Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
US$479
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$479
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG average US$193 in the cheapest month (January) and US$574 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$193 |
| February | US$220 |
| March | US$254 |
| April | US$321 |
| May | US$450 |
| June | US$455 |
| July | US$444 |
| August | US$574 |
| September | US$479 |
| October | US$457 |
| November | US$334 |
| December | US$334 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$574)
Cheapest: January (~US$193)
About this property
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include compliment...
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out.
Dining
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at BABA, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 199 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG is centrally located in Edinburgh, a 2-minute walk from Princes Street Gardens and 12 minutes by foot from Edinburgh International Conference Centre. This luxury hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from St. Giles' Cathedral and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Greyfriars Kirk.
What's nearby
George Street(0.1 Miles)
Charlotte Square(0.1 Miles)
Princes Street(0.1 Miles)
Princes Street Gardens(0.1 Miles)
Georgian House(0.1 Miles)
Johnnie Walker Princes Street(0.1 Miles)
Assembly Rooms(0.3 Miles)
Usher Hall(0.4 Miles)
Dean Village(0.5 Miles)
Grassmarket(0.5 Miles)
Scottish National Gallery(0.5 Miles)
Scott Monument(0.6 Miles)
St. Andrew Square(0.6 Miles)
Edinburgh International Conference Centre(0.6 Miles)
The Hub(0.7 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(9.1 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Business centre
Room service
Valet parking
Location
38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
George Street (0.1 Miles)
Charlotte Square (0.1 Miles)
Princes Street (0.1 Miles)
Princes Street Gardens (0.1 Miles)
Georgian House (0.1 Miles)
Johnnie Walker Princes Street (0.1 Miles)
Guest reviews
9
Superb
Based on 1,834 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
15%
Couple
50%
Family
16%
Group
14%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Travellers consistently praise Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG for its warm, attentive service, walkable New Town location, and appealing amenities like the spa, pool, gym, and nightly social hour with complimentary drinks, creating an inviting base for Edinburgh visits.
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What guests think
Travellers consistently praise Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG for its warm, attentive service, walkable New Town location, and appealing amenities like the spa, pool, gym, and nightly social hour with complimentary drinks, creating an inviting base for Edinburgh visits.
Rooms are generally comfortable and well appointed, though several reviews mention small layouts, limited views, and occasional street or nightclub noise affecting sleep. Breakfast and on‑site dining receive many compliments, but feedback is mixed overall, with reports of underwhelming buffet items, poor coffee, and mediocre bar drinks. A few guests note maintenance or housekeeping hiccups and say prices and parking can feel high, but most describe a polished, relaxing stay. Expect a stylish city stay with standout service and handy leisure facilities.
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Facilities
Spa with pool and sauna is praised, and the gym is well equipped. Social hour is popular, while parking is limited or pricey and a few note mediocre bar drinks.
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Naomi
10 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Booked for a staycation in the city. The staff and facilities were all top notch and we enjoyed all of it, especially the pool!
Booked for a staycation in the city. The staff and facilities were all top notch and we enjoyed all of it, especially the pool!
10
Cassandra
30 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel in central location with friendly and welcoming staff. Love that they offer a social hour with a free drink in the bar. Hotel spa and pool were great to unwind in after a busy day’s sightseeing. Highly recommend.
Excellent hotel in central location with friendly and welcoming staff. Love that they offer a social hour with a free drink in the bar. Hotel spa and pool were great to unwind in after a busy day’s sightseeing. Highly recommend.
10
Karen
23 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Too short stay (only one night) at this cool boutique hotel. Very comfortable bed and warm, homey and nicely designed rooms. Pool steam room and sauna not to be missed. Well appointed gym complete with weights, erg and Pelaton. Staff is attentive with desire to please.
Too short stay (only one night) at this cool boutique hotel. Very comfortable bed and warm, homey and nicely designed rooms. Pool steam room and sauna not to be missed. Well appointed gym complete with weights, erg and Pelaton. Staff is attentive with desire to please.
8
William
4 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent room with a very comfortable bed. Dining very casual for a 5-star hotel. Parking terrible.
Excellent room with a very comfortable bed. Dining very casual for a 5-star hotel. Parking terrible.
