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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton in Edinburgh

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United Kingdom, Edinburgh, 19 North Bridge
● Center: 580 m
🌞 Beach - 55 min
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✅ Excellent central location near Waverley Station and the Royal Mile, praised for easy walkability to key attractions ✅ Rooms are generally spacious and clean with comfortable beds, often exceeding expectations for a city-centre hotel ✅ Staff service is described as helpful and professional, with 24-hour front desk support ✅ The Marco Pierre White steakhouse and hotel restaurant receive positive remarks for food quality ✅ Fitness centre is spacious and well-equipped ❌ Ongoing exterior construction covers windows with scaffolding, limiting views and causing some guest dissatisfaction ❌ Maintenance issues reported including small and slow elevators, shower stalls without doors, and occasional cleanliness problems ❌ Some guests found the room service inconsistent, requiring multiple requests for basic items like slippers and blankets ❌ Difficulty locating the hotel due to construction and unclear elevator signage, especially for first-time visitors ❌ A few reviews mention that the overall service and room condition do not fully meet Hilton’s usual standards
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Rooms and prices

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Double room
Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
Beds:
377 USD
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Accessible room
Accessible room
Wireless internet and private bathroom
406 USD
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Deluxe Double room
Deluxe Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
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406 USD
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Executive Double room
Executive Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
443 USD
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Accessible Double room
Accessible Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
Beds:
455 USD
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Double Junior Suite
Double Junior Suite
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
Beds:
498 USD
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Accessible Quadruple room
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Private bathroom
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Accessible Twin room
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Private bathroom
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Twin room
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Deluxe room
Deluxe room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
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Description

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is a 4-star hotel established in 1900 and renovated in 2016, offering a blend of traditional architecture and modern amenities. With 12 room types including Accessible rooms, Deluxe rooms, Executive Double, and Junior Suites, guests can find accommodations suited to various needs. The hotel provides extensive services such as a fitness centre, sauna, free parking, and a restaurant featuring the Marco Pierre White steakhouse. High cleanliness and service standards are noted, with ratings of 9/10 in cleanliness, amenities, location, and service. The rooms are generally spacious for a city-centre hotel, with functional furnishings and comfortable beds. However, some rooms face scaffolding due to ongoing exterior maintenance, which has affected views. Guests will find practical facilities such as express check-in/out, luggage storage, and currency exchange. The hotel supports business travellers with meeting rooms and a business centre, while families can benefit from kid meals and non-smoking rooms. WiFi and air conditioning add to the comfort of the stay.

Location

Located at 19 North Bridge, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton sits right on the Royal Mile, placing it in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic district. The hotel is approximately 144 meters from the Museum of Childhood and just a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station, providing convenient transport connections. East Sands of Leith beach is about 3.65 kilometers away for those interested in a seaside visit. Nearby dining options include Restaurant Biblos (300 meters), Cafe Costa (320 meters), and Saigon Saigon (398 meters). Being on North Bridge means guests can easily walk to major city attractions, shops, and restaurants without needing additional transport.

Tips

  • If you prefer a room with an outside view, request a room away from the scaffolding area as some windows are covered during renovations.
  • Use the hotel’s express check-in and online room selection to secure your preferred room early.
  • For first-time visitors, ask the front desk for clear directions to the elevator to avoid confusing signs and heavy luggage handling.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
  • Breakfast: Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
  • Deposit Policy: Deposit required The deposit is determined based on the duration of your stay. The charge is £20.00 (approx. US$27.27) per night. This property accepts credit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Service animals: Service animals are allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: UnionPay, Visa, AmericanExpress, MasterCard
  • Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
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Children under 17−0+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour reception
  • Elevator/lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Security guard
  • Newspapers
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • Terrace
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Dishwasher
  • All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family room
  • Smoke Detector
  • Cable TV
  • TV
  • Minibar
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower/Bathtub
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
  • Laptop safe
  • Toiletries
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Wheelchair access to restaurant
Services and amenities
  • Ironing
  • Laundry
  • Safe-deposit box
  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Telephone
  • Iron
Meals
  • Bar
  • Coffee/tea for guests
  • Diet menu (on request)
  • Breakfast
  • Buffet breakfast
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Kitchen
  • Kettle
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
Transfer
  • Taxi booking
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Multi-language staff
  • Polish
Pool and beach
  • Beach/pool towels
Business
  • Business center
  • Fax and copy machine
  • Meeting and presentation facilities
  • Conference Hall
Sports
  • Fitness facilities
  • Gym
Beauty and wellness
  • First Aid Kit
Kids
  • Family/Kid Friendly
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 3650 m. It takes 55 minutes To the beach!

