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International Security Expo 2027 runs 24 to 25 November at Olympia London, London. 10,000+ security professionals
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Where to stay for International Security Expo 2027: the closest hotels to Olympia London are in Kensington (Olympia) and Hammersmith, with Earl's Court a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
International Security Expo returns to the Grand Hall at Olympia London on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 November 2027, a move to a late November slot after recent editions in late September. The organiser says it brings together more than 10,000 professionals responsible for the security and resilience of businesses, people and critical national infrastructure, counter terrorism, and homeland and international security, with over 300 exhibiting brands. Alongside the show floor run the Global Counter Terror & Security Summit, the International Security & Resilience Conference, live demonstrations, specialist zones and trails, and the co-located International Cyber Expo, which the same pass covers. It is a trade only event: free to attend, every application is vetted, and under 18s are not admitted. Olympia is in Kensington, west London, next to Kensington (Olympia) station, so Kensington, Hammersmith, Earl's Court and Shepherd's Bush are the most practical areas for International Security Expo hotels, with central London a short ride away. This page shows live hotel rates near Olympia for your dates; your visitor pass comes from the organiser and is separate from your hotel booking.
Popular areas for attendees: Kensington (Olympia) · Hammersmith · Earl's Court · Shepherd's Bush.
- London hotels for International Security Expo sorted by distance to Olympia, from Kensington and Hammersmith to Earl's Court and Shepherd's Bush
- Live rates for 24 to 25 November 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for one show day, both days or stand build
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your registration is still being vetted
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form for exhibitor teams and delegations
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 24 Nov to 25 Nov 2027
- Venue
- Olympia London
- City
- London, United Kingdom
- Airport
- LHR
- Attendance
- 10,000+ security professionals
Hotels near Olympia London for International Security Expo 2027
Hotel bookings for International Security Expo 2027 open about a year ahead. These are the closest hotels to Olympia London, with the distance and the walk or ride time. We show live prices as soon as rooms open.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Olympia London
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel 65★★★ | 0.9 km | ~14 min walk |
| W6 Hotel Hammersmith★★★ | 1.3 km | ~6 min ride |
More hotels close to Olympia London
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Inn by Marriott London Kensington★★★★ | 0.6 km | ~10 min walk |
| The Marloes★★★★ | 0.8 km | ~13 min walk |
| Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison★★★★★ | 1.5 km | ~6 min ride |
| The Milestone Hotel★★★★★ | 1.8 km | ~7 min ride |
Booking hotels for a team or company?
Book several rooms near Olympia London, keep every stay on a free-cancellation rate, and add your company name and tax number at checkout to receive an itemised invoice for your accounts, emailed the moment you book.
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Send this page to colleagues so everyone books their own room near the venue, all at today's rate.
Exhibiting or sending a team? Tell us how many rooms you need and we will send a personalised quote within 24 hours, with the distance from every hotel to Olympia London. If the closest hotels are nearly full, we split your team across neighbouring hotels a few minutes apart. Corporate accommodation for International Security Expo
Where should you eat during International Security Expo?
ExCeL sits in the docks, but the Elizabeth line puts serious dining 15 minutes away. Book the client dinner in town and keep the dockside gastropub for post-show pints.
Photo: Da Terra / Google MapsDa Terra
Latin American-Italian tasting menus
Bethnal Green, ~25 min from ExCeL via Elizabeth line
Rafael Cagali's two-star room in the old Bethnal Green Town Hall: East London's most impressive client-dinner ticket and the closest two-star to the Royal Docks.
Tip: Last seatings ~8pm: leave the show floor by 7. Book before DSEI/WTM week.
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Photo: Galvin La Chapelle / Google MapsGalvin La Chapelle
French-Mediterranean
Spitalfields, Elizabeth line from Custom House (~15 min)
A soaring converted Victorian chapel holding its Michelin star since 2011: one of the easiest genuinely impressive rooms to reach from ExCeL.
Tip: The set lunch is strong value for a starred room between sessions.
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Photo: Max Gruber / Google MapsRules
Traditional British · since 1798
Covent Garden, ~30 min from ExCeL
London's oldest restaurant: game in season, steak and kidney pie year-round, beneath gilded art-crammed walls. The definitive old-London experience for international colleagues.
Tip: Upstairs cocktail bar for a pre-dinner martini; book evenings.
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British nose-to-tail
Smithfield, Elizabeth line to Farringdon (~15 min)
Fergus Henderson's whitewashed smokehouse has defined modern British cooking since 1994: Michelin-starred, unfussy, and beloved by every chef you'll meet.
Tip: Roast bone marrow and parsley salad; zero dress-code anxiety.
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Photo: The Fox, Excel / Google MapsThe Fox Excel
Gastropub
Royal Victoria Dock, 2 min walk from ExCeL's west entrance
A converted tobacco warehouse beside the ExCeL entrance: the default for post-show pints, casual client catch-ups and decent pub food without leaving the docks.
Tip: Slammed within an hour of halls closing: grab a table before 5:30pm.
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Photo: Izzie Peskett / Google MapsWatchHouse Cabot Place
Specialty coffee
Canary Wharf, one Elizabeth-line stop from Custom House
The polished specialty roaster's Canary Wharf outpost: excellent espresso and laptop-friendly seating, the best serious coffee minutes from ExCeL.
Tip: Before 8:30am on show days to beat the Wharf commuter rush.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after International Security Expo: bookable experiences in London, same account, same checkout.
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How do you get to International Security Expo?
