The Selwyn, Richmond
$193
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Avg. for September
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$193
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Selwyn, Richmond average $132 in January, the cheapest month, and $224 in June, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $132 |
| February | $170 |
| March | $151 |
| April | $155 |
| May | $190 |
| June | $224 |
| July | $223 |
| August | $165 |
| September | $193 |
| October | $180 |
| November | $174 |
| December | $169 |
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Most expensive: June (~$224)
Cheapest: January (~$132)
About this property
Stay in a modern hotel with air-conditioned rooms, tablet computers, and a 24-hour front desk in Thames Ditton.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned rooms featuring tablet computers. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at The Selwyn Hotel in Richmond (South Richmond), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Richmond Park and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This hotel is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Wimbledon Tennis Club and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Hampton Court Palace.
What's nearby
Richmond Park(0.6 miles)
Thames River(0.7 miles)
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew(0.9 miles)
Twickenham Stadium(2.2 miles)
Syon Park(2.4 miles)
Ealing Broadway Shopping Center(4.6 miles)
Olympia Events(5.3 miles)
Kensington High Street(5.4 miles)
Cromwell Road(5.4 miles)
Westfield London Shopping Centre(5.7 miles)
Wimbledon Tennis Club(5.9 miles)
Natural History Museum(6.6 miles)
Imperial College London(6.6 miles)
Kensington Gardens(6.7 miles)
Victoria and Albert Museum(6.7 miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(13.3 miles)
London City Airport (LCY)(33 miles)
Gatwick Airport (LGW)(47.4 miles)
Farnborough (FAB)(27.9 miles)
Luton Airport (LTN)(45.7 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Location
48 Sheen Road, South Richmond, Richmond, England, United Kingdom
Richmond Park (0.6 miles)
Thames River (0.7 miles)
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (0.9 miles)
Twickenham Stadium (2.2 miles)
Syon Park (2.4 miles)
Ealing Broadway Shopping Center (4.6 miles)
Guest reviews
9
Superb
Based on 1,653 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Travellers describe The Selwyn, Richmond as a stylish boutique base with an excellent, walkable location and warmly professional staff, though many note compact rooms and some noise from the street, bins, or aircraft depending on room.
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Travellers describe The Selwyn, Richmond as a stylish boutique base with an excellent, walkable location and warmly professional staff, though many note compact rooms and some noise from the street, bins, or aircraft depending on room.
Rooms and common areas are generally spotless and well presented, with occasional housekeeping lapses or minor maintenance issues reported. Breakfast is widely praised, including gluten-free options, but a few guests mention limited choice or service hiccups on busy mornings. On-site parking is available for a fee and spaces can be tight; there's a small lounge/bar and patio. A solid boutique choice for short stays and sightseeing.
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Facilities
On-site parking is available for a fee, but spaces are limited and tight so prebooking helps. A small lounge/bar and patio are available; some areas involve stairs even with the lift, and the bar closes at 11pm.
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arthur
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
An excellent place to stay in Richmond. I would have given it five stars, except for one small problem. You can take the elevator, but there are still four or five stairs to which you have to carry up your luggage. They have a very nice front patio where you can sit out and have a glass of wine, etc. we did not have the optional breakfast. Very close to other attractions in Richmond we stayed here because we wanted to go to Kew Gardens. Several public transportation options nearby
An excellent place to stay in Richmond. I would have given it five stars, except for one small problem. You can take the elevator, but there are still four or five stairs to which you have to carry up your luggage. They have a very nice front patio where you can sit out and have a glass of wine, etc. we did not have the optional breakfast. Very close to other attractions in Richmond we stayed here because we wanted to go to Kew Gardens. Several public transportation options nearby
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Philip
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel has a very high standard of decor and service. Staff are very professional and attentive. Location couldnt be better as only a 10 minuite walk to the heart of Richmond. My room, 403 , is on the small side with a very small bathroom. You need to be we organised with your belongings. Being at the front of the property on a busy road it was well insulated and hardly heard the traffic, which was a plus. Pre booking a parking space is a must but it states "free parking" on advertising but its not ! £20 per day. Overall our stay was pleasurable and we would inquire for a larger room next time. We would definitely recommend this boutique hotel
The hotel has a very high standard of decor and service. Staff are very professional and attentive. Location couldnt be better as only a 10 minuite walk to the heart of Richmond. My room, 403 , is on the small side with a very small bathroom. You need to be we organised with your belongings. Being at the front of the property on a busy road it was well insulated and hardly heard the traffic, which was a plus. Pre booking a parking space is a must but it states "free parking" on advertising but its not ! £20 per day. Overall our stay was pleasurable and we would inquire for a larger room next time. We would definitely recommend this boutique hotel
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M
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice room although quite small. Great location for exploring Richmond. Car parking needs to be better controled as we had pre booked and no spaces were available
Nice room although quite small. Great location for exploring Richmond. Car parking needs to be better controled as we had pre booked and no spaces were available
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P Ruiz
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really nice hotel, clean, the location is fantastic! The customer service is outstanding, lovely breakfast and coffe machine in the room 😍. Things to improve but not a reason for not staying in this hotel again. 1. The (cheapest) room is very small for 2 people, we'll pay the little extra for the extra space next time. 2. The parking have an additional cost even though the actual parking lot is in the property. (Cheaper than NCPC!)
