The Pilot

3.5 star property
Inn with free parking, a quick walk to O2 Arena

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine, alfresco dining
Cabin (Captain) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Cabin (Captain) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Front of property

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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68 River Way, London, England, SE10 0BE
  • O2 Arena
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • ExCeL Exhibition Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tower of London
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Cabin (Captain)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Greenwich within a short stroll of O2 Arena, The Pilot is within a 10-minute drive London Stadium. This 10-room, 3.5-star inn has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • O2 Arena - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • ExCeL Exhibition Centre - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • London Stadium - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Tower of London - 11 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 15 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • London Maze Hill Station - 3 min drive
  • North Greenwich Underground Station - 13 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nero Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪American Express Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪O2 Lounge - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Pilot

Inn with free parking, a quick walk to O2 Arena
The Pilot features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. This smoke-free inn also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Espresso makers and desks are also standard.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pilot Inn

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of the posted check-in hours should contact the hotel in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person

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 and cash
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 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Pilot Inn London
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Pilot Hotel London
The Pilot London, England
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Pilot?

The Pilot offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Pilot?

This inn is situated in Greenwich within a short 10-minute walk of O2 Arena and also 16 minutes on foot from Thames River. You'll also find ExCeL Exhibition Centre and ABBA Arena within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Pilot?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Pilot have a casino?

No, The Pilot doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Pilot?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Pilot good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this inn include premium bedding, slippers, and an espresso maker.

Does The Pilot have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Pilot feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Pilot serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Pilot Inn.

Will The Pilot allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Pilot though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Pilot?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Pilot?

The closest major airport to The Pilot is London City Airport (LCY), which is 5.3 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is around 19.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Pilot?

No, at The Pilot, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Pilot Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 475 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pritesh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Pilot Inn is a unique blend of an historic building decorated in an imaginative modern way set amidst designer high-rise blocks. It also has the advantage of facing onto an attractive park leading to the O2 with all its amenities. Another bonus is the free car park and quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 staff we’re lovely, rooms were clean and better than expected. Perfect hotel if you’re going to the o2. Couldn’t recommend enough
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bangin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
We stayed here as close to the O2. Only a 5 minute walk. Excellent location Very nice food, service and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIAM

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good accommodation, bed was so comfortable. Easy walk to O2, they say 10 mins, i think more like 5mins. I would certainly stay again. Breakfast was excellent and bar had great fuellers beer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Finbarr

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely time at The Pilot - someday for the O2. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

O

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal solo traveller stay

Clean, beautifully presented and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing choice for those going to the O2

I would very rarely rate hotels 10 out of 10 but this was so close that I couldn't not give it full marks. The room was brilliant and the mattress and pillows in particular were the best I've had in ages. Breakfast was also good and the pub was an amazing bonus to have underneath. By the time I went to bed the pub was really quiet so I had no noise issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this pub. Lively but not too noisy, with a lovely freshly-cooked breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended for a visit to the O2 - 5 minute walk to venue and free parking. Lovely room, and a unique reminder of the historic Greenwich in the middle of a sea of new-build development
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a gem!

What a gem of a find, we will definitely be back. Simply a lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carmine, Duxford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very interesting. Clean. Very small for the price, not great service, staff seemed overwhelmed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay 100% satisfaction

Really lovely stay, shame it was only the one night. Lovely room, friendly staff and the pub had a really nice vibe. Parking outside the property was a real positive. The area around the property is really good to explore and we would like to return fo4 another trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and view. Very clean and spacious, some of the staff could have been friendlier but overall excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a trip to the 02. Loved the decor, staff friendly and breakfast choice was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily one of the best hotels I've stayed in when staying away for something. Staff were friendly and polite, parking was so easy and included in the price which saved us paying for the O2 car park. Breakfast was sooooo good. For all future shows we'll be trying to book in here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Celeste, Waterlooville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Do not stay here if you want a good nights sleep. I was kept awake by a lot of banging and scraping of furniture across the floor in the bar until gone midnight. In the morning at 6.30am I was woken by a lot of banging and clanging from a delivery to the pub. Breakfast was minimal - a few pastries and two choices of cereal. No fruit or yoghurt. The choice of cooked breakfast was ok. The room was not cheap at £218 and that was after an Expedia discount!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024