The Angel Hotel

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The Angel Hotel, an award-winning 4-star property, blends traditional Georgian elegance with modern design. Built in 1452, its ground floor was fully refurbished in 2019. Centrally located in Bury St Edmunds, the hotel overlooks Angel Hill and the Abbey Gardens, placing guests steps away from The Athenaeum and St Edmundsbury Cathedral. It's also within walking distance of Abbeygate Street's shops, Theatre Royal, The Apex, and a 15-20 minute walk from the train station. The hotel has a rich history, famously hosting Charles Dickens. The 77 guestrooms are well-appointed, each featuring a flat-screen television, complimentary wireless internet, a phone, desk, coffee/tea maker, and bottled water. Bathrooms come with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Select rooms offer views of the Abbey Ruins, deep copper bathtubs, or air conditioning. Dining options include The Eaterie, serving British cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, complemented by a bar and lounge overlooking Angel Hill. Full breakfasts are available for a fee on weekdays (7-10 AM) and weekends (8-10:30 AM), with 24-hour room service also provided. A unique feature is the 12th-century underground vaults, available for private dining and special events. Guests can also relax in the lobby lounge by a log fire. Amenities include a terrace, business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services are available throughout. Parking options comprise on-site parking (first-come, first-served, subject to charges), valet parking (£7.50 per 24 hours), and concierge assistance for off-site alternatives. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas. The hotel boasts a prime location, with The Abbey Gate, Abbey Gardens, The Athenaeum, and St Edmundsbury Cathedral all within 0.1 km (0.1 mi). Other nearby attractions include St Mary's Church (0.3 km / 0.2 mi), Moyse's Hall Museum, Greene King Brewery, and Bury St Edmunds Abbey (all 0.4 km / 0.2 mi). Stansted Airport (STN) is the preferred airport, 80 km (49.7 mi) away, while Cambridge (CBG) is 42 km (26.1 mi) distant.

Bury St Edmunds