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4- and 5-star hotels in Croydon
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Croydon, from town-centre towers to a South Croydon guesthouse. It is for travellers who want a rated, higher-class base in South London, whether for a London short break or a Gatwick stopover.
Staying in Croydon
Croydon is a town in South London and part of Greater London for administrative purposes. The centre holds the highest concentration of hotels, shops and restaurants, with easy access to East Croydon station. Croydon Minster, the Museum of Croydon and the Fairfield Halls are notable landmarks, and the town has several parks and green spaces. It works as a year-round base for exploring London. Hampton by Hilton London Croydon on Dingwall Road, Croydon Park on Altyre Road and Budget Croydon High Street Studios on Croydon High Street are in the town centre; Hilton London Croydon on Waddon Way, Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel on Dunheved Road South and London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday on Purley Way lie just outside it; The Dukes Head Hotel on The Green in Manor Road and South Croydon Lovely room London on Brookscroft are in residential South Croydon. Couples, families and business travellers all have options here, and short-break visitors can pick by distance to the centre.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
South Croydon Lovely room London
61 Brookscroft South Croydon, Croydon, United Kingdom
Best for: Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA five-star address on Brookscroft in South Croydon, 5.2 km from the centre, with a garden and free wifi for guests. Rooms come with a microwave, refrigerator and toaster, and towels and toiletries are provided, so self-catering is easy. Non-smoking rooms, a fan and a TV are standard. It suits travellers who want a quiet, self-contained base away from the middle of Croydon rather than a full-service hotel.
See South Croydon Lovely room LondonThe Dukes Head Hotel
The Green 6 Manor Road, Croydon, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereGuests rate this 4-star hotel 4.4 out of 5 across 1157 reviews, and it sits 4.0 km from Croydon centre on The Green in Manor Road. A restaurant and bar are on site, free car parking is available, and pets are allowed. Rooms are non-smoking with a hairdryer, TV and toiletries, and family rooms plus wheelchair access are offered. Good for drivers and guests travelling with animals.
See The Dukes Head HotelHilton London Croydon
101 Waddon Way, Croydon, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Hilton London Croydon on Waddon Way is a 4-star hotel 2.2 km from the centre, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 1883 reviews. A fitness centre, sauna and spa give guests somewhere to unwind, and there is a restaurant and bar plus room service. Air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk and parking add convenience. It fits guests who want full leisure and dining facilities within easy reach of central Croydon.
See Hilton London CroydonHampton by Hilton London Croydon
29 30 Dingwall Road, Croydon, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Business trips
- Lounge
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAt 0.3 km from Croydon centre on Dingwall Road, this 4-star Hampton by Hilton is the closest of the group to the middle of town. Guests score it 4.0 out of 5 over 1666 reviews. Air-conditioned rooms, a 24-hour front desk, free wifi and a business centre cover both short breaks and working stays, and family rooms are available. A practical choice for anyone who wants to be on foot in central Croydon.
See Hampton by Hilton London CroydonBest Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel
2 Dunheved Road South, Croydon, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 4-star aparthotel on Dunheved Road South, 1.9 km from the centre, is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 445 reviews. Each unit has a kitchen or kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator, so guests can cater for themselves, and free wifi and air conditioning come as standard. A 24-hour front desk, concierge and express check-in help with arrivals. Well suited to longer stays and guests who prefer independence.
See Best Western Plus London Croydon AparthotelLondon Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday
Purley Way 680, Croydon, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSet on Purley Way 2.4 km from Croydon centre, this 4-star hotel is rated 3.9 out of 5 by 1348 guests. A restaurant and bar, room service and breakfast including in-room breakfast make eating simple, and the garden and terrace offer outdoor space. Parking, free wifi and a 24-hour front desk are provided. It works for guests who want full hotel services on the Purley Way side of town.
See London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by SundayCroydon Park
7 Altyre Road, Croydon, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Car parking
- Gymnasium
Why stay hereCroydon Park on Altyre Road is a 4-star hotel just 0.5 km from the centre, rated 3.7 out of 5 from 1716 reviews. A swimming pool, gymnasium and kids pool are the main draws, with a restaurant and bar on site and parking available. It suits families and guests who want leisure facilities close to central Croydon.
See Croydon ParkBudget Croydon High Street Studios
79 81 Croydon High Street Croydongreater London Cr0 1Qe, Croydon, United Kingdom
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThese studios sit on Croydon High Street, 0.5 km from the centre, in a 4-star property with free wifi and internet access. The listing offers little beyond that, so there is no information on room features, dining or parking. It may suit travellers who simply want a central Croydon base and are content with connectivity as the main facility.
