Docklands Travel Guide

London

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A river with boats, a bridge, and industrial buildings in the background.
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Stay near popular Docklands attractions

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Excel London

8.4/10 (339 reviews)
Catch an event at Excel London during your trip to London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

฿1,114
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Westminster Abbey in London

Westminster Abbey Tickets

฿1,209
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey Tickets
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

฿704
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

฿437
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise
sunset at Windsor Castle in London

Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

฿1,426
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

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

฿10,607
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
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Top hotels in Docklands

Locke London Canary Wharf

Locke London Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
1 Cartier Circle London England
The price is ฿3,500 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,500
฿4,200 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (206 reviews)
"one of my favourite hotels in London and perfect for a visit to the O2. as a regular solo traveller I have always felt welcome here"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Locke London Canary Wharf
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane London England
The price is ฿4,338 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,338
฿5,205 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (918 reviews)
"Room and bathroom were spotless. Terrace and lounge area on floor 12 were beautifully designed and welcoming. Staff very polite and helpful. The only compliant was how hot the room was, a small Dyson fan wasn’t enough to provide the cool required to sleep. It was incredibly hot and not much sleep ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Novotel London ExCeL

Novotel London ExCeL

4 out of 5
7 Western Gateway London England
The price is ฿3,777 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,777
฿4,532 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Novotel London ExCeL
Aloft by Marriott London Excel

Aloft by Marriott London Excel

4 out of 5
1 Eastern Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock London England
The price is ฿3,627 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,627
฿4,353 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"The reception desk was managed by only one staff which caused a little hold up. Also because of E formula race, getting to the hotel was a bit chaotic."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Aloft by Marriott London Excel
ARK Canary Wharf

ARK Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
20 Crossharbour Plaza London England
The price is ฿3,534 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿3,534
฿4,240 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
ARK Canary Wharf
Tribe London Canary Wharf

Tribe London Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
15 Water Street London England
The price is ฿4,001 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,001
฿4,801 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,892 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel, really enjoyed our stay. Comfy bed, good water pressure, modern, clean and great location"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Tribe London Canary Wharf
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Where to stay in Docklands

Find the best Docklands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfront with modern buildings, including a curved structure with glass windows and a bridge overhead.

Canary Wharf

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

A modern glass building, the Shard, and the Tower Bridge in the background during sunset.

London City Centre

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.

A large white archway with intricate carvings, surrounded by trees and people walking.

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.

The exterior of the Covent Garden Market with the Punch & Judy theatre and Central Avenue entrance.

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 London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

A busy street with a red double-decker bus, cars, and pedestrians. Flags of various countries are hanging above the street.

West End

Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

Docklands Travel Guide