See all properties

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Royal Mile

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Serves lunch and dinner
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Reception
Exterior
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

View in a map
19 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1SD
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Giles' Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Club Lounge Access

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
(11 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Club Lounge Access

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)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access)

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Lounge Access)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

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

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

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

View all photos for Accessible Double Room

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

Accessible Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Accessible Two Double Room

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

Accessible Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Accessible King Room

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

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

You may also like

Ad
Reception

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

West End
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
$290 nightly
The price is $348
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

City center stay.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh hotel places you steps from Royal Mile and a 5-minute walk from Princes Street. University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket are also within half a mile (1 km).

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

About this property

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4-star Victorian hotel near Royal Mile
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. 2 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Hilton Edinburgh Carlton. A complete renovation of Hilton Edinburgh Carlton was completed in October 2025.

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 266 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1900
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offers 266 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

View from property
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 2,644 reviews
$256 nightly
The price is $307
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 27.50 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

How close is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton to the airport?

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is 8.2 mi (40-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton on May 31, 2026 start from $296, 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.

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton.

How close is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton to the beach?

This hotel is 3 mi (21-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.2 mi (41-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 27.50 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton have a pool?

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton does not have a pool.

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton have a restaurant?

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is home to Herbie More's, which features British cuisine and light fare.

Does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton to downtown Edinburgh?

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is 0.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 534 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Really great property, in a perfect location. It was very much under construction when we went, with only one elevator in service, so that wasn’t ideal. I also felt like my room wasn’t perfectly clean. We found a few hairs. Staff was great to hold our bags before we could check in and after we checked out so we could still play in the city unhindered by our bags.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely fabulous location, staff were exceptional, great choice of drinks and cocktails from the bar. Room was spacious, clean and most of all quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly welcome, staff polite and professional. Clean large room. Quiet aircon that worked. Comfy bed. Nice breakfast. Disappointed there were no large rolled oats (in Scotland where they grow them) for non wheat eaters
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous hotel. Amazing location and we were lucky that our room looked out over the Royal Mile! Incredibly comfy beds, helpful staff and amazing breakfast. Only minus points would be that the headboards were a bit worn and there was no hairdryer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely, clean hotel. Great breakfast buffet and very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

merav

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Marina was amazing We got excellent room But 6 am I wake up because of loud noise from construction
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

DEBBIE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The welcome felt like we were being investigated for something. She bombarded us with questions with barely a breath in-between, which would have felt more friendly if she smiled but she just looked fed-up, so it felt like an interrogation. If you're going to force staff to question guests please teach them how to be friendly, rather than them ticking a box. The lifts were the slowest I've ever experienced and the wait was longer because the cleaners were using them, so guests couldn't fit. The room was so hot - we tried to turn it down and nothing happened. We had a choice of two pillows, either too soft or too hard. I've honestly had more pleasant stays in the Travelodge.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Ranjit Singh, Ilford

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
As discussed with Enrique, the stay and the room were lovely. However Lighting wiring must have been done by a 4 year old. Zero logic. Also the water pressure was worse than a dribble.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Orian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was very disappointed with my stay. The room needs improvement, and the windows on the first floor are not soundproof. I couldn’t sleep because the outside noise was clearly audible inside the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Adelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was vastly too hot. No water provided in the room which seems a bit tight for a hotel such as this. Cups don’t fit the coffee machine and also over fill. Breakfast is insanely expensive at £25 a hear.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Mr Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel, lovely staff and perfect location for central Edinburgh. Only 4 stars as the beds were uncomfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Terry

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Unfortunately, what was intended to be a relaxing family break in the city fell well below the standard we have come to expect from a Hilton hotel. Firstly, our room had no functioning temperature control. We were unable to adjust the heating or cooling, which made the room uncomfortable throughout the night. It was only the following morning that we noticed an alarm indicator showing there was a fault, which explains why the system was not responding. In addition, the television in our room had no signal and did not work at all. After settling our children to bed, my wife and I had hoped to relax and watch something together, but this was not possible due to the lack of service. This was particularly disappointing as it limited our ability to unwind during our stay. To make matters worse, our room was located at the furthest point from reception, and in the morning the lift was out of service. As we were travelling with two young children and multiple suitcases, we were forced to carry everything up several flights of stairs. This was extremely inconvenient and stressful, especially with young children in tow. Overall, the experience did not reflect the quality or comfort we associate with Hilton. What should have been an enjoyable and relaxing stay did not turn out that way, and we do not feel that we received value for money. Given the issues outlined above, we believe a 50% refund of our stay would be a fair and reasonable resolution.
Lift out of service
AC fault - no temperature control
No TV signal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent, room spacious - just what was needed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, staff and room were brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

G

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was a building site, the room was freezing, the TV glitched on and off, the AC made a ticking noise all night and we were disturbed by the housemaid at 9am. They also failed to properly validate my parking ticket, so I was charged full price to exit the carpark.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Shiona

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, all the amenities that was required were there, and the Staff were very helpful and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes, the only thing I did not like during my stay was the 10% service charge automatically added to my bar bill without being told, just expected, this is not cricket.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

gail

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
There was scaffolding up all around rhe hitel. We were nit infirmed of this.wh
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room we was given had a broken arial and staff were very quick to come and try to fix it. It wasnt able to be fix so was moved to another room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High quality room and comfortable with professional staff. However cooked element of breakfast was dried out and did not reflect well on overall quality. Other breakfast items were of much better standard.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fab!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity