Beckenham Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Beckenham

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Copers Cope

While you're in Copers Cope, take in top sights like Kent County Cricket Club, Beckenham and jump on the metro at Beckenham Junction Tram Station to see more of the city.

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Penge and Cator

Even though there aren't top sights in Penge and Cator, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Crystal Palace National Sports Centre. Jump on the metro at Beckenham Road Tram Station to see more of the city.

Elmers End

When in Elmers End and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Selhurst Park Stadium or Beckenham Place Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elmers End Tram Station or Elmers End Station.

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Clock House

When in Clock House and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Beckenham Place Park or Crystal Palace National Sports Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Avenue Road Tram Station or Harrington Road Tram Station.

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Shortlands

While there might not be top attractions in Shortlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Churchill Theatre and Beckenham Place Park.

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is AU$287 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$287
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (5,438 reviews)
"Staff really helpful and lovely, room really nice, breakfast delicious. They put a balloon and goodies in our room as it was my birthday. Special touch, very much appreciated."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is AU$155 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$155
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and climate control. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (185 reviews)
"The only negative thing I have to comment on is the pre-arrival service with reservations. I had received confirmation they would cancel my booking through Hotels.com for a single pod, because I wanted to upgrade to a double pod, and after making the second booking for a double pod, they refused ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel
a&o London Docklands Riverside

a&o London Docklands Riverside

3.5 out of 5
265 Rotherhithe Street London England
The price is AU$153 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$153
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Spent 5 days during a heat wave at this hotel that claimed to have AC but it was never working during the time we stayed there. We were on the 4th floor so imagine what it was like trying to sleep or do anything comfortably without sweating non stop. No one ever came to clean the rooms, take trash ..."

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

a&o London Docklands Riverside
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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 The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
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! (856 reviews)
"Great location for both business and pleasure and very reasonable prices offering a lot more space than other hotels in the vacinity"

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Rockwell East
1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

3.5 out of 5
Royal Carriage Mews London England
Stay at this apartment in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and The ...
1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv
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Stay near popular Beckenham attractions

Kelsey Park

10.0/10 (1 review)
Kelsey Park is just one of the places to see in Beckenham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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Activities

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

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

AU$58
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

AU$172
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

AU$81
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
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Cities near Beckenham

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London

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Croydon

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Bromley

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West Wickham

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