Ibis London Excel Docklands

Tucked beside the Royal Victoria Dock, this hotel’s ideal if you’re heading to events at ExCeL London or looking for a quieter, scenic base with easy city access. It’s a short walk from the ExCeL exhibition centre and the Emirates Air Line cable car, which offers sweeping views across the Thames to the O2 Arena – perfect if you’ve got a gig planned. The hotel’s also located by Custom House Station, where you can jump on the Elizabeth Line to Farringdon, which is ideal for easy train connections to Gatwick Airport and Luton Airport. 

The hotel keeps things simple and smart with a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi, and modern communal spaces for working or relaxing. There’s also on-site parking (rare in London!), so if you fancied renting a car during your stay, you’ll be good for that. For dining, you’ll find the friendly in-house Fogg’s Bar and the restaurant which serves up international dishes, drinks, and a daily buffet breakfast. For more variety, nearby options range from dockside cafés to global chains at the ExCeL and beyond. With Canary Wharf just two DLR stops away and Central London within 30 minutes, it’s a solid choice for business, sightseeing, or a bit of both.