Looking for the best hotels near The O2 Arena in London? Staying close to this popular venue can make your trip much easier, especially if you are visiting for a concert, show, or major event. This area also provides easy access to the River Thames, Greenwich, and quick links to central London.
You'll find a range of modern hotels, budget options, and comfortable rooms suitable for short breaks or overnight stays. Whether you prefer to stay just a short walk from the arena or nearby with straightforward transport links, there are many good options available.
Keep reading to discover the best hotels near The O2 Arena to suit your plans and budget.
Disclaimer: Breakfast, cancellation, and payment terms vary by rate, so check details at checkout. All distances shown are approximate walking distances.
Going to a show? Use our three best picks for The O2 area: premium, mid-range, and budget. Tap to compare prices for your dates before booking.
Premium ( ££££ )
Best for: Luxury stays right beside The O2.
Why: Spacious rooms and the easiest arena access, with luxury comfort and river views.
Mid-range ( £££ )
Best for: Stylish stays close to The O2.
Why: Modern design and a handy base.
Budget ( ££ )
Best for: Value stays close to The O2 arena.
Why: Good rates and easy arena access, plus handy transport links nearby.
The O2 Arena And Hotel Stays | Walkable stays in LondonTo keep this list genuinely useful (and O2-friendly), the hotels below all offer easy transport links to the arena, rather than a quick walk. They’re ideal if you want more choice, better rates, or a smoother stay before events.
Price guide: £ Budget | ££ Mid range | £££ Premium | ££££ Luxury
✨ Trusted pick: Polished Canary Wharf stay with waterside calm and quick city links.
👌 Best for: Business trips, O2 nights, and travellers wanting comfort with easy Docklands transport.
🏨 Style: Smart upscale waterside hotel with roomy modern rooms and a calm polished feel.
London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf sits by West India Quay with spacious rooms and suites, plus a steakhouse, lounge, gym, and sauna. It feels calmer than many central stays, while still keeping East London and the O2 within easy reach.
🚆 Transport: West India Quay DLR Station ~0.05 mi / 0.08 km • Canary Wharf Station ~0.15 mi / 0.24 km.
📍 Nearby: Museum of London Docklands • The O2.
🔷 Quick perks: Waterside setting • Very easy DLR and Tube links • Spacious rooms for London.
✨ Trusted pick: Riverside luxury stay beside The O2 with easy Jubilee line links.
👌 Best for: O2 event nights, roomy stays, skyline views, and quick Jubilee line trips across London.
🏨 Style: Riverside luxury hotel with spacious modern rooms, skyline views, and direct covered O2 access.
This is a polished Greenwich Peninsula base with roomy rooms, spa time, and wide Thames or Canary Wharf views. The direct walkway into The O2 and the short link to North Greenwich make arrivals and show nights feel very easy.
🚆 Transport: North Greenwich Station ~0.25 mi / 0.4 km • North Greenwich Pier ~0.25 mi / 0.4 km.
📍 Nearby: The O2 • Cutty Sark.
🔷 Quick perks: Direct covered O2 access • Spacious rooms with river views • Spa, pool, and sky bar.
✨ Trusted pick: Stylish Greenwich stay near The O2 with easy Jubilee line links.
👌 Best for: O2 nights, stylish stays, and easy Jubilee line trips across London.
🏨 Style: Bold modern hotel with playful design, comfy rooms, and a handy Greenwich base.
Radisson RED keeps things bright and easy, with individually styled rooms, rain showers, and a more fun feel than a usual chain stay. You are close to The O2, and North Greenwich makes central London trips simple.
🚆 Transport: North Greenwich Station ~0.9 mi / 1.4 km • IFS Cloud Cable Car ~0.5 mi / 0.8 km.
📍 Nearby: The O2 • Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park.
🔷 Quick perks: Fun art led feel • Handy for O2 nights • Rain showers and comfy beds.
✨ Trusted pick: Stylish Canary Wharf stay with easy Tube links and smart modern rooms.
👌 Best for: Canary Wharf stays, quick city links, and travellers who want a fresh design feel.
🏨 Style: Bold modern hotel with compact design led rooms and relaxed social spaces.
TRIBE keeps things fresh, simple, and well placed for London trips. Rooms are compact but smart, and the Social Hub gives it a more lively feel than a standard city hotel.
🚆 Transport: Canary Wharf Underground Station ~0.2 mi / 0.3 km • Canary Wharf Elizabeth line ~0.4 mi / 0.6 km.
📍 Nearby: Crossrail Place Roof Garden • London Museum Docklands.
🔷 Quick perks: Smart design led rooms • Easy Jubilee and Elizabeth line links • Social Hub with terrace and bar.
✨ Trusted pick: Skyline Canary Wharf stay with rooftop views and easy Jubilee line links.
👌 Best for: Canary Wharf stays, quieter nights, and travellers who want strong links without central bustle.
🏨 Style: Tall modern hotel with sleek rooms, skyline views, and a polished Canary Wharf feel.
Novotel feels polished but easy, with sleek rooms, a pool, and standout skyline views from Bōkan above. The short walk to Canary Wharf keeps getting around simple, while the Docklands setting feels calmer at night.
