Angels Share Hotel
At a glance: 4-star · 31 rooms
Near: Edinburgh Castle · 7 min walk
Guests love: Location · Atmosphere
What guests say about…
Reviews from
Fiona Dorrian
Response from the property
Hi Fiona, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're delighted to hear you appreciated the comfort of your room and the tasty food at the bar. We apologise for the room temperature being higher than expected and will look into improving this aspect. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the location and your visit to the sights nearby. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Angels Share
Julie Hall
Katherine Edge
Response from the property
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the food, atmosphere and temperature didn’t meet your expectations during your work event. We take comments like yours seriously and will use them to review our offering and the downstairs space. We hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience in the future.
Kenny Chou
Response from the property
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found your queen room clean, spacious, and comfortable, and that you enjoyed the bedding and amenities such as the mini fridge, bathrobes, and slippers. We do apologize for the delay you experienced at check-in. We understand that waiting for assistance after arriving can be frustrating, and we'll review this with our team to ensure guests are welcomed promptly, even during quieter periods. We appreciate your comments and hope to have the opportunity to provide an even smoother experience on your next stay. All the best, Angels Share Management
Mike Conner
Response from the property
Hi Mike, Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted you enjoyed your visit and found our hotel beautifully decorated. We hope to welcome you back soon. Best regards, Angels Share
Katie M
The hotel's own restaurant serves modern Scottish dishes, and its bar offers food, whisky, and cocktails. Nearby on Hope Street, Whighams Wine Cellars is a wine bar with Scottish cuisine, and West End Brasserie offers French, seafood, and British dishes. A short walk away, Zizzi on Queensferry Street serves Italian and pizza, while The Huxley on Rutland Street is a bar with European and Scottish food. Pulse PlantBased HomeCooking on Lothian Road provides international and healthy options.
The hotel sits in Edinburgh's West End, just off Princes Street, with Edinburgh Castle a 7-minute walk away. The Scotch Whisky Experience and Camera Obscura are 10 minutes on foot, and Scott Monument is 12 minutes. St Giles' Cathedral and The Edinburgh Dungeon are 13 minutes away, with The Real Mary King's Close 14 minutes and the National Museum of Scotland 15 minutes. The hotel's own bar, cafe, and restaurant offer dining on site. Nearby, you'll find Tesco Express and an ATM for essentials. The area is central, with many sights within a short stroll.
From Edinburgh Airport, take the tram to West End stop, about 0.2 miles from the hotel, or a taxi. Haymarket Train Station is 0.6 miles away, a 10-minute walk, and Edinburgh Train Station is 0.8 miles, a 12-minute walk. A bus stop on Queensferry Street is about 400 feet from the hotel, and Princes Street, with many bus routes, is around 300 feet away. Taxis are available from both stations and the airport.
In the evening, you can start at the hotel's own bar and restaurant, which serves contemporary Scottish food, whisky, and cocktails, with live music from Thursday to Sunday. Nearby, Whighams Wine Cellars on Hope Street offers a wine bar experience, and The Huxley on Rutland Street is a popular bar with Scottish and European options. For a lively pub atmosphere, Mathers Bar on Queensferry Road is close by. Edinburgh Castle is a 7-minute walk away, and the Old Town's attractions like The Edinburgh Dungeon and St Giles' Cathedral are within a 13-minute stroll, making for a pleasant evening wander.
Yes, Angels Share Hotel is an excellent base for exploring Edinburgh. You can walk to Edinburgh Castle in 7 minutes, the Scotch Whisky Experience in 10, and the Scott Monument in 12. St Giles' Cathedral and the National Museum of Scotland are also within a 15-minute walk. For farther sights, Haymarket and Edinburgh train stations are about a 10 to 12 minute walk away, making day trips easy. The hotel's own restaurant and bar offer convenient dining after a day of sightseeing.

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