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The Glenburn Penthouse — West Bengal • India

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The Glenburn Penthouse

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Location
West Bengal • India
Experiences
2 Experiences

The Glenburn Penthouse is a discreet, elegant residence in the heart of historic Kolkata, with spectacular views of all her iconic landmarks; From Victoria Memorial to Eden Gardens, the lush green expanse of the Maidan and the majestic bridges that cross the River Hoogly.

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Conceptualised and executed over a number of years, the team behind Glenburn Tea Estate's boutique hotel in Darjeeling, have carefully amassed an exquisite collection of antique Bengal colonial furniture and artworks to create a haven of quiet luxury above the bustling streets of the city of Kolkata.

The Drawing and Dining Rooms are adorned with our bespoke 'Hindoostan' wallpaper, designed in Paris, with scenes of rural India from days gone by. Leading off this gracious sitting room is a balcony and a Tea Verandah overlooking Victoria Memorial, perfect for outdoor dining, and where breakfast and afternoon tea is served during congenial weather. Always blessed with a pleasant breeze, these terraces are used most of the year, and the vintage fans and crisp white wicker furniture, tropical plants and cool marble floors add to the charm of the many private guest areas of The Penthouse.

Each of the 9 spacious suites have a large sleeping area with antique four-poster beds, enough desk and sitting space for 2 people to live and work comfortably and efficiently, in a soft, elegant ambience, with lots of natural light. Easy-to-manoeuvre wooden shutters on all the windows allow for filtered shade during the hottest parts of the day, and reveal the spectacular views without the need for curtains or blinds. Shades of celadon green, yellow and white are complemented by mirrored furniture and textiles that include our Glenburn signature tea print on the bed linen and hand-embroidered luxury cotton sheets.

Collections of art that reflect the historical theme of the hotel fill walls with interesting stories and map out journeys taken by early travellers. Fine carpets adorn the wooden floors to add a touch of warmth, while the cool marble floors of the elegant hallways, dressing rooms and bathrooms provide a welcome respite from the heat.


The Glenburn Penthouse

West Bengal • India


Category
Boutique Hotels
Best Time to Visit
Year round
Best For
Couples, Slow Stays

2 Experiences

2 Experiences

Moments that make this house

Each one designed by the house and hosted by the people who live it. Collect the ones you want to keep.

    • city view

    WEST BENGAL • INDIA

    Enjoy Kolkata City Views from Your Balcony

    Host • The Glenburn Penthouse

    Enjoy Kolkata City Views from Your Balcony

    Welcome to your exquisite and discreet residence in the heart of Kolkata. Located high above the bustling streets of Calcutta, The Glenburn Penthouse offers you a breathtaking panorama of the city's dynamic energy. As you step inside Glenburn, you'll find that every corner of this property tells you a story. When you enter the drawing and dining rooms, you'll find the exclusive 'Hindoostan' wallpaper, a Paris-designed creation showcasing picturesque scenes of rural India from the past.

    Step out from this inviting sitting area onto a balcony and Tea Verandah, both offering a picturesque view of Victoria Memorial. They're perfect spots for outdoor dining and serving breakfast and afternoon tea when the weather allows. These terraces are pleasant throughout most of the year, and you'll appreciate the vintage fans, crisp white wicker furniture, tropical plants and cool marble floors that enhance the charm of these private guest areas. Step onto the rooftop terrace, and you'll discover the infinity pool, offering you uninterrupted views of Victoria Memorial and all the panoramic sights the city has to offer.

    It's a place where you can immerse yourself in the city's history, feeling the pulse of Kolkata resonate through its walls. You'll have plenty of moments to witness the city's cultural treasures, inviting you to explore the flavours of Bengali cuisine and the heartwarming tales of its people.

    With every sunrise and sunset, the cityscape transforms, painting a new canvas for you to enjoy. Whether you're seeking a quiet moment of reflection or a spot to soak up the city's vivacity, The Glenburn Penthouse offers you an inspiring space to call your own. Here, you'll discover the beauty of Kolkata through your lens, creating memories that will linger long after your visit.

    • luxury retreat stay

    WEST BENGAL • INDIA

    Admire the Elegant Suites at Glenburn

    Host • The Glenburn Penthouse

    Admire the Elegant Suites at Glenburn

    The suites at The Glenburn Penthouse are designed to make you feel at home. With well-appointed sleeping areas featuring antique four-poster beds, you'll find it easy to unwind and rest. Each of the nine spacious suites provides you with a generously sized sleeping area featuring antique four-poster beds.

    The soft and elegant ambience of the room is complemented by an abundance of natural light. Wooden shutters on the windows are easy to adjust, offering shade during the sunniest parts of the day while revealing spectacular views, eliminating the need for curtains or blinds. If you choose any of the four Grand Bengal Suites, you’ll be offered either a direct view of Victoria Memorial from your room or extra space with a private living room, verandah and terrace, making them the most extensive of the nine suites.

    Inside, you'll appreciate the soothing colour palette of celadon green, yellow and white, along with mirrored furniture and textiles. Glenburn's signature tea print graces the bed linens, and the luxury cotton sheets are hand-embroidered. The art collections on the walls tell historical stories and trace the journeys of early travellers. Fine carpets enhance the wooden floors, bringing warmth to the space, while the cool marble floors in the hallways, dressing rooms, and bathrooms offer a refreshing retreat from the heat.

    The large 'white-marble' bathrooms are well-appointed with both bathtubs and walk-in showers, flooding with natural light. You'll also find Glenburn Therapy Darjeeling Green Tea bath accessories to enhance your bathing experience. Whether you're here for work or leisure, these suites offer a welcoming and functional space to make the most of your time in the city.

From guests of the house

What they found

  • “We booked a room and got a household. By the second morning the kitchen knew how we took our coffee and had opinions about where we should walk.”
    Meera & James

    Stayed February 2025

  • “The building would have been enough. What we did not expect was how much of the day the staff quietly built around what we said at breakfast.”
    Anneke de Vries

    Stayed November 2024

  • “Everything was arranged before we asked, and nothing felt arranged. That is a hard thing to get right and they get it right.”
    Tomás Ferreira

    Stayed September 2024

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