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ibis budget London Barking

7.4
Very Good
(1674 reviews)

Essex, Highbridge Rd, Barking IG11 7BA, United Kingdom

+44 20 3957 6070

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Hotel Description

ibis budget London Barking is an affordable and convenient hotel located in Essex, Highbridge Rd, Barking IG11 7BA, United Kingdom. Situated on the banks of the River Roding and adjacent to a bustling retail park, this unpretentious hotel offers guests a comfortable stay within close proximity to key attractions and transportation hubs. A short 14-minute walk from Barking tube station and just 4 miles from the ExCeL London exhibition center, guests enjoy easy access to the city’s top destinations. The hotel's design features a vibrant, modern aesthetic, with a colourful lounge area that creates a trendy atmosphere perfect for relaxation or socializing. The rooms are well-equipped with streamlined furnishings, offering flat-screen TVs and some even feature bunk beds, accommodating up to three guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, ensuring that guests stay connected during their visit. For those looking to enjoy a bite to eat, the hotel provides a breakfast buffet for an additional charge, and there is a restaurant on-site, one of the few in the area. While there is no fitness center or spa, the hotel’s convenient amenities include air-conditioned rooms in select areas, a front desk service, and accessible parking spaces. For those driving, parking is available, and electric vehicle chargers are provided for added convenience. Whether you're visiting for a short stay or planning a longer trip, ibis budget London Barking offers a perfect blend of affordability, comfort, and accessibility. With its close proximity to London’s major landmarks and vibrant dining options nearby, this hotel is ideal for both leisure and business travelers looking for a budget-friendly base in the heart of the city. Nearby, guests can explore popular attractions such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and Tate Modern, or enjoy a variety of restaurants, including Nali Restaurant, Nomie’s Kitchen, and Haweli Restaurant, all within a short taxi ride. Overall, ibis budget London Barking provides an inviting and convenient place to stay, with all the essentials you need for a relaxing, hassle-free visit to London.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located along the scenic River Roding

2. Only a 14-minute walk from Barking tube station

3. Air-conditioned rooms available in select areas

4. Affordable breakfast buffet and on-site restaurant

5. Proximity to ExCeL London exhibition center

6. Close to top London landmarks such as the Tower of London and Tower Bridge

7. Convenient access to various airports, including London City Airport and Heathrow

8. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

9. Parking and electric vehicle chargers available

10. Pet-friendly policy, allowing dogs and cats

11. Close to a variety of dining options with international cuisines

12. Modern and trendy lounge area with vibrant colors

13. Accessible for guests with disabilities, including accessible parking

14. Streamlined rooms with flat-screen TVs and some with bunk beds

15. Close proximity to public transport hubs for easy travel around London

5.6 Good

Location rating

Top sights

Tower of London
21 min
Tower Bridge
22 min
National Maritime Museum
34 min
St. Paul's Cathedral
31 min
Tate Modern
30 min

Nearest locations

De Roya Lounge Grill & Bar
4 min
Nali Restaurant/چێشتخانەی نالی‎
5 min
Nomie's Kitchen
5 min
De Lounge
5 min
Magic Doner London
5 min
Wood Oven
6 min
Haweli Restaurant
7 min
Vasantha Vilas Restaurant
9 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out12:00
Location rating5.6
Nearest airportLondon City Airport
Travel time to airport9 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Thu, Dec 05
Check-out: Fri, Dec 06
    Official Hotel

    $76

    Stayforless

    $73

    Vio.com

    $68

    Booking.com

    $76

    Hotels Ugogo

    $73

    PrimaStay

    $73

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Location

Essex, Highbridge Rd, Barking IG11 7BA, United Kingdom

Airports:

Heathrow Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 14 min

Transit: 1 hr 22 min

London City Airport

Taxi: 9 min

Transit: 26 min

London Luton Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 1 min

Transit: 1 hr 46 min

London Stansted Airport

Taxi: 35 min

Transit: 1 hr 51 min

London Gatwick Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 4 min

Transit: 1 hr 42 min

London Southend Airport

Taxi: 47 min

Transit: 1 hr 31 min

Transit:

Barking

Taxi: 7 min

Walking: 17 min

Woolwich

Taxi: 25 min

Walking: 1 hr 43 min

West Ham

Taxi: 13 min

Walking: 1 hr 17 min

Forest Gate

Taxi: 16 min

Walking: 1 hr 7 min

Ilford

Taxi: 6 min

Walking: 48 min

Nearby locations

5.6

Good Location

On the banks of the River Roding and adjacent to a retail park, this unpretentious budget hotel a 14-minute walk from Barking tube station and 4 miles from ExCeL London exhibition centre.

