
The ExCeL Exhibition Centre is a purpose-built exhibition centre in the London’s Docklands area. Since opening in 2000 the complex has become a key venue for London, now hosting many large international events. There are a handful of hotels near ExCel London, excellent transport links and shopping available close by too.
ExCel hosts many shows and exhibitions throughout the year, including the World Travel Market, London Boat Show and Confex. In addition to the many trade events there are many consumer exhibitions as well as conferences and seminars. ExCel London’s waterfront location is used to advantage when it hosts the Boat Show, with vessels able to moor alongside the exhibition centre.
There is plenty of parking at ExCel London but the easiest way to reach the venue is by using the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). This fast and frequent monorail service makes it easy by dropping you off directly at the venue. You can catch the DLR from stations in the city of London, Stratford in the north and Greenwich in the south.
Hotels near ExCel London
There are a handful of hotels near ExCel London. The Crowne Plaza, Novotel, IBIS and Ramada all have properties very close by and there are more across in the Canary Wharf area.
Our advice when searching for a choice of hotels near ExCel London is to maybe look at the places which are a 5-10 minute train ride away from the area.
Looking that little further down the bus/train line will probably help you receive much better value for money.
To find the best discounted options on hotels near ExCel London that have both great availability and that come with past customer reviews, just simply use the search box on this page. You will be presented with a wide range of hotels near ExCel London, some of which will also have discounts for multiple nights stay and maybe throw in a free breakfast too!
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