Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel Edinburgh

Location

As its name suggests, the hotel is found in Charlotte Square, Edinburgh. This is one of the most picturesque areas of the city, and is known as the ‘New Town’. The hotel can be reached within a 5-8 minute walk of Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, or within a half-hour drive from Edinburgh International Airport.

What to do in the area

There’s so much to do and explore in Edinburgh, and it’s a perfect city for travellers of all ages, from solo travellers to families with young children.

The New Town is the city’s primary financial and shopping district, so this is the perfect place to start for anyone wanting to get their retail therapy fix.

The advantage of Edinburgh is it’s a walkable city – that is, it’s not too big that visitors need to get trams or buses across the city, and it is not very difficult to navigate, either. The Old Town is just a 10-minute walk from the New Town, and is rich in history and culture – expect quaint coffee shops, quirky bars and hidden gems, all tucked away in the centuries-old sandstone walls that the city is so well known for.

There are also numerous museums and art galleries in the city, many of which are free to enter, such as the National Museum of Scotland, where visitors can explore Scotland’s past through a number of interactive exhibitions. The National Library of Scotland is also free to enter and sometimes hosts famous authors and book signings.

Just outside the city centre is Edinburgh Zoo, home to over 2,500 animals, making for a fantastic day out. The zoo can be reached within 15 minutes from Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel, either by bus or car.

Facilities at Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel Edinburgh

The reception desk at the hotel is open 24/7, so guests are available to check in at any time of day or night, which is ideal for travellers who might have experienced train or flight delays. There is also a dedicated fitness centre at the hotel, with a luxury spa. Guests who are especially into their fitness can book individual sessions with a personal trainer at the hotel’s fitness centre.

There is also a business centre, perfect for those who wish to get some work done while visiting the hotel, or for those who are travelling for work. There are several meeting rooms which can be booked for collaborative working, conferences, or simply for a quiet space to get some important work completed.

There is also an indoor valet parking service available, protecting guest’s cars from the elements, and an indoor swimming pool open to guests of all ages. The hotel has 2 restaurants and bars.

Restaurants and Bars

BABA: Culinary inspiration taken from the Levant, expect mezze infused with Scottish favourites, with an emphasis on the contemporary and modern. This also doubles as a bar – while the restaurant closes at 9 pm, the bar is open until midnight.

Aizle: The hotel’s fine dining restaurant, whose menu changes with the seasons. You can take part in their tasting menu and a wine pairing event, as well as indulge in a delicate yet rich Sunday lunch.

The Garden: Advertised as an ‘urban oasis’, The Garden is open until 3 pm daily, serving freshly baked pastries, coffees, and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Private Dining: The hotel also offers private dining in three separate rooms, all with their individual charm and persona, with room for up to 220 guests in the largest of these rooms.

Rooms

There are 199 rooms in the hotel, all of which are non-smoking. This also includes the use of vapes and e-cigarettes. All of the rooms also have air conditioning and heating facilities, as well as en-suite bathrooms and free WiFi.

The bedding is made from the finest linen, with a good night’s sleep being the priority at the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel. All rooms are equipped with flatscreen TVs which are equipped with a number of channels, so you can watch your favourite programmes from the comfort of a high-quality bed.

Bathrobes and slippers are provided for guests so that they can really feel at home in the hotel’s top-end rooms.

What to go for

Given its idyllic location in the city’s New Town, a visit to the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is the perfect place to start your Edinburgh trip. Whether you want to experience the history and culture of Edinburgh with a loved one, or spend a weekend shopping and sampling the city’s finest bars, all of the above are within walking distance from this hotel, making it the perfect place to experience the wonders of Edinburgh.

Sustainability

Despite its wide array of food on offer, almost all of the produce at the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is locally sourced, wherever possible, and the hotel supports local Scottish farmers as a result, with most of its meat coming from Edinburgh and its surrounding areas. Guests are also encouraged to reuse towels more than once to cut down on unnecessary washing, and thus saving energy this way.