East London

Travel Guide

Canary Wharf showing a high rise building, a city and modern architecture
Canary Wharf featuring a city and modern architecture
London showing modern architecture, a skyscraper and a city
Tower Bridge featuring a bridge, heritage architecture and signage
Tower Bridge featuring heritage architecture, a monument and a bridge

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.

Shoreditch
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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.

Stratford
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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
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 RM226 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
RM226
RM271 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ilford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and ...
6.6/10 (983 reviews)
"Staff are nice, room cleaning everyday. Only things don’t like is using package of shampoo and soap for shower. The room at the day time is so hot when we stayed, we need open the back door to let the air circulate until sunset."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Britannia Inn Hotel
ibis budget London Barking
ibis budget London Barking
3 out of 5
Highbridge Road, Essex, Barking, England
The price is RM212 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM212
RM255 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barking. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (885 reviews)
"Happy"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025

ibis budget London Barking
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 WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and ...
7.2/10 Good! (952 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 WiFi 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
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 WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
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
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
3 out of 5
Ilford
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ilford. Enjoy free WiFi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena are located ...
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
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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