The Bonham Hotel

At start of December, our group of friends booked our annual festive afternoon tea at The Bonham. There was 5 of us, and we were allocated the large table at the window in the beautiful Library. We were allocated warmly greeted on arrival, the table was lovely and we were well taken care of all afternoon. The food was lovely, no end of refreshed teas and coffees and a very relaxed afternoon was had by all. The hotel Christmas decorations were lovely. All the staff were fantastic and so helpful, including kindly taking quite a few photos of our group! The Bonham truly is an Edinburgh gem. Highly recommend.

We had an amazing experience at the Bonham. The staff is very nice, the art collection in the hotel is impressive and it is ideally located in the center of Edinburgh. Our room was very comfortable and functional. It is probably one of the most authentic hotels in the city and if you want to fully immerse yourself in a very chic and cozy Scottish atmosphere then this hotel is for you. Cocktails are delicious and my only regret is that we were never able to have dinner at the restaurant (they don’t keep tables for the clients of the hotel and you have to book in advance). Also LGBT+ friendly.

Staff were amazing. Food was delicious. Bar was great. Location is great you can walk to everything The rooms are cozy and have some fantastic rooms with everything you could possibly need. The only downside I would say is the bed was not super comfortable. It was very hard. But would recommend if you want to treat yourself to a nice stay.

All wonderful from start to finish. All staff were very well presented, courteous, professional, polite and personable. Hotel is immaculate in every area and room was beautiful and well equipped in every respect. Location is fantastic, in a lovely crescent in a quiet part of the West end, but literally a few minutes walk from all of the action. Would very highly recommend.

My husband and I came here on honeymoon and we had an absolutely wonderful time! All of the staff were friendly and helpful from those at the front desk to the cleaners who kindly let us back int he room when we had both forgotten our key card. One of the staff at the front desk was particularly knowledgeable about the hotel's history, which helped to bring the experience to life. We booked so that we had breakfast included and both enjoyed the wide selection with cooked breakfasts (the Full Scottish and eggs benedict were both particularly delicious) and continental options. The room itself was beautiful and well equipped with coffee machine, teas, and snack selection all included. The bed was comfortable and it was always nice to come back in every day after breakfast to the room freshened and clean with new towels. Overall, we were both very pleased with the service and amenities provided. The hotel itself is only a short walk from Prince's Street with bus stops even closer. A beautiful boutique hotel!

It was an amazing stay! They upgraded my room to a bigger one with a beautiful view for free. I really loved it! The receptionist, Thomas, was extremely kind and helpful, and all the staff were great and supportive. I will definitely visit again

Hello, rather than hurry back to Glasgow after an excellent performance of The Nutcracker at the Festival Theatre, my wife and I decided to stay in Edinburgh. Our choice of hotel far exceeded our expectations. From the moment we walked into The Bonham until we left, we were delighted with every aspect of our stay. The staff were excellent, welcoming and friendly. The hotel itself is a delight with excellent an excellent room and common areas to relax and enjoy.

Oh my, where to begin... location was elegant and very quiet, but only a few minutes walk to the busy shops. The overall hotels decor was plush and refined. Everything was exceptionally clean. There is the most comfortable and friendly atmosphere permeating the whole ethos of the hotel. The staff were helpful, friendly, kind and patient. They were quiet and unobtrusive in the very smooth running of the hotel. The carpark is at the rear of the property and whilst it's a bit of a squeeze to get a large vehicle through the entrance, the spaces were of good size and easy to park in. It's very secure carpark with a barrier and buzz in entry. Our family of four had breakfast both mornings and the food was wonderful. Arrived hot and cooked perfectly. Wonderful flavours and ample for whatever your appetite required. The coffee was fabulous too! Dinner was just as good an experience as everything else! Superb advice for wine - such a smooth red! My steak was cooked perfectly for me. The flavour was just fantastic, and I can, hand on heart, say it was the best steak I have ever had. We spent the rest of the evening in the bar lounge, playing cards - a perfectly relaxing evening. Would go back in a heart beat. Thank you for a wonderful stay❤️

A lovely hotel! My mother and I stayed here for two nights while visiting Scotland and it was a wonderful experience. The hotel is a great distance from Dean Village which is a beautiful place to visit along with the Art gallery which was sadly closed during our visit. Their breakfast was delicious, just as their afternoon tea was, with many wonderful vegan and vegetarian options. The service was lovely for our entire stay. And the staff was so friendly and helpful. The rooms were gorgeous and ours had a wonderful view of the city. A great hotel option while visiting Scotland!

