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Edinburgh Holyrood HotelvsHilton Edinburgh Carlton
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel and Hilton Edinburgh Carlton are both recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Macdonald Holyrood Hotel scores slightly better than Hilton Edinburgh Carlton. Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is ranked #16 in Edinburgh with accolades from 6 publications like Frommer's, Jetsetter and Star Service.
Edinburgh Holyrood Hotel
Frommer's
Star Service
Oyster
Time Out
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Fodor's
81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AU, Scotland
From $173/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "The Club Floor is geared toward luxury-minded guests: It has a dedicated elevator, butler service, lounge, and library, along with a champagne and canapé reception every night." Full review
Star Service "This modern, yet unpretentious hotel is similar in quality to the Carlton and bears an equally precious downtown locale although without the views of the castle-facing rooms in the Apex International." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is a 156-room upscale property just steps from Holyrood Park and a mile from Edinburgh Castle." Full review
Time Out "the Macdonald has always had a business feel. ... It's the exclusive Club Floor, with its upgraded rooms and views of Holyrood Park, that's the stand-out feature." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"With comfortable rooms (consider upgrading) and a spa, swimming pool and gym it’s definitely worth considering, especially for families or as part of a special deal." Full review
Jetsetter "Stylish stay in Edinburgh's quiet Old Town, with an award-winning restaurant and close proximity to the Royal Mile." Full review
Fodor's "Situated in Edinburgh's beautiful old town, this absolutely lovely hotel is just a few minutes walk away from the Scottish Parliament building and from the famous Royal Mile." Full review
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
OysterUpper-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 Telegraph7.0
"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
