Best Hotels Near The O2 Arena London
Our expert guide compares the best hotels near The O2 Arena London, focusing on concert stays, event nights, North Greenwich Station, Greenwich access, river views, family-friendly options, value hotels, and practical short stays where being close to the venue matters most.
Whether you are visiting for a major concert, arena event, show, family trip, or a short London stay with easy Jubilee line access, this guide helps you compare the strongest hotel choices near The O2 Arena faster.
Quick Guide
Is The O2 Arena a Good Area to Stay in London?
The O2 Arena area is a good place to stay in London if your main reason for visiting is a concert, arena event, show, North Greenwich, Greenwich, Canary Wharf, or a short stay where easy event access matters more than classic Central London sightseeing.
Choose this area if you want to avoid long late-night travel after a concert or event, especially if you prefer staying close to North Greenwich Station, the Jubilee line, river transport, Greenwich attractions, or Canary Wharf business districts.
The key point: The O2 Arena area is not the best base for a traditional first-time London trip, but it is one of the most practical areas to stay for concerts, event nights, Greenwich visits, river-view hotels and short stays in East London.
Best Overall Hotel Near The O2 Arena
Best for: concert stays, event nights, North Greenwich access, river views, short stays and practical convenience
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InterContinental London – The O2
Best Hotel Near The O2 Arena for Concerts
Best for: concerts, late finishes, arena events, short walks, practical comfort and easy post-event stays
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Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2
Best Hotel Near North Greenwich Station
Best for: Jubilee line access, event nights, Central London connections, Canary Wharf and practical transport
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Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG
Best River-View Hotel Near The O2 Arena
Best for: Thames views, Canary Wharf access, polished stays, special occasions, concerts and East London trips
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Novotel London Canary Wharf
Best Family Hotel Near The O2 Arena
Best for: families, short event stays, simple rooms, breakfast convenience, Greenwich visits and transport links
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DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich
Best Value Hotel Near The O2 Arena
Best for: lower prices, practical stays, simple rooms, concert trips, Greenwich access and short event nights
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ibis London Greenwich
Top Picks: Best Hotels Near The O2 Arena London
Hand-picked hotels near The O2 Arena London, chosen for concert stays, event-night convenience, North Greenwich access, Jubilee line connections, Greenwich visits, river views, family-friendly stays and practical short trips.
InterContinental London – The O2
Best for: concerts, event nights, North Greenwich, river views, polished stays and short walks to The O2
InterContinental London – The O2 is the strongest overall choice if you want to stay as close as possible to The O2 Arena with a more polished hotel experience, river views, event-night convenience and easy access to North Greenwich.
Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2
Best for: concerts, arena events, late finishes, modern style, short stays and practical O2 access
Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2 is a strong option for concert and event stays if you want a modern hotel near The O2 area with practical access for arena nights and short London trips.
Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG
Best for: Jubilee line access, simple stays, breakfast convenience, Greenwich visits and practical transport
Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG is a practical choice if you want a straightforward hotel near The O2 area with easy transport links, simple rooms and useful access to Greenwich and North Greenwich.
Novotel London Canary Wharf
Best for: river views, Canary Wharf, polished stays, East London trips, couples and special occasions
Novotel London Canary Wharf is a good alternative if you want a more polished East London stay with skyline or river-view appeal, while still keeping reasonable access to The O2 via nearby transport links.
DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich
Best for: families, Greenwich visits, short event stays, practical comfort and quieter surroundings
DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich is worth comparing if you want a family-friendly Greenwich base with practical comfort, easier access to local attractions and a calmer stay than being directly beside the arena.
ibis London Greenwich
Best for: lower prices, simple rooms, Greenwich access, short stays and value-focused event trips
ibis London Greenwich is a useful value-focused option if you want a simple hotel near the Greenwich side of The O2 area without paying for a more polished riverfront or arena-adjacent stay.
Explore O2 Arena Hotels by Travel Style
Use these guides to compare hotels near The O2 Arena by stay style — from concert hotels and North Greenwich access to river-view stays, Greenwich hotels, family-friendly options and value-focused short stays near the arena.
Best Overall Hotels Near The O2 Arena
Best for: concert stays, event nights, North Greenwich access, river views, short walks and practical convenience.
Top picks: InterContinental London – The O2, Novotel London Canary Wharf, DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich
Best Hotels Near The O2 Arena for Concerts
Best for: concerts, arena events, late finishes, practical comfort, short stays and easy post-event planning.
Top picks: InterContinental London – The O2, Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2, Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG
Best Hotels Near North Greenwich Station
Best for: Jubilee line access, North Greenwich, Canary Wharf, Central London connections and practical transport.
Top picks: InterContinental London – The O2, Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG, Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2
Best River-View Hotels Near The O2 Arena
Best for: Thames views, skyline views, polished stays, couples, special occasions and East London trips.
Top picks: InterContinental London – The O2, Novotel London Canary Wharf, DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich
Best Family Hotels Near The O2 Arena
Best for: families, Greenwich visits, simple transport, breakfast convenience, short event stays and calmer surroundings.