10
Anthony
23 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel and in a good location slightly away from hustle and bustle. Excellent service from all members of staff. The happy hour is great- drinks on them 5-6pm. Baba restaurant is also excellent and actually good value too. It’s very busy so ensure you book. Overall highly recommended and will stay there again.
Excellent hotel and in a good location slightly away from hustle and bustle. Excellent service from all members of staff. The happy hour is great- drinks on them 5-6pm. Baba restaurant is also excellent and actually good value too. It’s very busy so ensure you book. Overall highly recommended and will stay there again.
8
Malcolm
10 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
£350 a night is high for the rooms. Service is good, parking overnight is high. Unfortunately a dog was left in the room next door and barked between 3.00 am and 4am non stop. I called the desk and the owner had left the dog alone. It was taken downstairs thankfully.
£350 a night is high for the rooms. Service is good, parking overnight is high. Unfortunately a dog was left in the room next door and barked between 3.00 am and 4am non stop. I called the desk and the owner had left the dog alone. It was taken downstairs thankfully.
10
Henry
1 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
An excellent stay and well worth the extra! Staff were helpful and friendly without having to ask things were done for you. Pool and gym was a great space, rooms were comfortable and homely. The hotel had a lovely feel an atmosphere that you didn't want to leave.
An excellent stay and well worth the extra! Staff were helpful and friendly without having to ask things were done for you. Pool and gym was a great space, rooms were comfortable and homely. The hotel had a lovely feel an atmosphere that you didn't want to leave.
10
Christopher
5 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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
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
10
Vera
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My only change would be 24 hour gym
My only change would be 24 hour gym
8
Tanya
21 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a beautiful hotel in an excellent location! While the staff was very nice, the bar needs real bartenders (drinks was mediocre) and breakfast was unimpressive for such as nice hotel.
This was a beautiful hotel in an excellent location! While the staff was very nice, the bar needs real bartenders (drinks was mediocre) and breakfast was unimpressive for such as nice hotel.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are generally clean and well kept. A few guests report missed housekeeping, corridor odors, or some wear in bathrooms and halls.
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Sarah
2 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,358 nights
Great location with all the facilities you would expect to find. Only small downside was our room wasn’t cleaned on one of the days.
Great location with all the facilities you would expect to find. Only small downside was our room wasn’t cleaned on one of the days.
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Dougie
22 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location with wonderful, friendly staff - particularly the bar staff. The only reason for the "Average" rating for cleanliness was because we were there for two nights and for some reason our room wasn't cleaned for the second night. Not a major problem, we received a genuine apology AND the receptionist cancelled our bar bill to compensate. Excellent way to deal with a problem, well done. will definitely visit again.
Great location with wonderful, friendly staff - particularly the bar staff. The only reason for the "Average" rating for cleanliness was because we were there for two nights and for some reason our room wasn't cleaned for the second night. Not a major problem, we received a genuine apology AND the receptionist cancelled our bar bill to compensate. Excellent way to deal with a problem, well done. will definitely visit again.
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Elli
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very lovely staff, and cutely decorated hotel. I wouldn't call it spotlessly clean, hence 4 stars instead of 5, but I wouldn't mind staying there again. Convenient location too. It would be nice if they had a bit more variety (especially vegetables) in the breakfast buffet.
Very lovely staff, and cutely decorated hotel. I wouldn't call it spotlessly clean, hence 4 stars instead of 5, but I wouldn't mind staying there again. Convenient location too. It would be nice if they had a bit more variety (especially vegetables) in the breakfast buffet.
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Janet
16 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Room cleaning never done. Put in bad room we asked for new room that was ok.
Room cleaning never done. Put in bad room we asked for new room that was ok.
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Magy
16 Sept 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
There is unfavorable smell in the corridor between rooms and in underground in area of restaurant
There is unfavorable smell in the corridor between rooms and in underground in area of restaurant
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jane
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were only there for two nights, but would definitely stay again if we return to Edinburgh. The hotel has a nice daily happy hour, was conveniently located near many great restaurants and shops, and the rooms and shared areas were clean and stylish.
We were only there for two nights, but would definitely stay again if we return to Edinburgh. The hotel has a nice daily happy hour, was conveniently located near many great restaurants and shops, and the rooms and shared areas were clean and stylish.
