Hotels
The 6 Best Hotels in Richmond
Where to sleep on the loveliest bend of the Thames, from copper baths above the river to a spa at the gates of Richmond Park.
In short: our top picks are The Petersham, Bingham Riverhouse and Harbour Hotel Richmond. 6 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Richmond does something most of London cannot: it gives you the river, the park and the deer all within a short walk, then puts a proper hotel at the top of the hill to take it in. The pick here is less about square footage and more about the view from your window and how close you are to that green sweep down to the Thames. We rate the riverside boutiques for a romantic weekend and the Hill hotels for the postcard outlook, with two dependable budget rooms for anyone who would rather spend their money on lunch at Petersham Nurseries. Book a river-facing room wherever the option exists; in Richmond it is the whole point.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Petersham | Richmond | £££ |
| Bingham Riverhouse | Richmond | £££ |
| Harbour Hotel Richmond | Richmond | £££ |
| Richmond Hill Hotel | Richmond | £££ |
| Travelodge London Richmond Central | Richmond | ££ |
| Premier Inn London Richmond | Richmond | ££ |
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Editor’s choice
The Petersham
Why we pick itA grand 1865 hotel high on Richmond Hill where almost every room and restaurant table looks out over the famous Thames bend and Petersham Meadows.
5-star hotel
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Bingham Riverhouse
Why we pick itFifteen individual rooms by designer Nicola Harding, some with a copper bath steps from the bed, above a riverside restaurant and a country-kitchen bar.
Worth knowingRichmond is a genuine trip out from central London, so this is a planned destination rather than a spontaneous after-work dinner.
boutique hotel
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Harbour Hotel Richmond
Why we pick itSet at the top of Richmond Hill by the Park gates, with a heated indoor pool, sauna and a large luxury spa, plus a restaurant for after a day on the towpath.
spa hotel
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Richmond Hill Hotel
Why we pick itA historic Georgian townhouse hotel directly opposite the Terrace, so you step out to the protected view down to the river and Petersham Meadows.
4-star Georgian hotel
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Travelodge London Richmond Central
Why we pick itA redesigned central branch a few minutes from the High Street and riverside, with air-conditioned king rooms and the station a six-minute walk away.
budget-chic hotel
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Premier Inn London Richmond
Why we pick itA dependable, family-friendly option on the A316 with comfortable rooms and North Sheen station five minutes away for a quick run into central London.
reliable budget hotel
Before you book
Richmond station (District line and South Western Railway) reaches Waterloo in about 20 minutes and is a 6 to 15 minute walk from most of these hotels; the Hill properties are a stiffer uphill climb, so consider a taxi with luggage. The riverside and Hill hotels suit couples and walkers who want Richmond Park and the towpath on the doorstep, while the Paradise Road and North Sheen budget rooms work better for value and quick rail access. For weekends and summer river views, book several weeks ahead.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The Petersham is our editor's choice: A grand 1865 hotel high on Richmond Hill where almost every room and restaurant table looks out over the famous Thames bend and Petersham Meadows. The Petersham, Bingham Riverhouse and Harbour Hotel Richmond lead the guide, with 6 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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