Top picks: DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich, Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG, ibis London Greenwich
Best Value Hotels Near The O2 Arena
Best for: lower prices, simple rooms, practical stays, Greenwich access, concert trips and short event nights.
Top picks: ibis London Greenwich, Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG, Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2
Featured Hotels Near The O2 Arena
A closer look at the best hotels near The O2 Arena London, with more detail on concert convenience, North Greenwich access, Greenwich and Canary Wharf alternatives, room count, hotel class, value, family usefulness and why each hotel works well for event-focused stays.
InterContinental London – The O2
Best for: concerts, event nights, North Greenwich, river views, polished stays and short walks to The O2
InterContinental London – The O2 is the strongest overall hotel near The O2 Arena if you want maximum event-night convenience with a more polished hotel experience. It works especially well for concerts, arena events, river-view stays, special occasions and short trips where being close to The O2 matters most.
BEST PART
The strongest combination of location, hotel quality, room count, review volume and event-night convenience near The O2
KEEP IN MIND
It is usually the premium choice in this area, so compare prices carefully around major concerts and event dates
Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2
Best for: concerts, arena events, late finishes, modern style, short stays and practical O2 access
Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2 is a useful option to compare for concert-focused stays, especially if you want a modern hotel in the wider O2 and Greenwich area. Its scores are weaker than the strongest hotels on this page, so it is best treated as a style-led and event-focused alternative rather than the safest overall choice.
BEST PART
Modern styling and a clear concert-stay angle for visitors focused on The O2 area
KEEP IN MIND
The review and location scores are lower than the main top choices, so check recent reviews and exact transport plans before booking
Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG
Best for: Jubilee line access, simple stays, breakfast convenience, Greenwich visits and practical transport
Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG is a practical choice if you want a straightforward hotel near The O2 area with simple rooms, useful transport access and a more budget-conscious setup than the premium riverside options.
BEST PART
Good practical value for travelers who want Greenwich access, simple comfort and easier event planning
KEEP IN MIND
Choose it for convenience and price-to-location balance rather than luxury facilities or river-view atmosphere
Novotel London Canary Wharf
Best for: river views, Canary Wharf, polished stays, East London trips, couples and special occasions
Novotel London Canary Wharf is one of the strongest alternatives if you do not need to stay directly beside The O2. It works well for travelers who want a polished East London hotel, Canary Wharf convenience, skyline or river-view appeal and reasonable access to The O2 by local transport.
BEST PART
Strong review score, good location score and a more polished Canary Wharf setting than many simple event hotels
KEEP IN MIND
It is not directly beside The O2, so check your route carefully if you are returning late after a concert
DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich
Best for: families, Greenwich visits, short event stays, practical comfort and quieter surroundings
DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich is a strong choice if you want a calmer Greenwich base rather than staying directly next to the arena. It works well for families, short breaks, Greenwich sightseeing and visitors who want practical comfort with access to The O2 area.
BEST PART
A useful balance of review score, Greenwich location, family practicality and quieter surroundings
KEEP IN MIND
It is better for a Greenwich-based stay than for the shortest possible walk to The O2
ibis London Greenwich
Best for: lower prices, simple rooms, Greenwich access, short stays and value-focused event trips
ibis London Greenwich is a useful value-focused hotel if you want a simple Greenwich stay with good location appeal and lower pricing than more polished O2 or Canary Wharf options. It works best for short trips, concert nights, simple rooms and travelers who want to keep costs controlled.
BEST PART
Good value logic with a strong location score for Greenwich-based stays near The O2 area
KEEP IN MIND
Choose it for price, simplicity and location rather than premium comfort or extensive hotel facilities
More Hotels Near The O2 Arena to Consider
These additional hotels are worth comparing if the main O2 Arena hotels are expensive or fully booked on your concert or event dates. They work best as nearby alternatives in Greenwich, Canary Wharf or Docklands rather than as the strongest direct O2 Arena hotel choices.
Tribe London Canary Wharf
Best for: Canary Wharf access, modern design, East London stays, transport links and O2 Arena alternatives
Tribe London Canary Wharf is worth comparing if you want a modern Canary Wharf hotel with easier access to East London, business districts and transport links toward The O2 Arena. It is better for travelers who are happy to stay outside North Greenwich rather than directly beside the arena.
Aloft London Excel
Best for: ExCeL London, Docklands, event trips, airport access, modern rooms and East London stays
Aloft London Excel can work as a wider East London alternative if hotels near The O2 Arena are expensive or unavailable. It is better for Docklands, ExCeL London and airport-linked trips than for the shortest possible access to The O2.
Staycity Aparthotels London Greenwich High Road
Best for: apartment-style stays, families, longer visits, Greenwich access and practical East London trips
Staycity Aparthotels London Greenwich High Road is useful if you prefer apartment-style accommodation near Greenwich rather than a traditional hotel. It can work for families or longer stays, but check transport to The O2 carefully before booking.
