The Cellar Bar

The Cellar at Kimpton Charlotte Square is a distinctive and stylish event space beneath one of Edinburgh’s most prestigious hotels, offering couples and their guests a lively and memorable setting for smaller wedding receptions, evening parties, and after-festivity celebrations. Located under the modern-heritage Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town, The Cellar combines exposed brickwork, industrial-chic design and characterful lighting with high-quality hotel hospitality — creating a venue that feels both contemporary and richly textured. It’s an ideal choice for celebrations where guests can enjoy food, drink and dancing in a vibrant, private space.

Set on the basement level beneath the hotel’s elegant Georgian façades, The Cellar offers a unique atmosphere for weddings that might not require a large ballroom but still demand personality and style. Its brick arches, hanging light fixtures and exposed finishes give the space a subtly dramatic aesthetic that works well with a wide range of décor themes, from elegant and understated to bold and contemporary. Able to seat up to around 40 guests for a wedding meal or accommodate up to around 65 standing for drinks, mingling and dancing, The Cellar encourages a more personal and connected celebration where guests can feel close to the action.

The space’s flexible layout is one of its key strengths. Following a wedding ceremony — which can be held elsewhere in the hotel or city — The Cellar can host an intimate drinks reception, a semi-formal banquet or an evening party with music and dancing, often with its own private bar and integrated sound system included as part of the hire. This makes it particularly suitable for couples who want a dedicated space for their evening celebrations that feels distinct from their ceremony or larger reception area but still connected to the hotel’s broader hospitality services.

Being part of the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel adds several practical advantages. The hotel’s dedicated team are experienced in supporting celebrations of many kinds and can recommend catering menus, tailored drinks packages and accommodation options for wedding parties. Guests can easily access the central hotel amenities before or after The Cellar event — including private gardens, larger function rooms such as The Gallery for daytime celebrations, and elegant lounge or dining spaces for pre- or post-party moments.



The Cellar’s central Edinburgh location further enhances its appeal for weddings and related events. Right on Charlotte Square, the hotel is within walking distance of the city’s transport hubs, major hotels and historic venues, making it easy for guests to gather after an afternoon ceremony elsewhere in the city. Whether you’re hosting a laid-back reception with personalised music and dancing, an after-party following a larger wedding breakfast, or a stylish dinner with close friends and family, The Cellar brings atmosphere and character to every celebration.