The 5-star Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg Hotel Edinburgh includes 234 rooms and is situated nearly a 5-minute walk from Water of Leith. This luxurious hotel is located not far from the Leith Princes Street and welcomes its guests to use a solarium, facials, and barbecue grills or to enjoy local cuisine in the onsite à la carte restaurant.
Edinburgh airport is 5 km from the hotel, while the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" is merely 1.3 km away. The Kimpton Edinburgh is within 10 minutes' walk of the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market and beside a garden. The location will allow you to be 2.1 km from the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. This Georgian-style accommodation is near a train station and South Charlotte Street bus stop is around 5 minutes' walk away.
All of the smoke-free rooms are appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a direct dial telephone along with a minibar fridge and coffee/tea making equipment, and some of them include a work area and a dining area. They are furnished with period furniture featuring a writing desk. Offering amenities such as bathrobes and a shower cap, the bathrooms also feature a sink. Guests can enjoy views of the city from Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg Hotel.
This Edinburgh hotel has 3 restaurants which serve a wide range of cuisines, including local and international. The accommodation offers the lounge bar serving finger food and grills. It features an European-style design. Patisserie Maxime is located next to the smoke-free Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg Hotel and serves French dishes, 350 metres away.
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Important information
Check-in:from 15:00 until 23:30
Check-out:from 09:00 until 12:00
Extra beds/cots
The maximum number of extra beds allowed in a room is 1.
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Facilities
Internet access
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Parking
On-site car park
Valet parking
Sports & entertainments
Fitness centre
Skiing
Hiking
Cycling
Tennis court
Bowling
Golf course
Squash
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Aerobics
Services
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Eating places
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Kitchen features
Electric kettle
Business facilities
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children facilities
Cots
Children's menu
Leisure facilities
Indoor swimming pool
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Facilities for disabled guests
Handicap parking
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds
Bathroom features
Free toiletries
Sink
Devices
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Decor
Parquet floor
General facilities
No smoking on site
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Pets
Pets allowed
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Local attractions
West Register House
50 m
The Parish Church of St Cuthbert
250 m
Wojtek "the Soldier Bear" Statue
300 m
Georgian House
200 m
Scott Monument
300 m
Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
700 m
Edinburgh Castle
500 m
Airports
Edinburgh
13 km
Train stations
Edinburgh Waverley station
1.1 km
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All of the smoke-free rooms are appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a direct dial telephone along with a minibar fridge and coffee/tea making equipment, and some of them include a work area and a dining area. They are furnished with period furniture featuring a writing desk. Offering amenities such as bathrobes and a shower cap, the bathrooms also feature a sink. Guests can enjoy views of the city from Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg Hotel.
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Patrick
2024-04-17
8/10
Clean, hospitable hotel with absolutely courteous and well-mannered staff at check-out.
Peter
2024-03-27
9/10
The location was marvellous and good in a beautiful area, not far from the castle, grassmarket street and the Royal Mile, all the attractions and the restraunts and bars. The breakfast was delicious and absolutely fantastic, had plenty of food. The staff was mostly very friendly, some of them especially.
Bill
2024-03-26
7/10
Gorgeous and pleasant hotel, spent our time here lovely. Overall it was extremely pleasant and good sized, with a separate bathroom.
George
2024-03-22
7/10
The hotel had a marvellous and wonderful position, on both days everything ran like clockwork. We had a comfortable bedroom. The service was impeccable, nothing too much trouble.
Paul
2024-03-18
9/10
The hotel was luxurious with top-class personnel on the reception desk. The place had a contemporary atmosphere. The rooms were top-notch & brand-new with a view. The breakfast was delicious and the garden bar was a plus.
Margaret
2024-02-20
8/10
Vibrant trendy boutique hotel with extremely hospitable staff in a member of staff. Fine food. Extremely pleasant and beautifully maintained rooms. Amazing very central location, right by restaurants around Edinburgh, Edinburgh as part of a large group 3 or 4 times a year and nice shops, good restaurants and close to Prince's.
Susan
2024-02-06
9/10
The hotel has marvellous and good location short walk to restaurants around Edinburgh over three days. Booked a room with amazing views of the castle. All members of the staff were mostly very friendly.
Mark
2024-02-05
7/10
Trendy boutique hotel with extremely hospitable and well-mannered staff and amazing views of the castle. A really lovely stay for a 50th Birthday celebration.
