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Hotel Intercontinental The O2, London

1 Waterview Dr, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 0TW, United Kingdom (show on map)

The InterContinental London – The O2, which opened in 2016, is a striking landmark on the Greenwich Peninsula. Purpose-built as a luxury hotel and conference centre, it revitalized a former industrial site, turning it into a premier destination for business and leisure. Its architecture is notable for being designed to BREEAM “Excellent” sustainability standards, featuring an impressive green roof and a focus on energy efficiency.

A standout feature of the property is its massive, pillar-free ballroom, which is among the largest in Europe. Designed to handle major international events, the space is a feat of engineering, with trusses spanning over 40 meters to ensure an unobstructed view for thousands of guests. For more casual visitors, the 18th-floor Eighteen Sky Bar offers sweeping, panoramic views of the River Thames and the London skyline.

The hotel is physically linked to The O2 arena by a private walkway, making it an incredibly convenient base for concert-goers. Guests can also easily access the ICON Outlet shopping centre or take the Thames Clippers, which provide a scenic commute toward the heart of the city.

The local area is steeped in history, positioned right near the Greenwich Meridian line. Nearby, you’ll find the Royal Observatory, the National Maritime Museum, and the famous Cutty Sark ship. The hotel is also adjacent to “The Tide,” an elevated riverside linear park featuring public art installations that connect the surrounding creative district with the river.

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“For riverside luxury, try the InterContinental London – The O2, which opened in Greenwich in 2015.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Southeast London.

Telegraph review:

“The hotel couldn’t get much closer to The O2. The domineering white curves of the dome, and much of the Canary Wharf skyline, can be seen from the hotel – head to the Eighteen Bar on the top floor for the best views.”

Guest rating

4.7 out of 5.0

Ranked 10th in London


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What guests liked


Value for Money

92.8 %

Ranked 1st in London


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Location

Recent guest reviews

4.5
Claire

2 July 2026

Overall good stay but also very expensive

Covenient for o2

The lights in room

4.0
Zana

1 July 2026

Good location, lovely staff, frequesnt visitor

Great location, always stay here when visiting the O2

5.0
Heather

30 June 2026

Perfect for a night out at the O2.

The view of Docklands was incredible. Bed great, shower power and a cocktail on the 18th to round it off nicely.

It didn’t look far to walk the Thames path from Tower Bridge…. We laughed, we cried, we blistered. But we didn’t give in to the temptation of a ride. Made the comfort all the more welcoming when we arrived!

5.0
Marcus

29 June 2026

A comfortable and clean experience.

It was clean, spacious and delightful. Excellent access to the O2, staff were friendly and the room was comfortable, clean and the air conditioning was amazing during the heatwave.

Nothing to dislike.

4.5
Zofia

29 June 2026

Great location and stay - would definitely book again.

Lovely room with large glass window overlooking the river. Very comfortable beds and beautiful bedding. Good facilities in the room, easily controlled temperature. So convenient to the O2 and North Greenwich station.

4.5
Matthew

29 June 2026

Would highly recommend

Breakfast superb - staff super friendly and helpful - room very comfortable - spa and pool area excellent (bit crowded at weekend)

4.0
Sandra

29 June 2026

Clean, comfortable rooms in a great location.

Clean, comfortable room. Welcoming staff. Great location. 18th floor bar had great views of the city. Excellent breakfast.

Spa disappointing as jacuzzi did not work - no jets and cool. Broken windows awaiting repair. Not quite the luxury experience expected.

5.0
Olimpia

28 June 2026

Amazing, fantastic stay superseded our expectations! We really loved the upgrade

Fantastic stay! Every aspect of our stay was exceptional. The service, comfort, and attention to detail were second to none. It was, without question, the best hotel stay we've ever had. We can't wait to return.

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5.0
Shane

27 June 2026

It was my birthday and wanted my family of 6 to experience a top quality hotel we only stayed for 1 night wish I could o

All of it x

Nothing it’s my favourite hotel

5.0
Amanda

27 June 2026

Amazing hotel excellent facilities and interlinking with the 02 arena. Would definitely use again for concerts.

Easy access to the 02 arena via a short interlinking passage way. Clean and beautifully presented. Air conditioning which was a necessity in the recent heat waves. Amazing views of Canary Wharf from the room. Breakfast outstanding.

Not much else around except a lovely walk down the Thames. An hour to get from Euston Station to the hotel which via a taxi bumped the cost of the trip up.

4.5
Christina

25 June 2026

Really convenient and comfortable stay. Would love to stay again

Location is brilliant for attending an event at the arena.

Massive conference on while I was there and the delegates were everywhere.
Also building work meant that parking was unavailable.
GB News is not an option as a news channel - most popular news channel in the uk at the moment !!
Tv kept turning itself off but it was dealt with quickly and efficiently by reception - thank you

5.0
Peter

25 June 2026

Excellent value for money and service

Clean and Tidy

Closeness to O2

5.0
Nicola

25 June 2026

Overnight stay to see a concert at the O2

Very handy for O2 . It is a five star hotel at least and you are treated like royalty as soon as you step in the door

4.5
Rob

24 June 2026

we will be back to stay next time we visit the O2

parking, location, convenience, staff

cant think of anything

5.0
Amanda

24 June 2026

Highly recommend this place staff were so friendly

Everything this hotel is incredible

Nothing it was perfect

5.0
Carol

24 June 2026

Relax not rush

Professional friendly staff who welcome you as soon as you enter. Clean and smelling fresh hotel , so close to the o2 it has its own walkway to the venue so very safe at night.
We got an upgrade room to a studio apartment room. Apartment had all kitchen essentials available to use.
Sofa comfortable and the bed was very comfortable with fresh white linen bed covers.
Bathroom had a large shower and extra hair and body products to use.
Breakfast was room service and had loads on the the menu.

