New Town

New Town, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland

Kimpton Charlotte Square

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
RoomsFriends With Style
AmenitiesFitness centre, Spa, and Tesla Chauffeur Service, Cocktail Bar, Restaurants, Pet-friendly
In the knowGeorgian meets Modern Luxury
TLE Recommends: Don't miss free happy hour every day from 5pm in the bar

The Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel, located in the city’s historic New Town, combines classic Georgian architecture with modern luxury. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including a fitness centre, spa, and Tesla chauffeur service. The hotel features eclectically styled rooms and suites with luxurious details and innovative technology. Dining options include The Garden for cocktails and light fare, BABA for Levant-inspired dishes, and Aizle for seasonal tasting menus. The hotel is also pet-friendly and offers unique experiences like sound therapy suites and personal shopping services.

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Kimpton Charlotte Square

New Town, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland

Nira Caledonia

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
RoomsA Romantic Retreat
AmenitiesOn-site Restaurant, Jacuzzi Suite
In the knowBoutique Bygone Beauty

Stay in an elegant New Town Georgian townhouse with 26 rooms, which, like The Dunstane Houses, are spread across two buildings. Nira Caledonia offers a Jacuzzi Suite, ideal for soothing tired legs after a day of exploring the city’s cobbled streets. All rooms and suites come with PMD Tea, minibars, 2,000-pocket sprung beds, goose-down pillows and L’Occitane toiletries as standard. The hotel boasts its very own 12-year-old ultra-limited edition whisky, bottled in partnership with Adelphi Distillery and served onsite. Guests can try the tipple and dine at Blackwoods Bar & Grill, which has a farm or fishery-to-fork ethos (around 40% of the menu ingredients come from Scotland).

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Nira Caledonia

New Town, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland

W Edinburgh

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
RoomsDesign conscious couples
AmenitiesSpa, Fitness Centre, Destination Restaurant, W Lounge, Rooftop Terrace, Cocktail Bar
In the knowContemporary cool
TLE Recommends: Head to speakeasy Joao’s Place for a late night cocktail with amazing views of the city

W Edinburgh opened in November 2023 and has revolutionised the city’s hospitality scene. Located in the vibrant St James Quarter, this Marriott Bonvoy property combines Edinburgh’s rich history with modern luxury. The hotel features three distinct buildings, Ribbon Building, James Craig Walk, and Quarter House, each offering a unique perspective of the city. Its innovative design includes references to the city’s cultural, historic, and geographical aspects and the unique rooftop W deck rewards visitors with the finest unfettered 360-degree views of Edinburgh and beyond. Inside, elements of fire, water, and local materials create a compelling narrative. W Edinburgh has also introduced exciting dining experiences and social spaces, including Scotland’s first SUSHISAMBA restaurant celebrating Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisine, the signature W Lounge ideal for all-day dining, and a secret speakeasy bar, João’s Place serving creative cocktails and premium spirits.


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