O2 Arena Hotel Booking Tips
Choosing a hotel near The O2 Arena is mostly about concert convenience, North Greenwich access, late-night transport, river or Greenwich location, and whether you want to stay beside the venue or in a nearby area such as Greenwich, Canary Wharf or Docklands.
Book early for major concerts and arena events
Hotels near The O2 Arena can become much more expensive around major concerts, shows and event nights. If your date is fixed, book early and compare cancellation policies before choosing.
Check your route to North Greenwich Station
North Greenwich Station is the key transport point for The O2 Arena. If your hotel is not directly beside the venue, check how easily you can reach North Greenwich before and after the event.
Decide between The O2, Greenwich and Canary Wharf
Stay beside The O2 if event convenience is your top priority. Choose Greenwich if you want a calmer area with local attractions. Choose Canary Wharf if you prefer a more polished business-district hotel with skyline, river-view appeal and stronger hotel choice.
Families should prioritize simple transport and easy returns
For family concert or event stays, the best hotel is usually the one that makes the evening easiest. Focus on room setup, breakfast, transport, walking routes and how simple it will be to return after the event.
Compare prices across nearby areas
The closest hotel to The O2 is not always the best-value option. Compare North Greenwich, Greenwich, Canary Wharf and Docklands hotels, especially if prices rise sharply on your event date.
Think about post-event crowds
After large concerts and shows, transport around The O2 can be busy. Staying very close to the venue can make the night easier, but a well-connected Greenwich or Canary Wharf hotel can also work if the route is clear.
Quick tip:
Choose a hotel near The O2 Arena if your main reason for visiting London is a concert, show, arena event, Greenwich visit or short East London stay. Choose Central London instead if sightseeing, theatres, museums and classic tourist areas are your main priority.
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Find quick answers to common questions about choosing the best hotels near The O2 Arena London, including whether The O2 area is a good place to stay, who it suits best, and how to compare concert hotels, North Greenwich access, river-view stays, Greenwich hotels and value-focused options.
FAQs About the Best Hotels Near The O2 Arena London
What are the best hotels near The O2 Arena London?
The best hotels near The O2 Arena London include InterContinental London – The O2, Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2, Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG, Novotel London Canary Wharf, DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich and ibis London Greenwich. These hotels work well for concerts, events, Greenwich stays, Canary Wharf access and short East London trips.
Is The O2 Arena a good area to stay in London?
The O2 Arena area is a good place to stay if your main reason for visiting London is a concert, show, arena event, North Greenwich, Greenwich or Canary Wharf. It is not the best base for classic first-time sightseeing because many major London attractions are in Central London.
What is the best hotel near The O2 Arena for concerts?
InterContinental London – The O2 is the strongest overall hotel near The O2 Arena for concerts because it offers the closest event-night convenience, a polished hotel experience and strong access to North Greenwich. Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2 is also worth comparing if you want a modern concert-focused alternative.
What is the best hotel near North Greenwich Station?
InterContinental London – The O2 is the strongest hotel close to North Greenwich and The O2 area overall. Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG is a more practical, value-focused option to compare if you want simple rooms and useful access to Greenwich and North Greenwich.
Are there cheap hotels near The O2 Arena?
Yes. ibis London Greenwich and Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG are useful options to compare if you want a more value-focused stay near The O2 area. Prices can still rise around major concerts and events, so book early if your dates are fixed.
Should I stay near The O2 Arena or in Central London?
Stay near The O2 Arena if your trip is mainly for a concert, show, arena event, Greenwich visit or East London stay. Choose Central London instead if your main priorities are sightseeing, theatres, museums, restaurants and walking around classic London neighbourhoods.
Which hotels near The O2 Arena are best for families?
DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich, Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG and ibis London Greenwich are good hotels to compare for family stays near The O2 area. Families should prioritize simple transport, room setup, breakfast convenience and easy returns after events.
Is Canary Wharf a good alternative to staying near The O2 Arena?
Yes. Canary Wharf can be a good alternative if you want a more polished hotel area, stronger business-district facilities, skyline or river-view appeal and access to The O2 by local transport. Novotel London Canary Wharf and Tribe London Canary Wharf are useful options to compare.
Final Verdict: Best Hotels Near The O2 Arena London
The best hotels near The O2 Arena London are mainly for travelers who want concert convenience, event-night access, North Greenwich transport, Greenwich stays, river-view hotels and practical short trips in East London. This area is not the strongest base for classic Central London sightseeing, but it is one of the most useful places to stay if your trip is built around The O2, Greenwich or Canary Wharf.
For the best overall stay, InterContinental London – The O2 is the strongest choice. For a modern concert-focused alternative, Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2 is worth comparing, although its scores are lower than the strongest hotels on this page. For practical value and transport access, Holiday Inn Express London – Greenwich by IHG works well. If you want a polished Canary Wharf alternative with strong scores, Novotel London Canary Wharf is one of the best options to compare.
Choose a hotel near The O2 Arena if your trip is mainly about a concert, show, arena event, Greenwich visit, Canary Wharf stay or short East London trip. Choose Central London instead if your main priorities are sightseeing, theatres, museums, restaurants and walking between London’s classic neighbourhoods.