Top Attractions

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Amenities and Facilities

Pets

Pet-friendly

Dogs allowed

Cats allowed

Services

Front desk

Elevator

Housekeeping

Parking & transportation

Parking

EV charger

Accessibility

Accessible

Accessible parking

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Cash

Food & drink

Restaurant

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet

Vending machines

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Bathrooms

Shower

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in public areas

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

Air conditioning in some rooms

Reviews

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Alex Mackay

1/5
Room smelled like a sewer, with mould and warping on the floor by the shower in the bathroom. Staff ok but not exactly welcoming. Air con unit was loud and sounded like it was going to fall off the wall. Poor internal sound proofing - heard a lot of banging from the room above and some late night checked in guests laughing outside my room at midnight. No close public transport links (15-20 min walk to barking station). Room key works 1/3 times if you’re lucky. Shower either freezing cold or burning you. Plug sockets right in the corner on desk, none next to bed. No kettle in room. Checked out a night early and travelled 4 hours home rather than stay the final night, which is a first for me!If you’re walking there from the station you have to go down an alley which feels extremely unsafe after dark. Oh and it’s in Barking. For around £90 per night (mid week), awful value for money.

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Artist Grimm

4/5
Decent room, good for needing a bed, a place to sleep and a shower. Staff were polite but nothing to write home about, bed was comfortable but the pillows were a little worn down. A good budget stay for a weekend where you're away from the room a lot.

Room 4

Service 4

Location4

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Don White

4/5
The people here are phenomenal. And the breakfast is second to none. I am sure the location contributes to thereasonable price but seriously.....plant some trees in front and knock down the noise from the carriageway. Prepare for a good 20 minute walk through a very diverse neighborhood from the underground. Tesco next door is super convenient.

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Aisha Barrett

5/5
Staff were excellent accommodating my 3am check-in. The room and bathroom were tiny but clean, and the bed was very comfortable.It is on a busy dual carriage, but there is a Costa and Tesco superstore next door.My room was near the back, and I did not hear any noise my entire stay. The blackout blinds done their job, allowing my partner and I to sleep like babies.Parking is £8, we paid £30 extra for late check-out, which was until 5 pm!!

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Colin Breckons

2/5
The hotel meets the bare minimum a bed, a bathroom, and a TV – but that’s about it. No kettle, ironing equipment, or other basic amenities you’d expect for travelers. You might think, “fair enough, it’s budget accommodation,” but at £100-£164 per night, it feels a bit steep. There was also a slight smell coming from the bathroom that lingered throughout my two-night stay, and being next to a busy road made it quite noisy.A small bottle (500ml) of water is £2.50 so it’s best to take the 6 minute walk to Tesco’s next door and get 4 litres for £2.80. Don’t drink the tap water it doesn’t taste right 😐Breakfast is basic but decent enough, no complaints there.However, a major issue I encountered was with the room key cards. I couldn’t access my room and went to reception for a replacement card. They simply asked for my room number and reprogrammed the card. When I got back, it didn’t work, and I realised I had given them the wrong room number. Shockingly, I now had access to a neighbor’s room. I went back to inform the staff, but they didn’t seem bothered and reissued a card for the correct room without checking my ID or booking details. This is something management urgently needs to address for the safety and security of their guests. The card constantly has to be reactivated and if you put it anywhere near your phone it’ll be wiped.

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Matt Lake

4/5
For what it is, 4 star feels fair. It's all very very small and basic, but that's what they're aiming at. We arrived at 4pm, checked in, went straight out to the gig we had tickets for. Got back at 1 am. Comfortable bed, a good sleep. Nice shower in the morning and checked out. Didn't have breakfast as lots of places local.For us it was perfect. If I was spending a week in London exploring the sights I wouldn't pick it, but a 1 night crash pad, spot on

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André Wheeler

4/5
Generally good hotel given it's the cheapest I could find that weekend that was less than an hour from excel london by public transport, bathrooms were solid, breakfast was as mediocre as any budget hotel is, but tbf but it was still stuff I'd happily eat for the morning. Most of my complaints are relatively minor, I didn't like the hard mattress but that's personal preference, you could hear traffic passing by a night from my room which was distracting at times and the keycards were not great, they would be a nightmare to scan and get the door to open very often failing and taking sometimes over 5 minutes of attempts to get into my room, very annoying and honestly my biggest issue, you really feel the weight of having been on your feet all day and just wanting to rest and relax for a bit in your room when the last door refuses to open.I would reccommend it if you are on a budget and want to visit the area, but if you can justifiably stay somewhere a bit more expensive you get what you pay for.

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Seun Obisesan

5/5
Great location. The room is VERY clean and decent. It's kind of warm (the weather was warm generally) and a bit small. Although there's a cooling fan. But for that price, I can't complain too much

Room 4

Service 5

Location5

pJ

pp J

5/5
great aircon, large room and bathroom...well located...Mehwish and others at reception great and attentive. Nearby Tesco and bus stops...quite and comfortable. Booking and checkin were seamless. Much better value than premier inn anf travelodge. Just that small kettles in rooms could be provided..

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Titania Tosca

5/5
For a two star hotel it's quite suprising how nice it is. It was really clean and quiet despite being next to a busy road. The staff was really helpful too. We arrived a few hours before the regular check in time and got our rooms at once. It's a 10-15 minute walk from the Barking tube station which is more than I anticipated but quite doable. The tube takes you right into the center of the city so this hotel is an excellent choice for visiting London on a budget.