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Reviews of The Bonham This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

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

#16 of 171 hotels in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 1607 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: June 8, 2024

    10
    Always a pleasant stay, quiet but central and much more charming than a big chain
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Space and service

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2024

    10
    We were very happy with the accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little bit further to walk to the main attractions but it gave us plenty of exercise.

    The room and hotel itself were beautifully appointed. It has a very nice bar and lounge area for relaxing. It also has a car park which we took advantage of.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay. Will book again when next in Edinburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Shower was a bit small.

    Great location - quiet but still central. Very comfortable bed and amenities.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent location spacious beautiful rooms. Great areas to relax

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2024

    10
    Wonderful elegant centrally located hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing except breakfast is very expensive at £26 per head.

    Beautiful spacious room with long views over Edinburgh to Leith. Secure car park. Great breakfast. Helpful staff. Great location. The hotel is filled with original works of art, chandeliers and Tiffany lamps from the Richard Driehaus collection which makes it feel pretty special.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2024

    10
    We fell in love with Scotland and our time at the Bonham added beautifully to our stay. A desire to return to the count
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The ambience of relaxed splendor not overdone or stuffy.

    So charming and perfect for a small wedding! The bride and groom were the happiest I’ve ever seen and the staff, room flips, decor, food was all wonderful! We enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea at the restaurant …without reservations it’s difficult to get in but due to a cancelation we were graciously accommodated . Our biggest regret…. Not staying at the Bonham longer!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2024

    10
    Fantastic experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hotel staff was extremely friendly and helpful)) the location of the hotel is great.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2024

    10
    Helpful staff and beautiful hotel in a super location, didn’t know this hotel was here but will return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NA

    Beautiful decor

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2024

    10
    A wonderful hotel in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    The room was spacious and beautifully furnished. Little touches like fresh milk and water were very welcome. The location was really good and within walking distance of all major sights. Breakfast was excellent with a good choice of options

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2024

    8.0
    Classic hotel with some classic problems
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately, the water pipes created a shrill squeal whenever someone used the plumbing. Loud enough to wake us up and although we appreciate the age of the property, the fairly recent renovations should have fixed the problem, especially at the price.

    Classic townhouse hotel with beautiful details and design.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was cold but staff brought a portable heater which helped to warm the room up. Toilet was spacious but bath tub was small and shower screen only covered about 1/3 so toilet floors always wet after shower.

    Hotel was tastefully decorated with fine art pieces. Luxurious and very comfortable. Room and toilet was spacious. Location was quiet and located about 15mins walk to city. Sadly, room didn't come with breakfast so didn't get to try their spreas. Breakfast is charged at 26pounds per pax. Hotel has limited parking space behind but not crowded and cost 20pounds per day.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2024

    10
    Lovely stay, great location, excellent amenities, beautiful facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 4 nights

    A little difficult to connect to the TV properly, but probably my own issue (and I didn't ask for help).

    Absolutely lovely room, tea & coffee with fresh milk! Lovely bathroom as well. Very comfortable bed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    8.0
    Good location, nice hotel & staff. Leave enough time for the chicken to lay the eggs at breakfast.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast took far too long & I had to leave without the hot food.

    On site parking a bonus. Very helpful & friendly staff especially the porter. Nice location & building.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    10
    Great high end stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is perfect to walk around Edinburg. The design is great and the room very comfortable. The staff was kind and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    10
    Fully geared to guests' comfort and relaxation
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not applicable.

    Everything was perfect.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was extremely hot with no AC.

    Excellent staff, beautiful room, delicious breakfast

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2024

    10
    Treated like royalty
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No complaints

    Impeccable The service stellar ! Best hotel and staff . The meals were wonderful. I am considering hosting my retreat group here next May 2025. The location was within walking distance of St Mary's cathedral, which took my breath away as well as other sites. I stayed an extra night and received a phenomenal upgraded room with a beautiful view. Loved it all!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice period hotel

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    10
    Beautiful, luxurious, old-fashioned hotel with modern comfort and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    This is a special place to stay. It’s in the elegant crescent of the Georgian town houses. When we arrived, we were instantly wrapped in luxurious atmosphere. It may be a bit far from the central Edinburgh, but actually it is an easy walking distance. We enjoyed staying in this lavishly and tastefully furnished hotel. Both restaurant and bar were very good, too. We will definitely go back there next time we go to Edinburgh.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    9.0
    Great and classy hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only bad thing that comes in mind is that there was no closet in the room where we could hang our clothes so we had to put everything on chairs.

    Very clean. Great staff. Nice drinks. Great breakfast! Great location! Overall really good experience. The staff provided us with late-checkout for free, because we needed some extra sleep.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Townhouse Double
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Service in bar area, at times very slow, and did not match the friendliness of the front office. Could be more pro active with greeting guests and acknowledging their presence, even if busy, a recognition is always appreciated. Tables slow to be cleared while eating.

    Front desk staff were fabulous. Told us a lot about the history of the property.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Beautiful hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful hotel in a lovely location. Away from the busiest tourist areas but within walking distance. Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    10
    Our second visit and plan to return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location and very welcoming team. Comfortable throughout, bar, breakfast and rooms.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    10
    Amazing place!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything. The location was fantastic. The food was nice. The afternoon tea was marvelous. Last but not least our room had a great view ! Ps. I almost forgot the helpful and super friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2024

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