East London Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Canary Wharf showing modern architecture, a city and a high-rise building
Canary Wharf showing a city and modern architecture
London which includes a skyscraper, modern architecture and a city
Tower Bridge featuring a monument, street scenes and a bridge
Tower Bridge showing a bridge, a monument and heritage architecture

Where to stay in East London

Canary Wharf showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(517 area reviews)

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Crossrail Place Roof Garden and Museum of London Docklands. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

Canary Wharf
London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family

Shoreditch

4/5(72 area reviews)

Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

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Stratford

Stratford is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Aspers Casino and Westfield Stratford City. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Pudding Mill Lane Station or Leyton Underground Station.

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Tower Hill

Tower Hill is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Tower of London and St Katherine's Dock. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Tower Gateway DLR Station or Tower Hill Station.

Tower Hill
Tower Bridge featuring heritage architecture, a bridge and street scenes

Tower Hamlets

4/5(688 area reviews)

Consider exploring the stunning river views in Tower Hamlets. If sightseeing is on the list, Tower of London is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Limehouse DLR Station or Westferry Station to see more of the area.

Tower Hamlets
London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family

Hackney

4/5(303 area reviews)

Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Hackney. Shoreditch High St is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at London Fields Overground Station or Manor House Underground Station to see more of London.

Hackney
ibis budget London Barking
ibis budget London Barking
3 out of 5
Highbridge Road, Essex, Barking, England
The price is 1.318.291 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
1.318.291 ₫
1.581.950 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barking. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (879 reviews)
"Happy"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025

ibis budget London Barking
Britannia Inn Hotel
Britannia Inn Hotel
3 out of 5
54 Mansfield Road, Ilford, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.491.279 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
1.491.279 ₫
1.789.535 ₫ total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and ...
6.6/10 (972 reviews)
"I wanted to find a hotel with a car park close to station for London. This hotel fitted perfectly. The young lady at reception was wonderful, taking account of my poor hearing. She took me out into the street to explain the 5 minute walk to Ilford Elizabeth Line station. Personally, I had no complaints ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2025

Britannia Inn Hotel
Lucky 8 Hotel
Lucky 8 Hotel
3 out of 5
21 -25 York Road, Ilford, England
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and ...
7.2/10 Good! (945 reviews)
"The hotel was very welcoming and the room was of a good size and clean. The shower and bathroom was clean and tidy. We had a very nice and comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Lucky 8 Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ilford Tower Apartments
Ilford Tower Apartments
3.5 out of 5
Riches Rd, Ilford, England
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Ilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (6 reviews)
"Was a very pleasant stay. Just would recommend making the locks on the main door more secure."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Ilford Tower Apartments
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
3 out of 5
Ilford, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena are located ...
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
Ilford Central Apartments
Ilford Central Apartments
3 out of 5
Coventry Rd, 1-13 Ask Court, Ilford, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena are ...
Excellent all round
"Very enjoyable stay and well looked after by staff once there. Appartment was very updated and modern. Will definately book again in the near future."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Ilford Central Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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