What is Waltham Forest like?

Waltham Forest is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out William Morris Gallery and Big Penny Social as part of your Waltham Forest travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Waltham Forest?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn is the highest ranked property in Waltham Forest. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other top choices in the neighborhood include The Royal Oak and Holiday Inn Express London Chingford by IHG .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Waltham Forest area?

Expedia has 270 hotels and other accommodations in Waltham Forest to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater London area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waltham Forest, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Waltham Forest.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Waltham Forest?

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What can I see and do in this London neighborhood?

Larkswood Leisure Centre, Sylvestrian Leisure Centre, and Walthamstow Leisure Centre are family favorites to check out in Waltham Forest. As you're discovering the neighborhood, William Morris Gallery and Big Penny Social are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Waltham Forest include Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Wadham Lodge Sports Ground, and Walthamstow Trades Hall. While you're out sightseeing, Vestry House Museum and Signature Brew - Blackhorse Road are a couple of additional sights to visit in London.

How can I get around Waltham Forest and the greater London area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Walthamstow Central Station, Walthamstow Queen's Road Overground Station, or Blackhorse Road Underground Station. If you'd like to get out and explore some more sights, hop on a train to explore the nearby area. London Highams Park Station is the closet train station, but Wood Street Station and Lea Bridge Station are also close by.

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A neatly made bed with white linens and folded towels, a dark blue tufted headboard, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

1. The Royal Oak

Waltham Forest

Daniel

SAR 491 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

2. Holiday Inn Express London Chingford by IHG

Waltham Forest

Ronnie Malcom

SAR 321 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a view of the city through large windows.

3. The Lion & Key Hotel

Waltham Forest

Hazel

SAR 380 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a skylight, floral wallpaper, and a bed with patterned bedding.

4. The Red Lion

Waltham Forest

Liana

SAR 407 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a checkered floor, and a view into a room with a washing machine.

Waltham Forest

SAR 1,405 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

10.6 km from Waltham Forest

Kevin

SAR 808 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, multiple balconies, and a rooftop terrace.

18. Clayton Hotel London Wall

10.3 km from Waltham Forest

Vincent

SAR 905 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A view of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben from a room with a reflective surface.

19. Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Waterloo, 12.8 km from Waltham Forest

Benjamin

SAR 1,056 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view at night.

20. Pullman London St Pancras

10.9 km from Waltham Forest

SAMANTHA

SAR 850 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Royal Oak	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 318 reviews	View
The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 119 reviews	View
The Lion & Key Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 915 reviews	View
The Red Lion	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 43 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express London Chingford by IHG	3.0 star property	8.0 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

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London City Centre

Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in London City Centre. Hop around the city on the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning river views, and acclaimed art galleries.

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Covent Garden

Discover a lively district with the Royal Opera House, street performances, and shopping at Apple Market. Explore historical sites like Theatre Royal Drury Lane and dine at renowned international restaurants.

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City of Westminster

Home to iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey, this bustling borough offers world-class shopping on Oxford Street and Regent Street, as well as vibrant nightlife in Soho. With 27 Underground stations, it's well-connected and walkable for residents and visitors alike.

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Soho

Travelers to Soho praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Oxford Street and Soho Theatre.

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Mayfair

Mayfair is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Sotheby’s. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station.

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Top Waltham Forest Hotel Reviews

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

8/10 Good

"The location and view of the Bridge is what keeps us coming back. We were dissappointed the Front Desk Staff did not mention the construction when we checked in. We saw the posting in the elevator going to our room. It was not ideal to be faced with the sounds of construction starting at 9am throughout the whole day. Hd we known we wold have explained out situation and maybe been able to relocte to a quieter room."

Royal National Hotel

8/10 Good

"I stayed at The Royal National Hotel for one night on Wednesday 7 October. For the price I paid (£120 for the room, although breakfast was an additional £30 (what?!), bringing the total to £150), I can’t really complain. The room was a double overlooking the forecourt. Surprisingly, noise was minimal, although I can imagine it gets considerably noisier at weekends. The en-suite was perfectly adequate, too. My only gripes were the rather weak shower pressure and the fact that the water never quite reached a temperature I would have liked. What really let the stay down, however, was the breakfast offering. The whole operation could best be described as school dinners. Guests have to queue to be seated, with staff chaperoning people around the breakfast room. In all honesty, I’ve never experienced anything quite like it in a hotel. The room itself was noisy, and there was yet another queue for the breakfast buffet. I found the whole experience rather off-putting, so I decided not to bother with breakfast and instead stave off the hunger until lunchtime. Overall, I’d describe my stay as very Travelodge-esque. For the price, you can’t complain too much, but I would certainly have preferred the more relaxed ambience of a Premier Inn! Just don’t pay the extra THRITY QUID for breakfast and instead spend that money in a more relaxing cafe nearby."

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

8/10 Good

"Great shower! Beauty rooms were a bust. Overall, noisier--maybe they were herding elephants above us? But also some rumbles were surely the subway beneath-- than we had hoped, and dimmer--too dimly lit-- in common spaces. The room was sufficient, except only bring your closest confidants, the bathroom has ZERO privacy! The beds were comfortable. Price was right for us, if you don't mind the chaos of Picadilly Circus, you can spend your savings on £5 cans of Coke..."

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1. The Royal Oak

2. Holiday Inn Express London Chingford by IHG

3. The Lion & Key Hotel

4. The Red Lion

5. London Comfy Doubles

6. The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn

7. Old Ridgeway Hotel

8. The Commongate Hotel

9. Fully-equipped Flat in the City of London

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11. Luxury Versace 1 Bed, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Sky Tv

12. Luxury Versace 2 Bed, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Sky Tv

13. One Hundred Shoreditch

14. Strand Palace Hotel

15. The Chamberlain Hotel

16. The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

17. Apex City of London Hotel

18. Clayton Hotel London Wall

19. Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

20. Pullman London St Pancras

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Where to stay in Waltham Forest

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Top Waltham Forest Hotel Reviews

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

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