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 Museum Of Croydon 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 Croydon Airport Visitor Centre and jump on the metro at Wandle Park Tram Station to see more of the city.

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Selhurst

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

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Addiscombe

When in Addiscombe and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fairfields Halls or Museum Of Croydon 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 Centrale Shopping Centre or Museum Of Croydon and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Waddon Marsh Tram Station or Waddon Marsh Tram Station.

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$467 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$467
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,379 reviews)
"Had a single room, not available at most hotels. Small but perfectly formed with everything needed. Super staff. Limited restaurant menu, but extensive breakfast menu. Would happily stay again."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is NZ$188 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$188
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and climate control. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews)
"I’ve stayed in a few pod hotels, and this was by far the most modern; new but also cool. However the QR code system to get in everywhere is very annoying and at the end of the day it’s a hostel with the same flaws all hostels have (smelly, unclean, unloved). It was however only £70 for a night in ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$343 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$343
26 July - 27 July
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! (10,239 reviews)
"Booked a family room when we arrived sofa bed wasn't down or made for my 16 year old daughter. No air conditioning just one fan provided which was noisy and had a sleepless night. Staff on check-in and out were not helpful nor welcoming."

Reviewed on 1 July 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 attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (423 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

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 Exhibition Centre ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (812 reviews)
"Great place to stay, with the option of using the kitchen which has all the basics. Access close by to the DLR, Elizabeth and jubilee lines and Uber Boat. Lots of places to eat and drink all around, also large and small supermarkets close by. Only drawback is the lack of Aircon. Extremely hot dats ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,890 reviews)
"Beware room 004 on Mezanine floor as it has secondary glazing and faces the busy street. The old external window frame is broken and therefore cannot be closed, so the room is very noisy with passing pedestrians and 24 hour traffic. We complained to reception but could not be moved until day two ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
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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 acclaimed theatre scene 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$206
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
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$62
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
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
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

NZ$73
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Shrek's Adventure Tickets

Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets

NZ$56
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Westminster Abbey in London

Westminster Abbey Tickets

NZ$32
per child
86% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey Tickets
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Cities near Croydon

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London

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Bromley

A large brick manor surrounded by lush greenery and a winding road.

Westerham

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South Croydon

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