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Hotel Overview and Details

1 Silvertown Way, Canning Town, London, United Kingdom, E16 1EA
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Close to the waterfront
Great
8.0
7.6
/10
3.5
3.8
/5

Holiday Inn Express Royal Docks By Ihg - Modern hotel near ExCeL London

Located in Newham, Holiday Inn Express Royal Docks is 1.5 km from ExCeL London and 1 km from DC Exhibition. The hotel offers a complimentary Express Start Breakfast with scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, baked beans, and continental items. Nearby attractions include the O2 arena (1 km), Museum of London Docklands (2.5 km), and Tower of London (6 km). The property features a conference center with 8 modern meeting rooms overlooking Royal Victoria Dock. A weekday Canary Wharf shuttle service is available at scheduled times.

Additional perks of the hotel

5-minute walk to the O2 arena for concerts, movies, and restaurants

10-minute walk to Royal Victoria Dock and ExCeL London

Quad Club & Spa with views over Royal Victoria Dock

Docklands gym available for both hotel guests and non-guests

Restaurants serving traditional East London fare, dry-aged beef, and fish and chips

Outdoor terrace with dockside views

Bright, open bar with local and craft selections

Room Options

The 210-bedroom hotel offers standard rooms with one double bed or two single beds (subject to availability). All rooms are air-conditioned and include a TV, work desk, and tea/coffee making facilities. Accessible rooms provide standard amenities plus additional accessibility features. The contemporary guest rooms feature 24-hour room service to make guests feel at home.

Other conveniences

Ironing facilities and electric kettle

Free toiletries and sink

Heating and air conditioning

Wi-Fi in rooms

Soundproofed rooms

Flat-screen TV with AM/FM alarm clock

Sitting area

Carpeted floor

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the stunning Docklands Museum for a dive into local history.
  • Savor fresh fish and chips at The Fish & Chippery around the corner.
  • Take a stroll along the Thames Path for beautiful riverside views.
  • Explore the vibrant ExCeL London for unique events and exhibitions.
  • Discover the hidden gem of Royal Victoria Gardens for a calm escape.
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Choose Your Room Category

The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.
Standard Twin Room Hot
2 persons
11 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room Sofa Bed Hot
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Hot Accessible
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Room Hot
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel Location

1 Silvertown Way, Canning Town, London, United Kingdom, E16 1EA
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1 Silvertown Way, Canning Town, London, United Kingdom, E16 1EA
Nearby
Gym
Fitness4Less Canning Town
480 m
Restaurants
XO Restaurant
310 m
110 Silvertown Way Canning Town
Caffe Fratelli
910 m
Unit 1
Rose's Cafe
840 m
159 Barking Road
Dallas Chicken & Ribs
830 m
157 Barking Road
The Oiler Bar
960 m
The Oiler Bar
Airline Cafe & Diner
1.2 km
Unit 2E Westgate Apartments 14 Western Gateway Royal Docks
Explore London
Local Highlights
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
ExCeL London
ExCeL London
20 minutes' walk
ExCeL London is a major exhibition center hosting diverse events and trade shows, easily accessible on foot.
Museum of London Docklands
Museum of London Docklands
30 minutes' walk
The museum showcases London's rich maritime history with interactive exhibits and family-friendly activities.
Royal Arsenal
Royal Arsenal
10 minutes' drive
Royal Arsenal features historic architecture with shops, restaurants, and cultural sites, providing a scenic outing.
Tower of London
Tower of London
15 minutes' drive
A UNESCO World Heritage site, it offers fascinating tours of the historic fortress and the Crown Jewels.
Emirates Air Line
Emirates Air Line
10 minutes' walk
Cable car rides offer stunning views of the Thames and London skyline. Ideal for thrill-seekers and photographers.
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
45 minutes' walk
Spanning 560 acres, the park features cycling paths, tranquil gardens, and outdoor sports facilities for relaxation.
XO Restaurant
XO Restaurant
4 minutes' walk
Known for modern Chinese cuisine, XO offers a vibrant atmosphere with signature dishes like dim sum.
Caffe Fratelli
Caffe Fratelli
11 minutes' walk
This cozy café serves Italian coffee and pastries, perfect for a quick breakfast or casual lunch.
The Oiler Bar
The Oiler Bar
12 minutes' walk
An inviting pub atmosphere with a variety of beers and hearty pub food, ideal for relaxed evenings.
The O2
The O2
10 minutes' drive
A major entertainment venue hosting concerts and events, featuring a lively atmosphere with dining options.
Up at The O2
Up at The O2
10 minutes' drive
A thrilling climb over the O2 offers panoramic views of London. Perfect for adventure lovers of all ages.
Navigating city
City Centre
London15 min  ·  9.6 km
Airports
London City Airport (LCY)6 min  ·  3.7 km
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)57 min  ·  37.6 km
Train
Woolwich Arsenal8 min  ·  4.7 km
Underground
Canning Town5 min  ·  400 m

