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Ark Canary Wharf

London · United Kingdom

Crossharbour Plaza, 20 20View location

7.6/10Very good1,620 Reviews
Cleanliness7.8/107.8
Service8.0/108.0
Comfort6.8/106.8
Condition7.6/107.6
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Ark Canary Wharf

Welcome to ARK Canary Wharf. A haven of community and creativity in vibrant East London, just a few minutes walk from Canary Wharf. Stay for a night or a year and discover new faces and life-enriching experiences in London’s largest co-living space.

Whether you’re staying for a few nights or moving in for months, we want you to feel at home. Relax, work, and connect in consciously designed co-living spaces – or retreat back to your self contained studio.

The neighbourhood from humble street food favourites to swish cocktail bars with panoramic views, this corner of East London has something for everyone. In just 20 mins you can be right in the hustle and bustle of London’s city centre or kicking back in the endless green of Greenwich Park.

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A stay at ARK Canary Wharf places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute drive of Excel London and Tower Bridge. This hotel is 4 mi (6.5 km) from The Arena and 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Greenwich Market.

Make yourself at home in one of the 151 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. 32-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided weekly. Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Children not allowed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
    • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Long-term renters welcome
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 to 20 per person
    • Covered self parking fee: GBP 20 per night
    • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Cutty Sark 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Greenwich Market 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
National Maritime Museum 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Greenwich Park 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
The Arena 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
River Thames 4.3 km / 2.6 mi
Excel London 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
ABBA Arena 4.9 km / 3.1 mi
Tower of London 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Tower Bridge 5.9 km / 3.6 mi
Brick Lane 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Victoria Park 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Westfield Stratford City 6 km / 3.7 mi
Old Spitalfields Market 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 6.4 km / 4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Year of most recent renovation: 2023
  • Total number of rooms: 151
  • Number of floors (main building): 11
  • Studios: 151
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  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-out
  • Wi-fi
  • Launderette
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • GymExtra charge
  • Luggage room
  • Oven
  • Dining area
  • Private pool: 1
  • Library
  • Electric kettle
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Indoor heated poolExtra charge
  • TV lounge
  • Sauna
  • Hot breakfast
  • Breakfast a la carte
  • Late riser breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • Only Adults
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Cash Free
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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Room types

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  • Room ONE BEDROOMRoom • ONE BEDROOMROO.B1

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: ROO.B1

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  • STUDIO PREMIUMSTUDIO • PREMIUM • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²STU.PI
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    STUDIO PREMIUM

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
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    PREMIUM

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    Room code: STU.PI

    Room amenities

    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Smoke detector
    • TV
    • Kitchenette
    • Mini fridge
    • Hairdryer
    • Microwave
    • Housekeeping
    • Fitness room
    • Game room
    • Central heating
    • Safe
    • Wi-fi

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²APT.ST
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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.ST

    Room amenities

    • Kitchenette
    • Smoke detector
    • Housekeeping
    • Fitness room
    • Hairdryer
    • Game room
    • Desk
    • TV
    • Wi-fi
    • Safe
    • Central heating
    • Mini fridge
    • Microwave
    • Toiletries

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Indoor swimming pool

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  • STUDIO CLASSICSTUDIO • CLASSIC • 1 Bedroom • 16 m²STU.AS
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    STUDIO CLASSIC

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    16 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    CLASSIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.AS

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Kitchenette
    • Mini fridge
    • Microwave
    • Central heating
    • Safe
    • Wi-fi
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Smoke detector
    • Housekeeping
    • Fitness room
    • Game room

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  • STUDIO CLASSICSTUDIO • CLASSICSTU.AS-1

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    STUDIO CLASSIC

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: STU.AS-1

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST

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    STUDIO STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: STU.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Ark Canary Wharf

