What is Royal Docks like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in London's Royal Docks neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Thames Barrier Park and River Thames as part of your Royal Docks travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Royal Docks?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Courtyard by Marriott London City Airport is the highest ranked property in Royal Docks. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from ExCeL Exhibition Centre, and it offers a restaurant and a bar. Other favourite options in the area include London City Airport Hotel and Travelodge London City Airport .

How many hotels are there in Royal Docks?

Expedia has 128 hotels and other accommodation options in Royal Docks to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater London area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Royal Docks, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Royal Docks.

What can I see and do in this London neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Royal Docks with a visit to Thames Barrier Park and River Thames. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Brick Lane Music Hall and One Life @ Silverworks Island are some other places worth a visit. The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre are some popular places to visit in the area around Royal Docks. While you're out sightseeing, Thames Barrier information Center and Teamsport London Docklands are a couple of additional sights to visit in London.

How can I get around Royal Docks and the greater London area?

If you want to see more of the city, London City Airport DLR Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Pontoon Dock Station and King George V DLR Station.

Top 10 Royal Docks Hotels of 2026

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1. Courtyard by Marriott London City Airport

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Ramesh

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10 Aug - 11 Aug

2. London City Airport Hotel

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Michelle

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10 Aug - 11 Aug

3. Riverside Townhouse with private Garden

Royal Docks

includes taxes & fees

31 Jul - 1 Aug

4. Home At City AirPort Excel EastLondon UN

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"Booked at extremely short notice after my previous booking with Vrbo was cancelled. Property is part of a shared house with five bedsits within a single building sharing a single kitchen. Parking is very limited with a small drive. Regardless of what one of the other occupiers might think, there nis not enough space for two cars without parking right in fron of the front door, which would likely pose fire exit hazard given the liited access. For the purpose of somewhere to sleep with access to...

Craig

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

5. Tribe London Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf, 4.1 km from Royal Docks

Luke

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

6. Radisson Blu Hotel, London Canary Wharf East

Canary Wharf, 3.6 km from Royal Docks

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

7. Point A London Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf, 5 km from Royal Docks

Kira

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

8. Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Soho, 12.6 km from Royal Docks

Eden

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

9. London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf, 4.7 km from Royal Docks

Stephen

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

10. Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG

18.2 km from Royal Docks

Judith

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

11. Apex City of London Hotel

8.8 km from Royal Docks

Ricardo Jr

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

12. citizenM Tower of London

8.6 km from Royal Docks

Lindsay

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

13. The Chamberlain Hotel

8.5 km from Royal Docks

Todd

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

14. The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

8.4 km from Royal Docks

Linda

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

15. Strand Palace Hotel

City of Westminster, 11.6 km from Royal Docks

M

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

16. Canary Riverside Plaza Hotel

Canary Wharf, 5.2 km from Royal Docks

Andry

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

17. Point A London Liverpool Street

8.9 km from Royal Docks

Alexander

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

18. H10 London Waterloo

10.6 km from Royal Docks

Magen

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

19. One Hundred Shoreditch

9 km from Royal Docks

Redesya

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

20. Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster

12.1 km from Royal Docks

Edward

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Where to stay in Royal Docks

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Canary Wharf

Wander around London’s financial district in the scenic docklands with the tallest skyscrapers in the city. They are home to some of the world’s biggest companies.

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London City Centre

Iconic landmarks, a world-famous theater district, lively nightlife zones and superb shopping and art museums await in the heart of England’s capital city.

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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.

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Wimbledon

You might enjoy the theatres while in Wimbledon. Wimbledon Village Stables is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Dundonald Road Tram Station or Wimbledon Underground Station to see more of the city.

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Covent Garden

A vibrant district, home to many of London’s trendiest boutiques and bars, where you can while away many entertaining hours.

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Top Royal Docks Hotel Reviews

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

10/10 Excellent

"This was an excellent stay, super convenient and easy. Will be staying again and again!!"

The Cumberland, London

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for 1 night for a business visit. Check in was incredibly smooth, and reception desk staff were friendly and helpful. I was fortunate to get an upgrade to an Executive Room, which was fantastic - large, comfortable bed in a spacious room. I heard no noise from surrounding rooms and had an unusually great nights sleep for a hotel room. And a great location, right on the Marble Arch corner of Hyde Park - just with I'd had more time to spend there. Will certainly look to stay here again in future."

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

8/10 Good

"Ideally located, just a short walk to several museums and key attractions. Although a single room, it was not too small and had all the amenities that a double room would have - own bathroom, hairdryer, iron, etc. Check-in was straightforward. Both evening meals were very nice, and all staff very helpful. Overall, very enjoyable trip."

a&o London Docklands Riverside

8/10 Good

"Well, we chose this hotel because it’s conveniently located near the ferry, waterfront, and another side of London. Unlike typical hostels, we were given our own room. The room was comfortable, but the bed had a spiral mattress instead of a foam mattress, which we’ve never had since childhood. The reception staff took a while to request specific services like towels, Kleenex, an iron, and air conditioning. They could have been more descriptive about what they needed. Despite these minor inconveniences, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the waterfront hotel."

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Our top choices for Royal Docks hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott London City Airport

2. London City Airport Hotel

3. Riverside Townhouse with private Garden

4. Home At City AirPort Excel EastLondon UN

5. Tribe London Canary Wharf

6. Radisson Blu Hotel, London Canary Wharf East

7. Point A London Canary Wharf

8. Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

9. London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

10. Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush by IHG

11. Apex City of London Hotel

12. citizenM Tower of London

13. The Chamberlain Hotel

14. The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

15. Strand Palace Hotel

16. Canary Riverside Plaza Hotel

17. Point A London Liverpool Street

18. H10 London Waterloo

19. One Hundred Shoreditch

20. Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster

Where to stay in Royal Docks

Canary Wharf

London City Centre

City of Westminster

Wimbledon

Covent Garden

Top Royal Docks Hotel Reviews

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

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