James
2024-01-29
8/10
The location is great and stunning, there is a castle and a theatre very close to the hotel. There's plenty of bars and pubs in the vicinity.
George
2024-01-21
9/10
Top-notch room with a view. Great location for my christmas.
Victor
2024-01-17
9/10
We had a delicious meal in the morning and some fab food at the garden bar.
Malcolm
2023-12-14
5/10
Top-notch units with a bath, and very well mannered staff.
A little small bathroom.
Eric
2023-12-07
7/10
The room was decent size with a terrace, clean towels, for instance, just what was needed. Lively staff, offered us wake up calls and ironing. The daily service was perfect. Besides, we parked the car on street.
Liam
2023-12-01
9/10
Marvellous and good location with walking distance to bars and pubs. Mostly very friendly and excellent personnel at check-out.
Paddy
2023-11-20
9/10
Premium king room with great touches such as the yoga mat was the best. The restaurant was nice and the breakfast was delicious and incredible with a vegan option, cornflakes, extra butter.
John
2023-11-19
7/10
Extremely pleasant rooms, reasonably priced, with 50 % sloping ceiling, air conditioning, as for instance.
Adam
2023-11-17
9/10
There were great-sized & air conditioned rooms with view of the castle, bath, for instance. They served excellent food for breakfast. The location was marvellous and incredible, just off the night life of George St, the common areas, and all the shops and restaurants, in a downtown area.
Keith
2023-11-05
7/10
Perfect and incredible location not far from different attractions, and shop's, relaxing base for visiting restaurants and pubs near the hotel. Spacious well appointed room and luxury bathroom.
Charles
2023-10-31
9/10
Marvellous and fantastic location with a castle and a theatre very close to the place. Really enjoyed fairly quiet area.
John
2023-10-10
8/10
The venue is placed in a very central position right in city centre.
Dominic
2023-09-27
7/10
Great location, downtown area. Top-notch and good sized room, holiday base for celebrating birthday.
Ralph
2023-09-25
7/10
The staff members were caring and amazingly attentive. The location was particularly good and incredible, near the centre of Edinburgh and lovely bars and restaurants. Spent our evenings in nearby The Grosvenor enjoying drinks and atmosphere.
Donald
2023-09-22
7/10
The location of the hotel was very central, close to a bus stop with excellent links to the airport, Princes Street and restaurants and shops. Spent our evenings in nearby Ryan's Bar enjoying drinks and atmosphere.
Humphrey
2023-09-21
7/10
The rooms are decent size and extremely pleasant with better lighting in the bedrooms, everything is very good. It is located very close to a castle and a theatre and that's great and beautiful.
Margaret
2023-09-16
8/10
Would come here again if we go to Edinburgh, liked it. The hotel is well-maintained and 1st class with responsive personnel at check-out. Comfortable bed, tastefully decorated room that has a luxurious bathroom.
Ashley
2023-09-02
5/10
Air conditioned & beautifully maintained room with a view of the castle, bath, for example.
Breakfast pretty expensive.
Paul
2023-09-01
8/10
The room is well-maintained with particularly nice views of the castle.
David
2023-08-28
7/10
We got good-sized double room with view of the castle as an upgrade, nice gesture. This hotel had a very central position by Baba restaurant which was Middle Eastern cuisine.
Jennifer
2023-08-27
8/10
Enjoyed the hotel, it is cute little and clean, has good and absolutely perfect location to those tourist attractions.
Ken
2023-08-17
8/10
High quality building and rooms with stylish decoration.
Ken
2023-08-13
7/10
Fantastic, magnificent location in the centre. Great food selection.
David
2023-08-09
5/10
Tastefully decorated room, comfortable bed, nice looking bathroom. Absolutely perfect location with restaurants and pubs near the place.
Not so great views from the window.
David
2023-07-21
7/10
Top-notch and tastefully decorated room, with a luxury bathroom. Such a very good service.
Tim
2023-07-20
8/10
Brilliant food, extremely pleasant and well-maintained room with the beautiful view. A huge variety of products for a delicious and marvellous breakfast.
Michael
2023-07-10
7/10
Thoroughly enjoyed the location to the Waverly train station which is close enough to walk to. Plus, it was so close to a sanctuary to stay while in Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle and several other attractions and Close to main sightseeings. Well-trained and responsive hotel staff in a member of staff and everything was very good.
