Hotels in London, United Kingdom

Visiting London

History buffs will enjoy exploring London, and visitors give high marks for the theatre, fascinating museums and interesting architecture. Tourists who journey to this urban city can discover its art, monuments and entertainment. Top sights in the city include Nelson's Column, Trafalgar Square and National Gallery.

• There are 11797 hotels and other accommodation options in London
• The closest major airport is in London (LCY-London City), 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from the city centre
• The next closest is in London (LHR-Heathrow), 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in London

Known for its theatres, museums and art, the city's cultural venues include National Gallery, London Coliseum and Her Majesty's Theatre. Attractions like Coca-Cola London Eye, Sea Life London Aquarium and BT Tower are fun for kids of all ages. Its historic sites and monuments are notable and landmarks include Nelson's Column, Trafalgar Square and St. Martin-in-the-Fields.

In Croydon, you'll find 11797 hotels and other accommodation options to make planning your perfect retreat at an affordable rate. Here you'll find top ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Croham Park Bed & Breakfast - This 4-star bed & breakfast in Croham features free breakfast and free WiFi. It's a favourite with Expedia travellers for its proximity to the airport and clean, comfortable rooms.
• Parklands B&B - This 3.5-star bed & breakfast is a favourite with Expedia travellers for its breakfast and helpful staff.
• Ham Yard Hotel, Firmdale Hotels - This 5-star hotel in London City Centre features a restaurant, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Expedia customers love its room size and surrounding nightlife.

Other favourite sights in London include Leicester Square, The Strand and Piccadilly Circus. Outside the city, popular places to see include Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, 17.6 mi/28.4 km from the heart of the city, and Bluewater Shopping Centre, which is 17.8 mi (28.6 km) away.

Getting around London

With so many transport options, exploring all of London is simple. Walk to nearby metro stations such as Charing Cross Underground Station, Embankment Station and Leicester Square Underground Station. If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from London Charing Cross Station, London Waterloo Station or London Waterloo East Station.

Dressing for London

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 12°C and the night-time average to be 2°C
• From April to June, temperatures average about 21°C during the day and 4°C at night
• July to September averages 22°C during the day and 9°C at night
• Between October and December, the average temperature is 16°C during the day and 3°C at night
• About 591.80 millimetres of rain falls on London each year
• Hottest months are usually August and July with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 2°C