What's it like in Barbican?

Barbican is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its bars and cathedral. Are you looking for Barbican travel tips? Make sure that you visit Barbican Arts Centre and St. Giles Cripplegate while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Barbican area?

If you're searching for places to stay in London, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 62 Barbican hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Barbican, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Barbican.

What is there to do around this London neighbourhood?

Landmarks in Barbican that you won't want to miss include St. Giles Cripplegate and London Charterhouse. Barbican Arts Centre and The Curve are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Tower of London, London Eye and Trafalgar Square. Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in London.

How can I get around Barbican and the greater London area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Barbican Station and Farringdon Underground Station.

The Best Hotels in Barbican, London - 2025 Updated Prices

Top Trending Hotels Near Barbican, London

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Perfect for short stays and great location "

4.400.222 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Very nice hotel, beautiful inside and a great location for the Barbican. We ate next door, which I think is attached, and the food was excellent too."

6.067.298 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

"Lovely hotel in great location for that part of town."

6.052.653 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

"Overall this was a nice boutique hotel. The rooms have a lot of character and a vintage feel, in a cool way. The room was clean, spacious, and had all the amenities you could need. In a great area of London, lots of shops, pubs, restaurants, and public transit. The reason I give 4 stars is bc the check-in process is not quite 4star and the bathroom sink didn’t drain well. "

7.118.916 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

"Amazing hotel "

6.067.298 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

"could use a cleaning for 3 nights and an extra towel"

2.786.444 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Doors between bedroom and living-room, as well as between bedroom and bathroom are made of glass with large gaps under and over. That means zero noise or (in case of bathroom) smell insulation. To top it, bathroom door has no handle from the side of bedroom, so you can only close it from the inside. Once you are out, it stays open. All smells and damp go into the bedroom. Everything in the apartment is done "quickly-fix-it-who-cares", so parts of the kitchen furniture fall onto your toes, for...

"lovely hotel"

32.840.685 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

"Exceptional staff and service! "

11.751.813 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

"Overall great stay!"

6.659.360 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

"We absolutely love this hotel. The staff are always really helpful and pleasant, lovely rooms, great bar/restaurant and perfect location. "

5.119.282 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Warm welcome great location second stay just as good second time amazingly comfortable bed quiet hotel caring staff"

11.140.075 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

"Friendly staff, great location "

4.153.060 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

"Great location, great hotel, great staff!"

7.870.317 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

"Easy check in and out - fantastic breakfast and service "

6.696.924 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Good place to stay easy location"

3.344.527 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Great hotel"

9.193.960 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

"Nice clean, very comfortable bed lovely staff."

6.056.209 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

"We enjoyed our stay"

4.471.771 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

"Loved this hotel. Quiet, pretty, beautifully maintained, excellent staff and lovely area!"

Where to stay in Barbican

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London City Centre

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

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London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

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Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

City of Westminster

Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

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The City of London

The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.

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