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 Boxpark Croydon or Fairfields Halls 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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Broad Green

When in Broad Green and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Museum Of Croydon 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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Selhurst

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

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Addiscombe

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

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is NZ$205 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$205
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"I love the idea of the pod Hotel and I wanted to give it a try. Things that I didn’t consider, I was traveling for a couple of weeks and I had a lot of Luggage which made a single space a bit too tight for me and all of my stuff. I would definitely reserve a double next time so I had more room to ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
The Langham, London

The Langham, London

5 out of 5
1C Portland Place London England
The price is NZ$1,215 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$1,215
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"The Langham epitomizes comfortable elegance. It feels like coming home when we visit London. Everything is perfectly correct, but also warm and welcoming. We will always return."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

The Langham, London
a&o London Docklands Riverside

a&o London Docklands Riverside

2 out of 5
265 Rotherhithe Street London England
The price is NZ$179 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$179
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"It’s great place to stay next to river. Amazing views. Only disadvantage is halal options are a bit far from the place."

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

a&o London Docklands Riverside
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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 ...
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (889 reviews)
"overall stay was good, location was also great"

Reviewed on 31 July 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 ...
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 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$183
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

NZ$208
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
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$70
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
London: The View from The Shard

London: The View from The Shard

NZ$56
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
London: The View from The Shard
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

NZ$98
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise

NZ$772
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
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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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