Really nice hotel, clean, the location is fantastic! The customer service is outstanding, lovely breakfast and coffe machine in the room 😍. Things to improve but not a reason for not staying in this hotel again. 1. The (cheapest) room is very small for 2 people, we'll pay the little extra for the extra space next time. 2. The parking have an additional cost even though the actual parking lot is in the property. (Cheaper than NCPC!)
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Mandy
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The property is very nicely looked anfter and finished to a very high spec. The staff were very professional and friendly. The hotel is perfectly situated in Richmond and is close to everything. The only downside was to discover that it costs £20 per night to park the car! However the cost of the hotel was reasonable so not a disaster. I would definitely recommend this hotel and hope to return soon.
The property is very nicely looked anfter and finished to a very high spec. The staff were very professional and friendly. The hotel is perfectly situated in Richmond and is close to everything. The only downside was to discover that it costs £20 per night to park the car! However the cost of the hotel was reasonable so not a disaster. I would definitely recommend this hotel and hope to return soon.
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david
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking spaces were a bit tight and over priced Breakfast needed more options.
Parking spaces were a bit tight and over priced Breakfast needed more options.
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Pamela
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Oor stay at the hotel was enjoyable. Although a cooked breakfast was extra in cost the help yourself buffet breakfast was free. However, this isnt advertised and we only found out by accident. We made use of this as we only wanted coffee/toast/pastries/cereal at breakfast. We found this Hotel very convenient to use as a base. It has a reasonably priced car park which we found useful.
Oor stay at the hotel was enjoyable. Although a cooked breakfast was extra in cost the help yourself buffet breakfast was free. However, this isnt advertised and we only found out by accident. We made use of this as we only wanted coffee/toast/pastries/cereal at breakfast. We found this Hotel very convenient to use as a base. It has a reasonably priced car park which we found useful.
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Tristan
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great Hotel , rooms are on the smaller side but lovely, plus the bar closes at 11 ,
Great Hotel , rooms are on the smaller side but lovely, plus the bar closes at 11 ,
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Matthew
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic decor and customer service. Car park is limited and some spaces very small. We booked “a Selwyn” room which is said to be bigger but is still a very small room with no safe. Breakfast was fantastic with wide choice of good quality ingredients.
Fantastic decor and customer service. Car park is limited and some spaces very small. We booked “a Selwyn” room which is said to be bigger but is still a very small room with no safe. Breakfast was fantastic with wide choice of good quality ingredients.
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Kevin
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Third time staying at the hotel £10.00 early check-in is a joke, and charged for two days parking, this is my third stay at this hotel in less than twelve months has muddy my views on staying here again.
Third time staying at the hotel £10.00 early check-in is a joke, and charged for two days parking, this is my third stay at this hotel in less than twelve months has muddy my views on staying here again.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is frequently praised as spotless in rooms and public areas, though a few guests reported lapses such as hairs, dusty cups, missed housekeeping, or minor wear/breakages.
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James
Mar 27, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Most enjoyable stay in this charming boutique hotel with helpful staff and immaculately clean hotel.
Most enjoyable stay in this charming boutique hotel with helpful staff and immaculately clean hotel.
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Paul
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Immaculate property, very comfortable bed,and en excellent breakfast.
Immaculate property, very comfortable bed,and en excellent breakfast.
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Carlos
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staying there was a dream come true for my wife. Everything was very clean, the breakfast was spectacular and elegant, the facilities were spotless and the place felt very safe. Highly recommended!
