Hilton Edinburgh CarltonvsApex Grassmarket Hotel
Both Hilton Edinburgh Carlton and Apex Grassmarket Hotel are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton ranks marginally better than Apex Grassmarket Hotel. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton comes in at 79 with approval from 5 reviews like The Telegraph, Jetsetter and Time Out.
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
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." Full review
Time Out
"The big one on the bridge." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A big, glossy city centre hotel with a strong corporate identity." Full review
Jetsetter
"A classic four-star hotel in the heart of Edinburgh, with breakfast, late check-out and an optional dinner voucher." Full review
Star Service
"This functional, city-plotted hotel competes well with the Apex International, although it lacks its square-on castle views." Full review
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
31 - 35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS, Scotland
From $122/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"Centrally located and with good business facilities, the 171-room Apex has stylish, modern décor, large, luxurious bedrooms, a rooftop restaurant and great views of the castle."
Rough Guide
"This ex-university building turned 175-bed business-oriented hotel has comfortable rooms, some with views to the Castle. Faces the happening Grassmarket."
Time Out
"This 1996 debut venture from Apex was refurbished and extended just a couple of years later; more than a decade on, it remains a slick, contemporary venue in a brilliant location." Full review
Star Service
"This value-focused hotel competes on its own level thanks to a plethora of amenities and a convenient location not far from Edinburgh Castle." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Not to be confused with the nearby Apex Edinburgh City hotel, this sibling has a gym, swimming pool and slightly better views." Full review