The Bonham Hotel
35 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh EH3 7RN Scotland
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Set in a quiet leafy crescent in the exclusive West End of Edinburgh, only minutes from the main attractions, The Bonham provides guests with luxurious fully refurbished rooms and suites. Many rooms offer stunning views either over Drumsheugh Gardens or looking North over the New Town towards the Firth of Forth and the Kingdom of Fife. Welcoming lounges and a stylish restaurant and bar make the most of the beautiful interiors of the original houses and look over the peaceful Drumsheugh Gardens. Surrounded by the stunning backdrop of the magnificent Scottish capital, we look forward to welcoming you to your new home away from home in Edinburgh. An extensive renovation of the entire hotel was completed in 2019 ensuring guests can enjoy 5 star comfort and service during their time at The Bonham.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Children's television networks
Highchairs available
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Car park
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Meeting rooms
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Umbrella
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
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Ironing service
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Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
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Interconnected rooms available
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Cable / satellite TV
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Safe
Telephone
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Bottled water
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Complimentary toiletries
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Non-smoking rooms
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We stayed here after traveling in Scotland for 14 days and we were so grateful that this hotel was where we ended our tour. We loved this hotel! It is beautiful, grand and classy without being stuffy. Our room was so pretty with very nice furnishings and linens. The room was also super clean which is more important to me than being pretty. We loved that it was located away from all of the hustle and bustle on a quiet street. We actually slept with our window open every night. We easily walked to everything we wanted to see except the day we went to see The Royal Yacht Britannia. We had to take a taxi that day. The employees went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Breakfast was very good and generous. We really enjoyed getting a drink in the evening, finding a table to play a few hands of cards and chat about the day we had. There are plenty of places to sit and relax and just unwind. Bonham is easily one of the best hotel's I've ever stayed in. I highly recommend staying here.…
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Get out and walk in the neighborhood. There is so much to see.
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My husband and I stayed at The Bonham for a week as part of our honeymoon. It was our first time in Edinburgh and we found the hotel to be perfectly placed. While it is outside the city center, it is close enough to walk in and far enough to enjoy the quiet and get away from the crowds. The staff were always friendly, helpful, and made us feel very welcome. Our room was beautiful, clean, comfortable and bigger than expected with a stunning view. The bed was harder than we prefer, but that was the only drawback. Overall we had a wonderful stay at The Bonham and we would be happy to come back next time we’re in Edinburgh!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Beautiful hotel. The most beautiful hotel room I’ve ever stayed in! The room was spacious, beautifully decorated, with the most spectacular view. They left chocolates and snacks in the room every day. The beds were comfortable. The cleanliness was 9/10. I’m especially picky about that and in a hotel of this caliber/ price that should be perfect. The location was a 10 minute walk from the attractions of Edinburgh. We appreciated being close without being in the middle of all the commotion. We did not have any meals or drinks in the lounge but it looked lovely. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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The Bonham's a hotel unlike any other I've stayed in. Be sure to talk to the staff about the history and how it came to be. Each of the staff members have obvious pride in their work and share their excitement with guests. We will return again and again.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Perfect location, perfect room, perfect staf, and perfect dining. This hotel is just lovely and we absolutely couldn't ask for more. The staff was so understanding and helpful, they really relieved some of our anxieties of being in a new country.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Fantastic hotel in a great location in a quiet neighborhood. We really enjoyed our stay here and the staff are all very friendly. Louie and Carl looked after us very well. The rooms are very nice, the dining room and bar are amazing. Can’t say enough, but I will stay here again.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: They have 24hr bar service, a full breakfast and continental and dining room.