Staying there was a dream come true for my wife. Everything was very clean, the breakfast was spectacular and elegant, the facilities were spotless and the place felt very safe. Highly recommended!
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paul
Nov 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Spotless room, super clean bathroom.
Spotless room, super clean bathroom.
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Clara
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room wasn't clean. There was pubes in the shower door The sink wasn't cleaned The floor ripped my sock. The coffee machine only had 2/4 coffee pods. The staff on entrance were really friendly.
The room wasn't clean. There was pubes in the shower door The sink wasn't cleaned The floor ripped my sock. The coffee machine only had 2/4 coffee pods. The staff on entrance were really friendly.
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Vaughn
Nov 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Selwyn is quite a remarkable boutique hotel in Richmond (Greater London). I found it roomy and very clean. My room had a fancy coffee machine with complimentary biscotti. Many other ‘luxury’ features too numerous to list in a short review. It’s fairly close to the Richmond tube station and just a short walk to the High Street, with abundant pubs, restaurants and grocery shopping.
The Selwyn is quite a remarkable boutique hotel in Richmond (Greater London). I found it roomy and very clean. My room had a fancy coffee machine with complimentary biscotti. Many other ‘luxury’ features too numerous to list in a short review. It’s fairly close to the Richmond tube station and just a short walk to the High Street, with abundant pubs, restaurants and grocery shopping.
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Rochelle
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful reception area , friendly staff and delicious breakfast. The hotel was very clean ,rooms nicely decorated and cozy. Nice bathroom.
Beautiful reception area , friendly staff and delicious breakfast. The hotel was very clean ,rooms nicely decorated and cozy. Nice bathroom.
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Adam
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall a very nice place with a good breakfast, first impressions were great however there was dirty mugs and dust all over our room
Overall a very nice place with a good breakfast, first impressions were great however there was dirty mugs and dust all over our room
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gordon
Jan 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Reviews are over rated - our room was tiny - blind broken - funiture scratched and damaged. Housekeeping did not make the room up and left dirty cups in bathroom sink. The placed seemed empty with ony one member of staff around.
Reviews are over rated - our room was tiny - blind broken - funiture scratched and damaged. Housekeeping did not make the room up and left dirty cups in bathroom sink. The placed seemed empty with ony one member of staff around.
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Abigail
Jan 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great experience other than the bath wasn't the cleanest (hairs in the bath).
Great experience other than the bath wasn't the cleanest (hairs in the bath).
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Rooms
Rooms are stylish but often very small with limited storage; many find beds comfortable, though some report noise from bins, street or planes and occasional AC/TV/Wi‑Fi issues. Family rooms are more spacious.
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Joanne
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is very pretty, quaint and immaculately presented and in a great location for exploring Richmond. The staff members were very friendly. But the rooms were tiny. We stayed in a Classic room and i just cannot imagine how there could possibly be a smaller room (Compact) listed withing their hotel. We had to kneel on the bed to open the wardrobe door (the hanging rail went from front to back, so it was really awkward to put things in or take things out) as there was only just enough space for the door to open and it touched the side of the bed. A tiny ‘dressing table’ that most of the space was taken up with the tablet to contact reception that didnt work. The pillows were not comfortable, nor was the mattress but understand that can be personal preference. The tea and coffee making facilities- you couldnt get to them as they were attached to the wardrobe right by the side of the bed, but the tiny bedside table was there.(my husband has a medical machine that took up the little space there was on the bedside table) No space to put the cups when making the tea so had to carry them to the tiny dressing table. And the tea bags weren’t replenished anyway. We just felt really claustrophobic and stuffy all weekend and the air con only stays on for a couple of hours no matter what setting, so i was up through the night time and again putting it back on. We knew we hadnt booked the biggest room there but have not stayed in a room that small for many years. Such a shame
The hotel is very pretty, quaint and immaculately presented and in a great location for exploring Richmond. The staff members were very friendly. But the rooms were tiny. We stayed in a Classic room and i just cannot imagine how there could possibly be a smaller room (Compact) listed withing their hotel. We had to kneel on the bed to open the wardrobe door (the hanging rail went from front to back, so it was really awkward to put things in or take things out) as there was only just enough space for the door to open and it touched the side of the bed. A tiny ‘dressing table’ that most of the space was taken up with the tablet to contact reception that didnt work. The pillows were not comfortable, nor was the mattress but understand that can be personal preference. The tea and coffee making facilities- you couldnt get to them as they were attached to the wardrobe right by the side of the bed, but the tiny bedside table was there.(my husband has a medical machine that took up the little space there was on the bedside table) No space to put the cups when making the tea so had to carry them to the tiny dressing table. And the tea bags weren’t replenished anyway. We just felt really claustrophobic and stuffy all weekend and the air con only stays on for a couple of hours no matter what setting, so i was up through the night time and again putting it back on. We knew we hadnt booked the biggest room there but have not stayed in a room that small for many years. Such a shame
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Peggy
Dec 31, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The rooms where smaller than expected and the airplane noise was constant from 4:30am til 12:00 midnight. If your a light sleeper choose elsewhere.
