Ilford

Travel Guide

Photo by Marcin Siwy
Photo by Marcin Siwy
Photo by Sanober Asif
Photo by Benjamin Willard
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Where to stay in Ilford

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Valentines

While Valentines might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like ExCeL Exhibition Centre and Aspers Casino.

Valentines
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Clementswood

While visiting Clementswood, you might make a stop by sights like Redbridge Museum and Cineworld London - Ilford.

Clementswood
During the 18th century there was a tradition, that on the first Friday in July, a large number of East Enders would travel to Fairlop to eat a meal of bacon and beans beneath as well as partake in general celebrations beneath an ancient oak tree. By the 1750s it was estimated that over 100,000 people could be expected to attend. The original oak blew down in 1820 and the celebration declined, perhaps as a result of licensing laws. The New Fairlop Oak was planted in 1951 and sits in the middle of Fullwell Cross roundabout. The building behind is the Fullwell Cross library.
Nearest station: Fairlop.

Hainault

When in Hainault and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Hainault Forest Country Park or Fairlop Waters Country Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Grange Hill Underground Station or Hainault Underground Station.

Hainault
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Newbury Park

Travelers enjoy Newbury Park for its restaurants, and if you want to see some more of the area, you can jump on the metro at Newbury Park Station.

Newbury Park

Seven Kings

Seven Kings is well-liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Fairlop Waters Country Park and Victoria Road Stadium are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Seven Kings
Goodmayes Park. Goodmayes Park is in two distinct halves to the north of Mayesbrook Road it is ornamental and to the south it is given over to sports fields. This picture was taken from the south west corner of the ornamental park.

Goodmayes

Goodmayes is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ilford area, you might plan a trip to Fairlop Waters Country Park or Victoria Road Stadium.

Goodmayes
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is AED 926 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
AED 926
AED 1,112 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,576 reviews)
"Great location but always felt busy and crowded. Elevators took a long time."

Reviewed on 19 June 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is AED 577 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
AED 577
AED 692 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,445 reviews)
"Lovely bar area over tower bridge. Good choice of breakfast, good value hotel. Nice views from room, however could do with a little update and modernisation. Would recommend staying."

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is AED 490 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
AED 490
AED 588 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,847 reviews)
"This was my second time staying at the Zedwell and I love the convenient location and the fact the rooms are super clean. It is my safe retreat to return to after a fun filled busy day in the city."

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
3 out of 5
Ilford
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ilford. Enjoy free WiFi and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ...
Remarkable 1-bed Studio Apartment in Redbridge
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (250 reviews)
"Room was good, clean and perfectly adequate for 1 night stay."

Reviewed on 18 June 2025

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
4.5 out of 5
34 Long Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (523 reviews)
"Great apartment. Great location. Easy check in and Check out"

Reviewed on 15 June 2025

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ilford

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
6
5 - Excellent 22%
4 - Good
12
4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
7
3 - Okay 26%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 4%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Driving is not that bad roads are easy to navigate

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Good place good location for tubs

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Ilford seemed a pleasant enough London suburb.

4/5 - Good

Kailenna

Ilford is not a super glamorous part of London area. It can also be a little intimidating, so use the buddy system. I only have good experiences from Ilford, but sometimes it was sketchy. And like the rest of London, it’s not super clean.

5/5 - Excellent

Sally

Loved the Barkingside High Street, and the Fairlop Oak Pub, shopping in Romford was good, they have quite a few shops and a good size mall. If you want a traditional English Sunday dinner, make sure you go to Toby Carvery in Romford.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Have a lots of restaurants and shopping centers around good transportation