Charles
2023-07-06
7/10
This top-class, fairly clean property has delicious continental breakfasts and professional staff. The hotel offers unbeatable location to wait until the buses have left. It's near to all the attractions are, the museum & art gallery and Edinburgh. The rooms are well-kept and nicely decorated and have fantastic view of the castle.
Jessie
2023-07-06
8/10
A decent size rooms with kind extras like the tuck box, TV, for instance, and perfect service. Overall great and lovely location just off many nice bars and restaurants, the general areas, and the Garden for Christmas day.
Paul
2023-06-27
8/10
Suitable accommodation for celebrating birthday. Pleasant and fairly clean hotel with pleasant view of the castle. Top-notch and great-sized room and competent staff in a member of staff.
Gerald
2023-06-17
5/10
Pleasant and wonderful hotel in Edinburgh with excellent staff in a member of staff. Delicious and incredible options at breakfast. Amazing and incredible location in Edinburgh, just off shops, restaurants, parks and the green hop on bus, Edinburgh in a convenient location, and Right in the centre of Edinburgh which was very handy for shops. Plus, walking distance to George Street.
Wi-Fi was rather slow.
Ian
2023-06-06
9/10
This was my good stay for a wedding. Nice size and clean hotel, location was marvellous near princes street and usher hall, Edinburgh has to offer, and all the important attractions, great restaurants and shopping. I really enjoyed the historic-style building, top-notch room with a comfortable bed. The breakfast was delicious and enjoyable for the quality; reasonably priced.
Ronald
2023-05-31
9/10
Delicious and enjoyable breakfast, with plenty of food. Top-notch room and bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Kate
2023-05-24
9/10
The rooms are beautifully maintained and the continental breakfast offered has a wide array of dishes. There is an electric kettle and refrigerators.
Billy
2023-05-07
8/10
The rooms are spacious well appointed, the bed is comfortable.
Oliver
2023-04-23
9/10
The room was stocked and great-sized, it was just what we needed. The breakfast was delicious and marvellous with a good choice of great food on offer.
John
2023-04-18
9/10
The staff was mostly very friendly and amicable with advice and suggestions. The location was stunning, not too far from a historic fortress. It also was very close to a castle and a theatre.
Dean
2023-04-12
7/10
The continental breakfast had a good selection. It was in the very central location right on transport. A cool bonus was Mayvn, located nearby, it offered tea and coffee.
Frederick
2023-04-01
7/10
The breakfast was delicious and amazing with a great selection of dishes. Stayed for 3 nights, the staff was best during all this time. I truly enjoyed great and lovely location and the perfect service of the team. I was surprised at nearby Mayvn, they had some goodies, drinks.
Lionel
2023-03-28
8/10
The location of the hotel is amazing, close enough to both tourist and local restaurants, Edinburgh castle and Lyceum theatre, and the louder areas.
Bob
2023-03-05
7/10
Air conditioned room, comfy beds and luxury bathroom. Speedy check-in, easy check-out. Everything very good.
Jack
2023-02-25
7/10
A nice size & fairly clean hotel, very efficient service, good and fab location right on transport. Very nicely furnished and well-kept room with a huge bed and very pleasant experience.
Peter
2023-02-23
7/10
I have just returned from a very good stay in this good budget hotel, luxurious and practical rooms. The staff are all top-class and responsive and can show you venue's really nice garden restaurant. The room is reasonably priced. The breakfast is hot and delicious with regular quality in the confection of the dishes, had tasty food. A stunning location, I would stay here again.
Irene
2023-02-13
7/10
Great location for exploring Edinburgh, highly courteous staff in a member of staff.
Brian
2023-02-05
8/10
The hotel was fairly clean, the staff were superfriendly and accommodating. The property had a very central position near to the common areas and local attractions and the airport. The main bar was busy. It offered welcoming service and appetising food too. Enjoyed our very nice stay there a lot.
Owen
2023-01-24
9/10
Airy rooms were unique in the photographs. We liked the location near to Scotland, the city centre and Edinburgh, it was very central. Had brunch in the Tigerlily Restaurant & Bar, located nearby.
Christian
2023-01-24
9/10
Appetising food and hot drinks. Airy room with 50 % sloping ceiling, and marvellous and incredible location.