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays
80%
Guests loved the hotel and would gladly return
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
7.2
Location
8.9
Service
7.7
Dining
7.6
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 10 reviews
3.5/5 based on 1161 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 6986 reviews
#575 of 1,158 hotels in London based on Tripadvisor
Rowan
United Kingdom, December  2024
10.0/10

The hotel was fantastic! Location, staff, and breakfast were all great. I loved the 24-hour bar and the proximity to the O2!

Rooms
9.0
Clean and spacious room with comfy bed and plenty of USB charging points
Service
10.0
Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always willing to go the extra mile.
Location
10.0
Perfect location, a short walk from the tube and one stop to the O2!
Dining
9.0
Breakfast had a lot of choice, hot and cold options, and vegetarian choices. It ended at 10am.
Facilities
10.0
24-hour bar was amazing! Plus, easy access to local shopping and the O2 Arena.
Charles
United States, November  2024
8.0/10

A good stay overall, although some aspects could have been better. Very good value for money.

Rooms
7.0
Room was quiet, good size and clean. Although the bed was small for a double.
Service
7.0
Most of the staff were very friendly and helpful, but one receptionist was quite abrupt.
Location
9.0
Great location-a 2 minute walk to Canning Town DLR station, so ideal for London Stadium and to tube bus and trains
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was good, with plenty of choice, and items were regularly replenished.
Facilities
8.0
Good facilities overall, including a 24 hour bar.
Charlotte
United Kingdom, October  2024
7.0/10

A really good location, and friendly staff. Some issues with the room and breakfast need addressing, though.

Rooms
6.0
Decent sized room, but stained carpet, stained curtains and a ripped duvet cover are not acceptable. Noise from the street was noticeable.
Service
8.0
Reception staff were very friendly and accommodating with early check-in and check-out. Some staff in the dining room could have been friendlier
Location
9.0
Great location, near the tube and Sainsbury's. Close to the O2 and Canning Town station.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast was disappointing due to consistent shortages of food items and dirty cutlery. Staff were slow in replenishing items.
Facilities
7.0
24-hour bar was a nice touch. Free quirks like a chocolate fountain were fun.
Jennifer
United Kingdom, September  2024
8.0/10

My one night stay was great, perfect for a concert at the O2. The 24-hour bar was a lifesaver after a long day!

Rooms
8.0
The twin room was very clean with comfy beds and a great shower. It was perfect for what we needed.
Service
7.0
Check-in was straightforward, although one staff member was a bit abrupt. All the other staff were fantastic.
Location
10.0
Two minutes from the train/underground/bus station - ideal for the O2 and easy access to central London!
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was good and the 24 hour bar was surprisingly cheap.
Facilities
5.0
I didn't use many facilities beyond the room and bar.
Adrian
United States, August  2024
7.0/10

A mixed bag really, some things were great, others not so much. Overall, good value for money though.

Rooms
6.0
Room was small but was adequate for our stay. The heating was a bit much, it was very warm, had to have air conditioning on throughout the night.
Service
5.0
Staff were ok, I had to chase them for my points, but they eventually got added after I complained.
Location
10.0
Location was great, easy access to transport throughout the city.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was good; fresh and hot, even with bacon!
Facilities
7.0
No major issues with facilities.
Stephanie
United States, July  2024
9.0/10

This hotel was perfect for our trip to the O2 Arena! The location was amazing and the staff were super friendly.

