Photo: Olympia / Google MapsTop Drawer Spring 2027 Hotels
Top Drawer Spring 2027 runs 10 to 12 January at Olympia London, London. 10,000+ retailers each year
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Where to stay for Top Drawer Spring 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.
Top Drawer, London's trade show for design-led gifts, home and lifestyle products, holds its Spring/Summer 2027 edition at Olympia London from Sunday 10 to Tuesday 12 January 2027. The organiser reports more than 550 brands and 25,000 products, with over 10,000 retailers from 80+ countries attending each year, from independent stores and concept shops to online platforms and department store buyers. Note the venue: Top Drawer is at Olympia in Kensington, west London, not at ExCeL. That makes the best Top Drawer hotels the ones in Kensington, Hammersmith, Earl's Court and Shepherd's Bush, all within a short walk or one Overground stop of the Grand Hall. Central London stays work too if you want the West End in the evening. This page shows live hotel rates near Olympia for your dates, so you can compare London accommodation for Top Drawer as an independent alternative to the organiser's own accommodation partner.
Popular areas for attendees: Kensington (Olympia) · Hammersmith · Earl's Court · Shepherd's Bush.
- London hotels for Top Drawer sorted by distance to Olympia, from Kensington and Hammersmith to Earl's Court and Shepherd's Bush
- Live rates for 10 to 12 January 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for build-up days or extra buying appointments
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your buying plans firm up
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a team or exhibitor group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 10 Jan to 12 Jan 2027
- Venue
- Olympia London
- City
- London, United Kingdom
- Airport
- LHR
- Attendance
- 10,000+ retailers each year
Live rates near the venue
Hotels near Olympia London for Top Drawer Spring 2027
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Flexible rooms prioritised so plans can change without penalty.
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Hotels ranked by walking distance to the halls.
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Rates shown for the event window, Sat, Jan 9 → Wed, Jan 13 (arrive the day before, leave the day after), or choose your own dates above.
Hotel rates near major event venues rise as the dates approach and the closest hotels sell out first. Booking a free-cancellation rate early locks the price with no downside.
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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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- Free-cancellation rates prioritised for changing plans
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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 Top Drawer Spring
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Where should you eat during Top Drawer Spring?
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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Photo: The Hiwaymann / Google MapsSt. JOHN
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 Top Drawer Spring: bookable experiences in London, same account, same checkout.
While you're in London
Few cities pack more world-class sport and entertainment into a business week than London, from Premier League nights to West End-scale arena shows.
Premier League football (Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs, West Ham)
With several top-flight clubs inside the city, there is usually a Premier League fixture within reach on any given trip during the season.
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One of the world's busiest arenas, The O2 almost always has a major artist, comedian or show on during your stay.
Find ticketsSix Nations rugby at Twickenham (Allianz Stadium)
England's home Six Nations matches are huge occasions, and hospitality packages suit client entertaining perfectly.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to Top Drawer Spring?
From London Heathrow (LHR)
- Heathrow is the closest major airport, around 45 to 60 minutes from Kensington by road
- The organiser suggests the Piccadilly line to Barons Court, then a 9 minute walk or a 5 minute bus to Olympia
- The Elizabeth line also links Heathrow with central London, with changes toward Olympia
From other London airports and by coach
- From Gatwick, take the train to Clapham Junction and change to the London Overground for Kensington (Olympia)
- Stansted, Luton and City airports all connect to central London by train, then Underground or Overground to Olympia; allow well over an hour
- National Express coaches arrive at Victoria Coach Station; take the District line to West Brompton, then the Overground to Kensington (Olympia)
How do you get around during Top Drawer Spring?
Public transport and reaching the venue
- Kensington (Olympia) station on the London Overground is next to the venue, one stop from Shepherd's Bush (Central line) or West Brompton (District line)
- On weekdays change at West Brompton for the Overground, or walk 8 minutes from West Kensington
- Top Drawer opens on a Sunday, when the organiser notes the District line runs to Kensington (Olympia) only from Earls Court, so check before you travel
- Use a contactless card or phone to tap in and out, which caps your daily fares automatically
Walking, buses and taxis
- Barons Court, West Kensington, Earls Court, Hammersmith, Shepherd's Bush and High Street Kensington are all within 20 minutes on foot
- Bus routes 9, 23, 27, 28, 49 and 391 stop a short walk from Olympia, with night buses N9, N23, N27 and N28
- Black cabs can be hailed on the street or booked, and rideshare apps operate widely across London
- Traffic in west London is heavy at peak times, so the Tube or Overground is often quicker than a car
Do you need a visa for Top Drawer Spring?
