Custom House Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

ExCeL London is an exhibition and international convention centre in the Custom House area of Newham, East London. It is situated on a 100-acre site on the northern quay of the Royal Victoria Dock
ExCeL London is an exhibition and international convention centre in the Custom House area of Newham, East London. It is situated on a 100-acre site on the northern quay of the Royal Victoria Dock
A view at London  from Royal Victoria Bridge.
A view of London from the Royal Victoria Dock Bridge.
Royal Victoria Dock Bridge, underside

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Our pick of the best Custom House Hotel Deals

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is AU$282 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$282
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (5,012 reviews)
Room was clean but not spotless. Felt like it needed updating. Very small space considering we booked the Superior Queen. The bathroom was also tiny, I’m only 5’4” but struggled in the shower to move. The bed was the softest mattress I’d ever slept on, caused me backache. Shops nearby are good, boots ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 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$237 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$237
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,514 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, quiet and wonderful location

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
 The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

3 out of 5
1 Barkston Gardens London England
Fully refundable
The price is AU$189 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$189
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (122 reviews)
Great staff. Amazing location. Nice room. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is AU$324 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$324
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,528 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is AU$153 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$153
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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! (5,584 reviews)
The location is absolutely fantastic. Steps away from the Piccadilly Circus Tube station, tons of restaurants nearby (including Chinatown), and even multiple grocery store options. The Cocoon room was perfect for a solo traveler trying to adjust to the time zone. There was no city noise, despite ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street London England
The price is AU$362 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$362
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,863 reviews)
Helpful check in room upgrade helpful staff great location

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Royal Garden Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Custom House

Canary Wharf showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(17 area reviews)

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

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

Shoreditch

5/5(10 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
The City of London showing heritage architecture, a city and modern architecture

The City of London

4.5/5(80 area reviews)

The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.

The City of London
London showing boating, a river or creek and a city

Waterloo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
London which includes markets, heritage elements and signage

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 Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden
Kings Cross St. Pancras which includes heritage architecture and interior views as well as a small group of people

Kings Cross St. Pancras

Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.

Kings Cross St. Pancras


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