Croydon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Croydon

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Fairfield

If you're spending time in Fairfield, check out sights like Fairfields Halls or Whitgift Shopping Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East Croydon Tram Station or East Croydon Tram Station.

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Waddon

While you're in Waddon, take in top sights like Former Croydon Airport Terminal and jump on the metro at Wandle Park Tram Station to see more of the city.

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Addiscombe

When in Addiscombe and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Whitgift Shopping Centre or Fairfields Halls and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Addiscombe Tram Station or Lebanon Road Tram Station.

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Open Photo by John Salmon

Broad Green

When in Broad Green and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Whitgift Shopping Centre or Selhurst Park Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Waddon Marsh Tram Station or Waddon Marsh Tram Station.

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Open Photo by Brad Walker

Selhurst

Though Selhurst may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Selhurst Park Stadium and Whitgift Shopping Centre.

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is NZ$234 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$234
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,979 reviews)
"beds and pillows were comfy, the rooms are quite dark, no windows, makes hard for staff to clean, a little bit dirty, showers, grout in the tile, tiles were loose etc... over, ok.. but needs maintenance for the floors... tiling asap..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$153 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$153
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and slippers. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (518 reviews)
"Cool place. Felt safe. Helpful staff and good facilities. Bit messy if you look closely but a really good cheap option for central london."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is NZ$290 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$290
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (10,695 reviews)
"Great stay, great location. Comfy bed and pillows. Hot showers and fan in room a plus"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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Westciti Caroco Aparthotel

Westciti Caroco Aparthotel

3.5 out of 5
35 Morland Avenue Croydon England
Stay at this aparthotel in Croydon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attraction ...
Westciti Caroco Aparthotel
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and Excel London are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (993 reviews)
"The area is great, the lounge and rooftop were a nice touch, staff were polite, everything was clean and in good condition. The only issue I had is the lack of free parking space and the station is a bit of a walk if you’re travelling with a lot of luggage or heavy bags."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (900 reviews)
"Everything was great the location the staff everything went well"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Rockwell East
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Stay near popular Croydon attractions

Selhurst Park Stadium

4.0/10 (3 reviews)
Catch an event at Selhurst Park Stadium during your trip to London. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Pub Lunch in Lacock

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub

NZ$153
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

NZ$58
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

NZ$226
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

NZ$39
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

NZ$57
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Skip-the-Line London Eye Experience Tickets

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

NZ$88
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
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Cities near Croydon

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London

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Bromley

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Westerham

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South Croydon

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