Charlotte Square
Georgian grandeur meets modern Scottish cool. Eclectic hand-curated art, rich leather upholstery, plush fabrics with touches of tartan, and a magnetic social atmosphere. Formal on the outside; relaxed and genuinely welcoming on the inside.
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Why It Matters
199 rooms and 18 suites across seven historic Georgian townhouses in Edinburgh's New Town UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the very few city-centre Edinburgh hotels with a full underground spa and indoor pool. Hosts BABA, a destination Levantine restaurant popular with locals, and the acclaimed tasting-menu restaurant Aizle in its glass-roofed Garden Room. Kimpton's globally famous complimentary Social Hour (free wine, beer, soft drinks 5–6pm daily) and a completely pet-friendly policy regardless of size or breed round out the offer.
Seven interconnected Georgian townhouses on one of Edinburgh's most handsome private garden squares. The exterior looks like it belongs in a period drama; step inside and everything shifts. A glass-roofed central courtyard hums with locals doing coffee meetings, travellers unwinding, and friends celebrating — the energy is genuinely warm rather than performatively grand. Below it all sits a proper underground spa with a 12-metre mood-lit pool, a rare find for any city-centre hotel.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Alba Skylark Suite
The standout suite for architectural drama — a heritage cupola ceiling feature with electric blinds floods the space with natural light. At 50–67 sqm, this is among the largest accommodations in the hotel. Partitioned living room, full marble bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub, and all the usual suite extras. The cupola alone is worth the upgrade.
King · 58.5 sqm
Double Double Premium
The most space-generous standard room, at 43 sqm with two beds plus a sofa bed. Comfortable for families of up to five or six if children are in the group. All the same smart touches — artwork, rainfall showers, tuck box — with far more floor space than the entry rooms.
2 Double + Sofa Bed · 43 sqm
Essential Room
Entry-level rooms with a double or twin configuration, housed in both the original Georgian townhouses and the modern wing. Neutral tones with curated art, 300 thread-count linen, a mini fridge stocked with complimentary fresh milk and mineral water, and a tuck box of treats. Small but well thought-out — don't expect a sprawling footprint.
19.5 sqm
King Studio Suite
Open-plan studio-style suite with a king bed in the Georgian townhouses. Fresh flowers on arrival, complimentary minibar, and a Nespresso machine make these feel genuinely indulgent. Ceramic and marble bathrooms with walk-in showers. Suites get Dyson hairdryers — a small but appreciated detail.
King · 36 sqmNo.33 The Townhouse Suite
The largest and most lavish suite in the hotel at 74 sqm, occupying the ground floor of the Georgian townhouses with a separate living room and dining area. Two 48-inch Smart TVs, a roll-top bath, walk-in shower, ceramic and marble finishes throughout. This suite sits within No. 33 at Charlotte Square, the private townhouse wing with its own entrance.
King · 74 sqmOne Bedroom Suite with Charlotte Square View
A proper partitioned one-bedroom suite with views over the private Charlotte Square garden. Ceramic and marble bathrooms with both a walk-in shower and a bathtub. The garden view is a genuine selling point — you're looking onto one of Edinburgh's most exclusive green spaces. All suites extras included: minibar, fresh flowers, Nespresso.
King · 36 sqmPremium Room
A step up in space and finish from the Essential, with king or twin configurations located in both the townhouse and modern wing. Slightly more room to breathe, with a larger workspace and upgraded bathroom amenities. Rainfall showers and bathrobes are standard.
23 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hotel guests have exclusive access to the private Charlotte Square garden — a rarity in Edinburgh. Great for a morning walk or for guests travelling with pets.
Fully equipped gym with Technogym cardio equipment, Peloton bikes, free weights, stretch zones, and strength stations. Classes include Pilates, HIIT, spin, and yoga.
Immersive walking tours of Edinburgh led by guides with lived experience of homelessness, run by social enterprise Invisible Cities. The tours blend personal stories with historical insights for a genuinely different perspective on the city.
The hotel's quirky plant lending programme — guests can borrow a houseplant to keep in their room during their stay.
Saturday morning guided run departing from the hotel at 8:30am, exploring historic Edinburgh on foot. Free for guests.
Complimentary evening drinks for all hotel guests, held in BABA Bar every evening 5–6pm. Unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks. A genuine Kimpton brand staple and a real perk for guests.
Borrow wellness equipment from reception at no charge: foam rollers, theraguns, LED face masks, recovery compression boots, grounding mats, and Lumi SAD lamps. In partnership with Technogym and Swell Sound Therapy.
Guests can borrow from six signature Strathberry handbag styles — all handcrafted in Scotland — for the duration of their stay. Free to borrow via the Concierge desk.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Communication-accessible features available in every guest room upon request. Comprehensive accessibility guide available via AccessAble partnership.
Business center available on-site, alongside multiple meeting and event spaces.
Enhanced room service menu with Scottish specialities and international dishes delivered to rooms.
A hotel-within-a-hotel with a private entrance. Features 12 guest rooms (including signature and junior suites), two private event spaces (The Dining Room and The Drawing Room), and a dedicated personal host. Can accommodate up to 20 guests for exclusive use. Includes complimentary refreshments, Nespresso, daily Scottish breakfast, and valet parking.
Valet parking available at £45 per night. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis — contact Concierge in advance to reserve.
All pets welcome regardless of size, weight, or breed at no extra charge. Dog amenities include a bed loaner, food and water bowls, and mat in guest room. Pets are greeted by name on arrival.
Full concierge team available for local tips, bookings, and arrangements. Contact at concierge@kimptoncharlottesquare.com.
12-metre mood-lit indoor pool in the underground spa. Open weekdays 6:30am–9pm, weekends 7am–9pm. Children's swim slots: 8–9am, 12–1pm, and 4–5pm daily.
Thermal suite with both sauna and steam room in the Spa at Charlotte Square.
Free WiFi throughout the hotel for all IHG One Rewards members. Available in all rooms and public areas.
Tesla chauffeur service available for guests.
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