bacon Breakfast potatoes Platters of meats and cheeses Oatmeal creation station Yogurt parfaits Individual smoothies Cinnamon rolls and assorted breads and muffins Cereals Whole fruits Gourmet coffee and hot tea selection Juices and water

What parking is available at The Glidden House?

Convenient on-site self parking is available for a nightly charge of $10.00 per guest, per car.

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the hotel.

Is there a gym at The Glidden House?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there shuttle service at The Glidden House?

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is located 17 miles west of the Glidden House Hotel. Taxi ride is $40-$48 one way.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Glidden House

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Glidden House.

Feel free to use the The Glidden House meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Cleveland event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Magnolia Room
28 x 25 x 10 • 700 sqft.
Banquet
45/45
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
29
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
25
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
17
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
4/4
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
78
Theater Layout
Reception
70
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
70
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Magnolia and Bellflower rooms are warm and inviting spaces, both measuring 700 sq. ft. Tables and chairs included in rental price. Both rooms feature a pull down screen.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:1
Power Outlets:6
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Bellflower Room
28 x 25 x 10 • 700 sqft.
Banquet
45/50
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
29
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
25
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
17
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
4/4
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
78
Theater Layout
Reception
70
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
70
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Magnolia and Bellflower rooms are warm and inviting spaces, both measuring 700 sq. ft. Tables and chairs included in rental price. Outdoor patio available for rental, space can accommodate 100 guests banquet style. Outdoor events take place under a tent. Original mansion has charming dining room & loggia available for rental as well.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:1
Power Outlets:5
Windows:2
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Juniper Room
74 x 63 x 25 • 2800 sqft.
Banquet
150/150
Banquet Space Layout
Theater
200
Theater Layout
Reception
180
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Juniper room features hard wood floors, a grand chandelier and lots of natural light. All windows and doors can be opened to allow for a indoor/outdoor feel. Tables and fruitwood chivari chairs included with rental. AV equipment can be rented for meetings.
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:1
Windows:18
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Original Mansion rooms
35 x 35 x 15 • 720 sqft.
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Our orignal 1910 Mansion rooms include the parlour, library and sunroom. Great for receptions of 50 or less people.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:1
Windows:14
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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