7.6
Very good
1,620 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.8 /10
Service
8.0 /10
Comfort
6.8 /10
Condition
7.6 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
100 reviews shown
4/10
Poor
02 Aug 2026
Amna
plug sockets randonly didnt work at times, extremely hot room and there was no air conditioning, i asked for water whilst checking in and was told there woudk be some in the fridge, there wasnt, and when i asked about it later, they said they dont do that
8/10
Excellent
01 Aug 2026
Luke
Our stay for two nights whilst visiting the Capital were overall good. We have stayed in many hotels in London, this probably being the furthest away from the centre. It’s got great connection links for DLR in and out of the city as well as a lovely cafe on the ground floor offering tasty breakfast and coffee. Our room was very small, I guess I didn’t read up on the details well enough as the pictures showed a different room to what I expected but it wasn’t too much of an issue. The worst part of our stay was having to deal with the countless teenagers and young adults using the accommodation for long term stays. There was lots of footfall in and out of the building at all times but this wasn’t too bad during our visit. Rooftop pool was lovely but way too small to accommodate the amount of people that were in there when we visited. Hotel staff were okay,l overall. We probably won’t stay again, we will find a hotel which is an actual hotel and not joint with long term rentals.
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jul 2026
michail
Bed was not properly arranged, window couldn't close, too hot.
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jul 2026
Graham
Right next to a train line (useful but extremely noisy 5am - 12 midnight - you will need good ear plugs!!), we stayed in a studio it was very small (I'm a slim person and struggled to get in the shower! The bed very small for 2 - seems a queen rather than a double, but can't be sure). No A/C but a fan provided - Very hot in summer heat. Lacks TLC - the bed was sunken to one side, and the walls all scuffed (needed repainting). Overall an ok price for London, but we have stayed in better places without these issues for the same price.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2026
Richard
Great hotel with an amazing swimming pool on the 20th floor with great views of Canary Wharf and the o2 arena
2/10
Poor
30 Jul 2026
mpho Lorraine
The rooms are super hot, the bedding especially mattress pad had stains, the bathroom had super bad odor, toilet doesn’t flush properly and the hallways don’t smell good. The bed didn’t have a fitted sheet just flat sheet.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2026
PRATIK
I am regular visitor at the Ark, both my partner and I are always find this apartment hotel very cosy and comfortable to stay.

You have all the amenities, plus great location to canary wharf, when I have to work in canar wharf its east access - To walk or the DLR.

Overall the staff are amazing, and excellent service by the amazing team. I feel so at home at the Ark. Looking forward to my next stay. Thank you to amazing team at the Ark canary wharf, great service, and friendly.
2/10
Poor
30 Jul 2026
Tom
One of the worst hotels I've ever stayed in, broken beds, Broken fans, no A/C and very very noisy. It was that bad I ended up leaving a day early. I would have liked a refund for that day too.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2026
Alda
Best staff
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jul 2026
Colm
Room was clean but very small and there were a few maintenance issues (sink didn't drain well and shower door was loose). There was no air conditioning and the room was uncomfortably hot, even when the outside temperature had dropped. There was a fan in the room but it was not enough to keep the room cool and I had difficulty sleeping from the heat. Overall it felt more like student accommodation than a luxury apartment. The staff are very friendly and helpful and fixed the shower door immediately. The reception area is nice and the pool and sauna are one of the best out of any apartments I've stayed in.
4/10
Poor
28 Jul 2026
Terri
Room was very small and hot. All evening and night disturbed by the Docklands light railway. Vibrated through the room.
Very small bathroom. Could wash your feet whilst sitting on toilet.
People using facilities lack respect. Coming out of lift in big group /rowdy in swim shorts /towels and shirtless.
Lifts take ages
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jul 2026
Ziad
Tiny rooms (got two). Clean, warm in July, nice large gym and nice lobby area. Kitchen had nothing in it! Found out on checkout that I that I could have requested it what I needed. Bathroom really small. Like airplane size minus the shower, can’t move inside the shower or you could hurt yourself. 2nd time here but won’t come back unless this place is 1/3 the price and anyone else 😅. Portable fan had so much dust on it as if it was never used. Overall it’s a good place to stay as long as you know the drawbacks.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2026
John
Rooms were spotless, staff friendly and helpful. The room was like an apartment great balue
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Louis
No AC room was ok
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2026
Oladapo
I love the swimming pool area
2/10
Poor
22 Jul 2026
amy
Very misleading and very disappointing. The room was no wider than the bed, but the photos don’t show us, they lead to believe that you have at least some space. no air con so the room was unbelievably hot at all hours. Doors in the corridor constantly slamming shut. Maids this morning was making rude remarks towards hotel guest which we could clearly hear from our room. Teenagers constantly coming in and out of reception. Not a good experience and would not stay here again. Extremely disappointed.
2/10
Poor
20 Jul 2026
Vipen
The only good thing was the pool steam and sauna facilities, everything else was poor and dangerous.