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Erin
2 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was very clean and the staff extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. Breakfast was v good and location is central to many things
The hotel was very clean and the staff extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. Breakfast was v good and location is central to many things
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Amy
8 May 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Room was clean and peaceful. I would stay here again. Close to many stores, restaurants, and transportation.
Room was clean and peaceful. I would stay here again. Close to many stores, restaurants, and transportation.
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Boris
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This beautiful hotel has many great features. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped. The best breakfast in town. Staff was helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!
This beautiful hotel has many great features. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped. The best breakfast in town. Staff was helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!
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Justin
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel and fantastic service! The bed was extremely comfortable and the staff were kind enough to hold on to our luggage after we checked out of our room so we could explore the city We had a very pleasant experience all around. Highly recommended if staying in Edinburgh!
Beautiful hotel and fantastic service! The bed was extremely comfortable and the staff were kind enough to hold on to our luggage after we checked out of our room so we could explore the city We had a very pleasant experience all around. Highly recommended if staying in Edinburgh!
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Rooms
Comfortable, stylish rooms, but sizes vary widely and some feel cramped or have limited views. Street or nightclub noise impacts certain rooms, while others report quiet stays and comfy beds.
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Louis
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We enjoyed our 5 night stay and appreciated the hotel amenities. Hotel location was very convenient to shops and restaurants. Our room (#105) was spacious and comfortable with one glaring exception - the bathroom sink was so close to the toilet that I could not stand in front of it, and it was ridiculously small and low. Disappointing as I had specifically inquired about the bathroom when checking in. The rest of the bathroom and bedroom were very nice. If I returned, I would ask to see the room before checking in. The small “tuck box” of goodies was appreciated and refilled daily - a lovely touch. The birthday greetings provided for my husband were outstanding and also appreciated. The staff members were very nice and the breakfast was lovely.
We enjoyed our 5 night stay and appreciated the hotel amenities. Hotel location was very convenient to shops and restaurants. Our room (#105) was spacious and comfortable with one glaring exception - the bathroom sink was so close to the toilet that I could not stand in front of it, and it was ridiculously small and low. Disappointing as I had specifically inquired about the bathroom when checking in. The rest of the bathroom and bedroom were very nice. If I returned, I would ask to see the room before checking in. The small “tuck box” of goodies was appreciated and refilled daily - a lovely touch. The birthday greetings provided for my husband were outstanding and also appreciated. The staff members were very nice and the breakfast was lovely.
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joanne
4 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning hotel, inside & out. Very attentive staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Very comfortable room. Great location for shopping, restaurants, sights in Edinburgh & public transport. Easy walking distance too. Sadly, slept badly the 2nd night due to noise from public, in the street, until 03.30. Staff at the hotel were very apologetic but obviously it’s not their fault. We would recommend this hotel to others.
Stunning hotel, inside & out. Very attentive staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Very comfortable room. Great location for shopping, restaurants, sights in Edinburgh & public transport. Easy walking distance too. Sadly, slept badly the 2nd night due to noise from public, in the street, until 03.30. Staff at the hotel were very apologetic but obviously it’s not their fault. We would recommend this hotel to others.
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Nicole
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
So happy with our choice to stay here. Truly wonderful staff who stepped out to take our luggage before we even walked in, checked in via text message each day, gave us great dining recommendations each night… We were very impressed with them. The room is a little smaller, but so well appointed with Scottish decor. Lots of hotel amenities. Only negative was loud people outside on our side of the building from a bar/disco or something. Did keep or wake us up a few nights. Otherwise lovely and will definitely stay again if we return.
So happy with our choice to stay here. Truly wonderful staff who stepped out to take our luggage before we even walked in, checked in via text message each day, gave us great dining recommendations each night… We were very impressed with them. The room is a little smaller, but so well appointed with Scottish decor. Lots of hotel amenities. Only negative was loud people outside on our side of the building from a bar/disco or something. Did keep or wake us up a few nights. Otherwise lovely and will definitely stay again if we return.
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Sharjeel
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was very small, very unhappy about it.
The room was very small, very unhappy about it.
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Paula
7 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel but must question if it really is a 5 star! More like a 4 star. Our room was quite small which ended up meaning one had to sit on the bed so the other person could get to the bathroom. The view from our room was of air conditioning units siting on a roof. Pillows not to our liking but that’s a personal preference. Baba restaurant was amazing and I would def eat here again. Staff in the hotel are very attentive.