Rooms
9.0
The room was clean and comfortable, with a great shower.
Service
10.0
All the staff were very friendly and helpful, making our stay even better.
Location
10.0
Very close to the O2 arena- only one stop on the tube. Perfect for the o2!
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was very busy but excellent buffet style and tasty.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had everything we needed.
Vincent
United States, May  2024
8.0/10

Great location near the Jubilee line, comfy beds, and decent breakfast. Would definitely stay again!

Rooms
9.0
The beds were super comfy, and I slept really well. The room itself was small but adequate for my 7-night stay.
Service
9.0
Check-in was quick and easy, staff were very friendly and helpful when checking in.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, barely 5 minutes from the metro station and in a quiet neighborhood.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was decent, a good selection although more options would be nice.
Facilities
8.0
No issues with facilities.
Mason
United Kingdom, May  2024
9.0/10

A really great stay, the staff were superb and went above and beyond! Breakfast was decent and the room was spacious and clean. Would definitely return!

Rooms
9.0
Our room was spacious, clean, and the bed was comfy. We especially loved having a sofa and table in the room.
Service
10.0
The staff were very nice! Dave's late-night welcome was amazing, and the morning staff helped us with urgent printing. One staff member was also extremely helpful during my 5-night stay.
Location
6.0
I didn't focus much on the location during my short trip.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was decent, and the included price was a bonus.
Facilities
8.0
Luggage storage before check-in was a really handy feature.
Mary
United Kingdom, January  2024
6.0/10

A bit of a mixed bag, some issues in the room but the bed was comfy and I slept well once I did.

Rooms
5.0
Comfortable bed, but some issues: light flickered, toilet flushed constantly, USB plugs didn't work, and the keycard didn't work for the stairwell door.
Service
6.0
Receptionist said keycards don't usually work on stairwells - not ideal but I understand.
Location
7.0
Convenient for the tube, that's about it.
Dining
5.0
I didn't eat breakfast here.
Facilities
5.0
Basic facilities, but the issues in the room were a letdown.
Peter
United States, November  2023
6.0/10

Some issues with the room, but the location and breakfast made up for it somewhat.

Rooms
5.0
The room had a few problems: a soaking wet floor, a leaky aircon, a fusty smell and some broken light bulbs. The bed and pillows weren't comfy either.
Service
5.0
Maintenance was called, but it still took a while to fix issues.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was good!
Facilities
5.0
Some facilities were not in perfect working order.
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 20 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Holiday Inn Express Royal Docks By Ihg guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Danish, Romanian, Polish, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Lithuanian, Latvian, Urdu
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
136
Former name
holiday inn express london-royal docks, docklands
Questions of the users
About Holiday Inn Express Royal Docks By Ihg
What time do guests typically need to check out of the hotel?
12 March 2024
Check-out is usually at 11:00 AM.
Can you tell me the breakfast hours for this hotel?
21 April 2024
Breakfast is served on weekdays from 06:30 AM to 09:30 AM and on weekends from 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is on-site parking available, and is there a fee for it?
15 May 2024
Yes, on-site parking is available for £15 per night.
How far is it to walk to the O2 Arena and are there dining options nearby?
30 June 2024
Canning Town station is just a 2-minute walk away, providing direct access to the O2 Arena, or you can enjoy the Emirates cable car, which is a 7-minute walk from the hotel.
What is the earliest possible time to check in?
24 July 2024
Check-in generally starts at 2:00 PM. Early check-in may be available for an additional fee of £10 if a room is ready.
Is there luggage storage available after check-out?
10 August 2024
Yes, secure luggage storage is offered, allowing guests to explore the area after checking out.
Are pets allowed at the hotel, and is there an associated fee?
18 September 2024
Yes, pets are allowed for a fee of £25 per night per pet.
What options do guests have for dining in the vicinity of the hotel?
09 October 2024
Numerous restaurants and bars are located nearby for a variety of dining options.
Is there an electric vehicle charging station available at this hotel?
12 November 2024
Unfortunately, the hotel does not offer electric vehicle charging points.
How can guests get from Canning Town station to the hotel?
28 December 2024
Upon exiting Canning Town station, turn right towards the Excel Centre, and you will find the hotel a few minutes down the road on your left.

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