Brentford

Travel Guide

Syon Park which includes heritage elements
Syon Park featuring interior views and heritage elements
Syon Park which includes a garden and wildflowers
Syon Park which includes heritage architecture and a castle
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Visit this riverside town in Greater London, known for its Roman history, royal parks, eclectic museums and local soccer club.

Add Brentford to your list of places to visit in England’s capital city and enjoy an authentic glimpse into the life of west Londoners. Discover leafy streets lined with varied dining and retail options and beautiful parks that encourage you to get outdoors.

Brentford sits at the confluence of the River Brent and Thames and pre-dates the establishment of the city of London. Legend states that Julius Caesar passed though the town when his troops invaded Britain in 54 B.C.

Brentford Dock is the town’s historical marina and once served as major link between the railway, Grand Union Canal and River Thames. Stroll along the regenerated waterfront and see the Brentford Gauging Lock, where the toll keeper would check the cargo of boats. Nearby Brentford High Street has retail outlets and atmospheric pubs, which serve hearty British fare and real ales. Spot the spire of the 150-year-old St. Paul’s Church rising above the town’s rooftops.

Museum enthusiasts should make a point to visit the Musical Museum. Its exhibition of self-playing musical instruments recount the evolution of automated music. Learn about London’s water supply via interactive activities at the London Museum of Water and Steam. Tour the lavish state rooms of Boston Manor House, built in the Jacobean style in 1623.

Syon House is another striking landmark whose princely rooms are open to the public. This residence of the Duke of Northumberland stands in Syon Park, home to an adventure playground arboretum, rose garden, wild meadows and varied birdlife.

Explore the delightful Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Find more than 50,000 plants from around the world, including exotic species that recreate a rainforest inside the glass Palm House. Observe the park from above on the Treetop Walkway and experience the inside of a beehive at The Hive. Don’t miss Kew Palace, the 17th-century home of King George III.

Reach Brentford by taking the overground train to either Brentford or Kew Bridge stations. Central London is a 45-minute journey away.

Where to stay in Brentford

Syon Park which includes heritage elements and interior views

Syon

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Syon, Syon Park and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.

Syon
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$205 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$247 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,301 reviews)
"Welcoming."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$152 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$183 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,958 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in an excellent location, just a short walk from Tower Bridge. The staff were very courteous and helpful throughout my stay. The only drawback was the room temperature—on a hot day, I found that the air conditioning was centrally controlled, so I couldn’t adjust it using the in-room ..."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way, London, England
$125 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$149 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,611 reviews)
"Convenient, good services great location 5 min from the Tube"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Royal National Hotel
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Aparthotel Adagio London Brentford

Aparthotel Adagio London Brentford

4 out of 5
Ealing Road, Brentford, Brentford, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Brentford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,159 reviews)
Great.
"Room was great and good value. Staff were very friendly."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio London Brentford
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (373 reviews)
Excellent
"Fantastic location, lovely room, clean, friendly staff, highly recommended"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (668 reviews)
"Great set up for apartment stay! Spacious and everything provided."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Rockwell East
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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