Street view

Video: Review: Hilton Edinburgh Carlton | Full Hotel Tour, Room Review & Dining Experience

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Reviews

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26.01.2026 Guest
 I was staying in a large room, but there was exterior wall maintenance work going on outside. The windows were completely covered with scaffolding, making it impossible to look outside. After complaining, it took them two days to finally move me to a smaller room, which at least had a view outside. Not good time to stay with them until the construction finish. 
13.01.2026 Guest
Hotel was good location is on amazing place between the streets but i found red stains on bedsheet everything except that is good ..
04.01.2026 Guest
It was a bit hard to find the hotel given there are constructions taking place now. But the hotel is clean and breakfast is awesome too
29.12.2025 Guest
The room was pretty similar to hotels back home, though some of the facilities were a bit dated. The shower stall didn't have a door, so water splashed out, and there was scaffolding on the outside of the hotel.
16.12.2025 Guest
Excellent location, convenient for getting anywhere, and great service too.
24.11.2025 Kimmy1115
Great staying with Hilton, middle of the stay staff was helpful and nice. But u have to request everything from the hotel only they provide
23.09.2025 HunnyBhee
1. Location, Location, Location
• It’s hard to beat this hotel for central Edinburgh. Right on North Bridge, you’re a stone’s throw from Waverley Station, the Royal Mile, shops, restaurants, and many of the city’s major sights. 
• Great for walking everywhere; you don’t need transport for many of the main attractions. 
2. Room Size & Basics
• Many guests say the rooms are more spacious than you might expect in a city‑centre hotel. 
• Clean, with decent bathrooms, functional furniture, and most have good views (though that depends on the side you’re on). 
3. Quality of Bed & Sleep Amenities
• Beds often get praise for being comfortable (though not universally). TVs, desks, kettles etc. are standard and work well. 
4. Restaurant / Lounge / Public Areas
• Decent lounge with a good drinks menu, good public areas, attractive décor in common spaces. 
• The steakhouse (Marco Pierre White) is a draw for many visitors. 
17.09.2025 Guest
The hotel has a good location, making it convenient to get around. Rooms are quiet considering its just in the city. Maintenance seems a bit lacking. The elevator is quite small and not very fast, which can be inconvenient at times.
10.08.2025 Guest
The hotel was nice, even though the room was a bit small. The view was beautiful, and all the staff were friendly and helpful. The restaurant was great, and I especially enjoyed the breakfast. I will definitely come back again.
02.08.2025 Pangou
The hotel's location near the train station is a huge plus, making transport incredibly convenient. We received attentive service, and the breakfast was quite good. However, Google Maps gave misleading directions, which led me to carry my luggage up five flights of stairs. It turns out there's an elevator, but it's not clearly marked with the hotel's logo, making it challenging for first-time visitors to find.
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POIs near hotel

museum
Museum of Childhood (2 min)
Displays toys and childhood memorabilia tracing the history of growing up in Scotland.
memorial
The Jellicoe Express -- 1917 - 2017 (2 min)
Memorial to the Royal Navy train that transported service personnel during both world wars.
museum
Museum on the Mound (5 min)
Museum exploring the history of banking and finance in Scotland, located in a former bank building.
museum
Talbot Rice Gallery (6 min)
University of Edinburgh's contemporary art gallery hosting diverse exhibitions without an entry fee.
museum
Writers' Museum (6 min)
Museum showcasing the lives and works of Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, and Robert Louis Stevenson.