The rooms where smaller than expected and the airplane noise was constant from 4:30am til 12:00 midnight. If your a light sleeper choose elsewhere.
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Stephanie
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice hotel in Richmond...close to train station and the main street in Richmond with many shops and restaurants. The hotel was nice enough to hold our bags since we arrived early but charges $10 euros an hour to check in before 3pm when the room is ready so we just sat in the lobby until 3pm. Rooms are TINY! The cabin literally has no room for more than one open suitcase. Our 2nd room was slightly bigger but again no room to leave suitcases open. The bathrooms are updated but tiny. A/C was great since it was very warm when we were there.
Very nice hotel in Richmond...close to train station and the main street in Richmond with many shops and restaurants. The hotel was nice enough to hold our bags since we arrived early but charges $10 euros an hour to check in before 3pm when the room is ready so we just sat in the lobby until 3pm. Rooms are TINY! The cabin literally has no room for more than one open suitcase. Our 2nd room was slightly bigger but again no room to leave suitcases open. The bathrooms are updated but tiny. A/C was great since it was very warm when we were there.
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IFAN GARI
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small room. Decent location. Noisy early morning with laundry carts being rolled around on concrete outside the room waking me up at 6am - not ideal
Small room. Decent location. Noisy early morning with laundry carts being rolled around on concrete outside the room waking me up at 6am - not ideal
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Benjamin
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Selwyn is a very well specced hotel, the staff are friendly and helpful and the rooms are finished and equipped to a high standard. Just be aware the small rooms are just that, quite small. Overall we had a very enjoyable stay.
The Selwyn is a very well specced hotel, the staff are friendly and helpful and the rooms are finished and equipped to a high standard. Just be aware the small rooms are just that, quite small. Overall we had a very enjoyable stay.
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Alex
Mar 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The building is clearly refurbished as new and spotlessly clean Rooms are a little small but beautifully fitted out and delightfully warm and cosy
The building is clearly refurbished as new and spotlessly clean Rooms are a little small but beautifully fitted out and delightfully warm and cosy
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Harry
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff. A central location that is easily walkable from the train/tube station. Our room was clean, modern and quiet.
Friendly staff. A central location that is easily walkable from the train/tube station. Our room was clean, modern and quiet.
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Spencer
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very neat and clean hotel; rooms were very small
Very neat and clean hotel; rooms were very small
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Jordan
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A great stay with excellent staff. The only downsides were the TV not working and WiFi not connecting to our phones (laptop was fine though). We would stay again.
A great stay with excellent staff. The only downsides were the TV not working and WiFi not connecting to our phones (laptop was fine though). We would stay again.
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Joan
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Have stayed a few times before but never in a cabin room. Like a shoe cupboard, no room to move. Great location and parking but wouldn’t stay again.
Have stayed a few times before but never in a cabin room. Like a shoe cupboard, no room to move. Great location and parking but wouldn’t stay again.
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Service
Service is widely described as warm, attentive and helpful, with staff often going above and beyond. There are isolated complaints about curt or slow reception, deposit/early check-in policies, or missed room refresh.
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Kerry
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel and staff are outstanding. Expedia itself not so much. We needed to make a trivial change in our booking, and it tied Expedia into knots. I contacted the hotel directly and they sorted it. We've booked to return soon, but directly with the hotel, and not via Expedia. Lesson learned, will not use Expedia again.
The hotel and staff are outstanding. Expedia itself not so much. We needed to make a trivial change in our booking, and it tied Expedia into knots. I contacted the hotel directly and they sorted it. We've booked to return soon, but directly with the hotel, and not via Expedia. Lesson learned, will not use Expedia again.