We stayed at the Bonham Hotel our first night in Scotland, 09/13/22. After a hectic day flying then dealing with Eidinburgh road closures we were finally able to get the hotel after dining at the harbor and hiking Arthur's walk. Conveniently located in Edinburgh's west end, this posh, art-filled hotel is an 8-minute walk from the bars, brasseries and boutiques on George Street, and an 11-minute walk from Haymarket train station. This hotel offers friendly service, elegant dining and comfortable rooms. However, much to our disappointment we were assigned a basement level room without reasons. While this room was comfortable and clean, it would not have been my first choice. We should have at least been given a reason as to why a basement level room was the best option at check-in. Hence this is the only reason I am not eating this hotel a 5.

We loved our stay at The Bonham Hotel. It can be found in a rather inconspicuous location and I was apprehensive when our driver dropped us off but all my fears were quelled when we walked into the lobby. This is a beautiful boutique hotel located in a quieter part of town but walking distance to all of the popular Edinburgh landmarks. The decor is stunning, made up of awesome furniture and beautiful paintings that look like they belong in a museum and even the light fixtures were gorgeous. The rooms had a lot of modern features while giving off a cozy vibe. They were a tad small but I think that's common in Europe. My room had a beautiful view of Dean's Bridge. The bathroom was spacious and I really liked the amenities. The breakfast options were all very tasty as were the room service options. Also, they were very quick to bring out your food, something I never see in America. The staff were friendly and super helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back.

Lovely. Simply lovely. This hotel located in the West End of New Town in Edinburgh, is in a historic row of town homes located across from a private park. From the moment you pull open the large front door- you will feel that you must be staying at a posh friend's home. The front desk staff is personable and friendly and for this tired traveler who arrived at 10am in the morning- I was thrilled that they had acknowledged my early check in request which meant my room was ready and I could grab a couple of hours of sleep before heading out to take a look around. Now while all rooms are not as opulent as the suite I had, they are also nicely appointed. My suite had a bedroom that overlooked the park, there was an attached private sitting room and large bath with a footed tub and shower complete with body sprays. The 15 foot ceilings soared above me and allowed for a magnificent canopied bed to be the centerpiece of the room. The bed was a dream to sleep in . . .thick duvet, with personal robes and slippers and even a throw if you wanted to sit on the couch and read. There was even a full sized ironing board, iron and a very good hair dryer. Internet access if free but you will have to ask for a code at the front desk. Breakfast is included in your room rate each day. You have a choice of a buffet or hot breakfast and the food and service is quite good. There is also a small bar area off of the lounge which is open for afternoon tea or a glass of wine before bed. But since they are so accommodating- my favorite place to sit was in the main lobby by the windows sipping a glass of wine and sharing a dessert. The staff is happy to help you no matter where you sit. The Bonham is within walking distance of all of the sights of Edinburgh and since it is in the New Town, also has many restaurants around it that are not full of tourists but good places to meet and hang out with the locals. And it's only about 20 minutes from the airport. If you are going to be in Edinburgh for business or pleasure- check out The Bonham. It was a delight to stay here!

Very cute hotel. Room was perfect and bathroom superbe. Hot water so hot and strong power. Bar is good and bartender very professional. Reception and service good.

We had our work Christmas lunch here and it was fantastic. We pre-ordered our meals which really helped me as I am vegetarian and it allowed me to check all the ingredients with the chef before the day. For example the risotto had Parmesan cheese in it, so they make me a pumpkin risotto with veggie friendly cheese. They even sourced a veggie friendly wine which was awesome. Great service and food. We then moved through to the bar for drinks. It was such a great atmosphere with the fire going and the Christmas decorations up. Top notch, loved it.

Comfortable boutique hotel. Good breakfast. Kevin at front desk is wonderful. Spot on restaurant reservation. Ian at the front desk should not be in the service industry. Telling a customer, "I'm sorry you feel that way" does not solve a problem. It's a service industry way of saying, "I don't care". Beautiful view from our room. Bed a bit hard and sheets not soft.

Located in old Georgian houses just off the West End. Nice welcome lovely room on 4th floor with gorgeous views of the Firth of Forth. Comfortable lounge. A short walk from Haymarket Station and onto Princess Street

Am I glad I bought the voucher for an afternoon tea at the Bonham Hotel in New Town! It was a dull day, but this cannot be said from the lovely afternoon tea served at the Bonham. We were the first guests to arrive after booking a week in advance. The man on the other side of the telephone was notably polite. The lady at the reception welcomed us and lead us to another area. The bar and lounge were transformed in a comfortable afternoon tea with a working fireplace. Typical old Scottish style interior design. Just lovely. We were able to chose any kind of tea from a menu (even coffee) and the hot water refill kept coming. First drink served was the Strawberry and Tasmanian Peppers Kir Royal in very stylish and heavy champagne glasses. There was lot of champagne in the glass and nothing was spared! Then came the trier with little finger sandwiches (salmon, egg, tuna, cheese.....) - lots of them - as well as Gateau opera ,Lemon Tart, Macaroons (Bonham specialty) and Mini Sweet Treats. There was nothing I did not like. Even the Penna cotta treats were tasting delightful. The service was formal and without fault, explicit manners. What can I say, I will definitely be back for another afternoon tea during the long winter months.

