Avg. for September
Avg. for September
Nightly prices at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton average US$147 in the cheapest month (January) and US$442 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$147 |
| February | US$173 |
| March | US$237 |
| April | US$270 |
| May | US$378 |
| June | US$349 |
| July | US$372 |
| August | US$442 |
| September | US$389 |
| October | US$314 |
| November | US$230 |
| December | US$249 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$442)
Cheapest: January (~US$147)
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Herbie More's, a bar/lounge which specializes in British cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Make yourself at home in one of the 266 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
With a stay at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Royal Mile and 10 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Princes Street and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from University of Edinburgh.
What's nearby
Royal Mile(0.1 Miles)
City Art Centre(0.1 Miles)
City Chambers(0.1 Miles)
Real Mary King's Close(0.2 Miles)
Edinburgh Dungeon(0.2 Miles)
Parliament House(0.2 Miles)
St. Giles' Cathedral(0.2 Miles)
Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre(0.2 Miles)
Princes Street(0.2 Miles)
Festival Theatre(0.3 Miles)
Waterloo Place(0.3 Miles)
St James Quarter(0.3 Miles)
Victoria Street(0.3 Miles)
Castlehill(0.3 Miles)
The Hub(0.3 Miles)
The preferred airport for Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(8.2 Miles)
Laundry service
Elevator/Lift
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Meeting rooms
Golf course (nearby)
Royal Mile (0.1 Miles)
City Art Centre (0.1 Miles)
City Chambers (0.1 Miles)
Real Mary King's Close (0.2 Miles)
Edinburgh Dungeon (0.2 Miles)
Parliament House (0.2 Miles)
Based on 3,069 verified reviews
Business
9%
Couple
43%
Family
33%
Group
10%
Solo
2%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton draws strong praise for its central location near the Royal Mile and Waverley Station, friendly staff, and generally comfortable rooms, while ongoing building works and access issues noticeably affect the overall experience for many guests.
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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton draws strong praise for its central location near the Royal Mile and Waverley Station, friendly staff, and generally comfortable rooms, while ongoing building works and access issues noticeably affect the overall experience for many guests.
Multiple reviews note scaffolding, noise, temporary corridors and slow or limited lifts, plus off site parking and tricky luggage drop-off. Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, but some feel dated or small, with hard beds, blocked views, temperature and TV limitations, or awkward partial shower screens. Breakfast and dining receive frequent compliments, though a number of guests found quality or service inconsistent. Right now, it suits travellers who can tolerate refurbishment in exchange for practical comfort.
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Major renovations and nearby roadworks disrupt access, with scaffolding, temporary corridors and slow or out of service lifts. Parking is off site and awkward; bar feedback ranges from pleasant to limited selection.
Hazel
5 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Candice
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lauren
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Maddie
27 Mar 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Mordechai
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mike
14 Oct 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Paul
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fatima
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Phyllis
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Catherine
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Feedback is mixed: many note clean rooms, but others report construction dust, odors, stained or worn furnishings, mouldy shower curtains, and occasional pests. Housekeeping consistency varies.
Cheryl
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Ivar
22 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lauren
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Mairin
7 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Dan
9 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Debbie
11 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ben
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amie
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Michal
18 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lee
21 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, but some are small or dated, with hard beds, limited or non smart TVs, temperature control issues, and views blocked by scaffolding. Street noise and partial shower screens also bother some stays.
Richard
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Timothy Joseph
18 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
kwei fang
7 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Matthew
2 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Alisa
16 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Neil
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
kyle
16 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Hiren
31 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Anna
11 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
John
10 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, though responsiveness and check in efficiency vary. Some guests report billing or deposit frustrations and difficulty getting assistance during busy periods.
Dianna
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Maria Jocely
5 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Edel
25 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Natalie
19 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bipin
13 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Mordechai
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Vicky
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
John E
12 Apr 2023
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Fatima
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sarah
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Exceptional central spot near the Royal Mile and Waverley Station, walkable to attractions. Access by car or taxi can be tricky due to roadworks and hills with luggage.
Francesco
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Norman Alejandrio
18 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Dominique
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Shanneil
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
erick
2 Apr 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Stephanie
30 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Serena
21 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Reuben
11 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lissy
3 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Veronica
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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Breakfast is often praised for variety and taste, but several guests found items cold, average, or faced queues. Restaurant and bar quality is mixed.
Candice
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Denise
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Patricia
6 Nov 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Maddie
27 Mar 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Sergio
18 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
James
9 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Gary
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Mario
1 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Isabel
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Richard
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Komal
5 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
MARIA E
30 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Carlos
28 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Peter
23 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Brad
21 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Offsite parking is available at discounted rates. Reservations are not required.
A buffet breakfast is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 27.50 per person.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.
The property features elevators, wheelchair-accessible registration desk, on-site restaurant, and limited wheelchair accessibility in public areas. Assistive listening devices are also available.
The hotel is centrally located in Edinburgh, just steps from the Royal Mile and a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. It is 0.2 miles from Princes Street and 0.4 miles from the University of Edinburgh.
Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Instant AI responses are based on hotel information
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton in Edinburgh typically land around US$284 a night for two guests, ranging from US$220 to US$386.
The Hilton Edinburgh Carlton in Edinburgh is busiest in September; if you prefer fewer crowds, February is the quietest month for demand and generally the easiest time to find rooms and shorter queues at attractions.
January is the cheapest month to stay at the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton in Edinburgh, averaging US$178 a night; August is the priciest, averaging US$485. January offers the lowest rates even though February is the quietest month for crowds.
The Hilton Edinburgh Carlton in Edinburgh is within easy walking distance of the Royal Mile, St. Giles' Cathedral and Princes Street, making it convenient for sightseeing. The hotel commonly welcomes couples and families and suits both family and business travel themes.
The current price at Hilton Edinburgh Carlton in Edinburgh is US$528 per night for 2 guests, which is typical for this hotel: within 10% of its US$487 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between US$361 and US$764.
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Laundry service
Elevator/Lift
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Meeting rooms
Golf course (nearby)
Elevator/Lift
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Meeting rooms
Laundry service
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Coworking Spaces
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products Used
Laundry Facilities
Assistive Listening Devices Available
Breakfast Available (surcharge)
Smoke-Free Property
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Wheelchair-Accessible on-Site Restaurant
Wheelchair-Accessible Registration Desk
Golf course (nearby)
Fitness Center (24-hour)
Offsite Parking Discounted Rates Available
Free wi-fi
Internet (Wired) (free)