Hilton Hotels & Resorts arrives in heart of Scottish capital

EDINBURGH, Scotland & MCLEAN, VA – Hilton Hotels & Resorts today announced the official opening of Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, marking the 16th property in the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of brands in Scotland and the eighth Hilton Hotels & Resorts hotel in the country.

More than four million tourists visit Edinburgh yearly1 and they can now be welcomed with Hilton’s brand of hospitality in the heart of the city centre. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton showcases the rich history of Edinburgh and is within walking distance of myriad attractions, from the famous Royal Mile, which it overlooks, to the beautiful St. Giles’ Cathedral. The hotel is owned and operated by Amaris Hospitality and is part of their 73-hotel portfolio across the UK and Ireland.

Andreas Lackner, vice president, area brand management, Hilton Worldwide, said, “Hilton Edinburgh Carlton offers a chic hotel experience in a prime Edinburgh locale with its sleek design, top-notch amenities and all the benefits and high-quality service expected from Hilton Hotels & Resorts. We are delighted to be extending our footprint in Scotland and to welcome guests from all over the world, especially with the Edinburgh Fringe Festival taking place this month, attracting thousands of visitors.”

John Brennan, CEO of Amaris Hospitality said, “The Carlton Hotel is an iconic Edinburgh institution and today’s transition marks the completion of a £17 million complete refurbishment program that has transformed this unique and seminal hotel. With this significant investment and upgrade, Amaris Hospitality hopes to restore and transform this illustrious Grade B listed building for the enjoyment of our guests from around the world. We look forward to working in conjunction with our partners at Hilton Worldwide and seeing the Carlton return to its position as one of Edinburgh’s preeminent hotels.”

Located less than 10 miles from Edinburgh Airport, and just a short stroll away from iconic attractions, guests can visit the many luxurious boutiques and array of restaurants and bars that Edinburgh has to offer. The hotel is also a half-mile from Edinburgh Castle and the lively Princes Street, along with some of the UK’s top companies making it an ideal location for business and leisure travelers alike.

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is located at 19 Northbridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1SD, United Kingdom.