The Bingham Hotel, London
Address 61-63 Petersham Rd, Richmond, TW10 6UT, United Kingdom Map, Tel +44 20 8940 0902 Call, Website
Not in central London but in Richmond – this hotel allows you to dip into London when you want some action but also give you peace, tranquility and space for the kids to run around. Most rooms have space for an extra bed or cot at no extra charge for the under 12s (£50 for older children).
The best room is Sappho, with garden views. There's a large garden to run around in. Staff can arrange horse riding, bike hire and boat trips to Hampton Court and Kew Gardens. Colouring pencils and books are available to help keep children occupied in the restaurant.
The hotel overlooks the Thames (a large wall at the end of the lawn will keep your little ones from straying on to the towpath), and river traffic is endlessly fascinating. In summer kids will love boating in Richmond, going to Richmond Park to spot deer.
For a full review and booking information, visit Mr and Mrs Smith