Ilford Travel Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Ilford

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Wall with door and yellow tree in Valentines Park, Ilford, London, UK

Valentines

While Valentines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Exchange Ilford and Ilford Golf Club.

Newbury Park

If you're passing through Newbury Park, you may want to check out its restaurants. From there, jump on the metro at Newbury Park Station to see more of the area.

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Seven Kings

The restaurants and parks are just a few features travellers like about Seven Kings. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Fairlop Waters Country Park and Exchange Ilford are a few top places to visit.

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Loxford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Loxford and surrounding area, you can visit Exchange Ilford and East Ham Leisure Centre.

Goodmayes

Goodmayes is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ilford area, you might plan a trip to Becontree Heath Leisure Centre or Exchange Ilford.

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$436 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$436
per night
12 July - 13 July
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! (5,324 reviews)
"All good. All staff were pleasant and helpful."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is AU$286 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$286
per night
21 June - 22 June
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10,242 reviews)
"It’s old and rough around the edges but it is a decent hotel with amazing views of Tower Bridge and Tower of London. We did pass on breakfast since it was very expensive for what it is, particularly for a family of 3 ( £22 per person). We went down for drinks one night at the bar and the bill was ..."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is AU$161 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$161
per night
21 June - 22 June
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,903 reviews)
"Excellent location at an affordable rate."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff on check in, nice quieter area of London but close to some really good restaurants and drinks places. 5mins from the tube station. Will likely be our place to stay when visiting London in the future for gigs, theatres & sport events"

Reviewed on 15 June 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
The Gate London City

The Gate London City

4 out of 5
41 White Church Lane London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (767 reviews)
"Excellent stay, highly recommend."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

The Gate London City
Marlin Aldgate Tower Bridge

Marlin Aldgate Tower Bridge

4 out of 5
58 Commercial Road London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (572 reviews)
"It was a great stay—excellent, convenient location; friendly, helpful staff; amenities and WiFi worked well for the most part. The only downside was that the room itself and some of the appliances were not as well-maintained as they could be. Otherwise, it was a very enjoyable place to stay."

Reviewed on 15 June 2026

Marlin Aldgate Tower Bridge
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Stay near popular Ilford attractions

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Fairlop Waters Country Park

3.0/5 (4 reviews)
Fairlop Waters offers London's largest country park with sailing, golf, and high ropes adventures across expansive grounds. Enjoy a peaceful lakeside picnic or try windsurfing on the scenic waters.
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Woodford Green

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Dagenham

A cityscape with a river, green parks, and a large forested area.

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