What's it like in Barbican?

Barbican is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its bars and cathedral. Are you looking for Barbican travel tips? Make sure that you visit Barbican Centre and St. Giles Cripplegate while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Barbican?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Citadines Barbican London is the highest ranked property in Barbican. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from St. Paul's Cathedral, and it offers a fitness centre and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Montcalm Brewery Townhouse and Malmaison London .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Barbican area?

If you're searching for places to stay in London, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 84 Barbican hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Barbican, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Barbican.

What is there to do around this London neighbourhood?

Barbican Centre, Golden Lane Leisure Centre and Museum of London are family favourites to check out in Barbican. St. Giles Cripplegate and London Charterhouse are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include London Eye, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. Big Ben and St. Paul's Cathedral are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in London.

How can I get around Barbican and the greater London area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Barbican Station and Farringdon Underground Station.

The Best Hotels in Barbican, London - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Barbican hotels

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, beige armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. Large windows offer views of the city.

1. Citadines Barbican London

Barbican

Mudhu

₹18,307 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A historic building with a prominent entrance, arched windows, and a well-lit facade.

2. Malmaison London

Barbican

Nicholas

₹21,118 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a round dining table, comfortable seating, a large mirror, and a decorative orchid arrangement.

3. Montcalm Brewery Townhouse

Barbican

Alan

₹22,414 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A luxurious lobby with a marble reception desk, plush seating, chandeliers, and potted plants.

4. Montcalm Brewery, London City

Barbican

Marley

₹23,384 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a visible entrance.

5. easyHotel London City Shoreditch

Barbican

Amy

₹9,025 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a classic facade, outdoor seating, and flower boxes.

6. Fox and Anchor

Barbican

Max

₹28,498 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel range hood, a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window with a view of the outside.

7. Old Street by Excel Apartments

Barbican

Kevin

₹13,951 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A neatly made bed with a metal frame, a brick wall, and a window with daylight coming through.

8. Whitecross Street Collection

Barbican

₹32,799 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with a headboard, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a door.

9. Farringdon Rooms

Barbican

₹12,675 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, multiple balconies, and a rooftop terrace.

10. Clayton Hotel London Wall

0.7 km from Barbican

Vincent

₹20,781 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A table with breakfast items including a muffin, croissant, apple, and glass of orange juice, set on a balcony with a garden view.

11. Point A London Liverpool Street

1.2 km from Barbican

Chloe Rebecca

₹11,621 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern indoor swimming pool with large windows, potted plants, and a view of historic buildings.

12. Pan Pacific London

1.1 km from Barbican

Beau

₹45,493 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A grand dining area with a long table surrounded by blue chairs, ornate columns, and a chandelier.

13. ANDAZ LONDON LIVERPOOL STREET, BY HYATT

1 km from Barbican

Tim

₹31,909 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A balcony with a city view at dusk, featuring tables with chairs and potted plants.

14. One Hundred Shoreditch

1.3 km from Barbican

Abigail

₹28,235 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A round table with a tiered dessert stand, plates of food, and a magazine.

15. Strand Palace Hotel

City of Westminster, 2.1 km from Barbican

Brady

₹17,863 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rooftop dining area with wicker chairs and a round table set for four, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent Ferris wheel.

16. Park Plaza County Hall London

Waterloo, 2.6 km from Barbican

Anthony

₹23,243 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor patio with fire tables, seating, and a view of a historic bridge.

17. The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

2.1 km from Barbican

Jasmine

₹15,987 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rooftop terrace with seating, a small table, and a potted plant.

18. Marrable's Farringdon Hotel

0.6 km from Barbican

Frederick

₹19,317 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern restaurant with booths and tables, a bar area, and a green exit sign.

19. Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross by IHG

1.4 km from Barbican

Shanda

₹21,402 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-story building with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a clock above it.

20. The Chamberlain Hotel

1.7 km from Barbican

Shamssan

₹20,259 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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A modern glass building, the Shard, and the Tower Bridge in the background during sunset.

London City Centre

Iconic landmarks, a world-famous theater district, lively nightlife zones and superb shopping and art museums await in the heart of England’s capital city.

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A waterfront with modern buildings, including a curved structure with glass windows and a bridge overhead.

Canary Wharf

Wander around London’s financial district in the scenic docklands with the tallest skyscrapers in the city. They are home to some of the world’s biggest companies.

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Covent Garden

Come to Covent Garden and you're guaranteed the best of produce, both local and international – and the best of performance, both operatic and theatrical.

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A large white archway with intricate carvings, surrounded by trees and people walking.

City of Westminster

Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

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A bustling street with a 'Welcome to Carnaby Street' archway, vintage shops, and pedestrians.

Soho

Soak up the energy of Soho, where buzzing nightlife, LGBTQ+ pride and star-studded premieres bring the streets to life.

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Top Barbican Hotel Reviews

Strand Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"This hotel building is old. Interior needs a bit more modernization. It has a couple of USB ports for charging, but no USB-C. Everything was free in the minibar - which was nice, although we didn't take any."