From London Heathrow (LHR)
- Heathrow describes the Piccadilly line as the most cost-effective rail route into London: trains stop at all Heathrow terminals and the airport puts the journey to central London at about 50 minutes
- For Olympia, the venue suggests taking the Piccadilly line to Barons Court or Hammersmith; Olympia puts Barons Court at a 9 minute walk, and Hammersmith at 5 minutes by bus or a 15 minute walk
- Heathrow says Piccadilly line trains run between 05:00 and 23:30, so check the last train if you land late on a weekday
- The N9 night bus runs every 30 minutes from Terminal 5 and Heathrow Central bus station, according to the airport, and Olympia lists the N9 among the night buses that stop near the venue
By rail, Tube and car
- The organiser says Kensington (Olympia) is on the London Overground network, one stop from Shepherd's Bush (Central line) or West Brompton (District line), and the venue is next to the station
- Olympia says the station is served by the London Overground Mildmay line, with frequent trains between Stratford and Clapham Junction, and by Southern services to Watford Junction
- The organiser recommends public transport: Olympia can offer only very limited parking on site and pre-booking is essential to guarantee a space
- Olympia is inside London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), so check whether your vehicle is charged before you drive in
How do you get around during International Security Expo?
Getting to Olympia each show day
- The show runs on a Wednesday and Thursday, so the weekday route applies: Olympia says to change at West Brompton on the District line for a 2 minute Overground journey to Kensington (Olympia)
- From the Central line, change at Shepherd's Bush for a 2 minute Overground train to Kensington (Olympia)
- On foot, Olympia puts West Kensington at a 12 minute walk or a 4 minute bus ride and Barons Court at a 9 minute walk
- Olympia asks visitors to check the TfL status page for the latest service updates before setting off
Buses and evenings
- Bus routes 9, 23, 27, 28, 49 and 391 stop a short walk from the venue, according to Olympia
- Route 9 runs to Aldwych and route 23 to Westbourne Park, handy if you stay further into central London
- Night buses N9, N23, N27 and N28 also stop nearby, useful after the networking drinks at the end of day one
- The nearest free cash machines, the organiser says, are outside the Post Office at 8-10 North End Road and outside Sainsbury's Local on Kensington High Street
Do you need a visa for International Security Expo?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- British and Irish passport holders do not need an ETA or a visa
- Most visitors who do not need a visa, including those from Europe, the USA, Canada and Australia, need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they travel
- An ETA costs £20 and lets you visit the UK for up to six months; apply only through GOV.UK, as other websites may charge more
- Each person travelling needs their own ETA; the organiser also reminds visitors that an ETA is not a visa and does not guarantee entry
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals who are not eligible for an ETA need a Standard Visitor visa to attend International Security Expo; check your nationality on GOV.UK
- A Standard Visitor visa costs £135 for up to six months, and the earliest you can apply is three months before you travel
- GOV.UK allows visitors to attend trade fairs to promote their business, but you cannot sell things at a trade fair or do paid work for a UK client
- The organiser does not issue visa letters to visitors; it suggests using the email that confirms your approved registration as supporting documentation, and only invited speakers and fully paid exhibitors can get a support letter
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, the same one you used for your ETA or visa
- Your International Security Expo badge, printed at home if you can, plus a form of ID such as a business card, as the organiser may ask for one
- Your hotel booking and return travel details, in case the Border Force officer asks about your visit
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements on GOV.UK before you book.
First time at International Security Expo?
- Opening times are 09:30 to 17:30 on Wednesday 24 November and 09:30 to 16:00 on Thursday 25 November 2027
- Registration for 2027 had not opened when we checked; the organiser's site offers a register your interest form, and once registration opens it aims to review applications within 3 working days
- The show is free but trade only: visitors must work in security or cyber, the armed forces, government, procurement, specifying, end user operations, trade media or research, all attendees are vetted, and under 18s are not admitted under any circumstances
- Register with a work email address: the organiser says a personal email may delay approval and lead to requests for more information
- The Summit and Conference sessions are free and first come, first served, so arrive early for the ones you most want to hear
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- One pass covers both International Security Expo and the co-located International Cyber Expo, and you can walk directly between them inside Olympia
- The cloakroom is to the right of the main entrance inside the hall and opens from 09:00 until half an hour after the show closes, with a charge per item each day
- International buyers with an active requirement can look at the organiser's Global Meetings & Delegations Programme before travelling
International Security Expo travel FAQs
When is International Security Expo 2027?
International Security Expo takes place 24 Nov to 25 Nov 2027 at Olympia London in London, United Kingdom.
Where is International Security Expo held?
International Security Expo is held at Olympia London in London, United Kingdom. The nearest airport is LHR.
When and where is International Security Expo 2027?
International Security Expo 2027 takes place on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 November 2027 in the Grand Hall at Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, Kensington, London W14 8UX. Doors are open from 09:30 to 17:30 on day one and 09:30 to 16:00 on day two.
Is International Security Expo free, and who can attend?
Yes, the organiser says the event is free to attend, including the summit and conference programme. It is a business to business event for security industry professionals, bodies and associations; all attendees are vetted and under 18s are not admitted. Your pass is separate from any hotel booking.
Where should I stay for International Security Expo?
Kensington near Olympia is the shortest trip to the Grand Hall, with Hammersmith, Earl's Court and Shepherd's Bush close by on foot, by bus or on the Overground. Central London hotels near the Central or District lines work too, with a change at Shepherd's Bush or West Brompton for Kensington (Olympia).
Does my pass cover International Cyber Expo?
Yes. The organiser says the two events are co-located and registering for one gives you access to both, and you can pass directly between them within Olympia.
Can I get a visa invitation letter?
Not as a visitor. The organiser only issues visa support letters to invited speakers and to exhibitors who have paid for their stands in full, and recommends that visitors use their registration approval email as supporting documentation.
Does International Security Expo have an official hotel partner?
The organiser names Event Express as its official accommodation supplier. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with International Security Expo or its organiser; we show live rates across many hotels near Olympia so you can compare.
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