Nice hotel but must question if it really is a 5 star! More like a 4 star. Our room was quite small which ended up meaning one had to sit on the bed so the other person could get to the bathroom. The view from our room was of air conditioning units siting on a roof. Pillows not to our liking but that’s a personal preference. Baba restaurant was amazing and I would def eat here again. Staff in the hotel are very attentive.
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Elizabeth
7 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Baba restaurant - the food was very spicy and fish not cooked properly. Badly lit bar area. Bedroom small for a King premium room with no walk-in shower. Intercontinental George a far superior hotel.
Baba restaurant - the food was very spicy and fish not cooked properly. Badly lit bar area. Bedroom small for a King premium room with no walk-in shower. Intercontinental George a far superior hotel.
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Nicole
28 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Centrally located on a beautiful Georgian square. Safe and quiet yet near to downtown and within walking distance of many other wonderful Edinburgh neighborhoods. That said, the room I reserved was tiny with a small and very hard bed. I was expecting a lot more for the very high nightly rate I paid. I reserved this hotel as a special luxury treat and was very disappointed in the experience.
Centrally located on a beautiful Georgian square. Safe and quiet yet near to downtown and within walking distance of many other wonderful Edinburgh neighborhoods. That said, the room I reserved was tiny with a small and very hard bed. I was expecting a lot more for the very high nightly rate I paid. I reserved this hotel as a special luxury treat and was very disappointed in the experience.
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Alaina
18 Sept 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
All of the staff were great. Very helpful and accommodating. Simon in particular made sure we were well taken care of. The only negative thing was due to the bars in relatively close proximity. That activity happening outside my window was quite loud and didn't quiet down until after 2am when everything finally closed. Of course this isn't something the hotel staff can do anything about, but it's something to be aware of if you're bothered by noise.
All of the staff were great. Very helpful and accommodating. Simon in particular made sure we were well taken care of. The only negative thing was due to the bars in relatively close proximity. That activity happening outside my window was quite loud and didn't quiet down until after 2am when everything finally closed. Of course this isn't something the hotel staff can do anything about, but it's something to be aware of if you're bothered by noise.
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Simone
30 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The premium room with a view was absolutely terrible. Very small with no view at all other than a back street with lots of graffiti.
The premium room with a view was absolutely terrible. Very small with no view at all other than a back street with lots of graffiti.
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Sue
18 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was lovely and imaginative but room was small and over-priced.
Hotel was lovely and imaginative but room was small and over-priced.
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Service
Consistently warm, proactive service with helpful concierge, thoughtful touches, and swift problem resolution. Isolated issues include a poor check‑in, billing concerns, or delayed follow‑through.
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Radek
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property was fine. The area was amazing. But the staff at checking seemed confused. I only stayed one night … but just noticed that my credit card had been charged three (3) times?? Can you please assist me to correct this. I was charged twice by the Kimton Hotel $450.28 CDN on July 19 and $540.41 CDN also on July 19 and $617.86 CDN by Expedia on July 18th? I can’t believe that this could happen. Can you please contact me by email at rsedivy@telus.net. Thank you Radek Sedivy
The property was fine. The area was amazing. But the staff at checking seemed confused. I only stayed one night … but just noticed that my credit card had been charged three (3) times?? Can you please assist me to correct this. I was charged twice by the Kimton Hotel $450.28 CDN on July 19 and $540.41 CDN also on July 19 and $617.86 CDN by Expedia on July 18th? I can’t believe that this could happen. Can you please contact me by email at rsedivy@telus.net. Thank you Radek Sedivy
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Nicole
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
So happy with our choice to stay here. Truly wonderful staff who stepped out to take our luggage before we even walked in, checked in via text message each day, gave us great dining recommendations each night… We were very impressed with them. The room is a little smaller, but so well appointed with Scottish decor. Lots of hotel amenities. Only negative was loud people outside on our side of the building from a bar/disco or something. Did keep or wake us up a few nights. Otherwise lovely and will definitely stay again if we return.
So happy with our choice to stay here. Truly wonderful staff who stepped out to take our luggage before we even walked in, checked in via text message each day, gave us great dining recommendations each night… We were very impressed with them. The room is a little smaller, but so well appointed with Scottish decor. Lots of hotel amenities. Only negative was loud people outside on our side of the building from a bar/disco or something. Did keep or wake us up a few nights. Otherwise lovely and will definitely stay again if we return.