Entry to the United Kingdom
- Many visitors enter the UK for short business visits without a visa, though an Electronic Travel Authorisation may be required in advance for eligible nationalities.
- Passports should be valid for the duration of your stay, and border officers may ask about the purpose of your visit.
- Attending a trade fair as a visitor is generally permitted, but paid work is not covered by standard visitor entry.
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, plus your ETA or visa if you need one
- Your Top Drawer badge or registration confirmation and your hotel booking
- Proof that you work in the retail trade, such as a business card, which Top Drawer may also ask for at the door
Entry requirements change, so always verify the current rules with an official UK government source before you book travel.
First time at Top Drawer Spring?
- Top Drawer is trade only: register free in advance, as registering on site costs £20, and each person needs their own registration and email address
- Carry proof that you work in retail, such as a business card, as the organiser runs spot checks
- Opening hours are 09:30 to 17:30 on Sunday and Monday and 09:30 to 17:00 on Tuesday 12 January
- Children are strongly discouraged; if one comes, an adult must stay with them at all times
- This page covers the January Spring/Summer edition; if you are buying for a later season, check the organiser's site for other edition dates
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- The Sunday opening suits independent retailers who keep weekday trading going, so expect busy aisles on day one
- Parking at Olympia is limited and must be pre-booked through the venue, so most buyers arrive by Overground or Tube
- Kensington and Hammersmith hotels within walking distance save you the weekend Tube changes
Top Drawer Spring travel FAQs
When is Top Drawer Spring 2027?
Top Drawer Spring takes place 10 Jan to 12 Jan 2027 at Olympia London in London, United Kingdom.
Where is Top Drawer Spring held?
Top Drawer Spring is held at Olympia London in London, United Kingdom. The nearest airport is LHR.
When and where is Top Drawer Spring 2027?
Top Drawer's Spring/Summer 2027 edition runs from Sunday 10 to Tuesday 12 January 2027 at Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, W14 8UX. It is at Olympia in west London, not at ExCeL.
Where should I stay for Top Drawer?
Kensington near Olympia is the most convenient base, with Hammersmith, Earl's Court and Shepherd's Bush all within about 20 minutes on foot or a short Overground or Tube ride. Central London hotels work if you want the West End in the evening.
Is Top Drawer open to the public?
No. Top Drawer is a trade only show for people who work in retail, including those setting up a retail business. Registration is free in advance, and you should carry proof of trade.
Does Top Drawer have an official hotel partner?
Yes. The organiser names EventBeds as its accommodation partner. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with Top Drawer; we show live rates across many hotels near Olympia so you can compare.
How do I get to Olympia London?
Kensington (Olympia) on the London Overground is next to the venue. From Heathrow, the organiser suggests the Piccadilly line to Barons Court, then a short walk or bus.
Can you help with Top Drawer accommodation for a team?
Yes. Send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a team quote within 24 hours. You can change the check-in and check-out dates in the hotel search to match your schedule.
Register for your attendee badge
Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official Top Drawer Spring portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to Olympia London?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 25 October 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Olympia London
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn London Hammersmith - Talgarth Road★★★ | 0.8 km | ~13 min walk | £65 |
| Plaza Hotel Hammersmith★★★ | 0.9 km | ~15 min walk | £62 |
More hotels close to Olympia London
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marloes★★★★ | 0.8 km | ~13 min walk | £174 |
| The Kensington Hideaway★★★★ | 1.0 km | ~15 min walk | £169 |
| The Milestone Hotel★★★★★ | 1.8 km | ~7 min ride | £362 |
| The Milestone Hotel Apartments★★★★★ | 1.8 km | ~7 min ride | £373 |
EventEscapes is an independent travel platform and is not affiliated with Top Drawer Spring or its organizers. Dates and venues can change. Verify with the official event site before booking travel.