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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

5.0 star property

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Stately building with a central entrance, flanked by columns and arched windows.
Relax by the hotel's indoor pool, surrounded by a clean and modern atmosphere.
Cozy seating area with a bookshelf, chairs, and sofa, perfect for reading and relaxing.
Guests can dine in style at this beautifully set table, surrounded by elegant tableware and a rustic brick backdrop.
A stylish console table with a candelabra and a single candle, complemented by a chair and a lamp in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4HQ
  • Princes Street Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Twin Bed

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (New Town View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 262 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, 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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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 242 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 368 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Townhouse) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed (Townhouse)

  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin 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.

Languages

English, French, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

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
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. 744 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked for a staycation in the city. The staff and facilities were all top notch and we enjoyed all of it, especially the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rauan, addison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great helpful staff (even in answering questions before booking). Lovely breakfast selection. But bed was uncomfortable and a very furry cat belonging to a couple of guests was jumping on to their chairs and even the table. Overall, a decent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only change would be 24 hour gym
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely accommodating staff. Great restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location, and friendly staff. The only improvement would be 24 hour gym access.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jelica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property in the heart of EDI! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naoimh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Olga

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

staff were uniformly top quality and super pleasant to deal with. We benefitted greatly from the gym and the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

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

8/10 Good

J

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So happy with our choice to stay here. Truly wonderful staff who stepped out to take our luggage before we even walked in, checked in via text message each day, gave us great dining recommendations each night… We were very impressed with them. The room is a little smaller, but so well appointed with Scottish decor. Lots of hotel amenities. Only negative was loud people outside on our side of the building from a bar/disco or something. Did keep or wake us up a few nights. Otherwise lovely and will definitely stay again if we return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NICE STAFF
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

10/10 Excellent

Lulia

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

Comfortable hotel with brilliant staff

It was perfect. I originally asked for a room with a lot of natural light, and the hotel delivered. The room was stunning and bright. All hotel staff were great, I will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY

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

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

8/10 Good

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel but must question if it really is a 5 star! More like a 4 star. Our room was quite small which ended up meaning one had to sit on the bed so the other person could get to the bathroom. The view from our room was of air conditioning units siting on a roof. Pillows not to our liking but that’s a personal preference. Baba restaurant was amazing and I would def eat here again. Staff in the hotel are very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Baba restaurant - the food was very spicy and fish not cooked properly. Badly lit bar area. Bedroom small for a King premium room with no walk-in shower. Intercontinental George a far superior hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Gem of a hotel

Fantastic hotel. After checking in, bags were already in room. The spa is the perfect place to go and unwind in the afternoon with a sauna, steam room and pool. All the credit goes to the staff and their professionalism
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025