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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

5.0 star property

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Exterior
Creator video
Reception
2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
$253
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

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38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4HQ
  • Place, Princes Street Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 262 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (New Town View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 262 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 369 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Twin Bed (City)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 156 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Double Bed (Essential)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Essential)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 242 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 368 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite (Townhouse)

  • 640 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Charlotte Square View)

  • 640 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room (Sleeping)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Alba Skylark)

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

5-star hotel in Edinburgh City Centre
2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli.
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG offers 199 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. A pillow menu is available. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

In addition to a full-service spa, Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG features an indoor pool and a sauna. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 5-star property offers access to a business center and meeting rooms. This luxury hotel also offers a fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
BABA - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Garden - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.
Aizle - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open select days.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (GBP 45 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aizle
  • BABA
  • The Garden

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 30 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: GBP 45 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 759 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1009 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel with great staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niranjana, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Wonderful amenities, walkable, and quiet!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for two nights, but would definitely stay again if we return to Edinburgh. The hotel has a nice daily happy hour, was conveniently located near many great restaurants and shops, and the rooms and shared areas were clean and stylish.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Capri S

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taral

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sohail, Great Falls

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Stay here

Superb hotel. Amazing service. Perfect from start to finish.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Zhiyao

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was only a one night stay, partly for work, partly to celebrate my birthday. Check-in was excellent, very friendly, attentive & welcoming, a free upgrade was offered as it was my birthday & time was taken to personally show us around the hotel facilities. The reception, lobby, dining areas & Spa are beautifully decorated, there are so many staff, all of whom are highly trained & exceptionally helpful & friendly. On arrival to our room, a hand written birthday card & plate of chocolates & macarons had been left out for me, a very nice touch. Everything you’d want or need in a room was there, the bed was very comfortable, there was virtually no sound coming from anywhere, lovely shower & toiletries. My only gripe would be that the room was a bit drab & not decorated to anything like the same standard as the main areas of the hotel; also, we could not access the aircon panel, as it was obscured by the wardrobe, it was quite stuffy in our room overnight & you couldn’t open the window. We ate dinner at Aizle which was excellent and lunch at Baba which was delicious. Breakfast was a wee bit disappointing, there was a huge selection of things but they were rather ordinary & I would’ve expected a much more imaginative & out of the ordinary offering for £30 p/person from this standard of hotel - we had to send back a pain au chocolat as it was stale & hard. All in all though, our stay was lovely, the staff amazing & would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location. Quality accomodation. Fantastic facilities. Quaint area surrounded by stunning architecture.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rhamone

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great

It’s was ok room very small and old plumbing did not work that well Abe breakfast was horrible for 25 pounds
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and staff. Fantastic location to all the hotspots.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

leonora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kimpton in Edinburgh was a lovely surprise to me because I had not stayed there before.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and staff. Great location. My room had seen some wear and tear and the hallway outside my room was noisy. Other than that, great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

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

Capitol stay

hotel perfectly positioned, checked in early staff were amazing including concierge, and valley parking staff nice well presented, with good ambiance, room was ok bathroom looked a little tired, over bath shower (should be upgraded to walk in shower). Issue with tv/remote not working turned out position of TV prevented remote from working, maintenance guy sorted so no issue)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharjeel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very small, very unhappy about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible birthday night away, got two free drinks for the occasion for the hotel bar BABA, as well as the lovely woman on check-in who gave us an upgraded room for the occasion. I don’t remember her name but she was working on 20/06 and was so lovely and helpful. Had a slight leak with the A/C which didn’t bother us at all, but it was immediately fixed whilst we were popped out for the evening and two gin and tonics were left for us on our return. Lovely food and drinks, beautiful hotel no complaints at all. Also check out in 12 so no rushing at all. 5 Stars all round.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful conversion on a period property. Full of charm and modern amenities combined. Great buffet breakfast, lovely spa and sauna facilities and really gorgeous rooms. Great kimpton experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025