A well-regarded hotel spa in a restored Georgian building on Charlotte Square, within walking distance of Princes Street and the West End. Non-residents book treatments or pool, sauna, and steam sessions in advance; the facility has set child-access hours, so check before arrival.
The Spa at Kimpton Charlotte Square occupies part of a restored Georgian building at 38 Charlotte Square, one of the finest squares in Edinburgh's New Town and a UNESCO World Heritage setting. The address lies a few minutes' walk from Princes Street and the West End, so it is easy to combine with shopping or sightseeing in central Edinburgh, Scotland. The atmosphere is that of a boutique hotel spa: smaller and quieter than the city's large hotel spas, with period architecture outside and a contemporary wellness space within.
The main facilities are a 12-metre indoor pool, a sauna and a steam room. The spa also has a sound-wellness room called Swell, described as the first Sound Wellness Room in the UK, which offers a different kind of relaxation experience built around sound. Treatments include massage and facials, with sessions starting from 60 minutes. Specific product brands and the signature treatment names change, so the current menu should be checked with the hotel.
Non-residents can book. Pool, sauna and steam sessions last around sixty minutes, and a session with lunch is priced from about £70 Monday to Thursday and £80 Friday to Sunday. Day packages from about £68 per person appear on a third-party listing, so prices should be verified. Advance booking is expected, and the facility has set child-access hours, so families and those wanting a child-free session should check the schedule before arriving. Hours are daily and are published at kimptoncharlottesquare.com.
Visitors should bring swimwear and arrive a little before the session to change. Because sessions are time-limited rather than open-ended, planning the visit around a booked slot works better than turning up unannounced. The spa suits couples and solo visitors looking for a restorative hour or two in the New Town, and it is a popular choice for a shorter, more affordable alternative to a full luxury spa day.
| Price | Gbp: Pool, sauna, and steam session with lunch from £70 Monday-Thursday, £80 Friday-Sunday; day packages from about £68 per person (third-party listing); Usd: Approx USD 94-107 (session with lunch) |
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| Session length | Sixty-minute pool, sauna, and steam sessions; treatments from 60 minutes |
| Hours | Daily; verify hours and child-access hours at kimptoncharlottesquare.com |
| Address | 38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2 4HQ |
Treatments
- 12-metre indoor pool
- sauna
- steam room
- massage and facials
- Swell sound-wellness room
Location
38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2 4HQ
55.9516, -3.2058 View on map
Highlights
- 12-metre indoor pool, sauna and steam room in a Georgian New Town building
- Swell, the UK's first Sound Wellness Room
- Massage and facials from 60 minutes
- Sixty-minute pool sessions with lunch available to non-residents
Tips for visiting
- Book ahead and choose a slot outside the child-access hours if a quiet session is wanted.
- A pool, sauna and steam session with lunch starts from about £70 midweek and £80 at weekends.
- Bring swimwear and arrive early to change before the session.
- Try the Swell sound-wellness room if it is offered with the booking.
- Check kimptoncharlottesquare.com for current hours and prices.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the spa?
It is at Kimpton Charlotte Square, 38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2 4HQ, in the New Town.
What facilities does it have?
A 12-metre indoor pool, sauna, steam room, massage and facial treatments, and the Swell sound-wellness room.
Can non-guests visit?
Yes. Non-residents can book treatments or pool, sauna and steam sessions in advance.
Are there times when children are allowed?
The facility has set child-access hours. Visitors should check the schedule on the hotel website before arriving.