Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is a design-led hotel in Edinburgh’s New Town, set across seven Georgian townhouses at 38 Charlotte Square. Its location puts Princes Street and George Street within easy reach, while the square offers a quieter base between city outings. Inside, look for eclectic artwork, velvet furnishings and a glass-roofed courtyard. The hotel also has a pool, gym and spa, plus the Garden Room’s complimentary drinks hour from 5pm to 6pm. Breakfast is served in the courtyard; Baba serves Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food.
A Georgian address in the New Town
The hotel occupies seven Georgian townhouses on Charlotte Square. The classical stone exterior gives way to interiors with a more playful character: velvet furnishings, artwork, travel-related prints and maps appear in shared spaces. The location is close to George Street and Princes Street, with the square’s garden opposite the hotel. It offers a convenient base for reaching central Edinburgh while staying on a quieter square.
Rooms combine traditional details with contemporary design. Some are in the original townhouses, where fireplaces and high ceilings are among the details noted in the accommodation. Other reported touches include leather upholstery, marble bathrooms, record players and artwork. Room features differ, so check the details for the room category you are considering rather than assuming every room has the same fittings.
The courtyard, dining and drinks
The glass-covered Garden Room is a central gathering space, with plants and seating beneath the roof. Breakfast is served here, and the courtyard also hosts the hotel’s complimentary social hour from 5pm to 6pm. It gives you a place to pause before heading out for the evening or to spend time indoors when the weather keeps you from the square.
Baba has a separate entrance on George Street and serves Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food. Its menu combines sharing plates with dishes cooked over a charcoal grill, and the dining room uses colourful textiles and turquoise tones. The hotel’s restaurant options have been noted for both breakfast and dinner, but menu details can change, so check with the hotel before you go if you have a particular dish in mind.
Pool, spa and getting around
The hotel has an indoor swimming pool, a gym and a spa with treatments including facials and massages. A few wellness devices are available to borrow, and the spa also has a sound-focused wellness room. These facilities can be a useful counterpoint to a day spent walking around the city. The spa may be busy at peak times, so ask about availability when planning a treatment or pool visit.
Bicycles are available at the hotel entrance for guests who want to explore Edinburgh on two wheels. Families have also used the pool, and the hotel has been described as welcoming to children and dogs. If you are travelling with a pet or need a particular room arrangement, contact the hotel to confirm what is available for your stay.
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Where is Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel?
It is at 38 Charlotte Square in Edinburgh’s New Town, close to Princes Street and George Street.
Does the hotel have a pool and spa?
Yes. It has an indoor pool, gym and spa, with treatments including facials and massages. The spa can be busy at peak times.
When is the complimentary drinks hour?
The Garden Room social hour runs from 5pm to 6pm.
What food is served at Baba?
Baba serves Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food, including sharing plates and charcoal-grilled dishes.
