Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4.0 star property

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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19 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1SD
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Giles' Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Club Lounge Access

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Club Lounge Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Accessible Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

Two Double Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is adjacent to Royal Mile and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Princes Street. This 266-room, 4-star hotel has 24-hour room service along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grassmarket - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Renovated in 2025, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offers a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Offsite parking is offered for a fee. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
40-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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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

Restaurants on site

  • Herbie More's

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

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)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1900
  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - October 2025
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

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 digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 27.50 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • 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 a free cancellation option available at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton on Apr 20, 2026 start from $228, 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Edinburgh, just steps from Royal Mile, and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. You'll also find St. Andrew Square and Grassmarket less than a mile away.

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton have a casino?

No, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Herbie More's.

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton though service animals are welcome.

What is the closest airport to Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

The closest major airport to Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.2 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Norman

Traveled with group
Needed better heating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peterson

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James, Rockville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Otis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Linn

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy bed, Great Breakfast. Lifts were problematic but are under going an upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

rasha

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Rajesh, Herndon

Room temperature
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roxanne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Omar

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Waldo, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy bien
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aki

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spacious and clean (spotless) as described. one of the staff was not friendly when I politely asked for a place to pray (5 minutes) before I check out.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hing Lai

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room is spotlesss, love the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cinthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room a little on small size though clean. Staff very nice. One lift not in commission - sometimes a problem
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tarryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Yalcin

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025