🚆 Transport: Canary Wharf Underground Station ~0.2 mi / 0.4 km • Heron Quays DLR ~0.2 mi / 0.3 km.
📍 Nearby: London Museum Docklands • Crossrail Place Roof Garden.
🔷 Quick perks: Rooftop Bōkan views • Indoor pool and gym • Easy Tube and DLR links.
✨ Trusted pick: Polished Canary Wharf stay with easy transport and roomy comfortable rooms.
👌 Best for: Docklands stays, O2 nights, easy city links, and travellers who want more room.
🏨 Style: Modern full service hotel with spacious rooms and a calm polished Docklands feel.
Hilton gives you more space than many London stays, with a quieter base that still feels well connected. South Quay DLR and Canary Wharf Underground are both a short walk, so getting around is very easy.
🚆 Transport: South Quay DLR ~0.2 mi / 0.3 km • Canary Wharf Underground Station ~0.3 mi / 0.5 km.
📍 Nearby: London Museum Docklands • Crossrail Place Roof Garden.
🔷 Quick perks: Bigger rooms than average • Easy Jubilee and DLR links • Calm Docklands setting.
✨ Trusted pick: Easy East London stay opposite Canning Town Station with smooth city links.
👌 Best for: ExCeL trips, O2 nights, and travellers who want easy Tube and DLR links.
🏨 Style: Smart budget hotel with modern rooms and a lively easy going feel.
ibis keeps things simple, fresh, and very handy for getting around East London. The station is right opposite, so ExCeL, The O2, Canary Wharf, and central London all feel easy.
🚆 Transport: Canning Town Underground Station ~0.1 mi / 0.2 km • Canning Town DLR ~0.1 mi / 0.2 km.
📍 Nearby: ExCeL London • The O2.
🔷 Quick perks: Right by Tube and DLR • Easy for ExCeL and O2 • Lively bar and café.
If your trip is focused more on exhibitions and events in the Royal Docks, see our guide to hotels near ExCeL London for the most convenient nearby stays.
✨ Trusted pick: Easy Greenwich stay near The O2 with simple Jubilee line links.
👌 Best for: O2 nights, budget London trips, and travellers who want easy East London links.
🏨 Style: Simple modern hotel with cosy rooms and a practical Greenwich Peninsula base.
Holiday Inn Express keeps things clean, easy, and good value, with cosy rooms, free breakfast, and a handy spot for The O2. It suits short London stays where transport matters more than hotel extras.
🚆 Transport: North Greenwich Underground Station ~0.7 mi / 1.2 km • North Greenwich Pier ~0.3 mi / 0.5 km.
📍 Nearby: The O2 • National Maritime Museum
🔷 Quick perks: Free breakfast included • Fast free WiFi • Handy O2 base
Staying close to The O2 Arena means being near North Greenwich station (Jubilee line), which is the most convenient stop for the arena and just a short walk away.
This makes it an ideal base for concerts and events, offering quick Jubilee line connections to central London and Canary Wharf. Hotels near The O2 are perfect for travellers seeking an easy, stress-free journey back after a show.
If you are still comparing neighbourhoods, our guide to where to stay in London explains the best areas for sightseeing, nightlife, transport links, and first-time visits.
Popular London areas: South Bank | Mayfair | Covent Garden | Soho | Paddington | Marylebone | Westminster
Hotels near major stations: Paddington Station | Kings Cross & St. Pancras | Victoria Station | London Bridge Station | Liverpool Street Station
Hotels near famous sights: London Eye | Tower Bridge | Buckingham Palace | Hyde Park | British Museum | Natural History Museum
Hotels for events and special trips: Wimbledon Stadium | ExCeL London | Wembley Stadium | O2 Arena | Winter Wonderland
More ways to stay in London: Luxury Hotels | Marriott Hotels | Christmas Hotels
If you’re attending a concert or event, staying near The O2 keeps things straightforward — no late-night travel across London. Hotels around North Greenwich and Canary Wharf are popular choices, but you’ll also find options better suited for groups, longer stays, or travellers who prefer a “flat-style” setup.
Staying near The O2 is ideal for concerts and events, and you’re also close to modern London attractions and easy transport into the centre.
Is it worth it to stay near the O2 Arena in London?
Definitely an excellent place to stay for concerts and events, with quick transport links and easy access to the Jubilee line, river services, and Greenwich and Canary Wharf nearby.
If you are comparing London event venues, our guide to hotels near Wembley Stadium London is a useful next stop for concert and match-night stay options.
What are the closest hotels to The O2?What are the nearest hotels to The O2?
The two most convenient hotels near the arena are InterContinental London The O2 and Radisson RED London Greenwich The O2.
If I want quieter nights, where should I stay?
A hotel near Canary Wharf or Greenwich is usually less busy in the evenings than The O2, so choose a hotel there.
What if the best hotels are already booked?
You can still find excellent deals and availability in Canary Wharf, Canning Town, and Greenwich if you use the map in this guide.
That’s it! These are the most walkable hotels near o2 Arena. Jump on the live map, check prices for your dates, then pick your priority: the closest walk, the best value, or a stay that feels like a treat.