Hotel Location

The Croydon Park Hotel on-site, secure underground parking facilities for 90 cars. The entrance to the hotel car park is at the front of the hotel on the right hand side. Car park spaces cannot be reserved by guests in advance. But normally there are always spaces available in the car park. Please note that there is a height restriction of 2.1 metres Overnight car parking is available for only £5 Subject to Availability

NCP @ Fairfield Halls is another car park close to the hotel. The costs are £12.10 for 24 hours and is open for 24 hours everyday of the week. (This car park is located a few meters from the hotel entrance)

Check out the programme at this much-loved performing arts venue – which includes the fabulous Ashcroft Theatre, plus a concert hall and gallery – for an ever-changing selection of music, comedy, drama and more, including many top-notch children's shows and pantomimes, as well as fantastic local and touring productions.

This excellent museum and gallery recounts the history of Croydon and its people through fascinating artefacts and stories from local people, with collections grouped according to themes so you can trace whatever topic most interests you. They also offer fun weekly workshops and family activities to help kids of all ages learn about the past.

The Horniman Museum and Gardens are a brilliant place for inquiring minds who love to explore, with extensive collections of artefacts from all over the world and ever-changing exhibitions that appeal to all ages. Highlights include a hands-on collection (for young visitors who like to touch!), an aquarium and outdoor animal enclosures where you can visit alpacas, rabbits, goats and more.

An award-winning indoor play centre with loads of exciting activities for kids aged 0-12, Kidspace Croydon is a fabulous space to while away a rainy afternoon. Some of the adventures on offer include slides, mazes, go-karts, crazy golf, and even a climbing zone and cinema, plus there are restaurant and café facilities on site to keep adults and kids alike fuelled throughout even the most action-packed session.

If your family day out needs to cater to a range of ages and interests, try a visit to the Valley Park Retail and Leisure Complex. With loads of great shopping at all your favourite high street brands, plus a Vue Cinema, tenpin bowling, a games arcade and a number of food outlets, there's something to keep the entire family entertained.

A handsome, grade II-listed building set next to a picturesque pond, the Honeywood Museum is a wonderful place to get a glimpse of life in Edwardian times, with family-friendly exhibits that include a vintage billiards room, bathroom and an extensive collection of Edwardian toys that are sure to awaken the imaginations of young and old alike.

Family members of all ages will find something to delight them at the Crystal Palace Park. Spot the life-size dinosaur statues in the woods, explore the maze, walking trails and playground, or pay a visit to the animals at the city farm run by Capel Manor College. Sporty types can check out the facilities at the National Sports Centre, or you may even be able to catch a performance on the outdoor stage.

The Whitgift Shopping Centre in Croydon has over 140 retailers under its iconic glass roof, so you're sure to find exactly what you want right here.

Centrale has over 50 stylish shops for you to explore including Aldo, Boots, Debenhams, and Zara. Centrale offers a choice of stylish restaurants, cafés and places to grab a snack.

Valley Park Retail and Leisure Complex is a retail park in the Purley Way retail and industrial area of the London Borough of Croydon. There are various shops such as Boots, B&Q, Dfs, Marks & Spencer, Next and much more.

Set in leafy Regent's Park amid heritage-listed buildings and beautiful gardens, ZSL London Zoo is an oasis in the heart of the capital. With over 800 amazing animal species to discover, as well as live shows and fantastic, immersive exhibits including Tiger Territory, this is an unmissable attraction.

The London Dungeon is a London tourist attraction, which recreates various gory and macabre historical events in a gallows humour style aimed at younger audiences. It uses a mixture of live actors, special effects and rides.

Located on the popular South bank of the River Thames, within the historic County Hall building, SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to one of Europe's largest collections of global marine life and the jewel in the crown of the UK SEA LIFE attractions.

With 14 interactive zones and the amazing Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience, Madame Tussauds London combines glitz and glamour with incredible history and over 300 wax figures.

Experience a non-stop adrenaline rush at the nation’s Thrill Capital, THORPE PARK, with some of Europe’s most exhilarating rides, including a backwards twist to the UK’s first winged rollercoaster, THE SWARM.

Discover kid-powered rides, cool building challenges, a unique mix of interactive attractions, shows that pull the audience into the action and so much more!

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London is a behind-the-scenes walking tour featuring authentic sets, costumes and props from the Harry Potter film series, located at the Studios where they were filmed.

