- Pets allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
About this property
Located in London's Dockland area, this hotel boasts direct access to the Excel International Exhibition and Convention Centre. Offering sleek, stylish rooms with free WiFi, it also has a gym, pool and lively bar. Featuring a 42-inch flat-screen TV and a signature bed, each spacious room at Aloft London ExCel also enjoys modern styling. Rooms all have a bathroom with a large shower, whilst the Suites have a separate living area. Dogs can be accommodated, and the property can provide dog beds. Both Canary Wharf and the O2 Arena are 10 minutes away via the DLR and Tube, with Prince Regent DLR Station 100 metres from Aloft. The new Elizabeth Line is only a 10 minutes walk and the London City Airport is less than a mile away. Docksider restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner serving seasonal food, along with Docksider Delivers available every day from 5.30pm. Sweet and savoury snacks are available 24 hours at re:fuel by Aloft and the vibrant WXYZ bar offers a range of signature cocktails.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Parking on site
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- 2 restaurants
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar

Sustainability
- Green Key (FEE)
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Amy
Jersey
“Convenient location for where we were going, very clean, very very nice room and bathroom, managed to check us in a little bit early. beds were very comfortable.” - Antonio
United Kingdom
“Good parking, good family room, breakfast was good.” - Jasmine
United Kingdom
“The location was good, the hotel was nice, and the staff friendly room was ok size for a short stay. We didn't get a chance to try the pool out because I had forgotten my swimming wear. Breakfast was really nice and I think it was good for the...” - Lisa
United Kingdom
“room was fantastic - place was spotless. Alex in the restaurant was also fantastic - professional and most friendly of all the staff we encountered.” - Danielle
United Kingdom
“Very clean, smelled nice, good staff, incredible location for the excel! The facilities were nice and the rooms were great. The bed was comfortable, the blinds were fantastic and even got provided a fan when I requested. Very nice stay.” - Malathy
Australia
“The closest to excel building, could come back to the room during tea breaks. Clean, spacious. Breakfast was gd.” - Stephen
United Kingdom
“Enjoyed all of our stay, from reception, to the room, to the resteraunt. Bar was pricy but its London so expected” - Beryl
United Kingdom
“I love the pool and gym for myself and grandson..the bed was great” - Hels
United Kingdom
“Staff were excellent - helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. Room was modern and very comfortable - slept very well. There is a DLR station right outside to get you into the city.” - Kate
United Kingdom
“Very comfortable bed and room with good A/C. Nice facilities and good for getting into London. Great to have a good pool, gym, bar and restaurant on site.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Docksider Restaurant
- CuisineLocal • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
- W XYZ Bar
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern
Facilities of Aloft London Excel
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Parking on site
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- 2 restaurants
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Terrace
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
PetsPets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
- Billiards
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £20 per day.
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Minimarket on site
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Indoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness classes
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Languages spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
The credit card used at time of booking must be valid for the entire stay. Please present the credit card used to make your reservation upon check-in at the hotel. Please note that in the event that you cannot produce the same credit card, the hotel reserves the right to ask for an alternative method of payment.
Credit/Debit Card Policy:
Debit and Credit cards will be authorised at check-in for the amount of your stay, plus an amount to cover incidentals. The authorisation will hold the funds until check out, at which time the amount actually incurred during the stay will be charged. Authorised amounts may take up to 30 days after departure to be released by your bank or financial institution and the hotel will not be responsible for any resulting fees or charges.
Payment Policy:
Third Party Credit Card: Third party credit card forms are not accepted. Bank transfers and CHAPS payments are accepted. Please note that the hotel does not accept third party bookings paid by credit card: contact the hotel directly for information regarding bank transfers.
Cheque: Banker cheques are not accepted. Traveller’s cheques are not accepted for payment or exchange. Guest must show valid passport for the transaction.
Direct Bill: Direct billing is only available after approval of the credit manager. The company to be invoiced must fax an invoice request to the hotel and include the specific charges to be invoiced.
Dogs weighing less than 40 pounds (18.14 kilograms) are allowed in guest rooms at no extra charge. Guide dogs are not subject to weight limits. A pet liability waiver must be signed upon arrival. A “pet in room” sign must be displayed on a guest room’s door. Dogs cannot be left alone in a guest room, must be leashed or muzzled in public areas, and are not allowed in food and drink venues. The hotel reserves the right to charge a guest’s credit card for additional cleaning and excessive damage caused by a dog.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Aloft London Excel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A damage deposit of £25 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.