1) The bed had a sharp metal spring protruding out of it which was only realised when someone got injured from it.

2) The shower door was broken and nearly fell on my face.

3) There was no kitchen equipment (cutlery plates or other basic things). The listing falsely advertised that these would be present.

4) There was no kitchen soap but I guess we dont need it because they did not provide any kitchen items anyway.

5) The fridge shelf was broken.

6) The apartment was extremely hot, surprised there is no air conditioning available. In fairness this was not advertised anyway.

7) The pool and sauna areas had no locker rooms available and there was only 1 closed shower to use between everyone that uses the facilities.

8) The bathroom was the smallest I have seen in my life. The sink was made for a 5 year old and it was so low down you would have to sit on the toilet just to use it. The shower was so small, if you are over 6ft and carry some weight, you are not going to be able to move without getting hit by something.

9) You try to call the front desk a million times and no one answers. You try to message via the expedia app to the hotel and they do not respond. Absolute joke.

10) At one point the whole area was surrounded by police, don't know what happened, but it doesn't seem that safe.

Very shocking experience to say the least.
I will not be coming back.
Avoid.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Dannet
10/10 we loved it, so beautiful
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
16 Jul 2026
Laura
Staff were amazing, room impossibly and suffocating hot due to lack of aircon and airflow.

Stayed on one of the hottest days of the year and from stepping out the lift and into the corridor on the 15 floor I knew I was going to be in for a terrible night.

There was a small fan in the room but it didn’t touch the temperature
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Suraien
Clean room very nice and Modern and nice pool
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Bonny
The room were clean, the staff were amazing and the area was very nice
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jul 2026
Max
The room was overheated. Really bad air. The kitchen bit was without any cutlery glasses or plates. Just empty. The room wasn’t really cleaned and the corridor was smelling really uncomfortable. I don’t know why they have so good ratings.
Partner
2/10
Poor
09 Jul 2026
Manola
The only thing I liked about the property was the laundry, and the foyer because it was the only place which was air conditioned. We were in London during the heatwave and there was no airconditioning in the rooms, only a tiny fan. The room was dirty when we checked in, and smelled of cat urine, as did the hallways. The smell got worse as the weather got hotter. We had to keep the window open overnight and of course couldn’t block out the noise of the trains. We checked out one day earlier out of our desperation to get a good nights sleep. I absolutely cannot recommend this accommodation
Partner
2/10
Poor
07 Jul 2026
Rebecca
The property was not maintained well and had awful smells. There is no air con but we were given 2 fans that barely worked. No where to put them other than right next to the bed. The bathroom was very big but the shower was tiny and leaked. TV was small. A terrible experience.
Partner
4/10
Poor
07 Jul 2026
Kerry
Someone busted into our room at 1.40am whilst we were fast asleep. It was terrifying, my husband almost attacked the guy- this guy was holding a key card and had been given our room as a mistake

