ibis London Excel-Docklands

ibis London Excel-Docklands Overview

First Impressions

Walking into ibis London Excel-Docklands, you immediately get that “this is going to work” feeling. It’s one of those three-star hotels that doesn’t try to be something it’s not — instead, it just does everything really well. The lobby has that clean, modern ibis vibe, and honestly, the staff seem genuinely happy to see you. I mean, when you’re dealing with jet lag and dragging luggage around London, that kind of welcome actually matters more than you’d think.

Location That Actually Makes Sense

Here’s what I love about this spot — you’re right next to ExCeL London, which is brilliant if you’re here for an event, but even if you’re not, the transport links are fantastic. The DLR station is practically on your doorstep, and you can be in central London in about 20 minutes. What really surprised me though is how much couples seem to love staying here (they rate the location 9.0, which is pretty impressive). The Royal Victoria Dock area has this interesting mix of modern development and waterside views that feels distinctly different from typical London hotel districts.

The Room Experience

The room itself is classic ibis — compact but cleverly designed so nothing feels cramped. You know what I appreciate? The bed is actually comfortable, not just “hotel comfortable.” The bathroom is small but functional, and there’s decent storage space for your stuff. The soundproofing works well too, which matters when you’re this close to a major exhibition center. It’s not fancy, but everything works exactly as it should, and sometimes that’s exactly what you want after a long day exploring the city.

Breakfast and Practical Perks

The breakfast setup here is honestly better than I expected — they do a proper full English alongside continental options and it’s all buffet style, so you can actually get what you want. The restaurant area gets busy during ExCeL events, but the staff handle it well. One thing that sets this place apart is the private parking — if you’re driving in London (brave soul), having guaranteed parking at your hotel is worth its weight in gold. I’ve stayed at places charging twice as much that make you hunt for street parking.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

There’s something to be said for a hotel that has more repeat guests than most others in its category. After staying here, I get it — it’s reliable, the location works for both business and leisure travelers, and the value is solid. You’re not paying for marble lobbies or designer furniture, but you’re getting a genuinely good night’s sleep in a spot that connects you easily to the rest of London. For a three-star hotel, that 7.9 rating feels about right — it delivers on what it promises without any unpleasant surprises.

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Reviews of ibis London Excel-Docklands

• Redman (8/10)

  The hole staff team where amazing and went that extra mile to help me in anyway

• Julie from United Kingdom (9/10)

  So close to Excel. I have temporary mobility problem and this hotel couldn't be closer to tube and Excel. Will be booking again next year.

• Tracy from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The breakfast staff were absolutely fabulous

• Dani from United Kingdom (7/10)

  I booked this hotel due to the very close proximity to Excel. The hotel’s facilities are limited compared to others but it is clean and functional for a short stay. The staff were lovely and helpful.

• Alison from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Proximity to Excel
  Always clean, staff friendly and helpful
  You know what your going to get

• Sharon from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Excellent location for Excel

• Ian from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Perfect location for Excel.
  Got a room with a view.

• Caroline from United Kingdom (9/10)

  we came to horse show and we always stay with you ,close to venue ,clean nice hotel

• Angela from Australia (8/10)

  Great location for EXCEL event and good transport via tube and train

• Susan from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Reception service – very easy to get checked in.
  Good breakfast choices.

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