Maybe check that people have their hotel key card to use the private walk through to and from hotel to the o2 as there was alot of people using it to cut through at the end of the night.

4.5
Jack

24 June 2026

One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in tbh

I liked everything about the property tbh, very comfortable stay and the staff were wonderful.

Nothing fell short of my expectations tbh

4.5
Heaney

22 June 2026

Good, staff helpful. Next day upon checking l had not been replaced the £60 taken off for extras.

I'm short and partially disabled. Check in were great in getting me a room near lifts and a room with a lower bed. Didn't know how to get a hot drink. Would have preferred a kettle. Almost slipped off desk chair as slippery. Lovely lounge chair in corner but had i "laid" down would not have been able to get up.
Back from concert and coffee bar was shut!!! Too early.

5.0
Alicia

22 June 2026

Our stay was amazing, the room was lovely , clean and the hotel was beautig

It was elegant , clean , easy accessible and all the staff were so lovely and welcoming

Nothing to not like

5.0
Julie

22 June 2026

I wasn’t expecting to have such an outstanding stay at the InterContinental O2. Our room was spacious and overlooking th

Access to the O2 was brilliant.

Nothing!

4.5
Adrian

21 June 2026

Nice pillows shame about the deposit

The pillows who made the pillows

The deposit, quite pointless and disrespectful

4.5
Alice

21 June 2026

Excellent stay post O2 concert

Very comfortable sleep, great breakfast, lovely staff

4.5
Sandra

20 June 2026

Fantastic location, great hotel, my new favourite place to stay.

The location is fantastic, 5 minutes walk from the 02. There is an access link to get you to the 02 quicker within the hotel, which is very handy when you are running late.
The staff are very friendly and the rooms are spacious, well decorated and clean. The mattress is very soft however I had a great nights sleep. The bathroom has both a shower and a bath which is very unusual, much appreciated though.
The breakfast is great lots of choice both hot and cold, served buffet style. Use of the hotel spa facilities is incuded in your stay, treatments are extra.

The coffee and tea tray has all you need, however the biscuits are the smallest I have ever seen.

4.0
Sarah

19 June 2026

Very nice hotel, staff wonderful , breakfast fantastic

Lovely apartment, and straight through to the 02 , very helpful staff

Freezer in apartment all frozen with ice, making it partly unusable. Would of expected totally clean

5.0
Christine

18 June 2026

Very pleasant and lovely staff

The location was excellent for the 02 arena and everyone were very warm and friendly

Being a large hotel i found waiting for a lift a bit long

5.0
Gaillb

18 June 2026

Fantastic Stay, have booked again, ideal location for the O2 Arena.

We liked it all, room, staff, breakfast it was all lovely.

Not being able to book the parking at time of reservation - I have a disability care and the car park is first come first serve basis.

5.0
Tracey

18 June 2026

Comfortable and staff very attentive

Distance to 02
Lovely decor

Stains on carpets in bedroom. Mirrors smeared

4.0
Blake

17 June 2026

Amazing views, amazing rooms

Amazing room and amenities. One of the best I’ve seen in a while.

Sink was mostly blocked in my room, also they didn’t have my reservation on arrival but was sorted out eventually

5.0
Oliver

16 June 2026

Convenient area, great staff and amazing food.

Amazing staff, breakfast and overall Amazing experience and very convenient for the 02 and would definitely stay again.

Nothing.

4.5
Lynnmarie

16 June 2026

Exactly what to expect from an IHG hotel

Breakfast options were good

4.5
Michele

15 June 2026

Very comfortable room in the perfect location for our visit t London.

The room was comfortable & quiet, the bed was large & very comfortable.

The bar upstairs didn’t serve snacks and the staff were indifferent. The DJ music didn’t really fit. The layout wasn’t comfortable however the views were excellent.

5.0
Abbey

14 June 2026

We wish we stayed longer than one night

A superb welcome at the front desk and a very smooth check in. The room was very clean andwell appointed. we went to the restaurant and had great welcome and service there for the dinner and breakfast the following morning.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Kids' meals (additional charge)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Coffee house on site

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Designated smoking area

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Business centre (additional charge)
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Luggage storage
  • - ATM/cash machine on site
  • - Concierge service
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Sauna
  • - Fitness centre
  • - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
  • - Spa & wellness centre
  • - Massage (additional charge)
  • - Bowling (additional charge)
  • - Indoor pool
  • - Indoor pool (all year)
  • - Beauty services
  • - Spa facilities
  • - Steam room
  • - Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • - Fitness
  • - Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • - Temporary art galleries (additional charge)
  • - Stand-up comedy (additional charge)
  • - Movie nights (additional charge)
  • - Walking tours
  • - Live music/performance (additional charge)

Outdoors

  • - Terrace
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor furniture

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Parking

  • - Accessible parking

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Toilet with grab rails
  • - Lower bathroom sink
  • - Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and wellness

  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Swimming pool

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key access
  • - Key card access
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Access to health care professionals
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