Glenburn Penthouse
City views,
Rooftop pool
Couples,
Solos,
Heritage Enthusiasts
Located above the bustling streets of Kolkata, the colonial-style Glenburn Penthouse provides a peaceful retreat with fantastic views over Maidens and the iconic Victoria Memorial.
Glenburn’s personalised service, elegant design and spectacular rooftop make it a wonderful property for those seeking a special stay in Kolkata. If you’re looking for a lot of space, the common areas are limited, though being located high above an office building, it offers tranquillity away from the city’s hustle and bustle.
Have a swim on the rooftop pool, relax in the spa or treat yourself to afternoon tea above the city. Traditional Bengali cuisine and international fare is served up in the restaurant and can be personalised upon request and enjoyed on the rooftop.
The Rooms
From the owners of the renowned Glenburn Tea Estate, each of the nine rooms are elegant, well-appointed and spacious; a true labour of love.
Each room is fitted with four-poster beds, some with private balconies and some with views of The Maidans. In keeping with the historical theme of the hotel, rooms are decorated with local art and colourful, antique furniture. The marble bathrooms are particularly alluring, with their large bathtubs and rainfall showers.
What You’ll Find:
Why You'll Love It:
Explore ETG's Sample Itineraries in India
A few of our favourite routes, hand-picked by the team and ripe for tweaking.
Think of them as conversation starters. Curiosity sparkers. Not fixed plans, just ideas for what your holiday could look like, shaped by years of local know-how and the kind of immersive experiences that live long in the memory.
India
Highlights of East India
Little visited and often overlooked, East India is an incredible place: from the spellbinding contrasts of Kolkata to the sleepy waterways of the Sundarbans, the Buddhist culture of Sikkim and the mighty Himalayas.
This journey will enable you to explore Kolkata in depth, before heading south for a lovely tranquil experience in the Sundarbans National Park. While you’re unlikely to spot one of the park’s many tigers, there is a plethora of wildlife here, and it’s a lovely place to spend a few days.
Then it’s back up to Kolkata for an overnight train deep in the Himalayas. East India is an incredible region: the heart of Buddhist culture in India, a land of monasteries, sleepy hill towns, friendly people and breathtaking views.
Highlights
Kolkata
Explore Kolkata, the former capital of British India and a riot of colour, a hub of Bengali culture and an incredibly vibrant place.
Incredible culture
Discover timeless Buddhist monasteries and a highly distinct Sikkim culture.
Khangchendzonga Mountain
Being inspired by the view of the mighty Khangchendzonga Mountain, the third-highest in the world, soaring above the horizon
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India
East to West: Highlights of the Gangetic Plain
This holiday is for travellers with an adventurous spirit who like to get away from the tourist trail; people who have a desire to explore eclectic, busy and ever-evolving Indian cities, but who also want to contrast immersive city life with some unique, rural experiences.
Take time to delve into Kolkata and Varanasi with our signature experiences in each. You’ll journey by car, train and minimal internal flights so that you can experience the beautiful rural life and landscape of the Gangetic Plain as you move around. You’ll spend four days exploring northern Madhya Pradesh and three days in a remote valley of Uttar Pradesh; allowing completely different rural and wildlife experiences in each.
Highlights
Lunch with an art collector
Taking lunch with an art collector in his home in Kolkata
Sunrise at the River Ganges
Watching the sunrise from your private boat on the River Ganges
Chambal Valley
Experiencing life in remote hamlets of the Chambal Valley
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Glenburn Penthouse on the map
In Our Travellers’ Words
India, exceeded all expectations
With ETG, we have visited extraordinary places
Wonderful introduction to India
The Curious Traveller’s Expert Guide to India
Want to know more? With its vast size, rich diversity, and countless possibilities, planning a holiday to India can feel overwhelming – so we’ve created our Curious Traveller’s Guide to India to help make sense of it all.
It’s our experts’ pick of standout experiences and places to stay, with honest advice on the best regions and tips for both first-time visitors and those returning for more.