We complained in the morning and was told we need to write to their office to complain. COOL THANKS
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jul 2026
LAM
Lobby is good. However, no air conditioner from lift lobby to room. Hotel only provide fan to customer which is a bit disappointed as the hotel private is not low.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
04 Jul 2026
Stuart
Unfortunately no air conditioning or even a fan to cool you down which meant we had to have both windows open and with the DLR line passing directly under the window ever 10 mins or so it was very difficult to sleep with the noise. I get that London isn’t always this warm but it was when we stayed and it was pretty unbearable in the room. The room was smaller than expected too although that wouldn’t have mattered if we could have cooled down.
Partner
2/10
Poor
27 Jun 2026
Elle
I wouldn’t waste your time staying here if it’s not winter. Our room was unbearable and we actually chose to drive home after our event as it just wasn’t possible to sleep with the heat. There is one window which hardly opens and a very small fan which did absolutely nothing. The fridge also didn’t keep anything cold as when I came back everything was warm and it smelt strongly of beer. The bathroom is so small you can hardly turn around in it and had no cold water from the tap only scalding hot. I took things to reception whose suggestion was ‘ well there should be cold water’. Said they agreed it was very hot and asked if I had bothered to open my window. We asked for a refund as we had no choice but to drive home at 1am but they refused as we had already checked in. Hotels.com have been very helpful and been trying to resolve it by the hotel are flat out refusing even though we didn’t even get to sleep there. Wouldn’t recommend or return. The reception also never answer their phone so good luck if you have a question.
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jun 2026
Emilia
It’s not sound proof at all. A couple 2 doors down we’re having g a fight in the middle of the night that woke everyone up on the floor.
Self
2/10
Poor
25 Jun 2026
Paul
Heat wave hitting London, windows in the rooms where left on with no air con. Didn't stay. Went to a different hotel.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Donovan
The room as usual was spotless and immaculate, though the bed is a small double it is still very comfy and the two of us had no complaints about it.
Room amenities are great, kettle, electric hob, microwave and there's even washing up liquid and a sponge.
The fitness rooms are more than adequately for mo needs.
The 'icing on the cake' has to be the 20th floor swimming pool and jacuzzi with its view across the Thames (there's also a sauna and steam room). The on the 20th floor is spacious and relaxing and a great variety of drinks to suit everyone.
My one disappointment is the size of the shower, very compact but the water pressure is great.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2026
Zelda
Room was clean, spacious, everything needed. Amenities were good the only downside is yes you get a fan in the room but with the hot weather it really needed Aircon, difficult to sleep with how warm the room gets. Other than that zero complaints and would stay again
Self
2/10
Poor
20 Jun 2026
Oli
Staff were good, site facilities are great!

However...

The rooms are so poor. I'm not a bed dimension expert but these beds are tiny, because the rooms are like matchboxes. I've never had the desire to swing a cat round, but here you couldn't even swing a mouse!

Whilst I was considering swinging an ant round, I had to stop due to the deafening sounds that you get every 15 minutes from the neighbouring DLR, luckily between 1am and 5am they had a little break so I got some rest in my pixie sized bed...

Pointless kitchenette with zero items in, a broken kettle, a broken iron and blocked bathroom sink, should invest some money in actual rooms rather than facilities. Like two different places.

Also, pretty sure the doors are made from lead or something easily as dense, not sure how the dwarfs these rooms are designed for would open them!!

To summarise, stay here as a last resort, not worth the small savings you can make vs other places.
Partner
4/10
Poor
19 Jun 2026
farhan
Ridiculously small shower for a 6ft 3in person. Extremely loud train runs from 5am till 1am right beside the property, hard to sleep. Tv and iron both did not work.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Helen
Really good, room/bed was a little small but to be expected in the city
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Nicola
Great value for stay in Canary Wharf
Self
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2026
Hanna
Hotel was great! The only issues was the shaded on the window. They didn’t block the sun at all. The sun rises at 4:30 am here and doesn’t go down fully until 11pm. Also the smallest bathroom ever. I’ve stayed at a lot of hotels in Europe and these were the smallest bathrooms I’ve ever seen. Overall the a good hotel for the price!
Partner
4/10
Poor
12 Jun 2026
Lauren
Room was tiny, and very old in need of a serious make over. Bathroom was tiny and the shower door didn’t shut properly, there was also no aircon so you had to have the window open. Given it was near the DLR it was very noisy.
Partner
4/10
Poor
10 Jun 2026
aidan
No AC
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jun 2026
Gracie
Dried bogies on the wall right next to the bed, broken remote, other people’s clothes/ belongings collecting in the wardrobe, empty soap container in the kitchen.

So much of the room just looked dirty and like it needed a wipe. The outside of the shower looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in ages, walls, sides, just all needed to be cleaned properly.

So much of the room just felt grotty and like it needed a proper clean.

Bathroom isn’t big enough to move in.

But the swimming pool is amazing, I would come back for that alone.