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Kirsty
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was only a one night stay, partly for work, partly to celebrate my birthday. Check-in was excellent, very friendly, attentive & welcoming, a free upgrade was offered as it was my birthday & time was taken to personally show us around the hotel facilities. The reception, lobby, dining areas & Spa are beautifully decorated, there are so many staff, all of whom are highly trained & exceptionally helpful & friendly. On arrival to our room, a hand written birthday card & plate of chocolates & macarons had been left out for me, a very nice touch. Everything you’d want or need in a room was there, the bed was very comfortable, there was virtually no sound coming from anywhere, lovely shower & toiletries. My only gripe would be that the room was a bit drab & not decorated to anything like the same standard as the main areas of the hotel; also, we could not access the aircon panel, as it was obscured by the wardrobe, it was quite stuffy in our room overnight & you couldn’t open the window. We ate dinner at Aizle which was excellent and lunch at Baba which was delicious. Breakfast was a wee bit disappointing, there was a huge selection of things but they were rather ordinary & I would’ve expected a much more imaginative & out of the ordinary offering for £30 p/person from this standard of hotel - we had to send back a pain au chocolat as it was stale & hard. All in all though, our stay was lovely, the staff amazing & would highly recommend.
This was only a one night stay, partly for work, partly to celebrate my birthday. Check-in was excellent, very friendly, attentive & welcoming, a free upgrade was offered as it was my birthday & time was taken to personally show us around the hotel facilities. The reception, lobby, dining areas & Spa are beautifully decorated, there are so many staff, all of whom are highly trained & exceptionally helpful & friendly. On arrival to our room, a hand written birthday card & plate of chocolates & macarons had been left out for me, a very nice touch. Everything you’d want or need in a room was there, the bed was very comfortable, there was virtually no sound coming from anywhere, lovely shower & toiletries. My only gripe would be that the room was a bit drab & not decorated to anything like the same standard as the main areas of the hotel; also, we could not access the aircon panel, as it was obscured by the wardrobe, it was quite stuffy in our room overnight & you couldn’t open the window. We ate dinner at Aizle which was excellent and lunch at Baba which was delicious. Breakfast was a wee bit disappointing, there was a huge selection of things but they were rather ordinary & I would’ve expected a much more imaginative & out of the ordinary offering for £30 p/person from this standard of hotel - we had to send back a pain au chocolat as it was stale & hard. All in all though, our stay was lovely, the staff amazing & would highly recommend.
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Evie
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible birthday night away, got two free drinks for the occasion for the hotel bar BABA, as well as the lovely woman on check-in who gave us an upgraded room for the occasion. I don’t remember her name but she was working on 20/06 and was so lovely and helpful. Had a slight leak with the A/C which didn’t bother us at all, but it was immediately fixed whilst we were popped out for the evening and two gin and tonics were left for us on our return. Lovely food and drinks, beautiful hotel no complaints at all. Also check out in 12 so no rushing at all. 5 Stars all round.
Incredible birthday night away, got two free drinks for the occasion for the hotel bar BABA, as well as the lovely woman on check-in who gave us an upgraded room for the occasion. I don’t remember her name but she was working on 20/06 and was so lovely and helpful. Had a slight leak with the A/C which didn’t bother us at all, but it was immediately fixed whilst we were popped out for the evening and two gin and tonics were left for us on our return. Lovely food and drinks, beautiful hotel no complaints at all. Also check out in 12 so no rushing at all. 5 Stars all round.
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David
24 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Superb hotel. Amazing service. Perfect from start to finish.
Superb hotel. Amazing service. Perfect from start to finish.
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Philip
6 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Throughly enjoyed stay at the Kimpton whose staff went above and beyond to make our stay very special. Guest Services helped arranging a surprise for my partner with flowers, chocolates and Prosecco on arrival. We had a great weekend in Edinburgh and would hope to stay again in the Kimpton on a next visit.
Throughly enjoyed stay at the Kimpton whose staff went above and beyond to make our stay very special. Guest Services helped arranging a surprise for my partner with flowers, chocolates and Prosecco on arrival. We had a great weekend in Edinburgh and would hope to stay again in the Kimpton on a next visit.
