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Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel
38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4HQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.6/10! (score from 1991 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Excellent hotel. Would highly recommend. Beautiful food, nice staff and a gorgeous building.
Declan
Ireland
IrelandAmazing location to explore Edinburgh but by far the highlight was the staff. They were all a real credit to the hotel and went above and beyond expectations
Ian
United Kingdom
United Kingdomlocation and staff were very friendly and helpful the social hour was an unexpected treat
Hilary-anne
United Kingdom
United KingdomBreakfast was great but not included in the room Price which was a shame.
Georgie
United Kingdom
United Kingdomlovely decor etc but the staff make the hotel really special
Wakefield
United Kingdom
United Kingdomthe design is fabulous and the overall feel is really good
Stuart
United Kingdom
United Kingdomit had real character and was quirky whilst still having all modern conveniences. Breakfast was wonderful and the social hour drinks were a lovely touch too. my family also enjoyed their time in the spa.
Janice
United Kingdom
United Kingdomthe service from the staff as soon as we arrived was excellent I was up for a belated 50th birthday surprise and I was wished a happy belated birthday as we were checking in and a bottle of fizz was waiting in the room.
Alison
United Kingdom
United KingdomThe staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spotless and you can ask reception to bring anything you need, from deodorant to a coffee machine.
Lizridley
United Kingdom
United Kingdomabsolutely beautiful hotel, fantastic food and the staff couldn’t have been nicer
Kate
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel
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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is situated in Edinburgh, just metres from Princes Street and George Street.
The rooms offer a flat-screen Smart TV, 300 thread count bed linen, a complimentary treat box and a fridge with complimentary fresh milk and mineral water. The en suite bathrooms have a selection of complimentary toiletries.
Breakfast is served in The Garden, an indoor courtyard, which serves food and drink throughout the day, including salads, hot dishes, cakes, spritzers and Scottish cocktails in the evening. Another dining option is BABA, a mezze and charcoal grill restaurant and cocktail bar. It offers Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
Guests have complimentary access to the leisure facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and spa. The spa offers a full range of treatments including facials and massages at an additional cost.
The hotel is at the heart of Edinburgh’s financial district and is just 5 minutes’ walk from Waverley Railway Station. It is 7 miles from Edinburgh Airport.
This is our guests' favourite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Most popular facilities
Parking
Free WiFi
Spa and wellness centre
Pets allowed
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Travel Sustainable property
This property is part of the Travel Sustainable programme, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.
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Declan
Ireland“Excellent hotel. Would highly recommend. Beautiful food, nice staff and a gorgeous building.”
Ian
United Kingdom“Amazing location to explore Edinburgh but by far the highlight was the staff. They were all a real credit to the hotel and went above and beyond expectations”- Hilary-anneUnited Kingdom“location and staff were very friendly and helpful the social hour was an unexpected treat”
GeorgieUnited Kingdom“Breakfast was great but not included in the room Price which was a shame.”- WWakefieldUnited Kingdom“lovely decor etc but the staff make the hotel really special”
StuartUnited Kingdom“the design is fabulous and the overall feel is really good”
JaniceUnited Kingdom“it had real character and was quirky whilst still having all modern conveniences. Breakfast was wonderful and the social hour drinks were a lovely touch too. my family also enjoyed their time in the spa.”
AlisonUnited Kingdom“the service from the staff as soon as we arrived was excellent I was up for a belated 50th birthday surprise and I was wished a happy belated birthday as we were checking in and a bottle of fizz was waiting in the room.”
LizridleyUnited Kingdom“The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spotless and you can ask reception to bring anything you need, from deodorant to a coffee machine.”
KateUnited Kingdom“absolutely beautiful hotel, fantastic food and the staff couldn’t have been nicer”
Property questions and answers
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- Is there a liftThe hotel does have lift access to all floors of the hotelAnswered on 16 October 2019
- Is there swimming pool in hotel and does it cost extra to use?Good afternoon We have a Swimming Pool and is free for residents. We have as well a steam room, sauna and a gym free of charge.Answered on 19 November 2019
- Hi is there anywhere in the hotel where you can eat with your dog ?Your are able to dine in the Garden with your dogAnswered on 14 October 2019
- Are there adjoining rooms available?The hotel offers a small number of connecting rooms within our accessible room categoryAnswered on 8 October 2019
- Is there parkingWe do have limited parking available on site. It is a chargeable service at £35/night and requires separate reservation for the parking. You can phone...Answered on 10 May 2021
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1 restaurant on site
BABA
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Open for: Lunch, Dinner
Travel Proud
This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Facilities of Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1
Outdoors
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 35 per day.
Reception services
Cleaning services
Business facilities
Safety & security
General
Wellness facilities
Languages spoken
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 18 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note the property does not accept cash payments due to COVID-19.
The credit or debit card used to book the Advance Purchase rate must be presented to reception upon arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.
Parking is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests are asked to contact the property directly in order to guarantee a space, using the details on the Booking Confirmation. If you would like to reserve a car parking space please contact the Concierge department at the property, once you have made your reservation. Prices of parking are GBP 35 per night.
Smoking is not permitted at the property.
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Children's swimming times are between 07:00 - 09:00 and 16:00 - 20:00 daily.
The credit or debit card used to book the Advance Purchase rate must be presented to reception upon arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.
Parking is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests are asked to contact the property directly in order to guarantee a space, using the details on the Booking Confirmation. If you would like to reserve a car parking space please contact the Concierge department at the property, once you have made your reservation. Prices of parking are GBP 35 per night.
Smoking is not permitted at the property.
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Children's swimming times are between 07:00 - 09:00 and 16:00 - 20:00 daily.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel
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Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- BABA
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The prices at Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin/Double
- Twin
- Single
- Suite
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Check-in at Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel is 1,000 yards from the centre of Edinburgh.
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Guests staying at Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel by:
- Taxi 25min
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Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Bowling
- Tennis court
- Squash
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Pedicure
- Bingo
- Fitness
- Personal trainer
- Steam room
- Stand-up comedy
- Hand massage
- Pub crawls
- Spa/wellness packages
- Facial treatments
- Fitness classes
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Body wrap
- Aerobics
- Couples massage
- Beauty Services
- Back massage
- Movie nights
- Yoga classes
- Manicure
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Walking tours
- Full body massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Body scrub
- Head massage
- Spa facilities
