TRAVELODGE LONDON CITY AIRPORT, London

The hotel sits adjacent to the airport runway and is 3 km from Woolwich Ferry, with the ExCeL Exhibition Centre within a 20-minute foot walk. The DLR stations at Pontoon Dock and London City Airport are both about a 5-minute walk away, providing a 25-minute ride to Bank station. Bus routes including the 24-hour service to the O2 stop directly outside. The area includes Thames Barrier Park, mini-markets, and a few takeaways within walking distance. Parking is chargeable and managed by Horizon Parking; vehicles have been broken into, so secure items are advisable.

Standard rooms come with a king-size bed, four pillows, and a cosy duvet in a contemporary design. SuperRooms include blackout curtains, mood lighting, choice of firm or soft hypoallergenic pillows, a Hansgrohe Raindance 3jet adjustable shower, and a Lavazza A Modo Mio capsule coffee machine. The rooms lack air conditioning, making them very warm in summer; opening windows introduces noise from planes and the DLR. Some rooms have poor mobile signal and limited plug sockets. Room cleaning is every 3-6 days unless requested otherwise. The shower curtain design can lead to water on the bathroom floor. Beds are generally comfortable but some report the second bed in family rooms is less comfortable.

Breakfast is an unlimited buffet with a range of hot and cold options; children aged 15 and under eat for £1 per paying adult. The evening menu includes pizza, main meals, and a meal deal. Food quality is variable - some dishes are well-prepared while others are reported as dry or overcooked. Service can be slow due to understaffing, especially during busy periods. The bar offers world beers, wines, and alcohol-free drinks. For more variety, a few cafés and takeaways are within a short walk.

Wi-Fi is free for the first 30 minutes per 24-hour period; full-day access costs £3.50. There is no luggage storage facility. The on-site car park is operated by Horizon Parking and is payable on a first-come basis; motorcycles are charged the same rate as cars. The hotel has a lift and wheelchair access. Staff friendliness and helpfulness vary, with some reception and bar staff noted as excellent and others as rude or inattentive. The hotel's security has been a concern, with reports of vehicle break-ins and unauthorised room entries due to system errors.