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Courtney
7 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing Hotel, great location. Staff went above and beyond especially Zoe on Reception! Highly recommend!
Amazing Hotel, great location. Staff went above and beyond especially Zoe on Reception! Highly recommend!
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Ahmet
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was perfect and most of the staff were very friendly. The bellboys and breakfast staff were especially great. However, the check-in experience was poor — the guy at reception couldn’t find my reservation and just said, “No, can’t find your booking,” without offering any help. I had to type my name on my phone and show it to him before he finally found it. The room itself was also disappointing. It had a small window in the back corner facing a wall, and it didn’t even open. The bathroom amenities were very basic. Overall, for the price we paid, it felt quite overpriced.
The location was perfect and most of the staff were very friendly. The bellboys and breakfast staff were especially great. However, the check-in experience was poor — the guy at reception couldn’t find my reservation and just said, “No, can’t find your booking,” without offering any help. I had to type my name on my phone and show it to him before he finally found it. The room itself was also disappointing. It had a small window in the back corner facing a wall, and it didn’t even open. The bathroom amenities were very basic. Overall, for the price we paid, it felt quite overpriced.
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Debra
8 Oct 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff is extremely friendly and very helpful. The head of Guest Services, Gavin, did a fantastic job at getting us booked for a tour, and directions for us to drive around Loch Lomand, and recommending Stirling Castle.
The staff is extremely friendly and very helpful. The head of Guest Services, Gavin, did a fantastic job at getting us booked for a tour, and directions for us to drive around Loch Lomand, and recommending Stirling Castle.
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Judy
20 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I love this hotel. The staff are kind, polite, and so helpful. The hotel itself is beautiful and located in an area that’s safe with many dining options. A special shout out to Simon at the front desk who did everything possible to help us with requests whether large or small ones.
I love this hotel. The staff are kind, polite, and so helpful. The hotel itself is beautiful and located in an area that’s safe with many dining options. A special shout out to Simon at the front desk who did everything possible to help us with requests whether large or small ones.
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Location
Central, walkable New Town base close to shops, restaurants, and major sights, with easy transport access. Some rooms face lively streets where late‑night noise can carry.
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Donna
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A little gem away from madness of being on Princes Street. Great staff, fab restaurant, perfect location.
A little gem away from madness of being on Princes Street. Great staff, fab restaurant, perfect location.
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Andrew
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Ideal location. Quality accomodation. Fantastic facilities. Quaint area surrounded by stunning architecture.
Ideal location. Quality accomodation. Fantastic facilities. Quaint area surrounded by stunning architecture.
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joanne
4 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning hotel, inside & out. Very attentive staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Very comfortable room. Great location for shopping, restaurants, sights in Edinburgh & public transport. Easy walking distance too. Sadly, slept badly the 2nd night due to noise from public, in the street, until 03.30. Staff at the hotel were very apologetic but obviously it’s not their fault. We would recommend this hotel to others.
Stunning hotel, inside & out. Very attentive staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Very comfortable room. Great location for shopping, restaurants, sights in Edinburgh & public transport. Easy walking distance too. Sadly, slept badly the 2nd night due to noise from public, in the street, until 03.30. Staff at the hotel were very apologetic but obviously it’s not their fault. We would recommend this hotel to others.
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Anna
17 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We came here on our babymoon and it was just what we needed. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful if they tried - anything we asked for they helped us with. I’ve been struggling with sleep and they delivered more pillows to our room, they were informative about the area and were really helpful with whatever we asked them for. The location is excellent, just around the corner from George Street which was great for shopping and having a slow mooch and coffee.
We came here on our babymoon and it was just what we needed. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful if they tried - anything we asked for they helped us with. I’ve been struggling with sleep and they delivered more pillows to our room, they were informative about the area and were really helpful with whatever we asked them for. The location is excellent, just around the corner from George Street which was great for shopping and having a slow mooch and coffee.
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Nadine
18 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Highly recommend if in the area. Close to the castle & Royal Mile. Lots of dining options nearby. Easy access via public transport. Plus the hotel itself is gorgeous. Staff is great & very helpful.
Highly recommend if in the area. Close to the castle & Royal Mile. Lots of dining options nearby. Easy access via public transport. Plus the hotel itself is gorgeous. Staff is great & very helpful.