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Heather
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved our stay here! Lovely room and property. Very walkable into Richmond. The staff were excellent as well! We got into London very early well before check in and they were able to get us in our room early no issues. Extremely welcoming and friendly. Will absolutely stay again if we’re ever back in the area!
We loved our stay here! Lovely room and property. Very walkable into Richmond. The staff were excellent as well! We got into London very early well before check in and they were able to get us in our room early no issues. Extremely welcoming and friendly. Will absolutely stay again if we’re ever back in the area!
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Katherine
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Lovely small hotel, I’ve visited 3 times in about 4 months. Always a nice, comfy, quiet room that is great for a good night’s sleep. Terrific location in Richmond and above all, a wonderful and caring staff.
Lovely small hotel, I’ve visited 3 times in about 4 months. Always a nice, comfy, quiet room that is great for a good night’s sleep. Terrific location in Richmond and above all, a wonderful and caring staff.
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Diane
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exemplary service, charming night porter, nothing was too much trouble.
Exemplary service, charming night porter, nothing was too much trouble.
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Alison
Sep 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
All the staff were attentive, friendly and helpful. It makes such a difference to the overall enjoyment of a stay.
All the staff were attentive, friendly and helpful. It makes such a difference to the overall enjoyment of a stay.
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Mary
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing staff!!!
Amazing staff!!!
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Morag
Aug 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good hotel let down by small details and very curt female reception staff who’s welcome made us feel like we were not worthy to stay here. First impressions stick and those first two mins are very important to set the tone of a stay. A smile goes a long way. However that said after a shaky start the Selwyn recovered and we were treated impeccably. Comfy beds, clean and fantastic bathroom. (Although a walk in shower would have made it 5 star - bath so tiny what is the point!)
Very good hotel let down by small details and very curt female reception staff who’s welcome made us feel like we were not worthy to stay here. First impressions stick and those first two mins are very important to set the tone of a stay. A smile goes a long way. However that said after a shaky start the Selwyn recovered and we were treated impeccably. Comfy beds, clean and fantastic bathroom. (Although a walk in shower would have made it 5 star - bath so tiny what is the point!)
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Kevin
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was really nice but the service level was poor. They failed to refresh our room and said it was down to a staff shortage. There was no communication other than when we asked at the reception desk. It was a shame as the hotel and breakfast was good and we would use it again regardless.
The hotel was really nice but the service level was poor. They failed to refresh our room and said it was down to a staff shortage. There was no communication other than when we asked at the reception desk. It was a shame as the hotel and breakfast was good and we would use it again regardless.
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Rhonda
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Upon checking in, we were greeted and assisted by Luigi, who was very personable, friendly and eager to make our stay a great one! Some of our luggage was a bit unorganized due to traveling to various locations across England and Wales for the week. Without us even asking, Luigi jumped right in to help. He was also able to secure on-site parking, which initially did not seem possible due to our need for early access to our car the next morning for our flight home. The room was clean and probably the quietest, given the number of floors and rooms. Lobby and dining areas were also impeccably clean and tastefully decorated. The check out process was just as pleasant with Alejandro and Ilaria. Alejandro assisted with our now organized luggage and Illaria graciously offered us coffee to takeaway for our drive to the airport, though breakfast was not being served at the time of our early departure. The accommodations and staff made our last day in the UK a pleasant and memorable one. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Upon checking in, we were greeted and assisted by Luigi, who was very personable, friendly and eager to make our stay a great one! Some of our luggage was a bit unorganized due to traveling to various locations across England and Wales for the week. Without us even asking, Luigi jumped right in to help. He was also able to secure on-site parking, which initially did not seem possible due to our need for early access to our car the next morning for our flight home. The room was clean and probably the quietest, given the number of floors and rooms. Lobby and dining areas were also impeccably clean and tastefully decorated. The check out process was just as pleasant with Alejandro and Ilaria. Alejandro assisted with our now organized luggage and Illaria graciously offered us coffee to takeaway for our drive to the airport, though breakfast was not being served at the time of our early departure. The accommodations and staff made our last day in the UK a pleasant and memorable one. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
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Matthew
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I had to wait 20 minutes to check in when finally someone turned up. They took a ‘deposit’ on my credit card and have still not refunded it, 2 weeks after my stay. I would avoid this hotel and certainly won’t be returning.
I had to wait 20 minutes to check in when finally someone turned up. They took a ‘deposit’ on my credit card and have still not refunded it, 2 weeks after my stay. I would avoid this hotel and certainly won’t be returning.
