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Aloft London Excel

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Indoor pool
Fitness facility
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1 Eastern Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London, England, E16 1FR
  • Place, ExCeL Exhibition Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Barrier Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Victoria Bridge
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪97 min drive‬

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  • 333 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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aloft, Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Urban, Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
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  • 333 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Docklands, Aloft London Excel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from O2 Arena and within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like London Stadium. This 252-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to the convention center in central London, and a short drive from ExCeL Exhibition Centre and ABBA Arena.

What's nearby

  • ExCeL Exhibition Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Thames Barrier Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal Victoria Bridge - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • IFS Cloud Royal Docks Station - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Thames River - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Prince Regent Station - 3 min walk
  • West Ham Station - 6 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sandwich & Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chicken Hut - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Aloft London Excel

Guests staying at Aloft London Excel enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Self parking is available for GBP 20 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center.
42-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Relax with a rainfall shower. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 8.75 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Docksider Restaurant
  • WXYZ

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (26 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 8 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Camp Aloft mattresses can be provided for children 12 years and under. Extra beds are not available in the hotel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 8.75 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 20 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Aloft ExCeL
Aloft ExCeL Hotel
Aloft ExCeL Hotel London
Aloft ExCeL London
Aloft London
Aloft London ExCeL
ExCeL Aloft London
ExCeL London Aloft
London Aloft
London ExCeL Aloft
Aloft London Excel England
Aloft London Excel Hotel London
Aloft London Excel Hotel
Aloft London Excel England

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Aloft London Excel?

Aloft London Excel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Aloft London Excel?

This hotel is situated in Docklands, just steps from ExCeL Exhibition Centre. You'll also find O2 Arena and London Stadium within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Aloft London Excel?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 20 per day. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Aloft London Excel include a casino on the premises?

No, Aloft London Excel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Aloft London Excel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Aloft London Excel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Aloft London Excel?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Aloft London Excel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Aloft London Excel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Docksider Restaurant.

Does Aloft London Excel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Aloft London Excel and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Does Aloft London Excel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Aloft London Excel?

The closest major airport to Aloft London Excel is London City Airport (LCY), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is around 21 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Aloft London Excel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Aloft London Excel.

Aloft London Excel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 616 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check In was a little soulless considering we were staying over Christmas. All rooms should be checked if everything is working before placing guests. Amenties in the room could be better, very basic. That being said the gym and pool area was nice it has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Remy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very convenient to Excel. The Breakfast very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is lovey. The rooms are very well thought out. The staff are amazing, cant do enough for you, especially in the restaurant. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff on the front desk, room super clean and modern. Food in the rest of a high standard. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shoaib

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Musaad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There is a spot and room was not well cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, lovely beds, spotlessly clean, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility & the staff we all vey pleasant. I would book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franco

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo fue excelente
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Som

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location for east entrance of Excel. Nice area around excel too for walks & runs and the hotel has a good bar and restaurant it decent choice and good food. Breakfast could be more diverse but overall ok. Rooms were nice and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room size, great value. Well kept, good staff, great parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very limited breakfast not very hot cold everywhere in hotel including my room had to get a heater no maintenance available to fix the problem rooms very standard got stuck in lift and noisy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, friendly and helpful staff. But find it difficult to be positive when my car was stolen from outside the entrance (which by the way you pay for the privilege of parking there).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danish

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel and if there is no event in excel its very decent priced
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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