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Anthony
23 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel and in a good location slightly away from hustle and bustle. Excellent service from all members of staff. The happy hour is great- drinks on them 5-6pm. Baba restaurant is also excellent and actually good value too. It’s very busy so ensure you book. Overall highly recommended and will stay there again.
Excellent hotel and in a good location slightly away from hustle and bustle. Excellent service from all members of staff. The happy hour is great- drinks on them 5-6pm. Baba restaurant is also excellent and actually good value too. It’s very busy so ensure you book. Overall highly recommended and will stay there again.
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Andrew
25 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Fantastic location and hotel.
Fantastic location and hotel.
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Alaina
18 Sept 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
All of the staff were great. Very helpful and accommodating. Simon in particular made sure we were well taken care of. The only negative thing was due to the bars in relatively close proximity. That activity happening outside my window was quite loud and didn't quiet down until after 2am when everything finally closed. Of course this isn't something the hotel staff can do anything about, but it's something to be aware of if you're bothered by noise.
All of the staff were great. Very helpful and accommodating. Simon in particular made sure we were well taken care of. The only negative thing was due to the bars in relatively close proximity. That activity happening outside my window was quite loud and didn't quiet down until after 2am when everything finally closed. Of course this isn't something the hotel staff can do anything about, but it's something to be aware of if you're bothered by noise.
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Janet
28 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is a little gem with easy access to downtown shopping, restaurants, and local sites. Staff are friendly and helpful.
The hotel is a little gem with easy access to downtown shopping, restaurants, and local sites. Staff are friendly and helpful.
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David James
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A good central and quiet location for Edinburgh
A good central and quiet location for Edinburgh
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Dining
BABA and on‑site options are well liked, and many enjoy the generous breakfast and nightly social hour. Feedback varies: some find buffet items lukewarm, coffee weak, or bar cocktails mediocre.
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CARIN
25 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Gorgeous hotel with amazing indoor patio. Incredible lounge vibe, beautiful room, and delicious breakfast buffet.
Gorgeous hotel with amazing indoor patio. Incredible lounge vibe, beautiful room, and delicious breakfast buffet.
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Hollie
3 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is beautiful, well presented and the welcome is warm and friendly. The rooms were quite pokey for the price however and the breakfast was lacking. The breakfast staff were very polite but we were often left without cutlery, brought the wrong egg / overcooked eggs and one morning they didn’t come at all. The restaurant in the evening was delicious however. The gym facilities are great and spa area is a nice addition in the colder months!
The hotel is beautiful, well presented and the welcome is warm and friendly. The rooms were quite pokey for the price however and the breakfast was lacking. The breakfast staff were very polite but we were often left without cutlery, brought the wrong egg / overcooked eggs and one morning they didn’t come at all. The restaurant in the evening was delicious however. The gym facilities are great and spa area is a nice addition in the colder months!
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J. Pearse
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel location was very convenient . Breakfast was exceptional and the staff was always accommodating and professional. Thanks for a wonderful time.
The hotel location was very convenient . Breakfast was exceptional and the staff was always accommodating and professional. Thanks for a wonderful time.
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Helen
18 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hotel in every way. Staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. The restaurant Baba served delicious Lebanese style tapas.
Excellent hotel in every way. Staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. The restaurant Baba served delicious Lebanese style tapas.
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Anthony
23 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel and in a good location slightly away from hustle and bustle. Excellent service from all members of staff. The happy hour is great- drinks on them 5-6pm. Baba restaurant is also excellent and actually good value too. It’s very busy so ensure you book. Overall highly recommended and will stay there again.
Excellent hotel and in a good location slightly away from hustle and bustle. Excellent service from all members of staff. The happy hour is great- drinks on them 5-6pm. Baba restaurant is also excellent and actually good value too. It’s very busy so ensure you book. Overall highly recommended and will stay there again.
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Natalie
14 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel but breakfast was disappointing. Buffet style (unexpected for cost of room) - luke warm. Waited half an hour for coffee and order was incorrect. Ordered a la carte next day and was much better.
Lovely hotel but breakfast was disappointing. Buffet style (unexpected for cost of room) - luke warm. Waited half an hour for coffee and order was incorrect. Ordered a la carte next day and was much better.
