Reviews of Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG 5 stars
38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4HQ, United Kingdom

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Reviewed: 3 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe staff and location were wonderful. 15 minute walk to the castle! Very clean! The shower could be better especially if you take a shower with your significant other.
The rooms let a lot of noise in. I could hear loud noises in the middle of the night from people who were leaving pubs. Not the best. Had to play a loud white noise to block it out.
Reviewed: 3 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewKimpton did not disappoint with this hotel. The interior design brings you to a story of an old British book with every detail. My personal highlight is the fully equipped gym (actually there is a separate cardio zone as well). The free minibar, the free-flow bar social hour and daily amenities are what the 5-star standard really stands for. The location is walking distance to everywhere.
Same breakfast choice every day. Sparkling water is charged extra.
Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewRooms are shocking and tiny, comfort per the worse value for money stay I have had Travel lodge is better quality rooms
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewThe second room we were offered and the location.
The first room we were offered, it felt like an attic room and we couldn’t see outside. Very poor for the money we paid. The waiting staff were erratic, some very good and others not very attentive.
Dear Alasdair, Thank you very much for sharing your feedback following your recent stay with us. While I’m pleased to know you were happy with the second room offered and our location, I’m truly sorry to hear that your initial room and some aspects of the service did not meet your expectations. We always aim to ensure our rooms feel welcoming and comfortable, and I regret that the first room allocated left you feeling disappointed. I also appreciate your comments regarding the attentiveness of our waiting staff. Consistency is key in creating the seamless service we strive for, and I will be sure to share your observations with the team to help us improve. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and I do hope we will have the opportunity to welcome you back for a much smoother and more enjoyable experience. Kind Regards, Miguel
Dear Alasdair, Thank you very much for sharing your feedback following your recent stay with us. While I’m pleased to know you were happy with the second room offered and our location, I’m truly sorry to hear that your initial room and som… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewGreat location and the staff were really friendly.
Overpriced for the size of room and basic bathroom (shower over bath)
Dear Lizzy, Thank you for your kind words about our location and friendly team – we're delighted you felt well looked after. We're sorry to hear the room size and bathroom didn’t quite meet your expectations. Being in a historic building, layouts can vary, but we always aim to provide a comfortable and high-quality experience. We understand how important comfort and space are, and we truly appreciate your feedback. We hope to welcome you back for an even more enjoyable stay. Kind regards, Ruby Front Desk Team
Dear Lizzy, Thank you for your kind words about our location and friendly team – we're delighted you felt well looked after. We're sorry to hear the room size and bathroom didn’t quite meet your expectations. Being in a historic bu… Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewVery friendly and helpful staff. Great hotel and room, all very clean and modern. I was only here for one night, however would stay longer to enjoy the hotel and amenities.
For the price paid, is a bit of a walk from the old town and center and not much in the immediate area besides a lot of tourist shops and a busy main road.
Dear Kurt, Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. We’re delighted to hear that you found our team friendly and helpful, and that you enjoyed the comfort and cleanliness of your room. It’s wonderful to know you would have liked to stay longer to enjoy more of the hotel and its amenities. We do understand your comments regarding the location, and we truly appreciate your perspective. While we’re only a short walk from the Old Town, we’re also glad to offer the charm and tranquillity of Charlotte Square with easy access to both the historic and modern sides of Edinburgh. We hope to welcome you back for a longer stay next time so you can fully enjoy everything Kimpton Charlotte Square has to offer. Kind regards, Miguel The Kimpton Charlotte Square Team
Dear Kurt, Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. We’re delighted to hear that you found our team friendly and helpful, and that you enjoyed the comfort and cleanliness of your room. It’s wonderful to know you would have like… Show more
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewEmployees on site were fantastic! Great values and behaviours despite it being very busy and very hot. They never faltered. A credit to The Kimpton brand and IHG. Check in and Check out was perfect. Very friendly employees. Venue was pleasant with good facilities. Breakfast was great, but the booths could be a little snug for larger people so request a free standing table and chairs. Air con in room was a very welcome feature due to the unprecedented UK heat.