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Location
An excellent, walkable base near Richmond Station, the river, shops and cafes, and convenient for Kew Gardens and central London. Some light sleepers mention road or flight-path noise depending on room.
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Peggy
Dec 31, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The rooms where smaller than expected and the airplane noise was constant from 4:30am til 12:00 midnight. If your a light sleeper choose elsewhere.
The rooms where smaller than expected and the airplane noise was constant from 4:30am til 12:00 midnight. If your a light sleeper choose elsewhere.
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Jacquelyn
Apr 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous, comfortable boutique hotel close to shops, restaurants and Richmond Green. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly.
Gorgeous, comfortable boutique hotel close to shops, restaurants and Richmond Green. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly.
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Andrew
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
It's a nice hotel, great location with a quality finish. However, it is very noisy both from road noise and other guests having loud conversations in the lobby and hallways. It is only the noise that lets it down, everything else is great.
It's a nice hotel, great location with a quality finish. However, it is very noisy both from road noise and other guests having loud conversations in the lobby and hallways. It is only the noise that lets it down, everything else is great.
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Peter
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is conveniently located in walking distance from downtown Richmond and a short drive from Kew Gardens, Syon House and other historic attractions. The service was good and the room comfortable.
The hotel is conveniently located in walking distance from downtown Richmond and a short drive from Kew Gardens, Syon House and other historic attractions. The service was good and the room comfortable.
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Kristin
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location for exploring Richmond and retracing Ted Lasso’s footsteps! Cute hotel with very comfortable accommodations, and the warm and friendly staff made us feel welcome. Lovely part of London and well worth a visit!
Great location for exploring Richmond and retracing Ted Lasso’s footsteps! Cute hotel with very comfortable accommodations, and the warm and friendly staff made us feel welcome. Lovely part of London and well worth a visit!
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Katherine
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Selwyn is my sanctuary after a crazy day out and about. Quiet, lovely, excellent location
The Selwyn is my sanctuary after a crazy day out and about. Quiet, lovely, excellent location
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Micheal
Dec 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel and a fabulous location!!!
Beautiful hotel and a fabulous location!!!
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John
May 17, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
This is a very cool hotel in a great neighborhood filled with pubs, shops, restaurants and gardens. The hotel is on a bus line and a short walk from Richmond Station, allowing access to all of London.
This is a very cool hotel in a great neighborhood filled with pubs, shops, restaurants and gardens. The hotel is on a bus line and a short walk from Richmond Station, allowing access to all of London.
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James
Aug 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very good independent hotel. Stylish lobby and main areas. Very good room. All recently renovated very well. Good value. Close to the station and river.
A very good independent hotel. Stylish lobby and main areas. Very good room. All recently renovated very well. Good value. Close to the station and river.
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LEON
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was nice with heated floor in the bathroom. Breakfast was amazing. The friendly staff was just amazing. Location was close to the train/tube station.
The room was nice with heated floor in the bathroom. Breakfast was amazing. The friendly staff was just amazing. Location was close to the train/tube station.
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Dining
Breakfast is a highlight with quality dishes and even gluten-free croissants noted. A few guests found the choice limited or service disorganised, and there was one report of breakfast being unavailable due to staff illness.
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Diana
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Super cute boutique hotel within easy tube ride to Kew Gardens and car ride to Hampton Court Palace. Close walk down to the Thames and the Green. Lots of restaurants, pubs and shopping too. Wonderful breakfast that came with the room rate. Friendly staff as well!
Super cute boutique hotel within easy tube ride to Kew Gardens and car ride to Hampton Court Palace. Close walk down to the Thames and the Green. Lots of restaurants, pubs and shopping too. Wonderful breakfast that came with the room rate. Friendly staff as well!
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Paul
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Immaculate property, very comfortable bed,and en excellent breakfast.
Immaculate property, very comfortable bed,and en excellent breakfast.
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Colin B
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was perfect. Breakfast staff really sweet and helpful.
Everything was perfect. Breakfast staff really sweet and helpful.
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Nadja
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is very beautiful! The Christmas lights outside looked cozy and we really looked forward to visit the hotel. The room was a little bit small, but it was okay. We were not happy about the double duvets. Siblings don't like to share a duvet and their parents either. We asked for 2 more duvets. We got one extra. It was okay, but it would be nice to have one each. We had paid breakfast forward, but when we came down the first morning there was no breakfast. The chef was sick they told us. That whats happen. But we had to pay over 70 pounds to have breakfast in another restaurant. Luckily they told us that we would get our money back for the missing breakfast. Very beautiful place, but I guess we were a little bit unlucky this time...
