Hotels near O2 Arena

The O2 is a multi-purpose indoor arena hosting some of the biggest names in comedy, music, entertainment and sport. Surrounding the arena itself is an entertainment complex with a plethora of restaurants, bars and pubs as well as a cinema, bowling alley and a roof walk experience.

The O2 opened in its current form in 2007; the arena was built under the former Millennium Dome. Construction started in 2003 and was completed in 2007. The original dome structure still stands over the arena and ‘the dome’ remains a common name for the venue despite its ongoing sponsorship by the telecommunications company O2. 

Although overall capacity changes from event to event, the maximum number of people the arena can hold is 20,000. This makes the O2 one of the largest indoor seated entertainment venues in the UK. It is consistently one of the busiest music venues in the world.

No, the arena itself is an indoor only venue with all events taking place under a roof.

Yes, the O2 Arena is both air conditioned and heated.

The O2 priority lounge is a private lounge giving you access to a priority area of the arena not open to the wider public. It contains bars and restaurants where you can purchase food and drink.

Priority tickets for the O2 are exclusive and only available to O2 customers. The easiest way of obtaining priority tickets is to download the free app or text PRIORITY to 2020. From there, you can get priority tickets up to 48 hours before they go on general sale.

The O2 has hosted some incredible names from the worlds of music, comedy and sport and plenty of them have sold out the arena entirely. Some notable show sell-outs include: 

• The Rolling Stones
• The Spice Girls
• Beyonce
• Gary Barlow
• Lewis Capaldi 
• Rihanna 

The O2 Arena is easy to get to on the tube. North Greenwich tube station on the Jubilee Line is the closest, just 20 minutes from Central London and is right on the doorstep of the O2. You can also access the arena by bus; the 108, 129, 132, 161, 188, 422, 472 or 486 all stop at North Greenwich station. The 108, 188 and 472 run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

As it’s right on the River Thames and only 350m away from North Greenwich Pier, you can arrive by boat. Central London piers such as Embankment, London Eye and London Bridge all have departures to North Greenwich Pier every 20 minutes or so via the Thames Clippers RB1 service. Perfect if you’re planning to spend the day sightseeing and want to arrive in comfort and style!

There are 500 cycle racks in car parks 2, 3 and 4 by North Greenwich station so it’s easy to hop on a bike and use one of the clearly marked cycle routes that take you to the venue.

You can even arrive by cable car; reaching heights of 90 metres, London’s Emirates Air Line cable car offers some truly fantastic views across London and a journey takes just 10 minutes. It runs between the Royal Docks and the Greenwich Peninsula which is just by the O2 itself.   

Yes, the O2 Arena is in the low emission (LEZ) charge zone. If you’re planning to drive to the O2 and would like to know if you’re going to be affected by LEZ charges then please read the latest information provided by Transport for London.

Start times for events at the O2 vary and can change. Your event ticket should show you what time the doors open for the event you have booked so aim to arrive close to that time to give yourself plenty of time to access the venue, make your way through security checks and find your seat.

Duration of events at the O2 varies and exact timings are not usually available until close to the event itself. Events in the arena will always finish no later than 11pm Monday to Saturday and no later than 10.30pm on Sunday.

The seating layout can change depending on the event so this will vary. As it’s a large venue, the upper tier is higher up and further away from the action. If you want to be as close as possible to the action then try and book a ticket in one of the blocks closest to the stage.

There is no formal dress code for concerts at the O2 although you are not permitted to wear motorcycle helmets, hoods, baseball caps or sunglasses (at night).

The most important thing to bring to a concert at the O2 is your concert ticket! You’ll also want to bring money for food and drink. It’s best not to bring too much with you as only small bags (no larger than 35cm x 40cm x 19cm) are permitted and food, drink and liquids are not allowed to be brought in with you.

Most events at the O2 will require you to present some form of ID. For some events you will need to present your ID and the payment card you booked your tickets with to guarantee entry. This is designed to prevent re-selling and touting of tickets. You may also need ID to prove your age. Your passport, driving license, citizens card or PASS card are acceptable forms of ID. They must be original rather than copies of your ID. 

E-cigarettes can be used anywhere in the O2 except the performance spaces, look out for the signs or ask a member of staff to check. You can drink in the O2 Arena but it has to be purchased inside the O2. Cans and glass bottles aren’t allowed into the arena seating area for safety reasons.

Only small bags (no larger than 35cm x 40cm x 19cm) are allowed into the arena. If you have been shopping and have more or larger bags with you then there is a bag storage facility just outside the main entrance. 
 

There are various days and times you can enjoy ‘Up at The O2 Climb’ and prices vary dependent on the day and time of day. Prices start at £30 per person.

Reviews are very positive! When you reach the summit, there is an observation platform offering unique and spectacular views of London. Well worth it even if you don’t particularly like climbing.

Climbing equipment is provided but the O2 recommends wearing comfortable clothes underneath your climb gear. You must wear socks and hats and gloves are strongly recommended for colder days.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.