THE BONHAM

Edinburgh townhouse treat with cool urban edge.

SET ON A LEAFY GEORGIAN TERRACE in Edinburgh’s West End, The Bonham shows just how fabulous a Scottish Victorian building can look when it’s given a makeover in coolly contemporary clothes

Brilliantly located in a quiet crescent within easy walking distance of the Royal Mile (and a magnet for visiting celebs), this townhouse boutique hotel is packed with sleek ‘n’ chic contemporary flair.

Tall Georgian windows and original features are set off by The Bonham’s custom-designed furnishings, bleached wood floors and bold artworks. Swagged drapes, crushed velvet throws and splashes of purple, mulberry and rust add style while thick carpets, big beds and enormous baths pile on the cosseting  factor.

The Bonham

Hit the spot
In a leafy Edinburgh townhouse terrace.

Pillow Talk
The Luxury suites have bay windows over the gardens and bathrooms big enough to party in.

Be savvy
There’s no bar, but drinks are served in the lobby.

Be smitten

Perfect for those don’t-get-out-of-bed weekends

Views over the Forth


Size doesn’t matter when it comes to the light and airy, slickly styled bedrooms – even the smallest have decent queen sized beds and plenty of personality. Some sport floor to ceiling windows, and all have fluffy robes and softest cotton sheets for those don’t-get-out-of-bed weekends. Bathrooms come well stocked with Molton Brown body products.

Rooms at the rear have views over Edinburgh’s New Town and towards the Forth river, while those at the front overlook grassy Drumsheugh Gardens. One has a black leather headboard and stripey carpets for something a bit edgy, while another has an Edwardian free-standing copper bath. Two luxurious suites rustle with rich velvets, leathers, silk and suede.

Public areas in the contemporary-spirited Bonham are just as striking. Lofty natural proportions have a distinctly modernist edge in the trendy reception lounge, while upbeat artworks throughout feature some great up-and-coming Scottish talent.

Ready to eat? Sleek urban styling and dramatic artworks by Tilo Stengel mark out The Bonham’s coolly minimal restaurant as something of a destination in its own right. Dine on rosette-winning classic French dishes, and look forward to great Scottish breakfasts here when it’s time to (sigh) get up out of bed.

Staff win huge plaudits for their nothing’s-too-much-trouble attitude. With Princes Street and Edinburgh’s top sights within easy walking distance (and a guest carpark being another plus), this townhouse boutique hotel makes a capital Edinburgh base.


The Bonham was reviewed for Room for Romance by Sarah Robinson

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Dining in
Cooking is French with added zest in The Bonham’s coolly minimal restaurant, where chef Michel Bouyer uses seasonal Scottish produce to reinterpret French classics with style. There’s also an excellent wine list. Treat yourself to the roasted scallops with pig trotter croquettes and langoustine ravioli, or for something lighter try the grilled sea bream with vegetable stir fry.

Breakfast
Breakfast is served until 10:00. Try an array of Scottish treats at The Bonham: smoked west coast salmon, haggis, kippers or kedgeree, besides hams, cheese, fruits and chocolate croissants.

Room service
Available 24 hours.




Where?
The Bonham.

What’s cooking?

Traditional French favourites, made with the best Scottish ingredients.

Top table?
People watch from a window seat, or for more intimacy grab the big table at the back.

See & Do
Take a walk around Edinburgh Castle and gaze over the city's rooftops from its lofty ramparts. Wander down the Royal Mile to Holyrood House, or divert to the National Gallery of Scotland – home to a wealth of famous Scottish and international art, from Da Vinci to Tracy Emin.

Diary Dates
August
The world famous Edinburgh Festival is a riot of comedy, art, street entertainment and must-see acts –  be sure to book early.

New Year
Experience a legendary Edinburgh Hogmanay with fireworks, music and night-long revelry.
GETTING THERE

Location
Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh EH3 7RN

Parking
There is (limited) free guest parking at the rear of the hotel.

Trains
Haymarket station – 1 mile. InterCity trains arrive here from all parts of the UK. 

Taxis
GBP 5 from Haymarket rail station.

Airport
Edinburgh – 7 miles.



Rooms and suites

46 rooms and two suites.

Special features

Individually decorated rooms have free internet access, Molton Brown smellies, an eTV entertainment system,  hospitality tray and minibar.

Also…
Check out the Superior room with its gorgeous copper bath, or one of the Luxury suites with their huge bathrooms.

ESSENTIAL INFO

Rates guide
GBP 125 - 400

Open/closed
Open all year

Check-in
14:00

Check-out
12:00

Minimum night stay?
Two nights at weekends

Children

Welcome. Extra beds and baby cots are available on request.

Pets
Well behaved dogs are welcome by request only.

Air conditioning
No.

Wedding license?
No, but receptions with up to 70 guests can be catered for, based on exclusive hire.



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