KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe
A view of London overlooking the river.

Venue + Travel

Venue Information

The ExCeL London building and surrounding buildings from the view of the water.

Excel London

Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL, United Kingdom

Venue Sustainability

Excel London has become a leading international exhibition and conference center in the UK. Committed to sustainability, Excel aims to inspire others to address the climate emergency, with significant achievements and ambitious goals outlined in their Sustainability Strategy published in October 2023.

  • 80% of catering menus use British seasonal fruit and vegetables.
  • Utilizes 100% renewable electricity and sends zero waste to landfills.
  • Supports five local charity partners and houses one of the UK’s largest wormeries to recycle food waste.
  • Signed the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge, committing to a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
  • Partnered with TRACE, a carbon measurement platform for events, to support real-time carbon tracking and reduction.

Learn more about the venue’s commitment to sustainability.

Hotel Information

Please note, rooms will most likely sell out in advance of the room block close dates listed below. We encourage you to book early to secure a room at the conference rate.

Important: The Linux Foundation will never reach out to attendees by phone to make hotel reservations for our conferences. Please be advised that the most secure way to book in our discounted room block is by using the direct booking link provided below or by calling the hotel directly. If you receive a phone call or email from someone claiming to be with The Linux Foundation or the hotel and they attempt to sell you a hotel room, please email us at housing@linuxfoundation.org.

Novotel London Excel

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
240.00 GBP- Single Occupancy
260.00 GBP Double Occupancy
280.00 GBP- Triple occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT (included)
Rate Includes: VAT, Breakfast, and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 3 March 2025 at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
Royal Victoria Dock, 7 Western Gateway, London E16 1AA, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 4.345 km
Walking: 0.048 km

Cancellation Policy
Full payment will be required at taken at time of booking. refunds will be accepted 10 days prior to arrival. 9 days prior to arrival refunds will not be accepted

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

ibis London Excel Docklands

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
170.00 GBP- Songle Occipamcy
195.00 GBP- Double Occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT (included)
Rate Includes: VAT, Breakfast, and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 3 March 2025 at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
Royal Victoria Dock, 9 Western Gateway, London E16 1AB, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 4.345 km
Walking: 0.048 km

Cancellation Policy
Full payment will be required at taken at time of booking. refunds will be accepted 10 days prior to arrival. 9 days prior to arrival refunds will not be accepted

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

Hampton by Hilton London Docklands

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
189.00 GBP- pre nights
269.00 GBP- 31 March, 1, 2, 3 April
249.00 GBP- 4 April
189.00 GBP- 5 April

Rates are for single or double occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT
Rate Includes: VAT, Breakfast, and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 26 Jan at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
Dockside Rd, London E16 2FQ, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 1.931 km
Walking: 1.931 km

Cancellation Policy
60 days prior to arrival to avoid a fee equal to the full value of the reservation

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

Crowne Plaza London Docklands, an IHG Hotel

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
Standard Room
269.00 GBP- Single Occupancy
289.00 GBP Double Occupancy
309.00 GBP- Triple Occupancy

Superior Room
299.00 GBP- Single Occupancy
319.00 GBP Double Occupancy
339.00 GBP- Triple Occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT
Rate Includes: Breakfast and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 27 Feb at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
Royal Victoria Dock, Western Gateway, London E16 1AL, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 4.184 km
Walking: 0.064 km

Cancellation Policy
No fee if canccelled 31 days prior to arrival

The cancellation fee, if canceled 30 days or less, is the full value of the reservation

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

Novotel London Canary Wharf

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
Superior Double Room
190.00 GBP- Single Occupancy
200.00 GBP Double Occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT
Rate Includes: Breakfast and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 27 Feb at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
40 Marsh Wall, London E14 9TP, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 7.563 km
Walking: 5.632 km

Cancellation Policy
No fee if canccelled 31 days prior to arrival

The cancellation fee, if canceled 30 days or less, is the full value of the reservation

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

Holiday Inn Express London – Excel, an IHG Hotel

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
299.0 GBP- Single or Double Occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT (included)
Rate Includes: Breakfast Buffet for one and Wi-Fi in the guest room

Room Block Closes: 27 Feb at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
1018 Dockside Rd, London E16 2FQ, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 1.770 km
Walking: 2.092 km

Cancellation Policy
No fee if canccelled 4 days prior to arrival

The cancellation fee, if canceled 3 days or less, is the full value of the reservation

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

ibis London Canning Town

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
Standard Double or Twin Room
190.00 GBP- Single Occupancy
210.00 GBP Double Occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT (included)
Rate Includes: Breakfast and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 27 Feb at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
8 Silvertown Way, London E16 1ED, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 3.701 km
Walking: 1.931 km

Cancellation Policy
No fee if canccelled 31 days prior to arrival

The cancellation fee, if canceled 30 days or less, is the full value of the reservation

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

Hilton London Canary Wharf

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
289.00 GBP- Single Occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT (included)
Rate Includes: VAT, Breakfast, and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 27 Feb at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
S Quay Square, Marsh Wall, London E14 9SH, United

