Ilford

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During the 18th century there was a tradition, that on the first Friday in July, a large number of East Enders would travel to Fairlop to eat a meal of bacon and beans beneath as well as partake in general celebrations beneath an ancient oak tree. By the 1750s it was estimated that over 100,000 people could be expected to attend. The original oak blew down in 1820 and the celebration declined, perhaps as a result of licensing laws. The New Fairlop Oak was planted in 1951 and sits in the middle of Fullwell Cross roundabout. The building behind is the Fullwell Cross library. Nearest station: Fairlop.
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is HK$886 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$886
HK$1,064 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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! (9,126 reviews)
Comfortable room, Staff very good, polite and friendly, helpful

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is HK$688 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$688
HK$825 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,463 reviews)
Staff. Cleanness

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is HK$830 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
HK$830
HK$996 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,993 reviews)
Great location, room was clean and comfortable and very good value for central London

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Royal National Hotel
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Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London

Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London

4 out of 5
94-99 High Holborn London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,232 reviews)
Room was good, shower unit was damaged by others so I report this to the hotel staff. Hotel staff were very good and the breakfast was very tasty.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,739 reviews)
Amazing location. Clean room. Friendly, helpful staff. Free hot drinks in the lobby. Good price. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
The Gate London City

The Gate London City

4 out of 5
41 White Church Lane London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (626 reviews)
This hotel is lovely. In a really convenient location, out of the way enough to feel quiet, but only a 5 minute walk to tube. Staff are friendly, breakfast was decent, room was lovely and had great views.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Gate London City
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park showing a pond, a garden and a city

Hyde Park

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

Hyde Park
Big Ben featuring a river or creek, a city and a monument

Big Ben

One of London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England.

Big Ben
O2 Arena featuring modern architecture

O2 Arena

Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.

O2 Arena
The stadium in the sunset in london.; Shutterstock ID 2698953

Wembley Stadium

Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Wembley Stadium
Tower Bridge featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and a bridge

Tower Bridge

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

Tower Bridge
London Bridge which includes a city

London Bridge

Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.

London Bridge

Things to do

Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour

HK$373
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

HK$300
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transport from Central London

Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London

HK$879
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
sunset at Windsor Castle in London

Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

HK$334
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

HK$134
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour with Expert Guide

HK$1,033
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour with Expert Guide
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Reviews of Ilford

3.3
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
12
5 - Excellent 10%
4 - Good
39
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
44
3 - Okay 38%
2 - Disappointing
9
2 - Disappointing 8%
1 - Terrible
12
1 - Terrible 10%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Easy access to get around places such as Stratford Central London etc etc

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Reasonable enough area no major issues

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller

Big Town.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Big town . Many places for shopping.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Not an area I would visit regularly.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Convenient location, good transport links and accessibility