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Hilton Edinburgh Carltonvsa&o Edinburgh City
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Hilton Edinburgh Carlton scores slightly higher than Safestay Edinburgh. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton comes in at 79 with positive reviews from 5 reviews including Oyster, Star Service and Time Out.
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
a&o Edinburgh City
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine The Telegraph Oyster
Lonely Planet
50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh EH1 1NE , Scotland
From $13/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
Rough Guide "A five-star hostel just off the Royal Mile, with 622 beds in twin rooms or dorms. Women-only rooms are available."
Afar Magazine "Hostels - the word alone is strong enough to awaken the worst feelings in the world." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A good example of a competitive new style of hostel accommodation: less relentlessly wholesome than a traditional rambler’s rest but not a party-animal pit." Full review
OysterBudget
"Part hostel, part residence hall, the budget Safestay Edinburgh is a young, casual property with a party atmosphere." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A big (620 beds), bright, modern hostel that feels more like a hotel... A huge bar and a central location just off the Royal Mile make this a favourite place to stay for the young, party-mad crowd." Full review
