The Bonham Hotel

Enjoy cocktails, live music, and delicious food on site
Edinburgh Castle is only a 10-minute taxi ride away

Relaxed elegance in the West End

Prepare to be wowed by the refined elegance of the Bonham Hotel, which occupies a Victorian townhouse in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End. Whether you’re looking forward to a peaceful stay in luxury surroundings or a lively break filled with sightseeing, this hotel has you covered – thanks to its relaxed ambience and perfect positioning close to the city’s top attractions.

Many of the hotel’s well-appointed rooms promise panoramic views over the city, and the Edinburgh skyline is one of the most enchanting in Europe. You can rely on the 24/7 room service and the friendly front desk to support you around the clock, while the standard in-room amenities include high-speed WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom with a bath and shower.

Although there’s a range of restaurants a short walk from the front door, it’s a challenge to better the Bonham’s in-house eatery. Under the creative direction of Marco Norbrega, the No.35 serves traditional fare with European flair and even hosts live music nights. The in-house bar is a suave spot for classic cocktails, while the hotel’s afternoon tea is an opulent treat not to be missed.

A stone’s throw from the leafy Water of Leith Walkway and a 10-minute taxi from Edinburgh Castle, the charming Bonham Hotel is an excellent pick for your Scottish escape

What The Bonham Hotel has to offer

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Moldy, damp rooms, very poor customer service.

06 Jun. 2026

Roberta R

"My family of 5 (3 adult children)was golfing and touring in Scotland. We stayed 2 nights at the Bonham Hotel. The hotel was booked months in advance thru our travel agent at Carr Golf for 3 premium rooms. We were placed in the basement next to a service entrance. The smell of mold was overwhelming and the rooms were damp. There was no exhaust fan for the bathroom or dehumidifier. They were not able to accommodate new rooms on the higher. Our clothes were damp by the time we checked out. The hotel is in need of a cleaning. Our carpet was stained. The air freshener in the lobby is overpowering to cover the mold smell."

Another amazing stay!

05 Jun. 2026

MildredK

"Once again we had a incredible stay before and after this year’s Scotland adventure! I’ve written several Bonham reviews and because consistency and quality matter and that’s The Bonham, I’ll write another one! The Bonham is simply the only place we will ever stay in Edinburgh! It’s a lovely boutique hotel with great public spaces and fantastic rooms and terrific people. The staff are great. I never remember all of the names but Danielle and Emil at breakfast are wonderful. And Pedro was also great to talk with as were everyone at the front desk and the lady who staffs the bar. This time, as I prepare for a hip replacement, I was a little mobility challenged and everyone went out of their way to be helpful! Thank you! The views from the rooms that face the back of the hotel are absolutely incredible - at least “our” room. We invited a friend who lives in Edinburgh to check out the view, he deemed it to be one of the best in Edinburgh. The picture I included is just a small portion and doesn’t do the view justice. On a clear day and it usually has been, you can see the the bridges, the Firth of Fourth, Fife, and then closer, the Dean Bridge, Dean Village, the Waters of Leith, and the grounds of the modern art gallery!"

Nice hotel.

04 Jun. 2026

NJGirl2014

"Lovely hotel in a quiet part of Edinburgh. Staff was very helpful.. However, the hotel is not air conditioned which probably wouldn’t be an issue most of the time, but we were there during a warm spell. There was a fan in the room, but it just recirculated warm air."