John
2023-01-23
8/10
Stunning immaculate rooms with nice views, and an electric kettle, an air conditioning and a personal safe. Plenty of brilliant options for meal.
Gordon
2023-01-21
8/10
The continental breakfast was satisfactory with amazing ambiance. The location was stunning for traveling around Edinburgh, short walk to spa or main restaurant, Dean Village, and Bar, Restaurants & Shops. It was at a medium distance from Fierce Beer, serving fast food.
Kevin
2023-01-21
8/10
Units with a king size bed. A very central location in the New Town, perfect for celebrating birthday.
Richard
2023-01-03
8/10
Stylish and quirky hotel, it was worth its 5 stars. The view from the premium king room was nice. An electric kettle and refrigerators were an advantage.
Patrick
2022-12-25
5/10
The location was marvellous and handy, and we could reach Albert Memorial by walking. There were bars and restaurants nearby.
Well, Wi-Fi signal was very weak.
Shirley
2022-12-04
8/10
It is a quirky hotel with incredible rooms and particularly nice views of the castle. The staff are amicable and attentive, they keep the place fairly clean. The airport is 0.5 km away. Simply nothing too much trouble, very comfortable stay.
Edward
2022-11-28
9/10
The hotel is vibrant, nestled in a lovely building with a stunning location. The airport is 0.5 km away, easy to reach. Every time in Edinburgh we stay in this property.
Peter
2022-11-15
9/10
You will find a kettle, an individual safe and climate control. The location of the hotel is unbeatable, very close to the centre of Edinburgh, shops, and Edinburgh. The staff in general is welcoming and exceptional.
Philip
2022-11-15
9/10
The location was magnificent, for example, Co-op Food was within walking distance of the hotel. The staff were efficient and accommodating during 4 nights we stayed there. The room was spotless and perfect and had an electric kettle, an air conditioning and a personal safe.
Ian
2022-11-05
9/10
Lovely building, luxurious and fashionable rooms. Plenty of facilities like: a fridge, an electric kettle and air conditioning. Location close to the bars and castle and shops.
John
2022-10-18
9/10
Delicious and sensational breakfast with good quality ingredients, warm drinks.
Richard
2022-10-15
8/10
The rooms are spotless and stylish with great touches such as the yoga mat, so that guests have essentials. The location is amazing, at a medium distance from a national portrait gallery.
Walter
2022-09-28
9/10
Lots of brilliant food at breakfast time. A multi-channel television, a sitting area and ironing facilities available in the twin room.
Ruth
2022-09-26
9/10
Fabulous hotel and stunning location on the Baba restaurant. The staff - pleasant and welcoming. Huge and luxurious room, a shower, a hair dryer and bath robes in the room. Plenty of options, fab food.
Charles
2022-09-03
9/10
We didn't have time, so stayed here only for 4 nights, nevertheless everything was perfect. We loved the Middle Eastern cuisine in the restaurant. Check in was the best.
Suzanne
2022-08-20
8/10
Had a comfortable stay here. It was fairly clean, staff was efficient and exceptional. And it was spotless and had an extremely comfy bed.
Andrew
2022-08-18
8/10
Unique base for 1 night in Edinburgh, stylish and quaint hotel. Spotless and luxurious room with a fridge, an electric kettle and air conditioning. The restaurant was nice, for dinner.
Stewart
2022-08-04
8/10
It had brilliant food, attentive and efficient staff. The location was magnificent and fab very close to a castle and a sanctuary. There was lots of bars and pubs nearby to try.
William
2022-07-23
9/10
Our room was beautifully designed, included with a king size bed, friendly atmosphere, for instance, had a really lovely stay. Also - next to the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, castle and Christmas markets.
John
2022-06-27
6/10
We lovely spend 1 night in Edinburgh. We ate at a reasonably priced restaurant with friendly staff.
The area was really busy.
David
2022-06-23
7/10
Loved the place, had a good stay at the kimpton with great check in experience. The breakfast was delicious, with affable staff and lots of food.
That air conditioning was a bit noisy.
Joyce
2022-06-06
8/10
Enjoyed staff and amenities, they were nice. The restaurant was very nice in ground floor, I tried amazing dishes. Such a large bed and lovely furniture.