And the cafe attached is brilliant, with nice staff and lots of good options. Also beautiful iced coffee.
Partner
4/10
Poor
06 Jun 2026
Monica
Staff were helpful and friendly but I had to wait nearly an hour for them to check that the tv in my room wasn't working.
Terrible that each room only has 2 cups and 2 tsp. Extras had to be requested and I was given a cracked glass and a dirty knife. I was too tired and fed up to complain by that point.
Rooms remind me of a student bedsit.
Pool and sauna were nice
I had a terrible night sleep bc I could hear the DLR trains and also humming from fridge.
Self
4/10
Poor
04 Jun 2026
courtney
No air conditioning in the rooms which is crazy! Do not stay here unless it’s winter in London because you won’t sleep 1 wink due to the heat in the rooms
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jun 2026
Ant
Very clean room and very friendly staff. Good location and decent (but very small) rooms. Would be nice to get coffee/tea bags added daily and have a bit larger rooms to be honest. Close to city center(like 20mins train) and excel
Self
4/10
Poor
02 Jun 2026
Alex
Clean but very basic. Beds are a small double, not ideal for couples at all. Photos misleading.

The ‘bathroom’ is better described as a telephone booth. It’s like the pocket knife of bathrooms; you can brush your teeth, have a shower & drop the kids off, all at the same time! - once again very misleading photos, tiny.

Staff weren’t useless but they weren’t exactly helpful. Very blunt, seemed like they wanted to be somewhere else, don’t blame them to be fair.

Anyway, up the arsenal! CHAMPIONS CHAMPIONS CHAMPIONS OLE OLE OLE
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jun 2026
Garfield
Only drawback was no A/C and room very hot only a fan which did not do much in the heatwave
Self
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jun 2026
Siphathisiwe Amanda
Floor 19 the room was very humid even though there’s a fan additional AC would improve the stay considerably. Especially on hot day which this weekend it was
Self
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2026
Nick
Nice staff all in all good hotel
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Joelma
Excellent place and the view is spectacular
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
27 May 2026
Nathan
There is no AC or proper ventilation it was very unbearable with the heat
Self
6/10
Pleasant
26 May 2026
Musa
Toilet is too small, I came in so I can create content and all but I couldn’t do my content. Coz I’m a makeup creator. Staff were so nice, rooom was dusty.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2026
Anna-Leza
Had to check in at the last minute and was not disappointed. Clean, comfortable, well appointed studio room with kitchenette was perfect
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2026
Gabrielle Alaina
Loved my stay! I will stay again!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Simran
All things are excellent 😊I’m very happy with your service. Thank you
Partner
4/10
Poor
15 May 2026
Duran
Told me I could check in early then made me wait 3 hours. Rooms had no towels or toiletries when I arrived. There was also a “mistake” and the lifts were frozen at 11pm at night. Had to walk 20 flights of stairs or wait (again). Not ideal when it’s late and all I want is to sleep. Also the showers were stone cold for a day or 2. Rooms were clean. Staff were nice. But probably wouldn’t book again.
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Mark
It started very badly with Satnav sending us to a pedestrianised deadend at the waterfront. However with telephone assistance from the Ark staff we eventually found the entrance which is set back from the road. We stayed in a tiny double bed studio, probably the smallest we have ever seen. It was however perfect for our stay and was very well fitted out and spotless. The pool and spa was stunning and with incredible views from the 20th floor to the O2. Staff qere helpful, lifts a high tech joy and all in all extremely good value. Access to all areas via the adjacent light railway station was a huge benefit for getting around. We would stay again and now we know where the entrance is it will be even better!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
Sian
Honest review the apartments looked a lot nicer on the site. It was giving student vibes but I must say the staff were really great and upgraded us and the accommodation was better. The spa and pool was great and a fab view I couldn’t fault.
6/10
Pleasant
07 May 2026
Keith
Good location, nice building on the outside. And good facilities. That said the furniture in the rooms not in good condition, the water pressure in the shower is very poor and the sound insulation not great - so noisy in the hallway throughout the night. Bed and mattress pretty uncomfortable and definitely in need of replacement.

Additionally - why provide a “studio” space with a kitchen and not provide any crockery / dishes / cutlery?! Very random (and a bit annoying!)

Would stay again simply for the convenience - but I would expect better in future.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2026
William
Only issue was the noise from the nearby trains. Other than that it was great.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2026
Luke
Staff were brilliant despite being understaffed. Room was very clean and cosy
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Maria
The stay was wonderful and pool is amazing! Rooms aren’t as small as people make out to be and we got a classic studio!!! The POOL was unreal! I think only thing is for ur stay bring a mini fan haha as its very hot in the rooms at time but the window being opened helped too! Overall was very good just very hot :)))
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Jared Rasiel
I didn't eat the breakfast but the stay was enjoyable. I didn't expect the rooms to be that small, coming from the USA we're used to more space but regardless, i slept well and enjoyed the property. I love it, and i will be returning (to a bigger room ofc).

