Garden view

Reviews of Blinkbonny House

3 out of 5
Blinkbonny House
23 Blinkbonny Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 443 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 443 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host, Bedroom spacious and comfortable Shower was powerful and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were served an excellent breakfast, Our host was very gracious to let us leave our car there early in the morning, before checking in late on the day of our arrival. Our one suggestion for improvement is that the bed pillows should be replaced, as they are all flat.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 29, 2023
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8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 26, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 18, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cozy, comfortable place not far from Edinburgh's city center. The room was quiet and breakfast was delicious. Staff was very attentive and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 12, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 12, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

R. Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 25, 2023
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6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Not close to town. Bus took too long, so we used an Uber to and from property daily. Beds were hard and covers were musty. No lounging area or beverages available. Was presented with a hot Coke when I asked. The food was good and available when you requested. The bathroom was a good size and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 3, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 29, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to buses to downtown. Nice breakfast and Shawn was a very helpful and caring host. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 19, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So friendly and knowledgeable. Felt we were welcomed family. Best coffee in Great Britain. Great breakfast that was included. Sad that we only had one night there . Shawn had great stories and knowledge of the area . Beautiful home and the rooms were spacious. Next time in Edinburgh no brainer . Staying there !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 14, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Beena Ajitbhai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great place to stay with the bus stop right off the street in 2 mins to go to all the places to do I Edinburgh. They were great hosts and good hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 14, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The décor of the room and the personal service/friendliness.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 3, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Superb value for money, lovely BNB and Shaun was a fantastic host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 3, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, friendly & good value. We would stay here again definitely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 3, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Wow what a lovely place to stay. Such an attentive welcoming couple, perfect close proximity to local amenities, and spotlessly clean. Breakfast was lovely and not a bad thing to say about our stay. Will definitely be going back to see and stay with Sean and Elaine. Thank you for having us in your beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on May 29, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

ELISE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful two night stay at this B&B. It is immaculately presented. We had a large bedroom and bathroom. Cooked breakfast made to order hit the spot. Bus stop on the main road to town only a few minutes away. Would definitely recommend. Thank you!
Response from Blinkbonny on May 25, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

joanne

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on May 22, 2023
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8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the property very much
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on May 22, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay, location good. Very helpful host Shaun. Would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on May 8, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful home and host.
Thank you, Shaun, for 5 wonderful nights. This delightful place is a few hundred yards from a bus stop that will take you to the center of Edinburgh in 10 minutes. Each morning we were served a delicious meal made to our liking from a list of delicious items. Shaun had some great suggestions on things to do. On our 2nd day, my wife's knee was hurting. Shaun had ice available and his wife even purchased a reusable ice pack so my wife didn't have to reuse a plastic baggie each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Apr 27, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect.
What a home! It’s a warm and loving atmosphere. A classical B&B nestled in the city. Hi Sean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Apr 25, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

YeVonda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Host I've Ever Had
I've stayed on every continent, except Antarctica, and the host of Blinkbonny House was the best Host I've ever had. He was helpful with maps, literature, directions, suggestions. He graciously fixed us a light supper when we arrived starving. Our room was delightful and included a surprisingly large bathroom. The dining room furniture and dishes were lovely, to compliment the delicious breakfasts we enjoyed. Blinkbonny House is SO convenient to the bus stop, which is located between two beautiful parks (gardens). I will only be staying at Blinkbonny House for all future Edinburgh visits. I have some wonderful photos, but the website won't load them. Sorry!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Apr 23, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Room was perfect for a weekend away. The owners were lovely and we had a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from Blinkbonny on Feb 21, 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greatest Little Secret in Edinburgh
My stay at Blinkbonny House was all that other top reviews have stated. The host Sean was extremely accommodating and cordial. Each morning a full Scottish breakfast was served to order in the immaculate dining room. My room was clean and comfortable with a full personal bathroom. The location is a brisk 30-35 minute walk to center city Edinburgh. The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is 10 minutes away in the same area. Convenient to buses to the city centre. I would stay at Blinkbonny on my next visit to Edinburgh over one of the big name brand hotels any day. Much more personal and better service and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Dec 13, 2022
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed
Disappointing. Received booking confirmation from hotel.com but arrived after 3:00pm and host was unaware of my reservation. Room/house was not ready. Cold dark room near busy road. Paid two nights (cash because card machine didn’t work) left after one. Moved in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Nov 29, 2022
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Nov 29, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Nov 1, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Oct 26, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

jim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great family find for Edinburgh visitors!!
This home is an amazing find! Shaun was outstanding as our host and adjusting when my nephew made unplanned visit to breakfast. Bus stops to go anywhere are only 6 minute walk. Fantastic stay and extremely clean and well cared for area home. The Scottish breakfasts were quite a treat so.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Oct 19, 2022
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8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Oct 12, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Blinkbonny
Excellent. The host was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Sep 23, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

NILOVA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality from owners and yummy full breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Sep 13, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Johnna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Very cozy and easy to get taxi into town and back. Host was super nice. Great breakfast and rooms were very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Sep 11, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Andreana

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 29, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
So lovely - Stuart was incredibly welcoming. You can see how passionate they are about giving their guests a wonderful experience. The house is beautiful too, and our room was very large and comfortable. Stuart even let us park in the drive while we went into Edinburgh before we checked in. Would recommend and visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 27, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 27, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Zerrin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostess was very kind and made us feel very welcome. Very accommodating and hospitable. Lovely room, very clean with a great private en-suite. Would definitely recommend to a friend and will hopefully stay there again next time I’m in Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 25, 2022
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8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 16, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

DEBRA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shaun is a generous and friendly host. He runs a comfortable and beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Aug 12, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Johnna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shaun was lovely and helpful in every way. The room was comfortable and breakfast was delicious. Easy walk to bus/city center. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 30, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew, North Granby

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shawn was a great host. The rooms were well equipped, and breakfasts were filling and delicious. The location is perfect on the bus route to downtown, or an easy safe 25 minute walk to the castle. Plenty of food choices within a 15 minute walk or easy bus / uber trip. Would stay there again on another trip to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 28, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful property with the room overlooking the back garden and a huge ensuite. Merticulously cared for home. Excellent host and facilities. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 28, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Blinkbonny
Elaine and Shaun were excellent hosts, friendly and kind. Room was clean and homely plus a lot cheaper than some of the larger chain hotels. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 22, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

J

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 5, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guesthouse. Lovely well appointed and large bedroom with large en-suite bathroom and power shower. Quirky dining area, perfect for enjoying our lovely cooked breakfast. Thanks so much to Shaun (the owner) for looking after us. A lovely man and an absolute gentleman.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Jul 3, 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Blinkbonny on Jun 28, 2022
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