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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Royal Oak	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 305 reviews	View
The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 107 reviews	View
The Lion & Key Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 901 reviews	View
The Red Lion	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 39 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express London Chingford by IHG	3.0 star property	8.0 Very Good 1,004 reviews	View

Where to stay in Waltham Forest

Find the best Waltham Forest areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Canary Wharf

Crossrail Place Roof Garden and Billingsgate Market are top sights in Canary Wharf, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

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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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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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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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West End

Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries.

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Top Waltham Forest Hotel Reviews

Strand Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was helpful and it was easy to check in/out. I was able to leave my bags prior to check in & also after check out seamlessly. The rooms were clean and I had everything I needed. The biggest issue I had were with the elevators — there was one out of service for a day and it often took a while for the elevators to come after calling them, so I often used the stairs (it was not bad from the third floor)."

Bedford Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel is very centrally located. It doesn’t have many amenities. Visited during the summer heat wave of 2026, and it was extremely hot. The property doesn’t have air conditioning, and the best they can do is provide fans. It was a good place to sleep, but it didn’t offer much more than that. It was a good deal."

Frequently asked questions

What is Waltham Forest like?

Waltham Forest is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out Larkswood Leisure Centre and Leyton Leisure Centre 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 267 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, Leyton Leisure Centre and Lee Valley Ice Centre 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 William Morris Gallery. While you're out sightseeing, Walthamstow Trades Hall and Vestry House Museum 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 Blackhorse Road Station are also close by.

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1. Holiday Inn Express London Chingford by IHG

2. The Royal Oak

3. The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn

4. The Lion & Key Hotel

5. The Red Lion

6. Fully-equipped Flat in the City of London

7. Old Ridgeway Hotel

8. The Commongate Hotel

9. Dodi Apartments

10. London Comfy Doubles

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

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

13. The Chelsea Harbour Hotel & Spa London

14. Stamford Bridge Hotel London

15. ibis London Earls Court

16. Luna Simone Hotel

17. Georgian House Hotel

18. Park Plaza London Riverbank

19. Twenty Nevern Square Hotel

20. Best Western Buckingham Palace Rd

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Where to stay in Waltham Forest

Canary Wharf

London City Centre

City of Westminster

Covent Garden

West End

Top Waltham Forest Hotel Reviews

Strand Palace Hotel

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