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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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2 bars/lounges
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Exterior
Indoor pool
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 23.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 14.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 23.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 23.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26.5 sq m
  • 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

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
  • 34.2 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
TV
  • 59.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 59.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4HQ

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Johnnie Walker Princes Street - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Baba - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Alexander Graham Bell - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Princes Street Gardens
Located close to Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a massage, a body wrap, and a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Mediterranean cuisine. Pilates classes and yoga classes are offered at the gym; Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG also has 2 bars, a business center, and a steam room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a sauna.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and free newspapers
  • Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 199 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Refrigerators, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles

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

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Crowne Plaza Edinburgh
Crowne Plaza Edinburgh Roxburghe
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Crowne Plaza Roxburghe Hotel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Crowne Plaza
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Roxburghe Hotel Edinburgh
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Hotel Macdonald Roxburghe
The Roxburghe Hotel Edinburgh Scotland
Macdonald Roxburghe Edinburgh
Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square Hotel
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The Roxburghe Hotel
Crowne Plaza Edinburgh The Roxburghe
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Kimpton Charlotte Square Edinburgh
Kimpton Charlotte Square
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Crowne Plaza Edinburgh The Roxburghe
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Hotel Macdonald Roxburghe
Scotland

Frequently asked questions

Does Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG?

Valet parking is available for GBP 45 per night.

What time is check-in at Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Edinburgh Castle and Greyfriars Kirk are also within 1 mi (2 km). Princes Street Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

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Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 747 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 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 stay in the heart of Edinburgh!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great hotel. Fantastic staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel. Great location, staff, facilities and breakfast. Couldn’t recommend enough!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Perfect for the weekend with family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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

10/10

The staff was always going above and beyond and we were so thankful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautiful hotel, great location, and friendly staff. The only improvement would be 24 hour gym access.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Walkable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

It was an excellent time and we enjoyed our stay a lot! Especially the friendly staff always went the extra mile and made our stay as convenient as possible. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

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

Amazing property in the heart of EDI! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

NICE STAFF
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

Was adequete
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

A beautiful hotel, the staff were brilliant everyone we came into contact with were so welcoming. Really great location for a city break stay, beautiful room a real gem in the heart of Edinburgh
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Lovely rooms, wonderful staff and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The staff went above and beyond. Place was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Excellent room with a very comfortable bed. Dining very casual for a 5-star hotel. Parking terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Lovely hotel, great staff! Very attentive and just amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Lovely hotel with brilliant staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

The hotel is a little gem with easy access to downtown shopping, restaurants, and local sites. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

This is my go to hotel in Edinburgh. Convenient for everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Nice and central area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024