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The Selwyn, Richmond

Name: The Selwyn, Richmond
Address: 48 Sheen Road, Richmond upon Thames, GB

★★★★·8.9/ 10Recommended

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📍48 Sheen Road · Richmond upon Thames ↗

99 rooms

Air conditioningFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outSafety deposit boxAll 34 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 277 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-20

Guests consistently praise the excellent Richmond location near the station, shops, river, and parks, alongside warm, attentive staff, a highly rated breakfast, and elegant, clean décor. The main drawback is that several rooms are very compact, making it tight for couples or luggage. The property lacks a lift and has steps at entrances, limiting accessibility. Occasional mentions include parking drop-off inconvenience and isolated booking or room-handling issues.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location10.0

Cleanliness9.3

Surroundings9.2

Service9.1

Value9.0

Facilities8.9

＋ PraisedExcellent location · Attentive and professional staff · High-quality breakfast · Beautiful decor and comfort

－ ComplaintsRooms are extremely small · Cleaning or maintenance lapses · Average soundproofing · Lack of storage space

KEYIdeal for travelers prioritizing location, service, and ambiance. Couples should book larger rooms; guests with mobility concerns should note the lack of elevators and entrance steps.

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Dysart Petersham

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A gorgeous Arts and Crafts building houses this warm, homely restaurant on the edge of Richmond Park. There's a natural ethos running throughout the highly seasonal cooking, which is best appreciated with the full tasting menu. Impeccably sourced ingredients and strong classical technique underpin assured, satisfying dishes where the boldly flavoured sauces are a highlight – be it honey and verjus with John Dory or a glossy sake sauce with Creedy Carver Duck. The warm, passionate service leaves no detail overlooked, and there are quarterly classical music recitals too.

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La Trompette

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The Victoria

Modern British

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With its Sunday lunches, quiz nights and sensible prices, this remains a proper neighbourhood pub – albeit in a very smart neighbourhood. There's a pleasantly lived-in feel to the place; if you're here to eat, head for the conservatory which overlooks the terrace. The appealing menu mixes steaks and pubby favourites like fish & chips with a good range of Mediterranean-influenced dishes such as grilled sardines with caponata. Do try the apple cake for dessert, which is Polish Chef Damian's take on his mother's recipe.

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Petersham Nurseries Café

Modern Cuisine

£££

As you sit in the greenhouse with sand at your feet, surrounded by fresh flowers which even in the winter months perfume the air, it feels as though all is right with the world. A unique spot within the London dining scene, this restaurant forms part of the wider Petersham Nurseries complex, where you can buy plants and homeware to spruce up your abode. The cooking is informed by their own fresh produce and has a clear Italian accent, from beef carpaccio and wild mushroom risotto to pan-fried sea bream with puttanesca.

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The Waterman's Arms

Modern British

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There’s something that just feels right as soon as you enter this terrific Thames-side pub. Dating back to the 1850s, it’s got character to spare and a cosy atmosphere being heartily enjoyed by one and all – while the scent of fresh flowers on the tables combines with appetising aromas from the kitchen. Start with a snack, like the homemade Merguez sausage with labneh, before choosing one of the vibrantly flavoured main dishes, including a selection of steaks and fresh fish from the blackboard. The bright and attentive team are the icing on the cake.

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Caffè Nero

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Ole & Steen

Restaurant

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The Selwyn, Richmond

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 4

Deluxe Double Room

Family Room

Double Room

Small Double Room

Facilities · 34

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