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Is Novotel London Greenwich in a good location?

Yes, if you're on a slower trip or have seen London before. Novotel London Greenwich is in Greenwich, 900 m from Royal Observatory. The Royal Observatory, the Cutty Sark and the park are on your doorstep and hotels cost less, but the West End is 30 to 40 minutes away.

Our note: Next to Greenwich station, handy for families.

Address
173-185 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8JA
Guest score on Booking.com
7.9 / 10 from 3,306 reviews
Stars
4 stars
Typical mid-range double in Greenwich
About $200 a night
From Heathrow
About 86 minutes, DLR to Canary Wharf, then the Elizabeth line

How far Novotel London Greenwich is from the sights

Straight-line distance from the hotel; walking adds about a third for the streets. Public transport is door to door from Greenwich, planned on the TfL Journey Planner for a weekday morning.

SightDistanceOn footPublic transport
Royal Observatory900 m~14 min—
Tower Bridge5.3 km——
Tower of London5.5 km—36 minBoat RB1
The Shard5.8 km——
Borough Market6.1 km—31 minbus 129, Thameslink
Shakespeare's Globe6.7 km——
Tate Modern6.8 km—35 minbus 129, Thameslink
St Paul's Cathedral7.1 km—39 minbus 129, Thameslink

What Novotel London Greenwich has

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Pets allowed
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gym
  • Family rooms
  • Lift
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wheelchair accessible

Not listed: swimming pool, spa and air conditioning.

As listed on Booking.com, checked 2 Nov 2026.

Staying in Greenwich

The Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark and a huge hilltop park, with a village feel. Further out, but calm and good value.

35 min to Leicester Square. Cutty Sark and Greenwich (DLR), Greenwich and Maze Hill (National Rail), Uber Boat by Thames Clippers.

Less street crime than the London average. Source: data.police.uk.

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Novotel London Greenwich: questions

Is Novotel London Greenwich in a good location?

Yes, if you're on a slower trip or have seen London before. Novotel London Greenwich is in Greenwich, 900 m from Royal Observatory. The Royal Observatory, the Cutty Sark and the park are on your doorstep and hotels cost less, but the West End is 30 to 40 minutes away.

How far is Novotel London Greenwich from Royal Observatory?

900 m in a straight line, about 14 minutes on foot.

How do I get from Heathrow to Novotel London Greenwich?

About 86 minutes door to door to Greenwich: DLR to Canary Wharf, then the Elizabeth line.

Is the area around Novotel London Greenwich safe?

Street crime in Greenwich is below the city average for London, based on data.police.uk.

Does Novotel London Greenwich have room service?

Yes, Novotel London Greenwich lists room service on Booking.com.

Does Novotel London Greenwich have a pool?

Swimming pool isn't listed for Novotel London Greenwich on Booking.com, so check with the hotel before you book.

Does Novotel London Greenwich have air conditioning?

Air conditioning isn't listed for Novotel London Greenwich on Booking.com, so check with the hotel before you book.