The locals PERFECT for me. Best stay in canary wharf imo.
Self
4/10
Poor
25 Apr 2026
Rodi
My experience at the Canary Ark Hotel was very disappointing and did not meet my expectations. The room was extremely small, and the bed was in poor condition it felt unstable, made a lot of noise with any movement, and sank in the middle, making it uncomfortable to sleep on. Overall cleanliness was below standard. The floors and surfaces were dirty, and the room had a strong smell of weed, which was both unexpected and unpleasant. I did not feel that the stay was worth the money, and I would not consider returning.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Apr 2026
Ken
Room was clean. Safe did not work. Basin plug did not seal. Rm 1632
Partner
4/10
Poor
22 Apr 2026
Steven
Room was incredibly basic. No air conditioning, no batteries in the remote control, no cutlery or any plates despite having a stove, microwave and fridge / freezer. The Ark at Wembley is a far better stay.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Aj
Really good amenities/facilities, great location next to station. Everything you need for short or long stays.
Self
2/10
Poor
15 Apr 2026
ky-mani
I was not allowed to stay in the room I had paid for because they have none of my details on their system, they said it does not matter if I have my confirmation details and I was told to leave, leaving me stranded in London for 9 hours
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Mark
Really nice place. Great amenities. Convenient for exploring the far east end of London, but easy to get into the centre of town too.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Aon
I’ve stayed at The Ark at Canary Wharf for extended periods and keep coming back, which probably says everything. I’ve been staying here on and off since November last year, often for months at a time, and the experience has consistently been excellent. The staff are always welcoming, professional, and genuinely helpful, which makes a huge difference when you’re somewhere long-term rather than just passing through. The building itself is well maintained, comfortable, and in a great location, but what really stands out is the level of service and the atmosphere the team creates. I’ve stayed in plenty of places around London and this is one of the few where you actually feel looked after. Honestly, I have nothing negative to say, and that’s rare. If you’re considering staying here, I’d highly recommend it.
Self
4/10
Poor
05 Apr 2026
Kevin
Very small room and bed, very noisy on level 19 due to swimming pool on level 20, also very hot with no AC, reported TV not working and they said it was a building and could not fix it.
2/10
Poor
04 Apr 2026
Damium
My bed broke? In my sleep and messed up my neck. The hotel in general is usually good but this occasion was a nightmare.
8/10
Excellent
03 Apr 2026
Louise
Kitchenette in room was good idea but absolutely no pans, crockery, cutlery, so basically unuseable & no point in it being there.
Bathroom absolutely tiny compared to the size of the overall room, could barely move in the shower & ended up using kitchen sink as bathroom one too small. Toiletries weren't great quality either.
That said, I got it for a decent price for London, it was clean, walkable to public transport & nice to have a swimming pool. Didnt use the gym, cinema room or coworking areas but again nice that these are available.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2026
Dan
Good place to stay with a great view
Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2026
Aaron
Pool was amazing but room was quite small. Bathroom is ridiculously small with no storage area or towel racks.
Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Mar 2026
Debbie
Was hard making contact to confirm booking but when arrived lovely staff. Studio was very small but overall good stay.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
27 Mar 2026
Tanisha
Firstly there is not enough support or help from the staff there are no phones in the bedroom. I paid for a premium room yet the room I was given was far from premium it was tiny and blocked by a block of flats despite being advertised as ‘city view’ I was able to change after making a complaint but in the new room the TV was so far from the bed it wasn’t comfortable nor were there any plates, bowls, spoons etc… in the kitchen area which didn’t make any sense as there is no way to use it without these. I did love the pool area but it was quite disappointing that the bar/ restaurant area was closed. There is also no where to buy food in the hotel nor is there anywhere to get or order breakfast. Although there is a cafe next to the reception area.

I also had an extremely bad sleep, it was sooo noisy and people were shouting outside my room before 5am in the morning.
Self
4/10
Poor
26 Mar 2026
Adam
The rooms are small, but that is reflected in the price.

The area is extremely noisy with the nearby DLR. The rooms get very warm, with no control over temperature other than opening a window. Ergo noise.