Room was in need of TLC. Peeling paint in bathroom, screws not fully screwed in on radiator so hurt when caught hands on them, dirty grout, and shower screen base, noisy toilet, noise from toilet system of room above. Loud activity in corridors from just after 5am, possibly staff as we were in a part of the hotel that had staff only cupboards/doors. Bedroom ceiling had been patched for a repair with attempt to paint over but looked unprofessional. Windows for rooms at the back in the side street would benefit from a 3rd glazing option that could slide open and closed as needed. Lots of noise from the pub outside in the alley way and delivery drivers/bin men early morning. There appeared to be faeces on the outside windowsill. Definitely not from a bird, so was either throw up there from the ground level or dropped onto the ledge. Very disappointed considering the supply and demand price uplift the room was given due to the oasis concert. £750 for one night in a king room was not value for money considering the TLC elements mentioned. Id maybe have let some of the things slide if the room had attracted its usual price.
Dear Susan, Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review following your recent stay with us at Kimpton Charlotte Square. We’re truly delighted to read your kind words about our team. Despite the busy period and the unusually hot Scottish weather, it’s heartening to know that our colleagues made such a positive impression through their warmth and professionalism. Your generous comments will be proudly shared with the team, as they reflect the values we strive to embody every day. We’re also pleased to hear that you enjoyed our vast breakfast offering, the comfort of your air-conditioned room, and the ease of your check-in and check-out experience. Your helpful suggestion regarding alternative seating for breakfast has been noted and will be shared with our restaurant team as we continually look to enhance guest comfort. That said, we are very sorry to learn that the condition of your room did not meet your expectations. Please accept our sincerest apologies for noise-related issues you encountered. Please know that this occurrence is not reflective of the high standards we hold ourselves to, and we take your feedback seriously. Our leadership teams will be made aware of your comments, and we are working to address the issues you raised, including bathroom upkeep, sound insulation, and external cleanliness. We also acknowledge your concerns regarding the pricing during a high-demand period. While rate fluctuations do occur during major events, we understand that value must always be evident, and we regret that this was not your experience. Your feedback will be carefully reviewed by our team as we assess how best to deliver consistent quality, regardless of season or circumstance. Your insights are invaluable to us, and we truly appreciate the time you took to share them. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future so that we may provide the seamless and exceptional experience that you rightfully expected and that we are committed to delivering. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you are every back in town and we can organise a perfect 10/10 stay for you. Best, Zoe
Dear Susan, Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review following your recent stay with us at Kimpton Charlotte Square. We’re truly delighted to read your kind words about our team. Despite the … Show more
Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were very friendly
I paid £745 for our room. It was small, had one chair for two guests, did not have a bath. The view was to the rear of the hotel and was of a derelict building covered in graffiti. This is 5* London pricing. I would expect a lot better for this.
Dear Ronan, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you found our staff friendly, as we pride ourselves on delivering warm and attentive service. However, we’re sorry to learn that your room did not meet your expectations in terms of size, amenities, and view. We understand how important these elements are to a truly exceptional stay, especially at a luxury property. Please be assured that we take your comments seriously and will review them to improve our guest experience. We appreciate your honest feedback and hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future. Kind Regards, Miguel Front Desk Kimpton Charlotte Square
Dear Ronan, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you found our staff friendly, as we pride ourselves on delivering warm and attentive service. However, we’re sorry to learn that your room did not meet your expect… Show more
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice location, overpriced, not five star service
Service wasn’t up to it. Neither on check in, nor on check out (late checkout was to be charged by 35£ per hour!), also not breakfast service.
Dear Ronald, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your recent stay with us. While we are pleased to learn that you enjoyed our central New Town location, we are disappointed to hear that the level of service you experienced did not reflect the high standards we are committed to upholding. Please accept our sincere apologies that your interactions during check-in, check-out, and breakfast did not meet expectations. We understand how important attentive, seamless service is to our guests, and we regret that we fell short in delivering the consistent five-star experience we strive for. We also acknowledge your concerns regarding value. While pricing can vary based on demand and availability, we appreciate that any rate must be matched by an exceptional guest experience—and we are sorry that we did not achieve that balance during your visit. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we continuously seek to refine and elevate the guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future, and to restore your confidence in our service and hospitality. Best, Zoe
Dear Ronald, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your recent stay with us. While we are pleased to learn that you enjoyed our central New Town location, we are disappointed to hear that the level of service you … Show more