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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Royal Mile

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Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Restaurant
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, in the city's center, offers a practical retreat with a 24-hour gym and dry cleaning. The 1900 Brasserie serves meals on-site, and in-room WiFi keeps guests connected. Visitors praise the helpful staff and the hotel's strategic location.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 618
AED 742 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Club Lounge Access | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Club Lounge Access

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Club Lounge Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Accessible Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Accessible Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Two Double Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
19 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1SD

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 2 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Upscale hotel near Royal Mile
A short walk from Princes Street and University of Edinburgh, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and a ballroom
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, wedding services, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 211 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and free tea bags/instant coffee

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AED 658 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 27.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 1900 Bar
  • 1900 Brasserie

Things to do

  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (44 inch wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 27.50 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Carlton Edinburgh
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Scotland
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotel
Hilton Carlton Hotel
Hilton Carlton
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
Barcelo Edinburgh
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotel
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Edinburgh
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

As of 29 October 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton on 29 November 2025 start from $603.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hotel is steps from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 2-minute walk and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 505 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yanina

Liked: Amenities
We had a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Harpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lively yet comfortable stay with all major attractions just a short walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, near station and in the middle of old town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast menu was excellent as was the staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very much in the middle of many attractions,pubs, restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a pleasant stay , good location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay immensely
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Despite being under construction, the hotel was very clean! All employees, including construction workers, were very polite. The room was bed was comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service. Can’t wait to see it once renovations are done.
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and helpful. Lovely clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location... walking distance from all the highlights of the Old City. Tons of shopping and dining options. Nice breakfast buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is by far the best hotel I've ever stayed in. The staff were very helpful with all my questions, and made my stay wonderful. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone traveling to Edinburgh. I will definitely stay here again on my next trip there.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. Was close to everything. Including the Rabbie’s bus tours which I was on
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

SHEUE CHING

Due to the ongoing constructions.. it was hard to locate the hotel as it's covered with scaffolding. Perhaps there is a need to inform customers on this prior their stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

I’m sure the hotel will be lovely when all the construction work is finished. Staff on reception very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanneil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was centrally located and close to restaurants and transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect for us. unfortunately, one of the reasons we were there was for the website description of the
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tejindar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ritesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Anil

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is going through massive renovations so views from the rooms were of scaffolding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time at the fringe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Marcus

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is under construction and the food and beverage was in the basement! Couldn’t wait to leave.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location in à clean hotel with personal touches. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025