The beds are small doubles, so they don’t really work for couples.

Staff all seem to have an attitude - you’re left standing around reception like you’re not really cared about. You’re asked for identification when you check in, with no explanation as to why.

I only stay here when there’s a deal on.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
alaa
Prime location, loads of activities to do like indoor swimming pool, gym, cinema, and games room. The view from 20th floor seating area was wonderful. Even though the room was small but it had everything we needed.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Dale
very good
Self
6/10
Pleasant
20 Mar 2026
Richard
Room needs a good clean, dusty round the edges, cobweb, bathroom smells, not a pleasant environment. Halls on the 11th floor had a horrible malodour. As a company that supplies commercial cleaning products to the Uk largest hotel chain there is no excuse for malodour and poor cleaning execution.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2026
Madison
was a lovely stay, friendly staff, however beds do come up the smaller side of a double, overall great hotel will definitely stay again
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2026
Scott
Lovely staff, great location, and lovely pool & gym
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
19 Mar 2026
David
Property needs an upgrade. No regular cleaning provided. Kitchenette missing necessary items like cutlery and plates. Tv doesn’t work properly. Very friendly staff. Proximity to DLR is good. Location too.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Michael
Nice pool and conveniently located.
4/10
Poor
18 Mar 2026
Tengna Mary
Room was tidy. Not clean. Marks on surfaces. Smelt horrible. Hallway smelt foul. WiFi was good. Staff were staff. They were efficient but there was definitely not service with a smile
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2026
Lisa
Helpful staff, quiet loxation. Clean room well appointed facilities including kitchen. Comfortable bed.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Ahsh
Great place to stay for getting to O2, staff were fab, able to park our car and do early check in which was appreciated. Only negatives were the bed was a very small double and room so warm we had the window open so woke up to the overground train noise. Would book again but bring earbuds.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Daniel
Nice
4/10
Poor
13 Mar 2026
Ellie
Quite small, TV didn't work and there was a faulty light in the room. Maintenance took a while to come and view the issue but wasn't very professional or knowledgable. Would probably choose a hotel in future with better service and amenities.
Business
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2026
Jordan
Room was clean, bed was smaller than i expected bathroom area had an sewerage
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2026
Clive
Great place to stay
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
Quezia
I loved the location, with a beautiful view of the city, a clean room, and a cozy hotel. 😊
8/10
Excellent
08 Mar 2026
Mervyn
Amazing
6/10
Pleasant
05 Mar 2026
Laura
Well it was great value and not far from Canary Wharf. Staff very nice. But bed wasn’t a double and not very comfy and tv didn’t work but it was late so I didn’t to be fair go and ask to get fixed. Just a bit annoying. Gym looked good but didn’t look at pool. It was super cheap for an easy night and Elizabeth line just a short walk straight into town.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2026
Abul
Eveything was great
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Mar 2026
Freddie
Very welcoming ladies at the front desk, the budget studio are good enough for one nigh or two. Some studio are more noisy than others, the DLR line impact. It was clean and very secured, the maintenance man need a team !
6/10
Pleasant
05 Mar 2026
Edward
No terrestrial tv service provided, and when asked the guy at reception said they didn’t have the licence for it, which, for a hotel by Londons financial capital seems a bit poor?! Apart from that though, nice room and great view!
2/10
Poor
04 Mar 2026
Naziha Isha
Do not be fooled by the images they advertise it is the complete opposite. The rooms are extremely dirty and dusty. I fear that they do not even clean the rooms they just remake the bed for new arrivals. You will find things that look like bogeys on the walls. The floors are so sticky to walk around in. The dust is disgustingly thick. As soon as we checked in there was someone else’s hair all over the bed sheet. Looked like someone’s pubes. It’s absolute filth.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2026
Ross
clean, warm and friendly
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
Rochelle
Good value, welcoming staff and lovely facilities
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2026
Millie
The hotel was really nicely designed & very friendly staff with a lovely spa/ pool area. I would say we didn’t find the bed that comfortable and had a dripping tap all night long. It would also be nice to be able to use the pool table if you’re staying there rather than just for members. Other than that we had a great stay !

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Ark Canary Wharf
Crossharbour Plaza, 20 20, London, United Kingdom

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