For the most memorable experience of 2013, visit Chessington World of Adventures Resort for the ultimate off-road safari adventure, plus over 40 rides and attractions in ten themed lands, over 1000 amazing animals in the Zoo and SEA LIFE centre.

Free entry (apart from some temporary exhibitions). A natural history museum is a museum with exhibits about natural history, including such topics as animals, plants, ecosystems, geology, paleontology, and climatology.

Free Entry. A huge wooden pirate ship is the amazing centrepiece of the Diana, Princess of Wales' Memorial Playground. This children's wonderland opened on the 30 June 2000, in memory of the late Princess. Located next to her Kensington Palace home, the playground is a fitting tribute for a Princess who loved the innocence of childhood.

t 135m, the EDF Energy London Eye is the world’s largest cantilevered observation wheel. It was conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects and was launched in 2000. It has already won over 85 awards for national and international tourism, outstanding architectural quality and engineering achievement.

A natural history museum is a museum with exhibits about natural history, including such topics as animals, plants, ecosystems, geology, paleontology, and climatology.

Buckingham Palace is the most iconic royal building in the country. It is the London residence of Her Majesty The Queen and is one of only a few working royal palaces left in the world.

Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.

Discover over two million years of human history and culture. Some of the world-famous objects include the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures and Egyptian mummies. The Museum is free to all visitors and is open daily from 10.00-17.30. Open late on Fridays until 20.30.

Big Ben is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, and often extended to refer to the clock and the clock tower

Tate is a family of four art galleries housing the UK's collection of British art from 1500 and of international modern art

The Shard is the tallest building in the European Union. Designed by Renzo Piano, its 72 floors comprise a 26-floor office complex, three world-class restaurants, a 19-floor five-star Shangri-La Hotel, 13 floors of exclusive residential apartments and the UK’s highest viewing galleries.

Oxford Street is one of London's most popular shopping destinations. Oxford Street offers an unrivalled shopping experience thanks to its exciting mix of high-street fashion and international brands, accessories, childrenswear and much more.

With a distinctive mix and match of designer and high street labels, Westfield London in White City/Shepherds Bush offers the ultimate shopping experience.

With 250 shops plus 70 places to dine, Westfield Stratford City is the largest shopping mall in Europe and the new lifestyle destination for East London.

Harrods is an upmarket department store located in Brompton Road in Knightsbridge, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London. Stretching across 7 floors and 330 departments. There are over 27 eateries to satisfy every taste.

Voted the best department store in the world, Selfridges has all the latest designer collections, must-have toys and gifts for all the family.

Harvey Nichols is the world’s leading international luxury fashion destination, a one-stop-shop for the most exclusive brands in fashion, beauty and food. Browse the best edit of the latest designer collections for both men and women.

Providing a range of wine, beverages, condiments, main food staples, and hampers. Fornum & Mason offers you the perfect British afternoon.

Gatwick Airport is the closest airport to Croydon Park Hotel. Frequent trains run from east Croydon station to Gatwick Aiport (approximately every 15 minutes during peak times) with a journey time between 15-20 minutes.

From East Croydon Station to Heathrow by Bus: Route X26. This is a bus service which does not have to be booked in advance. By Train: Take the Southern Service from East Croydon to London Victoria and then from London Victoria undergroundstation take the circle line to Paddington Station, where you can board the Heathrow Express. By Car the Sat Nav Codes: Terminal 1- TW6 1AP Terminal 2- TW6 1EW Terminal 3- TW6 1QG Terminal 4- TW6 3XA Terminal 5- TW6 2GA

Crystal Palace Football Club are an English professional football club based in South Norwood, London.

The official site of the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club.

Twickenham Stadium, the home of England rugby. Seating an impressive 82,000 spectators, Twickenham is the largest dedicated rugby union.

Premier League football stadium, home to Arsenal FC and some large-scale, close-season pop concerts.

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, in London, United Kingdom, is a sporting complex built for the 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2012 Summer Paralympics, situated to the east of the city adjacent to the Stratford City development.

Experience world-class racing with a fantastic view of the racecourse and London skyline.

Stamford Bridge is the home ground of Chelsea Football Club.

International Cricket Venue and home of Surrey County Cricket Club.

White Hart Lane is an all-seater football stadium located in Tottenham, London, UK. It is the home of Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League

Wembley Stadium is a football stadium in Wembley Park, London, England.