The hotel is very beautiful! The Christmas lights outside looked cozy and we really looked forward to visit the hotel. The room was a little bit small, but it was okay. We were not happy about the double duvets. Siblings don't like to share a duvet and their parents either. We asked for 2 more duvets. We got one extra. It was okay, but it would be nice to have one each. We had paid breakfast forward, but when we came down the first morning there was no breakfast. The chef was sick they told us. That whats happen. But we had to pay over 70 pounds to have breakfast in another restaurant. Luckily they told us that we would get our money back for the missing breakfast. Very beautiful place, but I guess we were a little bit unlucky this time...
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Barbara
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous! Welcoming staff and a very comfortable room. Great location! Loved the gluten free croissants.
Fabulous! Welcoming staff and a very comfortable room. Great location! Loved the gluten free croissants.
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Andy
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great value for money. It looks grand from the outside. The reception area is classy with a cool 1920s kind of feel. The bedroom was small, but that didn't bother us. The breakfast was first class. I think you'd struggle to find anything this quality for the price in Richmond. Worth paying the extra £20 for overnight parking.
Great value for money. It looks grand from the outside. The reception area is classy with a cool 1920s kind of feel. The bedroom was small, but that didn't bother us. The breakfast was first class. I think you'd struggle to find anything this quality for the price in Richmond. Worth paying the extra £20 for overnight parking.
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Bernadine
May 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was a bit tight, but beautifully furnished. Breakfast was excellent.
Room was a bit tight, but beautifully furnished. Breakfast was excellent.
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david
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking spaces were a bit tight and over priced Breakfast needed more options.
Parking spaces were a bit tight and over priced Breakfast needed more options.
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John
Jul 14, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was smallish with little storage space, but well decorated. The bathroom was also in excellent condition. Reception was efficient and friendly. Breakfast was sometimes a bit chaotic with some staff training ongoing during the meal. Although breakfast was from 7am, when we came for our meal at 8am things were not always in place. For example: no spoons in the cereal bowls, jams hadn't been put out, etc. Although the menu was excellent, with lots of choice, the meals presented lacked some refinement and looked a little messy - a omelette with very large lumps of cheese, was case in point. Overall, the staff at reception were very professional and house-keeping was first class. Perhaps management could take a look at what is happening in the kitchen?
The room was smallish with little storage space, but well decorated. The bathroom was also in excellent condition. Reception was efficient and friendly. Breakfast was sometimes a bit chaotic with some staff training ongoing during the meal. Although breakfast was from 7am, when we came for our meal at 8am things were not always in place. For example: no spoons in the cereal bowls, jams hadn't been put out, etc. Although the menu was excellent, with lots of choice, the meals presented lacked some refinement and looked a little messy - a omelette with very large lumps of cheese, was case in point. Overall, the staff at reception were very professional and house-keeping was first class. Perhaps management could take a look at what is happening in the kitchen?
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LEON
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was nice with heated floor in the bathroom. Breakfast was amazing. The friendly staff was just amazing. Location was close to the train/tube station.
The room was nice with heated floor in the bathroom. Breakfast was amazing. The friendly staff was just amazing. Location was close to the train/tube station.
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Denise
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The Selwyn was a lovely base from which to explore Richmond. The shopping and food areas were a 10 minute easy walk, and there was a lot to explore in a few blocks. We went to Kew gardens by bus from the train station so never needed a car while in town. Easy transportation to central London. There is some construction in front or the hotel this month making Uber to the airport a bit late, but that is expected to end by the end of the month. Rooms were smaller but comfortable and staff was very accommodating. Good TV channel selection for a hotel. Good breakfast. Would stay again if in the area.
The Selwyn was a lovely base from which to explore Richmond. The shopping and food areas were a 10 minute easy walk, and there was a lot to explore in a few blocks. We went to Kew gardens by bus from the train station so never needed a car while in town. Easy transportation to central London. There is some construction in front or the hotel this month making Uber to the airport a bit late, but that is expected to end by the end of the month. Rooms were smaller but comfortable and staff was very accommodating. Good TV channel selection for a hotel. Good breakfast. Would stay again if in the area.
