MCM Comic Con London 2026 at ExCeL: Where to Stay

MCM Comic Con London returns to ExCeL for a three-day celebration of gaming, anime, comics and pop culture. Running Friday 23 to Sunday 25 October 2026, the show fills the Royal Victoria Dock venue with fans, cosplayers, creators and exhibitors from across the UK. The weekend brings guest panels, cosplay contests including the Cosplay Central Crown Championships, a buzzing show floor with the Creator Pavilion, gaming zones and Pop Asia, plus Friday After Hours running until 9pm. Tickets come as priority, general, weekend and VIP options, and the show draws tens of thousands of attendees to the Docklands. Booking a room near ExCeL early is the easiest way to keep the weekend stress-free. Staying within walking distance of the halls means shorter queues, easier costume changes and no late-night DLR dash. Browse the hotels around ExCeL and lock in your stay before the weekend fills up.