See Budget Croydon High Street Studios
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Croydon Lovely room London | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | Yes | 5.2 km |
| The Dukes Head Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,157 | Yes | – | – | 4.0 km |
| Hilton London Croydon | ★★★★ | 4.1 | 1,883 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.2 km |
| Hampton by Hilton London Croydon | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 1,666 | – | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 445 | Yes | – | – | 1.9 km |
| London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday | ★★★★ | 3.9 | 1,348 | Yes | Yes | – | 2.4 km |
| Croydon Park | ★★★★ | 3.7 | 1,716 | Yes | – | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Budget Croydon High Street Studios | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | – | 0.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Hilton London Croydon, Hampton by Hilton London Croydon, Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel and London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday all list family rooms. The Hilton adds a pool-side sauna and spa, Croydon Park nearby has a gymnasium and swimming pool with a kids pool, and the aparthotel provides kitchen and kitchenette facilities for simple meals.
Hilton London Croydon · Hampton by Hilton London Croydon · Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel · London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday
For the closest to the centre
Hampton by Hilton London Croydon is 0.3 km from the centre, while Croydon Park and Budget Croydon High Street Studios are both 0.5 km away.
Hampton by Hilton London Croydon · Croydon Park · Budget Croydon High Street Studios
For parking and pets
The Dukes Head Hotel lists free car parking and pets allowed, so it is the pick if you arrive by car with a dog. Hilton London Croydon, Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel and London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday also list parking, giving drivers several bases outside the tightest streets of the centre.
The Dukes Head Hotel · Hilton London Croydon · Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel · London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday
For the top-rated pick
The Dukes Head Hotel carries a guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 1157 reviews, the highest on this list. Hilton London Croydon follows at 4.1 from 1883 reviews, and brings air conditioning, fitness centre, sauna and spa for travellers who want the fullest set of leisure facilities.
Where to stay in Croydon
South Croydon
South Croydon is a more residential area with a village feel, offering quieter streets and independent shops, yet still close to the town centre. South Croydon Lovely room London on Brookscroft and The Dukes Head Hotel on The Green in Manor Road sit here, 5.2 km and 4.0 km from the centre, which suits travellers who prefer a calm base.
Our picks here: South Croydon Lovely room London
Purley Way
Purley Way is named in the address of London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday, 2.4 km from the centre. The hotel lists a garden, terrace and golf course, and its name recalls the aerodrome heritage of this part of Croydon, south of the town centre along the A23 corridor.
Our picks here: London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Croydon is well-served by public transport. East Croydon station is a major railway hub with frequent trains to London Victoria, London Bridge and Gatwick Airport. The town is also connected by Tramlink, which provides services across the borough, and several bus routes link Croydon with other parts of South London and Surrey. By road, the A23 and A232 pass through the area, and the M25 motorway is accessible to the south. For international travel, Gatwick Airport is about 20 minutes by train from East Croydon, while Heathrow Airport is accessible via train and tube. Getting around Croydon is easy on foot in the town centre, and public transport covers most areas.
When to go
The best time to visit Croydon is during the spring and summer months, from May to September, when the weather is generally mild and outdoor events are more common. Croydon is a year-round destination with indoor attractions and a busy shopping calendar, including the Christmas lights and markets in December. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, so visitors should be prepared for occasional showers regardless of the season.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Croydon town centre?
Hampton by Hilton London Croydon on Dingwall Road is 0.3 km from the centre, the shortest distance on this list. Croydon Park on Altyre Road and Budget Croydon High Street Studios on Croydon High Street are both 0.5 km away.
Which Croydon hotels have parking?
The Dukes Head Hotel lists free car parking, and Hilton London Croydon, Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel and London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday also list parking. That covers drivers arriving via the A23, A232 or the M25 to the south.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
The Dukes Head Hotel is the one hotel on this list that lists pets allowed. It also has free car parking and a garden, which makes it practical if you are travelling with a dog.
Which Croydon hotel has a pool or spa?
Hilton London Croydon lists a sauna and spa. Croydon Park lists a swimming pool and a kids pool, along with a gymnasium. No other hotel on this shortlist names a pool or spa in its facilities.
Which hotels in Croydon are good for families?
Hilton London Croydon, Hampton by Hilton London Croydon, Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel and London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday all list family rooms. The aparthotel adds kitchen and kitchenette facilities, and Croydon Park has a kids pool.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating in Croydon?
The Dukes Head Hotel scores 4.4 out of 5 from 1157 reviews, the top rating on this list. Hilton London Croydon is next at 4.1 from 1883 reviews, followed by Hampton by Hilton London Croydon and Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel at 4.0.
Which Croydon hotel is best for a Gatwick stopover?
East Croydon station has frequent trains to Gatwick Airport, about 20 minutes away. Hampton by Hilton London Croydon, 0.3 km from the centre, and Croydon Park, 0.5 km away, keep you within walking distance of the station for an early flight.
Do these Croydon hotels serve breakfast?
Hilton London Croydon and London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday list breakfast and breakfast in room. Best Western Plus London Croydon Aparthotel instead provides kitchen and kitchenette facilities with a microwave and refrigerator, and Hampton by Hilton London Croydon has a bar and snack café. The Dukes Head Hotel lists a restaurant.