Title: Cranbrook Travel Guide: Best of Cranbrook, London Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Cranbrook](https://expedia.co.uk/Cranbrook-London-Hotels.0-n553248635976383136-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to London](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-London.d178279.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in London](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-London.d178279.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Cranbrook Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cranbrook.d553248635976383136.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cranbrook Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cranbrook.d553248635976383136.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Cranbrook Travel Guide ## London ![Valentines Mansion rear view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/ec916eb7-e829-45b5-9c00-4e79ba9d52f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/ec916eb7-e829-45b5-9c00-4e79ba9d52f4.jpg) by [The wub](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:The_wub) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![Valentines Mansion rear view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/ec916eb7-e829-45b5-9c00-4e79ba9d52f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/ec916eb7-e829-45b5-9c00-4e79ba9d52f4.jpg) by [The wub](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:The_wub) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![Entering the park from Cranbrook Road in the north, walking towards the ornamental pond. Photo taken November 2009. Owner: London Borough of Redbridge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/84efbd8d-f379-4f9c-bb55-c11ff8d8b4ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Valentines Park - upper lake Looking at the false bridge by the entrance to Valentines Park near Gants Hill, from the first bridge over the lake.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/8c8b1d9f-82ee-48f6-8a42-208389135898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/8c8b1d9f-82ee-48f6-8a42-208389135898.jpg) by [I M Chengappa](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15421) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Cranbrook: Valentines Park clock tower This view was taken looking across the boating lake in Valentines Park towards the clock tower, which was built in 1899 on the opening of the park. A plaque on the clock tower commemorates that it was presented by W. P. Griggs Esq. At its opening the park was known as Cranbrook Park, as witnessed by the plaque, but the name was changed in 1907 to register its association with the nearby Valentines Mansion.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/a6b94659-0872-4900-8293-e0e9371f8012.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383136/a6b94659-0872-4900-8293-e0e9371f8012.jpg) by [Nigel Cox](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2798) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Cranbrook Things to do Hotels Where to stay [London travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/London.dx178279) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sunshine makes green even more beautiful #Parks photo challenge ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144799/96b5cd04-8e68-4c97-a32c-9f1bc94cd56d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valentines Park Valentines Park is just one of the places to see in Ilford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valentines-Park-Cranbrook.d6162014.Attraction) ![Hyde Park showing a city, a garden and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507738/88fc5c6c-a7fe-42e6-80b5-553b1af67c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hyde-Park-London-City-Centre.d507738.Attraction) ![Big Ben featuring a city, heritage architecture and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060186/2f322593-af11-47f2-88a5-d8a6063dcf00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Ben One of London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Ben-London-City-Centre.d6060186.Attraction) ![O2 Arena featuring modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057080/3fb098df-05b3-421d-bd35-556e8f55b7b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### O2 Arena Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames. [](https://expedia.co.uk/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Attraction) ![Tower Bridge showing a bridge, heritage architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508419/106f34bf-dd00-4d7b-9a80-f2df121bb164.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tower Bridge An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Attraction) ![Buckingham Palace which includes a castle, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501516/1ca68fa8-e704-457a-a623-78f4b4a7c154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buckingham Palace Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buckingham-Palace-London-City-Centre.d501516.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169662/dea9cadd-d3ad-441f-af5f-1aff5ee9c6e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour £36 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-tower-of-london-tickets-with-yeoman-warder-beefeater-tour.a169662.activity-details) ![City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/234057/1eeace69-fe69-45b8-8ee3-72822487df8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras £24 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-london-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a234057.activity-details) ![London Afternoon Tea and Panoramic Tour by Double Decker Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/783523/30fd222a-2f23-4589-8eb8-dc83aaaa24dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco £49 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/london-afternoon-tea-bus-with-prosecco.a783523.activity-details) ![London SEA LIFE Aquarium Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169638/677ead92-d477-430c-8f10-d5029e12e775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SEA LIFE London Aquarium Tickets £28 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-life-london-aquarium-tickets.a169638.activity-details) ![The London Pass® and The London Pass® Plus: Save up to 50 Percent](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169503/e042ef25-4759-495c-8ee6-f079e8b95a55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions £79 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-london-pass-access-100-attractions.a169503.activity-details) ![Westminster Abbey in London](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/282181/098d569e-9891-441e-b83c-701967ec37fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Westminster Abbey Tickets £31 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/westminster-abbey-tickets.a282181.activity-details) [See all activities in London](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-London.d178279.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Cranbrook ![The Tower Hotel, by Thistle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2500/2479/3f816d92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Tower Hotel, by Thistle St Katharine's Way London England £115 15 Feb - 16 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! (9,282 reviews) Fab service, brilliant view, nice and quiet evening. What more do you need Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=2479&PinnedHotelID=2479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383136) ![Royal National Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55100/55001/e591e9ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal National Hotel 38-51 Bedford Way London England £104 22 Feb - 23 Feb 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! (3,020 reviews) Stayed in a superior twin room on the 5th floor, which was clean and comfortable, with a walk-in shower (important because I have mobility issues). It was on the small side but not cramped. The decor seemed to be fairly new and in good shape, of a dark gray neutral sort. Staff on check-in were friendly, ... Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=55001&PinnedHotelID=55001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383136) ![The Royal Horseguards, London](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26000/25926/79e35abc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Royal Horseguards, London 2 Whitehall Court London England £180 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,098 reviews) Delightful staff, stunning facilities, comfy rooms and has a very posh London vibe to it that will make you feel royal. If that’s what you’d like to experience, give yourself a chance and book it! Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=25926&PinnedHotelID=25926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383136) ![Strand Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/179/7dc50d5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Strand Palace Hotel 372 The Strand London England £135 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,927 reviews) lovely hotel great location , good value Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=179&PinnedHotelID=179&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383136) ![Royal Garden Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55000/54987/9d683740_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Garden Hotel 2-24 Kensington High Street London England £216 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,839 reviews) Excellent Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=54987&PinnedHotelID=54987&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383136) ![Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3120000/3113100/3113039/5be25a1a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge 200 Westminster Bridge Road London England £185 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (5,459 reviews) Very nice room, spacious, great location, drinks at the car a little pricy though Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=3113039&PinnedHotelID=3113039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383136) [See all 28,648 properties in Cranbrook](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976383136) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Cranbrook hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976383136&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Cranbrook ![Canary Wharf showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179523/df505bcf-c7b5-474c-b384-5bce820d7d40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Canary Wharf 4/5(517 area reviews) Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Billingsgate Market. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Canary-Wharf.dx179523) ![London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179542/4c9c03d1-50e5-4e11-8479-246eae6272a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shoreditch 4/5(72 area reviews) Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Shoreditch.dx179542) ![The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800056/a7390e8c-200a-4d2f-a99d-be219e9c6143.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The City of London 4.5/5(668 area reviews) The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-The-City-Of-London.dx800056) ![Kings Cross St. Pancras showing interior views and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047476/d6543c5d-faa0-4e13-8779-4ec829de37a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kings Cross St. Pancras Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Kings-Cross-St-Pancras.dx6047476) ![London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532493801/2d0b373d-d966-4f70-b480-4bfbfcbd949a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waterloo 4.5/5(11 area reviews) Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Waterloo.dx6047475) ![London showing heritage elements, markets and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248625846408347/6173c48d-87bb-452f-a9a0-7fcefc60d31f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town. 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