Richard
2022-06-04
8/10
Stylish property, fairly clean, FRIENDLY service and great value.
Mark
2022-05-15
9/10
The staff were efficient and amicable all the time.
Jim
2022-04-24
7/10
This is relaxing and clean hotel with contemporary rooms and fairly friendly stuff.
Erik
2022-04-15
9/10
The room we booked was well-kept and brand-new with nice touches like complimentary water and bath, for instance. Central location of this brand-new hotel was a bonus. Also, it was not too far from Co-op Food. The bus stop was 5 minutes' walk away.
Charles
2022-04-12
7/10
Fairly clean hotel, fab location close to the castle, tasty breakfast.
David
2022-04-03
9/10
Many things to mention - everything was clean, incredible food, good views. Appreciated the elegant premium king room with a great design. It was surely a decent stay for a fantastic weekend.
Charlie
2022-03-11
5/10
Good value hotel with very clean pool and quiet location so close to the main shops, the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh. The room was functional and decent sized, plus the bed was super.
Views were extremely poor.
Francis
2022-03-01
9/10
We liked the very central location and how clean the place was kept.
Frank
2022-02-18
9/10
We were there for 4 nights, overall had a very comfortable stay.
Anthony
2022-01-03
9/10
Easy location, savoury breakfast and discreet people. I booked warm room with awesome view. Loved their free soft drinks, served in the main bar. Had no problem using their easy free parking, the internet was great.
Bob
2021-11-18
9/10
Fabulous stay, perfect place for wedding. Nice service, personable and sympathetic staff.
Jake
2021-11-09
8/10
It was an outstanding stay, mini place. Calm staff, impeccably clean quiet bedrooms.
Craig
2021-10-11
8/10
Everything in this hotel was nice: incredible location and absolutely amazing staff. There were air conditioning, terrace and Wi-Fi in the room, loved that. Daily eggs and coffee for breakfast were perfect. Tidy and charming small venue in New Town district.
James
2021-10-05
7/10
I had a really amazing stay. Unbeatable location, exceptionally clean hotel, big rooms. Were all super-friendly! Attentive service and an exceptional restaurant, available onsite. In Wildfire, located nearby I had Lebanese meals.
Albert
2021-08-11
8/10
Everything was wonderful, but we stayed for 4 nights only. Appealing place, clean, immaculate rooms and phenomenal staff. Perfect views. Quick check-in and exceptional customer service. Location near restaurants and bars.
Mary
2021-08-04
9/10
Trendy room, cute accommodation and warm hearted staff. We loved its impressive location close to the city centre. We easily caught the bus minutes from the hotel at South Charlotte Street bus station.
Claude
2021-08-02
9/10
The hotel is exceptional and more than clean, I loved its terrific staff and location. Found in an vibrant area. Plus, the venue is based 25 minutes walk from royal botanic garden edinburgh, popular spot in the city.
Nick
2021-07-10
9/10
Rooms are just lovely, staff is extremely courteous, and location is VERY HANDY. Enjoyable breakfast, polite service. A lovely stay with a heated swimming pool.
John
2021-06-01
6/10
well appointed room, wonderful views and exceptional breakfast! good choice of supplies in the room: air conditioning and coffee facilities.
There's bad smell in some areas.
Daniel
2021-05-31
8/10
The room was perfectly clean, the staff was exceptionally wonderful, and it was near where we needed to be. Their barista, can't remember the name, was top! Beautiful views from the window. In the restaurant they served British cuisine dishes🙂
William
2021-04-01
8/10
The place was spotless and staff were incredibly kind, I loved top location. The continental breakfast was fairly nice and had a good choice of meals.
Amy
2020-10-20
9/10
We appreciated our 1 night here. Great location, modern design, welcoming staff. The bed was comfortable, we had a good rest.
Leonard
2020-10-08
8/10
It was a 5-star hotel in every way. We had goodies and coffee at The Garden, it was located a short way from the venue.
Ralph
2020-09-08
8/10
Stayed here before and will be back.
Bernard
2020-02-11
8/10
We went to rose street cafe for dinner, it was only 500 metres away and we where satisfied. Royal mile and other tourist spots were near to this hotel...
Geoffrey
2020-01-01
9/10
We appreciated the service and staff and realistic prices. If you want to eat nearby, try Wildfire, which is situated 100 m away
