Docklands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Docklands
Stay near popular Docklands attractions
Activities
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
Our pick of the best Docklands Hotel Deals
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
"The property was in a great location, it was clean, and the staff was great. If you travel to the UK or Europe in general often, the lack of AC won’t bother you as it’s standard amongst hotels; that’s my only warning to American guests. Great place to stay and big bang for your buck!"
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026
Locke London Canary Wharf
Aloft by Marriott London Excel
"My stay was disrupted all night by the room next door “young lads” Then breakfast was a shambles 1x host, queuing out the door Tables not turned around quick enough Then……. The food hot breakfast was coming out in dribs and drabs A few rashes of bacon at a time, then no sausages, then not any scrambled ..."
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026
Dorsett Canary Wharf London
"Helpful staff. Despite booking and stating two people staying, only one bath robe was given. Had to ask for another. A very impressive room. BUT certain things were lacking. No spoons to stir the coffee. Only a few milk cartons, not enough for two people having two cups of coffee. Non original coffee ..."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026
Good Hotel London
"Room is a little overpriced for the comfort but really clean and quite quiet. Book early as fantastic location if you need to get to the Excel and excellent staff."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026
Novotel London ExCeL
"Good hotel if you need to be close to the ExcCel."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Docklands
London City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
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 London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Theatre.
Mayfair
Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Sotheby’s.
