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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
4 stars

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

19 North Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1SD, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 472 3000
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$214
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rate per night

7.6
Good
based on 3039 reviews
3,039 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
$214
King room
$221
Queen room
$255
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Overview

Located less than a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Bus Station, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offers guests an ideal base while in Edinburgh. It is situated a short stroll from Royal Mile and Princes Street.

A wide range of personalised services are available for guests of Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, like babysitting/child services and a concierge. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests who want to stay online while travelling. It also enjoys views of Royal Mile, has been recently refurbished and offers 211 rooms.

Rooms at the hotel are well-appointed and include a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Hot drinks can be brewed with complimentary coffee and tea supplies.

The hotel's chic bar has an extensive drinks menu, while the on-site restaurant serves British dishes. Alternatively, there are a variety of other dining options just a short walk away.

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle. It is within a two-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station.

7.6
Good rating
Based on 3,039 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

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King room
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$221
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$239
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$242
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Double room
1 double bed
$214
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$218
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1 king bed
$232
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Executive room
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$396
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$436
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1 king bed
$476
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Queen room
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$255
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$281
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$289
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Standard Room
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$275
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$345
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$672
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$269
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1 king bed
$280
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$352
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Reviews of Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

7.6
Good
3039 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
573
Good
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Okay
263
Fair
231
Mediocre
104
Poor
145

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the excellent location, friendly and helpful staff, and the quality of the breakfast. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the ongoing renovations and noise levels, which affected their overall experience.
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Service9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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4.0
Mediocre
Chris, July 2025
The room faced a busy street. The windows are not sealed in a way that prevents outside noise from entering the room. Sitting in the room one had the feeling that the traffic was driving through the room. It was extremely loud. I’ve been in other hotels that have installed an interior set of windows inside the room, so that the exterior façade is not affected. I suspect the building must be a list...
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10
Wonderful
Joseph, Mar 2023
Location should get more than full marks, literally at the center of the various tourist spots.
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Dec 2018
Pros (+) Good location
Cons (-) Bar prices changed depending on staff. Confusion at reception. Poor organisation regarding food, chief not supported by management
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2018
Pros (+) Staff were lovely location great, no car park but you can park in train station car park with 20% off bit of a walk though. Close to royal mile and amenities
Cons (-) Only downside was always a queue to check in or out as only 2 at desk
7.7
Good
Anonymous, Apr 2018
Pros (+) Room very quiet. Lication to train station
Cons (-) Shower was dirty Bar staff over worked Desk lady was surley. Restaurant very expensive for quality of food
7.4
Good
Alistair, Jan 2018
Pros (+) Hilton are our Hotel Group of choice. I just thought this one to be overly expensive probably only justifying itself because of its proximity to the Old Town and the Royal Mile. The bedroom and bathroom were small and the rest of the hotel just felt like an apartment building. There was no real old-world warmth. As you would expect the staff were very friendly and helpful.My final gripe was that t...
Cons (-) The price and the lack of old-world charm.
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Location

19 North Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1SD

What's nearby

  • The Royal Mile158 m
  • St Giles' Cathedral239 m
  • National Museum of Scotland0.4 km
  • St. Andrew Square0.5 km
  • Princes Street Gardens0.6 km
  • Calton Hill0.6 km
  • Princes Street0.6 km
  • Grassmarket0.7 km
  • Edinburgh City Centre0.7 km
  • University of Edinburgh0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle0.8 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

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$595
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and May.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $509, while the most expensive was $509.
  • How long should you stay at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

  • Where is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton located?

    Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is located at 19 North Bridge in Old Town, 0.6 km from the centre of Edinburgh. The Royal Mile is the closest landmark to Hilton Edinburgh Carlton.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton.

  • Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton from the airport?

    Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is 11.5 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is 56.6 km from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hilton Edinburgh Carlton hotel deals?

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.1
0.6 km
Edinburgh Turnhouse
11.5 km

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