What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Whitechapel?

Those visiting Whitechapel should consider a tour to learn more about the local history. You'll likely want to savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars during your visit. You can also discover the museums during your holiday.

Where's the best place to stay in Whitechapel to absorb the local history?

Based on our travel expertise, Marlin Aldgate Tower Bridge is a top 4-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers parking and in-room kitchens. Tower Bridge is a short 17-minute walk away. If you're interested in local history, another option for your visit is Clayton Hotel City of London .

How many historical hotels will I find in Whitechapel?

In Whitechapel, there are 151 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 20 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

What are the must-see historical sites and other places in Whitechapel?

Tower of London, Tower Bridge and Liverpool Street are some of the notable places to visit in the surrounding area. In the area, you'll also find London Bridge and The Shard.

What is a historic hotel like in Whitechapel?

When you book a historic hotel, you'll enjoy a holiday in a building that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Whitechapel, bringing the history to life.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Do historic hotels in Whitechapel have modern facilities?

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Whitechapel, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

TOP Historic Hotels in Whitechapel for 2022

Luxury Apartment in the heart of the City, 4 Double Bedrooms -Incredible Views!

London, ENG

4.5/5 Wonderful! (28 reviews)

"Great location and very clean. The host is very organized and sent very detailed information regarding the property and surrounding areas. The only drawback was that there was only one washroom available, which makes mornings difficult if traveling with a large group."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2019

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Holiday Inn London - Whitechapel, an IHG Hotel

5 Cavell Street, London, England

Fully refundable

4.3/5 Excellent! (992 reviews)

"Nice enough to offer us a free upgrade."

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2021

The Corner London City

42 Adler Street, London, England

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4.3/5 Excellent! (916 reviews)

"We loved our stay at The Corner London City! The location was fantastic, only a short walk to nearby Tube stations, Brick Lane, and plenty of sightseeing locations, restaurants, and bars. The hotel was very stylish and staff we really helpful. We were able to check our bags prior to check in which ..."

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2021

ibis London City - Shoreditch

5 Commercial Street, London, England

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4.2/5 Very Good! (964 reviews)

"The staff were very friendly polite and did an excellent job"

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2022

Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge

45 Prescot Street, London, England

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4.2/5 Very Good! (1,120 reviews)

"It was really like I enjoyed my stay, the staff were very polite, just the. Balloons I asked for my birthday by the time I got there they were popped and was only one remained. But it was all good 😊"

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2022

SACO Aldgate - Altitude

71 Alie Street, Aldgate, London, England

4.1/5 Very Good! (7 reviews)

Nothing to complain about

"Perfect for 2 day businesstrip"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2017

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Arbor City Hotel

12-20 Osborn Street, City Hotel Apartments/12, London, England

4.1/5 Very Good! (983 reviews)

Perfect little hotel close to the tube.

"Nice little hotel in the east of London and close to the tube station. Everything was comfortable clean and fine."

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2020

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Marlin Aldgate Tower Bridge

58 Commercial Road, London, England

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3.9/5 Very Good! (185 reviews)

Double Booked Hotels.com nightmare !!!!!

"I don't know why Hotels.com haven't contacted turned up at hotel to be told they had overbooked !! call you guys and told you would investigate. 4 days on still haven't heard anything I am meant to be a silver member dread to think how standard members feel. Will be amazed if you contact me !!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2021

Aldgate East

33-35 Commercial Road, London, England

3.8/5 Good! (217 reviews)

We all make mistakes

"Avoid staying here to garauntee yourself from making another one. No hot water one day, rooms drab and worn out. No soap but four bottles of conditioner in my bathroom? Very noisy outside. And to top it all off, this has to be one of the most grim ghetto parts of London, never again! Oh yeah and ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2014

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Dockside Hotel

55 Sutton Street, London, England

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3.7/5 Good! (51 reviews)

"Staff we're extremely helpful and accomadating with great customer service"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2021

Olive Níké Apartments

1-13 Adler Street, Tower Hamlets, London, England

3.6/5 Good! (244 reviews)

"Absolutely disgusting. Do not stay here. Rude and Unethical."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2020

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London Centre Apartments

Shoreditch High Street, London, England

3.6/5 Good! (167 reviews)

Nice enough

"Collection of keys was very straightforward. Although it was noted that there were various properties, would have helped to know in advance exactly where we were staying as we ended up quite far away from the tube station, which was difficult with kids. Property was modern and reasonably clean. Had ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2019

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SACO Tower Hill - Leman St

City Quarter, 99 Leman Street, London, England

3.4/5 Good! (9 reviews)

Great place to base a London holiday.

"We had a very enjoyable stay at this property. The hotel rep reached out a few days before our arrival to confirm arrival time and the on the afternoon of our arrival. He met us and showed us the apartment, including an introduction to the features of the apartment (appliances, security...) The apartment ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2017

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Altitude E1 Apartments

71 Allie Street, London, England

3.3/5 (3 reviews)

Apartment hadn't been cleaned.

"Apartment hadn't been cleaned nobody available to clean it, offered to move us at 1130pm to another apartment. Very poor."

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2019

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Andrew Superior Apartments

Sclater St, Tower Hamlets, London, England

3.2/5 (23 reviews)

"Excellent 3 bedroom apartment ice a clean just what we needed highly recommend"

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2020

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City Courtyard Apartments & Penthouse

253 Commercial Road, Cheltenham House, London, England

2.7/5 (297 reviews)

"A terrible experience. Advertised as a “ 5 star apartment “ .... filthy with broken beds , broken cupboards , no kitchen equipment , boiler broken so no hot water or heating , and a health hazard with a hole in the ceiling light with water dripping through on to your head in the toilet. Had to leave ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2020

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Fine Touch Apartments

3A Toynbee Street, London, England

2.5/5 (49 reviews)

Fine Touch Apts

"Ideal location apartment could do with a bit of modernisation but overall fine"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2020

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Tower of Hamlets Apartments

Cannon Street Road, London, England

1.8/5 (6 reviews)

Not what the pictures show...

"The guy was friendly, but it's really just an old building converted in a couple of apartments. When I arrived, I had to call the guy to make sure I had the right address."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2015

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