Elephant and Castle Travel Guide

London

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Stay near popular Elephant and Castle attractions

Imperial War Museum

9.2/10 (121 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Imperial War Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to London. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets

£37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets
London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

£29
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

£25
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

£27
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

£99
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames

City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames

£33
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames
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Top hotels in Elephant and Castle

Rest Up London - Hostel

Rest Up London - Hostel

2 out of 5
172 New Kent Road London England
The price is £28 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£28
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions London Bridge and Tower Bridge are ...
Rest Up London - Hostel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is £98 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£98
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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. ...
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is £61 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£61
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and slippers. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is £124 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£124
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is £150 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£150
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (5,739 reviews)
"We were vacationing. Location was excellent. Staff were helpful and friendly. Food was ok, only issue was elevators were small and slow. Overall very happy with the hotel."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is £215 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£215
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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Where to stay in Elephant and Castle

Find the best Elephant and Castle areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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London City Centre

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

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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 London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

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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.

A bustling street with a 'Welcome to Carnaby Street' archway, vintage shops, and pedestrians.

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Theatre.

A street lined with shops, including DKNY and Rolex, and a white van on the road.

Mayfair

Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Sotheby’s.

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