East London

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in East London

Canary Wharf featuring city views, a bridge and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(168 area reviews)

Museum of London Docklands and Thames River are top sights in Canary Wharf, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

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

Shoreditch

4.5/5(67 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

Aspers Casino and Westfield Stratford City are top sights in Stratford, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Pudding Mill Lane Station or Leyton Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

Stratford
Tower Hamlets

Tower Hill

Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Tower Hill. Tower of London is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Tower Gateway DLR Station or Tower Hill Station to see more of London.

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

Tower Hamlets

4.5/5(598 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Tower of London while getting to know Tower Hamlets, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Limehouse DLR Station or Westferry Station to see more of the area.

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

Hackney

4/5(260 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
Signature London

Signature London

3 out of 5
62-64 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, England
The price is ₩75,465 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
₩75,465
₩90,558 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ilford. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 ...
7.2/10 Good! (341 reviews)
"We stayed for two nights. Our room was basic and clean. The housekeeping staff were attentive to my needs for extra towels and hangers. The downside was that there was a lot of late night revelry coming through the very thin walls on both nights. It finally stopped at 1am. If you have an early start, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Signature London
Best Western London Ilford Hotel

Best Western London Ilford Hotel

4 out of 5
3-5 Argyle Road, Ilford, England
The price is ₩90,179 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
₩90,179
₩108,215 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ilford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena are located ...
7/10 Good! (934 reviews)
"The staff there are amazing and I found it very decent for the price. The breakfast is very good, although the options are not that much. However it’s a really good value for money. Plus the location is very good, about 3-5 mins walk from the Elizabeth line which connects you to Central London. I ..."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Best Western London Ilford Hotel
Lucky 8 Hotel

Lucky 8 Hotel

3 out of 5
21 -25 York Road, Ilford, England
The price is ₩84,009 per night from Oct 17 to Oct 18
₩84,009
₩100,810 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Easy walking distance from the train Staff very nice and friendly"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Lucky 8 Hotel
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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 ...
7/10 Good! (15 reviews)
"This property was decent. You can tell its been occupied regularly but it was well maintained. My only issue was the lack of communication prior to us staying and even upon arrival. We waited outside for a while before someone opened the door. The property wasn't cleaned before we got there and so ..."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Ilford Tower Apartments
Ilford Apartments

Ilford Apartments

3 out of 5
3a Coventry Road, Ilford, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ilford. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 Arena ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Impressive apartment
"Good location, friendly staff, neat and spacious apartment. Nice interior decor. Nearby grocery stores and restaurants."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Ilford 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"Not clean enough. Bath tube was clogged, and my husband should unlog by himself. We could not wait for their fixing."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Ilford Central Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Tower Bridge which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

Tower Bridge
O2 Arena showing 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
London Bridge showing a city

London Bridge

Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.

London Bridge
Tower of London which includes heritage elements and a castle

Tower of London

One of the world’s most well-preserved medieval castles, this historic building is known for its fascinating and gruesome history.

Tower of London
Just outside the ExCel conference centre in London’s docklands you can stroll along the wharf and see the cable cars crossing over to the O2 arena with the cityscape behind them. #UrbanJungle

ExCeL Exhibition Centre

Catch an event at ExCeL Exhibition Centre during your trip to London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

ExCeL Exhibition Centre
The Shard featuring modern architecture, a river or creek and views

The Shard

Ascend to the observation deck of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Europe for unparalleled views of the London cityscape.

The Shard

Cities near East London

Piccadilly Circus featuring a city, city views and street scenes

London

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Brentwood

Bluewater Shopping Centre featuring modern architecture and a city

Dartford

Waltham Abbey showing street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

Waltham Abbey