The Angels Share Hotel
Rooms here are designed to highlight famous modern Scots, whether actors Ewan McGregor and Kelly Macdonald or singer Amy Macdonald. The upholsteries and décor are bold and modern, as well. The location is ideal, poised between Edinburgh's West End and New Town districts, with the castle -- less than a 15 minute walk away -- illuminated on the hill above. The hotel bar offers cocktails and live local musicians from Thursday to Saturday evenings.