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Pamela
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It’s was ok room very small and old plumbing did not work that well Abe breakfast was horrible for 25 pounds
It’s was ok room very small and old plumbing did not work that well Abe breakfast was horrible for 25 pounds
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John
7 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Breafast was terrible. I would like to get a refund on this please as the toaster broke. This caused comlete chaos i complained at the time
Breafast was terrible. I would like to get a refund on this please as the toaster broke. This caused comlete chaos i complained at the time
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Boris
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This beautiful hotel has many great features. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped. The best breakfast in town. Staff was helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!
This beautiful hotel has many great features. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped. The best breakfast in town. Staff was helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!
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Tanya
21 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a beautiful hotel in an excellent location! While the staff was very nice, the bar needs real bartenders (drinks was mediocre) and breakfast was unimpressive for such as nice hotel.
This was a beautiful hotel in an excellent location! While the staff was very nice, the bar needs real bartenders (drinks was mediocre) and breakfast was unimpressive for such as nice hotel.
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Ishan
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 6 nights
I booked an extra week or so here because I just loved Edinburgh. This hotel is honestly so great. The staff are spectacularly helpful, the complimentary snacks and drinks are plentiful and very convenient, the complimentary drinks at the bar during the social hour are fun (though I missed most of these because I was usually out at that hour, but still, it’s fun if you’re in the hotel, and it’s a good time to have a couple drinks before dinner), the fact that housekeeping is available 24/7 is beyond amazing. I will absolutely be back to stay here again when in Edinburgh next, which I hope can be soon!
I booked an extra week or so here because I just loved Edinburgh. This hotel is honestly so great. The staff are spectacularly helpful, the complimentary snacks and drinks are plentiful and very convenient, the complimentary drinks at the bar during the social hour are fun (though I missed most of these because I was usually out at that hour, but still, it’s fun if you’re in the hotel, and it’s a good time to have a couple drinks before dinner), the fact that housekeeping is available 24/7 is beyond amazing. I will absolutely be back to stay here again when in Edinburgh next, which I hope can be soon!
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Yun
18 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and contemporary boutique hotel in vibe. A bit loud in the common areas but it was fine in the room.
Great location and contemporary boutique hotel in vibe. A bit loud in the common areas but it was fine in the room.
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Thomas
7 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Everything here was just great, the coffee in the room was perfect super delicious. The free drink and popcorn everyday was a nice touch. The rooms might have been a bit small but the beds were nice the water was warm and you could rent some fun health stuff to the room so it was all good. The breakfast was great! So all and all. Great!!
Everything here was just great, the coffee in the room was perfect super delicious. The free drink and popcorn everyday was a nice touch. The rooms might have been a bit small but the beds were nice the water was warm and you could rent some fun health stuff to the room so it was all good. The breakfast was great! So all and all. Great!!
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Judy
6 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff is terrific. Even provided shortbread when asked! Breakfast was excellent and they would pack take away for early activities. The concierge , Gavin was terrific! Great location.
The staff is terrific. Even provided shortbread when asked! Breakfast was excellent and they would pack take away for early activities. The concierge , Gavin was terrific! Great location.
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Michael
29 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
I had requested a quiet room on a high floor I ended up medium height directly over very noisy rose street. This was disappointing considering how far in advance I had booked - (3 months +). And my room smelled like cigarettes. And they restocked my coffee with an open bag of grounds - (previously used). And never restocked water. All disappointing to me for the cost. Thank you.
I had requested a quiet room on a high floor I ended up medium height directly over very noisy rose street. This was disappointing considering how far in advance I had booked - (3 months +). And my room smelled like cigarettes. And they restocked my coffee with an open bag of grounds - (previously used). And never restocked water. All disappointing to me for the cost. Thank you.
FAQs about Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
Is parking available at the hotel?
Parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Valet parking is offered at a fee of GBP 45 per night. Height restrictions apply for parking.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 30 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:30 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer for guests with disabilities?
The hotel features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Elevators are available for easy access to different floors.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Edinburgh, just a 2-minute walk from Princes Street Gardens and 12 minutes on foot from the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. It is approximately 1.1 miles from St. Giles' Cathedral and 1.2 miles from Greyfriars Kirk.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an indoor swimming pool. Pool access is available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children aged 2 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent's or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The hotel offers family rooms.
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This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. 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.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- 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 hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- 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.
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