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

restaurant
Restaurant «Biblos» (4 min)
1 Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1HR
Reviews
15.12.2017 Eyrun
Had the chicken burger and fries. Very nice and big portion but the burger was not as flavorful as I would have liked but it was okay. Nice staff and quick service.
02.12.2017 Xin
I would recommend to try their fish and chips which is absolutely fresh and delicious. The price is very reasonable. Service is relatively good.
24.10.2017 James
Food here was lovely and comes in quite large portions. The prices are reasonable and the staff were very friendly and to top it all off, they have a 20% student discount. Perfect for the financially restricted students.
11.09.2017 Paula-Jayne
Great food,friendly service always there to please .I really enjoyed my meal the fish is massive. Would recommend to everyone. Go and enjoy ?
restaurant
Cafe «Costa» (5 min)
Princes Mall, Edinburgh EH1 1BQ
Reviews
11.01.2018 Laura
Nice and clean, good layout inside. Big letdown is the lack of a ramp for access. I know there are other Costa stores within the Waverley Mall but the street level one has lots of steps. I'm sure there used to be a ramp access but not anymore.
20.10.2017 Tinton
Nice coffee and quick bites.situated on the top floor of Waverley mall.
03.09.2017 Jacqui
Quick service even though place was packed. Great location for Waverley train station
10.06.2017 Dimitris
what a lovely view..the very place in Princess Street next to Waverley railway station to relax after a long journey..the cookies unforgettable..also the cappuccinos ..at rush hours only a queue which is worth waiting!
08.05.2017 April
If youre gluten free...expect to only be able to eat a sweet. They NEVER have any gf sandwiches left...no ewxcuse , no apologies.
restaurant
Restaurant «Saigon Saigon» (6 min)
14 S St Andrew St, Edinburgh EH2 2AZ
Reviews
20.01.2018 Charlie
Lovely food, great atmosphere, sweet and sour chicken was delicious and good portion sizes for the price, had to wait a little while to order but it was very busy and we got time to practice to chopsticks. Very happy and full :)
04.01.2018 Szandra
Hot and sour soup was smelly, staff was not very kind nor attentive, and the food was waaay too overpriced. Had much better takeaway food for half the price. Go somewhere else in the area...
29.12.2017 Anastasia
Disgustingly dirty which makes me doubt the hygiene of the kitchen. Needs a good deep cleaning or two. Waiters hardly speak english, are not helpful and that was established on at least 3 visits. Saving grace is the food which is delicious. Please train your staff and clean the hall!!!
23.12.2017 Julia
Hmmmm! Very disappointing. Starter to share £7.80 each!! Minimum of two - consisted of per person 1 pork rib, 1 prawn toast, 1 spring roll, & 1 dim sum, oh & not forgetting the "crispy seaweed" . Not worth the price per head. Main course noodles were not cooked & very bland albeit with a taste a celery. Waiters didn't even ask if everything ok. As for the "owner", she was asleep behind the bar! Classy!!
21.12.2017 Lindz
One of the best for Dim Sum in Edinburgh. All the classics are there. I tried the lunch buffet one time out of curiosity, and it's good, but it's nothing compared to the dim sum entrees or the made to order a la carte dishes. Two can eat and be plenty satisfied for 25-35.

Frequently asked questions about Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Are pets allowed at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton?

Pets are not allowed at this hotel, but service animals are permitted.

What types of rooms does Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offer?

Room types include Accessible room, Accessible Quadruple room, Accessible Double room, Room, Quadruple room, Double room, Deluxe room, Deluxe Quadruple room, Deluxe Double room, Executive Double room, and Double Junior Suite.

Is the hotel suitable for families with children?

Children of all ages are welcome, with additional fees possibly charged for children using existing beds. Cribs and extra beds availability varies by room type.

How close is Hilton Edinburgh Carlton to public transport?

The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station, making transport connections very convenient.

Are there any ongoing renovations or construction affecting the hotel?

Yes, there is ongoing exterior wall maintenance resulting in scaffolding that covers some windows and affects views for certain rooms.

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