Richmond Hotels

• planxty
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Bingham Hotel: A very fine boutique Hotel.

This place really is quite remarkable. As you can see from the photo, admittedly taken on a rather dreary day, the outside is fairly unprepossessing but looks can be deceiving as this is one of the most comfortable hotels I have ever stayed in. From the outset, the experience was a pleasant one. Staff are friendly and courteous, and we were shown to our room which was not only beautifully appointed but with a magnificent view of the river Thames at the bottom of the gardens.

When I say well-appointed, the room really did have everything, whirlpool bath, plasma TV, docking system for personal hi-fi and absolutely the most comfortable of beds.

The website states that the place, formerly the home of Lady Ann Bingham was opened as a Bed and Breakfast in 1984. The hotel now is so far removed from a B&B it is almost unbelievable, although the relatively small size (15 rooms) means that it retains a delightfully intimate atmosphere. I must admit to a fondness for hotels where the rooms have individual names as opposed to numbers.

The common rooms are equally impressive and the terrace is a delight, especially for those of us who like a smoke with our pre-dinner drink, in this case a perfectly prepared mojito. Pleasant as it was in winter, it must be idyllic in summer. I must say, though, that it would not be too much of a hardship to sit in the beautiful bar area if the weather were too iclement.

The restaurant is magnificent and will be the subject of a seperate tip.

This place certainly is not cheap but definitely worth it for a special treat.

The price quoted is for the least expensive double room and rises considerably for the superior ones with the river view.

Unique Quality: Just about everything is outstanding. The quality of the room, friendliness of the staff, the view over the river is beautiful, the restaurant etc. etc. I really can't speak highly enough of the Bingham and judging by the reviews it appears I am not alone in this view.

• Opinion of Price: most expensive
• Address: 61 - 63 Petersham Road, Richmond Upon Thames, Surrey. TW10 6UT
• Phone: +44 (0) 20 8940 0902
• Website: http://www.thebingham.co.uk/hotel/
• Related to: Romantic Travel and Honeymoons, Wine Tasting, Food and Dining
• Written January 16, 2009

Bingham Hotel, Richmond, Greater london, UK.

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• Bunnylbj
• Reviews: 39

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Richmond Gate Hotel: Quaint Hotel on top of Richmond Hill

We stayed here for 2 months (November and December) while we were working on a movie at Shepperton Studios. The movie paid for our accommodations.

Unique Quality: We had a nice room overlooking the Thames River. Unfortunately, it was located below the honeymoon suite and we heard a few amorous couples up there.

The Richmond Hill Hotel (next door) and the Richmond Gate share a nice gym facility complete with olympic sized pool, whirlpool, steam/sauna, cardio, weights, massage etc and even a cafe. It was great.

Both Hotels have nice restaurants. The Petersham across the road is brilliant.

One flaw: No elevators!

• Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
• Address: Richmond Hill
• Related to: Business Travel, Luxury Travel
• Written August 2, 2004

Our Room's balcony - 2nd floor

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• gwendar
• Reviews: 144

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THE BLACK LION/RICHMOND: TRADITIONAL ENGLISH PUB/HOTEL

I VISITED THIS HOTEL FOR LUNCH,AND HAD A VERY GOOD MEAL AND SOME REAL ALE.THE INSIDE OF THE HOTEL IS VERY NICE AND HAS A WARM AND COSY FEEL,I MADE ENQUIRYS ABOUT A STAY AND WAS GIVEN DETAILS FROM VERY POLITE STAFF

Unique Quality: THE HOTEL IS IN THE CENTRE OF RICHMOND,JUST OF THE MAIN SQ,SO IS PLACED IN IDEAL SPOT TO VISIT THE TOWNS SIGHTS.

• Opinion of Price: about average
• Address: 12 FINKLE STREET RICHMOND DL10 4QB
• Phone: 07515 865922
• Related to: Beer Tasting, Food and Dining, Historical Travel
• Written August 15, 2012

THE BLACK LION HOTEL

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