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Andrew
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Top class stay and full value for money. Top class staff during all stages of our stay.
Top class stay and full value for money. Top class staff during all stages of our stay.
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Bipinchandra
Aug 3, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Very cramped room subbasement level felt like Dungeon for £1260 for 6 night. It was not A Delux room!! No meals. No restaurant only breakfast
Very cramped room subbasement level felt like Dungeon for £1260 for 6 night. It was not A Delux room!! No meals. No restaurant only breakfast
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Rozlyn
Aug 1, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Kelly the manager looked after us when we had a change our reservation for personal reasons. We were very grateful. The room was beautiful and maintained to a very high level. Would highly recommend and we will definitely return.
Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Kelly the manager looked after us when we had a change our reservation for personal reasons. We were very grateful. The room was beautiful and maintained to a very high level. Would highly recommend and we will definitely return.
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Judy
Aug 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel with very helpful staff. Nice breakfast also.
Lovely hotel with very helpful staff. Nice breakfast also.
FAQs about The Selwyn, Richmond
Is parking available at the hotel?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of GBP 25 per day. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 20 to 26 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located in Richmond (South Richmond), within a 5-minute drive of Richmond Park and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. It is approximately 5.9 miles from Wimbledon Tennis Club and 6.7 miles from Hampton Court Palace.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Children are welcome at the hotel, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, though specific age details are not provided.
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- 2026-09-04: 327.05715849609373USD
- 2026-09-05: 288.0017695648193USD
- 2026-09-06: 163.44635122070312USD
- 2026-09-07: 209.04432656555176USD
- 2026-09-08: 235.01622621765137USD
- 2026-09-09: 274.42234249572755USD
- 2026-09-10: 170.355454888916USD
- 2026-09-11: 260.72485440979005USD
- 2026-09-12: 315.6854121887207USD
- 2026-09-13: 161.6121522857666USD
- 2026-09-14: 268.7651428222656USD
- 2026-09-15: 269.23462232666014USD
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- 2026-09-17: 286.25733031921385USD
- 2026-09-18: 314.4219360168457USD
- 2026-09-19: 336.2421709228516USD
- 2026-09-20: 175.03150052490236USD
- 2026-09-21: 187.77055361022948USD
- 2026-09-22: 260.72917846984865USD
- 2026-09-23: 253.38846626586914USD
- 2026-09-24: 183.31802998046874USD
- 2026-09-25: 285.8165951812744USD
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- 2026-09-27: 152.7133784576416USD
- 2026-09-28: 179.91972637023926USD
- 2026-09-29: 260.3312408935547USD
- 2026-09-30: 278.66018717651366USD
- 2026-10-01: 240.04955617675782USD
- 2026-10-02: 290.8698441711426USD
- 2026-10-03: 272.3733405609131USD
- 2026-10-04: 171.6838628479004USD
- 2026-10-05: 176.25673357543945USD
- 2026-10-06: 240.64925368652342USD
- 2026-10-07: 239.85132283325194USD
- 2026-10-08: 209.50489212646485USD
- 2026-10-09: 267.07599483642576USD
- 2026-10-10: 271.62371867370604USD
- 2026-10-11: 148.9864640045166USD
- 2026-10-12: 171.6838628479004USD
- 2026-10-13: 203.51348159790038USD
- 2026-10-14: 212.59457481079102USD
- 2026-10-15: 203.57786401672362USD
- 2026-10-16: 198.9501805114746USD
- 2026-10-17: 251.54595592041017USD
- 2026-10-18: 162.47847062988282USD
- 2026-10-19: 171.70268314208985USD
- 2026-10-20: 176.25673357543945USD
- 2026-10-21: 176.25673357543945USD
- 2026-10-22: 148.97524625854493USD
- 2026-10-23: 217.1215998687744USD
- 2026-10-24: 253.5527805480957USD
- 2026-10-25: 148.9864640045166USD
- 2026-10-26: 149.88480520324705USD
- 2026-10-27: 154.43251131896972USD
- 2026-10-28: 154.44592653808593USD
- 2026-10-29: 154.44592653808593USD
- 2026-10-30: 164.2875758392334USD
- 2026-10-31: 232.03200452270508USD
- 2026-11-01: 147.70209411621093USD
- 2026-11-02: 184.42747037353516USD
- 2026-11-03: 189.87835567321778USD
- 2026-11-04: 195.67342906494142USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 20 to 26 per person
- Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 25 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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