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Response from Tomasz Stanicki, Guest Services / Front Office at The Bonham Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for this lovely review. We're delighted that you had such a wonderful time in our excellently located hotel and that our staff were able to make your stay even more special. I'll be sure to pass your kind words to Carl and Louie and we hope we can welcome you back again soon. Regards, Tomasz Stanicki Duty Manager
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Stayed a few weeks back, had a lovely drink before leaving, came back and large group had their kids in the bar at c10pm running around, causing chaos. 10:30pm still there. I think like almost everyone, a bar environment isn’t great for small kids at this very late time. After raising this, the hotel moved them 10m to a seating area but they kept on coming back to the bar. Hotel said there was nothing they could do and we should move on to allow the kids to play. It’s a small hotel, the kids were screaming, you could hear them from everywhere it was possible to have a drink, it was also c 11pm at the time. I spoke to the manager, who took 4 days to respond, didn’t acknowledge anything about me coming to him direct and not writing a poor review. Said that guests could “legally use” the hotel exactly like their home. Well, you can legally use a lot of places like you use your home. You can eat smelly food on a busy bus, listen to music loudly without earphones on your phone on a crowded train, be boisterous in a quiet pub full of old people, but people generally don’t because it shows no respect to others. Add in a hefty bill for the hotel and expensive drinks and I think the onus on letting people take “quiet enjoyment” from their surroundings is paramount. It was bizzare having to explain this concept to Gordon the hotel manager, who just didn’t get it. So if you fancy your stay being ruined by a stag party or screaming kids, stay here because seemingly anything goes here at any time.…
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Response from Tomasz Stanicki, Guest Services / Front Office at The Bonham Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Good afternoon, Mr Haywood-Farmer I’m sorry to read that other guests in the hotel disturbed you, Whilst the family you mention were kind enough to move to another lounge area, I’m afraid it is not possible for us to ask guests to vacate public areas completely. We welcome all guests, including families and would ask everyone to be respectful of others using the hotel. I’m sorry you felt our response times to your email were slow and were not the answer you were looking for – regarding your posting of a “poor review”, we appreciate guests can leave reviews on several different sites, which we welcome them to do – this ability, however, in no way influences our decisions when dealing with any issues highlighted by guests, Once again, thank you for your feedback Regards, Tomasz Stanicki Duty Manager
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This is a very special, lovely place to stay. Far from the maddening crowds, but close enough to walk to all the sights and great restaurants. The rooms are redone and lovely. The staff is professional and friendly. Breakfast was excellent and No 35 their restaurant is a great choice. We look forward to our stay here again.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Tomasz Stanicki, Guest Services / Front Office at The Bonham Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for this fantastic review. We are happy yo hear that you enjoyed our beautiful hotel rooms and idyllic location as well as our delicious breakfasts and wonderful restaurant service. We hope we can see you again in the future. Regards, Tomasz Stanicki Duty Manager
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There would be lots of reasons to leave a bad review: The bar fish and chips had been cooked in oil that may have been older than the hotel itself. The room had a large skylight without any bling or curtain, making sleep after 5.00am virtually impossible. But - we still really liked it. Pleasant helpful staff and a general feeling of being in – well being in a slightly quirky British hotel. Would we return? Yes, but… We´d make sure to find a room without a skylight and we wouldn´t eat at the bar.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Don´t eat at the bar.
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Response from Tomasz Stanicki, Guest Services / Front Office at The Bonham Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We are sorry that you weren't fully satisfied with your bar meal but we are glad you enjoyed the service and overall ambience of the hotel. We'll be sure to look into the concerns that you have raised and we hope to see you again soon. Regards, Tomasz Stanicki Duty Manager
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My husband purchased a package for my 60th birthday WOW It was amazing and totally blew me away. It was excellent in every way The room The service Thé Afternoon Tea The Whiskey & Gin Flight Chris was so knowledgeable and extremely professional as he talked us through the Gins tonics & whiskey Louis was also lovely and very friendly We had a super time The service from the whole team was exceptional We were only sorry we couldn’t add an extra night as they were full
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Book in advance one night isn’t enough
It is a short 15 minute walk to the Castle & the old town...
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Response from Tomasz Stanicki, Guest Services / Front Office at The Bonham Hotel
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Thank you for this glowing review. I'm thrilled that we were able to provide you with such a fantastic birthday trip. I'm glad you enjoyed our fantastic whisky and gin selection along with our delicious Afternoon Tea selection and great service. I'll be sure I pass on your kind words to our great service team and to Chris and Louis in particular. I hope we can see you again in the future. Regards, Tomasz Stanicki Duty Manager
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PRICE RANGE
US$264 - US$450 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
49
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Bonham Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Bonham Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Georgian House (0.5 km), Dean Village (0.2 km), and St. Mary's Cathedral (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Bonham Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Bonham Hotel?
Top room amenities include a minibar, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Bonham Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Bonham Hotel?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and paid public parking on-site are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Bonham Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Forage & Chatter, @Pizza, and The Painted Rooster.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Bonham Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does The Bonham Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Bonham Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Polish.
Are there any historical sites close to The Bonham Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Palace of Holyroodhouse (2.7 km), The Real Mary King's Close (1.6 km), and Edinburgh Vaults (1.8 km).