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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton vs The Balmoral Hotel
Both Hilton Edinburgh Carlton and The Balmoral Hotel are endorsed by professionals. Overall, The Balmoral Hotel scores significantly better than Hilton Edinburgh Carlton. The Balmoral Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 95 with endorsements from 16 sources like Hideaway Report, Gayot and Oyster.
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
Oyster
Time Out
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Star Service
19 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1SD, Scotland
From $90 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Hilton Edinburgh Carlton's biggest selling point is its location -- right in the heart of Edinburgh within walking distance of pretty much everything."
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Time Out
"The big one on the bridge."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"A big, glossy city centre hotel with a strong corporate identity."
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Jetsetter
"A classic four-star hotel in the heart of Edinburgh, with breakfast, late check-out and an optional dinner voucher."
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Star Service
"This functional, city-plotted hotel competes well with the Apex International, although it lacks its square-on castle views."
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The Balmoral Hotel
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides
Jetsetter
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1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ, Scotland
From $227 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Classically styled bedrooms with rich fabrics and a subtle contemporary edge... Highly detailed service."
Frommer's
"Almost directly above Waverley railway station, The Balmoral's soaring clock tower is a city landmark, famously set a few minutes fast for the benefit of those on the way to the train."
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Concierge
"It could not be more central or more subtly beautiful... on the other hand, its rates could hardly be higher."
Insight Guides
"Edinburgh's classic five-star hotel located at the east end of Princes Street in a large and imposing building. Excellent service, sublime restaurants and a luxurious atmosphere."
Jetsetter
"Impressive historic hotel that combines Edwardian finery with up-to-date luxury in the heart of Edinburgh."
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Choose from the chic Art Deco brasserie Hadrian’s — designed by Olga Polizzi — or the refined Michelin-starred Number One. Book ahead for a corner banquette and a tasting menu experience amid reimagined Edwardian sophistication.