Distance to Venue
Driving: 7.402 km
Walking: 5.471 km

Cancellation Policy
No fee if canccelled 31 days prior to arrival

The cancellation fee, if canceled 30 days or less, is the full value of the reservation

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

Courtyard London City Airport

Dates with Availability
March 29, 30, 31 &
April 1, 2, 3, 4

Room Rates Start From:
King or Twin Beds
200.00 GBP- Single Occupancy
215.00 GBP- Double Occupancy
Taxes: 20% VAT (included)
Rate Includes: VAT, Breakfast, and Wi-Fi

Room Block Closes: 27 Feb at 23:59 GMT
(Please note, the rate is valid until the cut-off date or the room block is full)

Hotel Rating: ★★★★ | Hotel Website

Hotel Address
10 Connaught Rd, London E16 2AE, United Kingdom

Distance to Venue
Driving: 1.931 km
Walking: 2.253 km

Cancellation Policy
No fee if canccelled 27 days prior to arrival

The cancellation fee, if canceled 28 days or less, is the full value of the reservation

Early Departure Fee
The value of the full reservation

No-Show Fee
The value of the full reservation

Alternate Lodging Options

The Linux Foundation has not contracted rooms at these properties and cannot guarantee rates or availability.

Good Hotel London, a floating Hotel

Rating: 3 Stars

Rates starting from: £166.32, Discount Code: KubeCon

Address:
Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1FA, United Kingdom

Phone: 44 0 20 3637 7407

Aloft London Excel

Rating: 4 Stars

Rates starting from: £284.00

Address:
One Eastern Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London E16 1FR, United Kingdom

Phone: 44 20 3203 0700

Moxy London Excel

Rating: 3 Stars

Rates starting from: £218.00

Address:
1014 Dockside Rd, London E16 2FQ, United Kingdom

Phone: 44 20 7031 1683

Travel Requirements

Check your travel requirements regarding visas or Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETA) in advance of your travels.

Starting January 2025, many visitors from visa-exempt countries, including the U.S., Canada, and Australia, will need a UK ETA for entry. The ETA application is quick and can be completed online, with approval often granted within a few days. It allows multiple entries for short stays of up to six months for purposes such as tourism, business, or transiting.

To verify whether you require an ETA and to begin your application, visit the gov.uk for detailed guidance and eligibility criteria. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.

Getting There

London is accessible via international train service, ferries, and six international airports. Plan your journey using Transport for London’s journey planner. Visit the official visitor guide for the latest traveler information!

Icon of airplane orbiting the planet

Airport Information

London City Airport (LCY)

View London City Airport’s Route Map

Distance From the Venue:

  • Distance: 2.4 miles
  • Drive Time: approximately 5 minutes
  • Public Transportation Time: approximately 11 minutes (bus)

Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Distance From the Venue:

  • Distance: 23 miles
  • Drive Time: approximately 1 hour, 15 minutes
  • Public Transportation Time: approximately 50 minutes (Elizabeth Line)
Icon of a train

Public Transportation

Excel London is connected by the Elizabeth Line, three DLR stations, numerous bus stops, and a cable car station.

The Elizabeth Line and DLR are the quickest routes to the venue. Stop at the Custom House station for the west entrance or the Prince Regent station for the ICC and east entrance.

General Information

Transport for London (TfL)

Closest Train Stations

Custom House (Elizabeth Line)

Prince Regent (DLR)

Map titled Elizabeth line travel times to Excel London and mainline stations.
Icon of a car with a parking sign

Parking

At the Venue

£25.00 per day, per vehicle, per entry

Access to the car park is only via the A13. View the Excel campus travel map for detailed information. Want to guarantee your parking space? Conveniently pre-book your parking for a guaranteed spot.

Nearby

Horizon Parking

Dockside Road Parking (DoubleTree by Hilton Excel Centre, E16)

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Book now.

Are you looking for a way to get to KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe 2025?

Join the KubeTrain community, not just a sustainable travel option, but also a network of professionals passionate about the cloud native sector. This unique experience offers not only a reduction in environmental impact but also the opportunity to share ideas and projects with colleagues during the journey.

Discover more and sign up for this exceptional adventure by visiting the website https://kubetrain.io/.

Airline Discounts

United Airlines logo

United Airlines

We are pleased to partner with United Airlines for air travel to our upcoming event.

  • To make flight reservations online please click on discount code ZQAH621978
  • Travel is valid between the dates of 28/03/2025 – 08/04/2025.
  • MileagePlus members earn valuable miles for their travel when using the Meetings discount code.
  • Travel available into London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

You may also call the United Meeting Reservations Desk Monday – Friday at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance.

Booking fees are waived for Meeting reservations. 

International customers may contact their local United Reservations Desk. 

Delta Airlines logo

Delta Airlines

Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for The Linux Foundation.

Please click here to book your flights. Available travel dates are 25/03/2025 – 10/04/2025.

You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY3JK

*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.

Sponsors

Diamond

Platinum

Gold

Silver

Start-up

End User