Ilford

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During the 18th century there was a tradition, that on the first Friday in July, a large number of East Enders would travel to Fairlop to eat a meal of bacon and beans beneath as well as partake in general celebrations beneath an ancient oak tree. By the 1750s it was estimated that over 100,000 people could be expected to attend. The original oak blew down in 1820 and the celebration declined, perhaps as a result of licensing laws. The New Fairlop Oak was planted in 1951 and sits in the middle of Fullwell Cross roundabout. The building behind is the Fullwell Cross library. Nearest station: Fairlop.
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is RM504 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM504
RM605 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,387 reviews)
The location is our number one reason to choose this hotel, right next to tower bridge, tower castle, river bank, and 5-7 minute walk to the subway station. Uber service is very fast, normally within 5-8 minutes. Thanks to the location, you can take a river cruise right nearby, and you also can walk ...

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is RM417 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM417
RM500 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,049 reviews)
Room fab,clean and comfy,staff very helpful

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Royal National Hotel
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is RM627 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
RM627
RM752 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,940 reviews)
Spotless room Lovely staff

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
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Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (617 reviews)
Good location. Clean room and fully equipped

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (798 reviews)
Beautiful layout. Very spacious. Only thing I must say is the bed was lopsided, the sheets kind of had a light pink stain and the pillows were super flat. Everything else was great!

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Rockwell East
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,837 reviews)
Excellent room, facilities and with exactly the configuration requested.Top Marks!!

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park which includes a city, a pond and a park

Hyde Park

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

Hyde Park
Tower Bridge showing a river or creek, a bridge and night scenes

Tower Bridge

A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.

Tower Bridge
O2 Arena which includes modern architecture

O2 Arena

Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.

O2 Arena
Buckingham Palace featuring heritage architecture, a castle and a city

Buckingham Palace

This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

Buckingham Palace
Big Ben showing a river or creek, a monument and a city

Big Ben

Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.

Big Ben
The stadium in the sunset in london.; Shutterstock ID 2698953

Wembley Stadium

Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Wembley Stadium

Things to do

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

RM69
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
London Afternoon Tea and Panoramic Tour by Double Decker Bus

London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco

RM263
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco
Kensington Palace Tickets

Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets

RM111
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise

RM1,666
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour

RM192
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Best of London Tour with London Eye & Thames Cruise

Best of London: Tower of London, Cruise, St. Paul's & London-Eye upgrade

RM555
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Best of London: Tower of London, Cruise, St. Paul's & London-Eye upgrade
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Reviews of Ilford

3.3
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
12
5 - Excellent 10%
4 - Good
39
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
44
3 - Okay 38%
2 - Disappointing
9
2 - Disappointing 8%
1 - Terrible
12
1 - Terrible 10%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Easy access to get around places such as Stratford Central London etc etc

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Reasonable enough area no major issues

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller

Big Town.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Big town . Many places for shopping.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Not an area I would visit regularly.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Convenient location, good transport links and accessibility