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Reviews of The Bonham 5 stars

35 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh, EH3 7RN, United Kingdom

#16 of 181 hotels in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1881 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 6 September 2025

    8.0
    Quiet luxury feeling.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I thought parking was complementary. One of the reasons I chose this property. But there is a per day charge.

    Beautiful property. Lovely room and a great bar and restaurant. A long walk to the royal mile though.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2025

    9.0
    Short stay in our favourite hotel. Always lives up to expectation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was located next to the lift and it did wake us up in the night. We were only there 2 nights so didn’t feel the need to ask for a move.

    Exceptional hotel. Beautiful building that has been upgraded but kept in original style. The staff provide that 5 star experience. So helpful and welcoming. Food and drinks are top notch.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2025

    10
    Great place to stay in a great neighborhood
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    loved the decor! It was beautiful.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    10
    Excellent!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Bonham Hotel was the perfect place to end our trip in Edinburgh. The location is absolutely ideal, allowing easy access to many of the city’s attractions and lively neighbourhoods and the staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Our room was incredibly spacious and beautifully designed, with high-quality facilities that made our stay both comfortable and luxurious. Overall, The Bonham exceeded our expectations in every way, and it was truly a memorable conclusion to our journey. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Edinburgh!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King
    • Stayed 1 night

    WIndows did not open and the Dyson aircon doesn't really cool - got quite stuffy.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    10
    Old world elegance and service in the heart of Edi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There isn't much to not to like at the Bonham. Even though the elevator was a Euro sized the stairs were lovely.

    Room was nice and spacious, well appointed and had a beautiful view. The breakfast was good and provided both continental breakfast and an ala cart menu. The bar was old style fancy. A beautiful environment for a drink before going out.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing

    Best breakfast. Staff was so friendly and helpful, especially Emily, who made us look forward to every breakfast. They provided daily cleaning. Sparkling clean areas and sit out rooms, bar. We had really good feelings here, and the location was approximate to every key place. The room was equipped with every amenities you can think of, including the very basic ones. We are definitely coming back soon.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    10
    Elegant historic property, helpful staff, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing

    Beautiful historic property. Location convenient yet quiet.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The chandelier light was not working

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Beautiful hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None. I hope shower box had water pressure like bath tub..

    We had the room with beautiful view overlooking the Dean Village greens & river. The room was clean and specious, nicely decorated, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom kept in original design which maybe not so convenient but we thought it is lovely imagining the past history of the building. Those complimentary coffee/tea and daily cute snacks we found in the room made our stay relaxing and comfortable. We enjoyed our breakfast in the restaurant, the beautiful dining room. Thank you for your warm hospitality.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location is perfect Staff is so friendly

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    10
    Try felt like a home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Style and staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loves the property and location. Service and staff were exceptional!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    8.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved the style of the Hotel and the bar !

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    8.0
    Very nice hotel in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location and facilities were excellent. really enjoyed our stay

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    10
    Relaxing and quality
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Visit was during Fringe & tattoo, so prices are high everywhere.

    The location is excellent for all attractions. Excellent staff, and relaxed atmosphere in the hotel

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night

    Clean, calm and the perfect place to stay after a flight from Sydney

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful building, fabulous staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Fabulous stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great friendly check in. All staff were helpful.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    10
    Welcoming, made to feel special, deserves five stars.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Our room was lovely. Coffee machine and kettle for making tea, mini fridge with a bottle of complimentary water and milk. Bed was remade every day and towels folded neatly in bathroom. There was an iron and ironing board, plenty of coat hangers in wardrobe, sewing kit, shoe polisher, toiletries, hairdryer, a comfy chair and stool, table and dressing table and chair. A small bag of biscuits were placed on the bed and a small chocolate square on both pillows every morning after that when room was cleaned. On arrival staff very pleasant and a porter took our luggage up to our room on a luggage trolley. Breakfast was 7.30 til 10.30 which is ample time and the service is excellent. You are made to feel special. The hotel has kept its traditional style and very tastefully decorated. It definitely deserves its five stars. There is parking charged at £20 per day.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    lovely room, very cosy, nice location nice quiet area
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night

    staff didn't offer to help me bring my suitcase upstairs, and i struggled to find my room as the layout can be slightly confusing

    liked the cosy touches in the room, cookies, dressing gowns, breakfast was good.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, the staff were kind and helpful.

    Beautiful details, thoughtful touches with the room like the vintage looking radio. Breakfast was excellent, wide selection of dishes.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air conditioning in the rooms also because it has one window there is no airflow..

    The location was good near almost every place also so many coffee shops and restaurants . Also the building and the furniture so luxury

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food/ restaurant had very limited options.

    The preservation of history. Loved having cocktails in the library.

    Stayed in August 2025

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