a beautiful boutique hotel across from a gated park in an elegant accessible part of Edinburgh. The hotel restored from three historic now integrated townhouses is simply gorgeous with attractive antiques from rugs to draperies to comfortable chairs. The bathrooms are large and modern with fluffy towels and quality soaps and beyond. The dining room is homelike and the menu is exceptional - the best salmon anywhere for dinner. Breakfast is fresh with eggs and bread and more. The staff is not only attentive but very knowledgeable about the city of Edinburgh and Scotland in depth. A memorable and beautiful experience -perfect in every way Recommended to stay for tea

I originally rated this place as 5 stars for their afternoon tea (itison voucher). My second afternoon tea experience here just didn't live up to my high expectations though. I did wonder if they'd let their high standards slip given the huge success of the vouchers. Yes they have! :( Small niggles.....: 1/ why bother asking someone at the point of booking if there are any dietary requirements if they then ignore the 'no fish please' request and add salmon sandwiches to the plate?!? 2/ scones were overbaked, just edging over slightly on the side of burnt. There is NO WAY a quality kitchen should have let these go out. The scone is the central part of any afternoon tea so if they can't get that right..... 3/ don't tell someone you're fully booked if you're not! We sat in the bar area ourselves with no music the whole time and it was only as we were finishing that another party came in. 4/ chocolate cup cakes were again overbaked! All in all, disappointing. I won't buy another voucher for here again. There is no excuse not to keep the standards high in a place like this. With sooooo many places doing afternoon tea now in edinburgh you need amazing quality to stand out. I originally thought this place one of the best teas in Edinburgh but I fully retract that now. Shoddy. **Grumpy Laura**

I recently attended the Bonham Bubbles event here which showcased the hotel and restaurant's collaboration with Piper-Heidsieck champagne. - For just £50 you are treated either to a three course meal or afternoon tea, both with unlimited Piper champagne! With a duration time of 2.5 hours, that's a whole lot of bubbles! Piper-Heidsieck and the Bonham exude glamour in equal amounts and I can't think of a better pairing for a luxurious afternoon of lunch or afternoon tea. Considering the quality of the food and champagne along with the beautiful Bonham surroundings, I'd say that it'd be worth every penny for a special treat. Lunch was perfect in every sense of the word. From the carrot and star anise soup with ricotta and coriander gnocchi to the chicken with summer truffles, wild asparagus and girolles mushroom. - Delectable! Finally, a lick-your-lips praline chocolate brownie that I wish I could savour for an eternity. Served with a scoop of Madagascan vanilla ice cream, this was a one-way trip to dessert heaven and a truly delicious way to end the afternoon. All in all, a memorable lunch that'll be hanging on my tastebuds for a while yet. I just had to write a review for the Bonham after the event because it was such a delight to spend time there and every bite of every dish was heaven-sent. If I was that bit closer to the Bonham and my impoverished post-student-life bank balance would stretch as far to dine here...Why, I'd be there in a heartbeat!

Surely purveyors of Edinburgh's current best dinner deal? £20 per head for 3 courses plus half a bottle of house wine each strikes me as being very good. Ideally I'd award 4 & a half stars as my only minor issues with the place were no obvious restaurant staff in sight when we first arrived and the veg with our main courses was over-salted. The service, fish, meat & desserts were all excellent, the wine very drinkable and the overall ambience very relaxed. Seldom am I of a mind to have a dessert wine but was certainly in the mood this night with such a winning combination of other elements.

A nice room at a premium price, so it's what you would expect really. The quality of the food is what let this place down. I am pretty sure at breakfast I got 3 (count them!) mushrooms. The ceasar salad I ordered from room service was pretty slimy while the soup was very bland (and again hardly any bread). The gym is also pretty antiquated, thoguh I suppose its good they've wedged one in.

i went to the Bonham for an anniversary meal and it was pretty good. The decor was modern and luxurious and the staff attentive without being pushy. The food was good, although was a touch over seasoned in my opinion. I would probably go back again

I was invited out by a friend to dinner at the restaurant at The Bonham. The hotel is located in a series of old Victorian houses in the west end. It's off the main road so is quite but it is easy to get to. I was expecting good food and excellent service and I was not disappointed. The waiting staff were very pleasant and the food just melted in the mouth. We weren't upset by the price either as it was very reasonable for the quality of food and the service. I'll definatly go back again.

Lunch at bonham's was a very good experience. Quality of food was excellent, service good and nice relaxing environment. A little bit pricey for the house wine, but otherwise perfect!