In a Victorian house on Drumsheugh Gardens, in the West End, The Bonham is a 5-star hotel with a restaurant, a bar and 24-hour room service. Most rooms have city views. It is a practical choice if you want to walk between the castle and Haymarket station.
Location and getting around
Haymarket station is about a 10-minute walk away, so you can arrive by train and walk to the hotel. Edinburgh Castle is about 15 minutes away and the Grassmarket about 20. Allow around 25 minutes on foot to Princes Street, by the Scott Monument, or to the Royal Mile, and the same to Waverley station. The Palace of Holyroodhouse is 2.7 km away, so a bus or taxi is best for getting there.
Rooms and facilities
All rooms have a private bathroom with a bath and shower, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and toiletries. Room service runs day and night, including for a late snack.
The restaurant serves Scottish cooking with a European influence and, according to the property, opens from Friday to Sunday for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The bar offers cocktails, wine and afternoon tea with light bites. Breakfast is served from the menu or as a buffet.
Who it suits
- Practical if you arrive or leave by train from Haymarket.
- A good fit if you like staying in a Victorian building.
- Ideal for business travellers who want room service at any hour.
Good to know
If your stay falls on a weekday, check which days the restaurant is open for dinner. Check-in is from 15:00 until midnight; at reception you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. Check-out is at 12:00. There are more hotels in this category under 5-star hotels.