Spa at Charlotte Square

Spa at Charlotte Square frequently asked questions

Who owns the Spa at Charlotte Square?

The Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel in Edinburgh is owned by IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group).

How do you get to the Spa at Charlotte Square?

The Spa at Charlotte Square is situated in the heart of the New Town in Edinburgh, a UNESCO world heritage site. The nearest train station is Edinburgh Waverley Station and is only half a mile, or a 15-minute walk, from the hotel. It has direct service to the London King’s Cross railway station. Getting a taxi from the station takes approximately five minutes.

For those who are driving, the hotel offers a valet parking which must be reserved in advance directly with the hotel by contacting concierge@kimptoncharlottesquare.com and is available for the price of £45 per 24h period. Should you be driving an electric car, they also have Electric Vehicle Charging Stations available for guests at a cost of £20 per charge.

Alternatively, street parking is free between 6:30pm and 8.30am every day, and on Sunday parking charges apply from 12.30 to 6.30pm. Outside of these hours there is a maximum parking time of three hours for £5.00 per hour. They also have a relationship with the NCP Car Park at Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2EW which is a seven-minute walk from the hotel. Before departure they can give you a ticket, which will discount the price at the machine (price varies on the window of parking).

Edinburgh International Airport is just seven miles, or 25 minutes by taxi from Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel. A typical fare is under £25 (this may be higher on public holidays).

There is regular tram service for £6 for a single trip, or £8.50 return, which takes about 40 minutes and stops at Princes Street West End.

What is included in a spa day at the Spa at Charlotte Square?

What is included in a spa day at the Spa at Charlotte Square depends on the experience that you book. Spa facilities include gym, mood-lit pool, and a thermal suite with a sauna and steam room. There are three treatment rooms using ishga and OSKIA products.

What is near the Spa at Charlotte Square?

The hotel is within easy reach of chain stores on Princes Street and upscale boutiques on and around George Street for shoppers, as well as chic bars and atmospheric cocktail lounges, making it a great location for exploring the city:

• Dean Village
• Royal Mile
• Old Town
• Stockbridge
• Edinburgh Castle
• The Royal Mile
• Holyrood Palace

When was the Spa at Charlotte Square built?

The hotel opened in 2019, but is located in seven Georgian townhouses that were built in the 18th century.

What amenities does the Spa at Charlotte Square have?

Spa facilities include gym, mood-lit pool, and a thermal suite with a sauna and steam room. There are three treatment rooms using ishga and OSKIA products. A four-star hotel in one of the most beautiful parts of the city, and is made up of seven inter-connecting Georgian townhouses. It has 199 rooms and suites. The hotel’s restaurant, The Garden, is open all day, and the BABA is another restaurant resulting from a partnership with the award-winning team behind Ox and Finch.

What are the food and drink options at the Spa at Charlotte Square?

The hotel’s restaurant, The Garden, is open all day, and the BABA is another restaurant resulting from a partnership with the award-winning team behind Ox and Finch.

How many treatment rooms are there at the Spa at Charlotte Square?

There are three treatment rooms using ishga and OSKIA products.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in is at 3pm and check-out is at 12 midday. The spa is open from 9am until 8pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.