Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Elegance near vibrant city attractions

Beautifully designed with elegant decor, this hotel is perfectly situated near major attractions, dining, and shopping. Enjoy the pool, spa, well-equipped gym, and delightful Lebanese-style tapas at the renowned restaurant Baba.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 1,421
AED 1,791 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

Room options

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Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (New Town View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Twin Bed (City)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed (Essential)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Essential)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Townhouse)

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Charlotte Square View)

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room (Sleeping)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Alba Skylark)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

HOUSE ECONOMY

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

HOUSE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG is near a train station. Greyfriars Kirk and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Princes Street Gardens and Arthur's Seat. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4HQ

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a statue, a clock tower, and a busy street.
    George Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A golden fountain with statues in a park with a large building in the background.
    Princes Street Gardens
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A large, circular building with a modern design, featuring a curved roof and multiple windows.
    Edinburgh International Conference Centre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Johnnie Walker Princes Street
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Indigo Yard
    5 min walk
  • Popeyes
    2 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

  • Luxury hotel near Princes Street Gardens
  • Located close to Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 2 bars. Indulge in a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure, and a body wrap at Kimpton Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Mediterranean cuisine. Pilates classes and fitness classes are offered at the gym; Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG also has a business center, a steam room, and a sauna. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • 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 smoke-free premises
    • A banquet hall, a porter/bellhop, and a computer station
    • Guest reviews say great things about 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

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Program. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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)

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Does Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG?

As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG on 30 August 2026 start from AED 1,421, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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