Hackney Wick Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

River Lea. 
In the background you can see the London Stadium, the main stadium for the 2012 olympics. It is now the home ground for West Ham United and British Athletics.
Architect: Philip Johnson.
Date: 2012.
To the left is the ArcelorMittal Orbit, an observation tower which is said to be the largest piece of public art in Britain.
Designed by Anish Kapoor and Cecil Balmond. 
Date: 2012.
In 2016 a tunnel slide was added to the tower, designed by Carsten Höller, it is said to be the longest slide in the world. There is also the option to abseil down the tower.
Nearest station: Stratford International.
River Lea. 
In the background you can see the London Stadium, the main stadium for the 2012 olympics. It is now the home ground for West Ham United and British Athletics.
Architect: Philip Johnson.
Date: 2012.
To the left is the ArcelorMittal Orbit, an observation tower which is said to be the largest piece of public art in Britain.
Designed by Anish Kapoor and Cecil Balmond. 
Date: 2012.
In 2016 a tunnel slide was added to the tower, designed by Carsten Höller, it is said to be the longest slide in the world. There is also the option to abseil down the tower.
Nearest station: Stratford International.
The London Aquatics Centre is located at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, in London, United Kingdom, a sporting complex built for the 2012 Summer Olympics; Shutterstock ID 447618997; Purchase Order: -
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Our pick of the best Hackney Wick Hotel Deals

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is NZ$313 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$313
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (4,950 reviews)
Small room but clean and very serviceable. Staff very pleasant. Gym a decent size and well equipped. Add in a great location and very much worth it. One small gripe was elevators were a bit slow (many rooms, few elevators) but overall a great stay.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is NZ$281 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$281
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,404 reviews)
This hotel is in a great location right by Tower Bridge and nearby to Tower Hill tube station for getting around London. Lots of restaurants, cafes and bars nearby and the hotel bar and restaurant is also really good. We had a nice room overlooking Canary Wharf and the river. Room was clean and bed ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The Drey

The Drey

2 out of 5
1 Barkston Gardens London England
The price is NZ$207 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$207
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hyde Park and Marble Arch are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
Clean updated rooms. Fabulous bed and hot shower. Staff very attentive. Elizabeth in particular. Location super cute. Tucked away but within 10 minute walk of locals. Woke to birds chirping and singing in courtyard. Live like a local. Local grocery 3 min walk. Starbucks just as close. Even a Burger ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Drey
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is NZ$235 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$235
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,059 reviews)
Very clean room and hotel . Breakfast was lovely and staff all seemed helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Royal National Hotel
Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street London England
The price is NZ$415 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$415
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,860 reviews)
The staff was incredible, we will definitely be back!

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Royal Garden Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is NZ$204 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$204
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (5,555 reviews)
Our room was not held for us. We got a different room than what we booked for. The rooms where not clean. Floors not swept and the wood around the beds was dirty with stains. No body wash provided.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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Other neighbourhoods around Hackney Wick

London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family

Shoreditch

5/5(10 area reviews)

Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

Shoreditch
Canary Wharf showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(17 area reviews)

Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Billingsgate Market. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.

Canary Wharf
The City of London showing heritage architecture, a city and modern architecture

The City of London

4.5/5(80 area reviews)

The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.

The City of London
Kings Cross St. Pancras which includes heritage architecture and interior views as well as a small group of people

Kings Cross St. Pancras

Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.

Kings Cross St. Pancras
London showing boating, a river or creek and a city

Waterloo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
London which includes markets, heritage elements and signage

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden


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