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About the Hotel
Whitcomb Street, Trafalgar Square,
London,
United Kingdom,
WC2H 7HG,
Greater London
Thistle London Trafalgar Square is situated in Westminster Borough, distinguished for its proximity to prominent shopping and cultural attractions. The hotel serves as an ideal base for travelers looking to explore iconic landmarks such as the National Gallery and the theatres of the West End. With a focus on providing quality comfort, it caters to both leisure and business guests alike. Its central location ensures easy access to various forms of public transport.
Location
Located in Westminster, the hotel is close to popular destinations such as Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square. Public transportation options, including nearby tube stations, provide convenient access to the wider London area. Guests can easily navigate to key attractions, shopping districts, and dining options, making it an ideal starting point for exploring the city.
Rooms
The hotel features 108 en-suite rooms, designed for comfort and convenience. Each room is equipped with a Smart TV, a personal Nespresso machine, and complimentary mineral water. Free ultra-fast WiFi is available throughout, making it suitable for both leisure and business travelers. The spacious rooms are furnished to provide a relaxing environment in the heart of London.
Eat & Drink
Thistle London Trafalgar Square offers a delightful dining experience at its on-site restaurant, which specializes in modern British and European cuisines. Guests can enjoy breakfast, light bites, and dinner on the terrace or in a cozy lounge setting. The hotel also features a bar where guests can unwind with drinks before or after exploring the vibrant surroundings.
Leisure & Business
For business travelers, the hotel offers various meeting and event spaces equipped with fast, free WiFi. Those seeking leisure can take advantage of the hotel's proximity to local attractions such as theatres and galleries. The central location allows for easy exploration of London's entertainment options, ensuring a fulfilling stay.
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The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Delicious Breakfast!
The breakfast spread was delightful, with fresh offerings and plenty of choices to start the day right.view full review
Comfortable Room!
The room was spacious and featured a huge, comfortable bed that provided the perfect sleep after a long day.view full review
Excellent Shower!
The shower was incredible, with strong pressure and great temperature control, making for a refreshing experience.view full review
Great Coffee Machine!
The in-room coffee machine was a lovely touch, allowing us to enjoy freshly brewed coffee at our convenience.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
Jacuzzi
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Whitcomb Street, Trafalgar Square,
London,
United Kingdom,
WC2H 7HG,
Greater London
Map view
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Whitcomb Street, Trafalgar Square,
London,
United Kingdom,
WC2H 7HG,
Greater London
City landmarks
Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building
Coca-Cola London Eye
1.3
km
Museum
The British Museum
1.4
km
Garden
Buckingham Palace
1.6
km
Church
Westminster Abbey
1.3
km
Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament
Big Ben
1.7
km
Park
Hyde Park
2.5
km
Public Building
Houses of Parliament
1.4
km
Opera House
Covent Garden
840 m
Gallery
Tate Modern
2.2
km
Clive Steps
Churchill War Rooms
980 m
Oxford Street
Oxford Street
900 m
Palace
St James's Park
1.1
km
Marylebone Rd
Madame Tussauds London
2.3
km
Whitehall Palace Whitehall Horse Guards Avenue
Banqueting House
610 m
Market
Borough Market
2.8
km
Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum
3.2
km
Church
St Paul's Cathedral
2.3
km
Museum
London Transport Museum
820 m
Aquarium
SEA LIFE Centre London Aquarium
1.5
km
Church
Westminster
2.1
km
Great Central House
Marylebone
2.1
km
Castle
Tower of London
3.8
km
Museum
Sir John Soane's Museum
1.4
km
Seven Dials Covent Garden
Seven Dials
740 m
Gallery
Wallace Collection
2.2
km
Nearby
Square
Trafalgar Square
440 m
Museum
National Gallery
250 m
Square
Piccadilly Circus
370 m
Gallery
National Portrait Gallery
170 m
Restaurants
Angus Steakhouse
270 m
20 Cranbourn Street Leicester Square
Planet Hollywood
180 m
57-60 Haymarket
Thyme
0 m
2 Festoon Way Royal Victoria Dock
Steak & Co. Leicester Square Charing Cross
210 m
3-5 Charing Cross Road Leicester Square
Garfunkel's
240 m
25-34 Cockspur Street
Bella Italia
360 m
1 Cranbourn Street Leicester Square
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co
230 m
Trocadero Centre 13 Coventry Street Unit 75 Trocadero
Busaba Leicester Square
110 m
35 Panton Street Leicester Square
Brumus - Haymarket Hotel
220 m
1 Suffolk Place Haymarket Hotel
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly staff
Great location
Disappointed service
Pricey breakfast
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.3
Location
8.9
Service
8.7
Dining
7.1
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 22 reviews
7.8
7.8/10based on 3225 reviews
Edward
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.8/10
The hotel is situated in a prime location, close to Trafalgar Square and within walking distance of many London attractions. The rooms are a nice size, but I was disappointed that I couldn't get a beer or coffee from the bar at 8 pm as it was closed. The service was exceptional, with a complimentary bottle of wine at check-in and a great breakfast selection. The dining experience was top-notch, and the facilities were well-tended and constantly stocked.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are a nice size, but I was disappointed by careless neglect on a duvet cover.
Service
9.0
The service was professional and friendly; they even sorted out an earlier check-in for us.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is truly ideal for sightseeing, just around the corner from Trafalgar Square and close to many London hotspots.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was exceptional, one of the best I've encountered in hotels.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were busy but well-tended, with everything constantly stocked and maintained.
Friendly staff
Disappointed service
John
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.4/10
The hotel is perfectly situated near Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square, offering an ideal base to explore the city. The rooms were a mix of worn-out and lovely, and the service was top-notch, especially thanks to Katerina at reception. The dining was a hit or miss with some delicious dishes but also long wait times. A location that can't be beaten for its proximity to major attractions, although surrounded by construction sites.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms offered a mix of worn-out and lovely spaces.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, particularly Katerina at reception.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located near Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a mix of delicious dishes and long waiting times.
Facilities
7.0
Jim
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious, beautifully decorated, and equipped with everything I needed. They were nice and clean, although a bit on the darker side - lighter curtains would have been helpful. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to take care of my needs. The location was fantastic, with easy access to nearby attractions and friendly staff. The dining experience had its ups and downs. The facilities were great overall.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, beautifully decorated, and well-equipped.
Service
9.0
The staff at the hotel were incredibly helpful, friendly, and attentive.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect, right next to Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery. It was convenient for visiting nearby attractions and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs. The breakfast was lovely, and the dining room was spotlessly clean. However, there were some hiccups with wait times and availability of food choices.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay. From room service to laundry, everything was well taken care of.
Friendly staff
Dark rooms
Henry
United States,
February
2024
8.6/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were noisy at night, but they seemed nicely refurbished with a lovely drench shower in the clean bathroom. The bed was super comfy, and the bathroom was spacious, which was a plus.
Rooms
7.5
The room was well appointed with a super comfy bed and a large bathroom.
Service
9.0
The staff at the hotel were wonderful, helpful, and genuinely friendly.
Location
8.0
The hotel is within walking distance of many attractions in the heart of London with friendly service.
Dining
8.5
The breakfast was not included, but the dining experience was very good with plenty of choice.
Facilities
The hotel had good facilities available for guests.
Jamie
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.6/10
The hotel is super conveniently located, just around the corner from Leicester Square, making it perfect for theatre land and shopping. The rooms, while in need of a face lift and lacking proper ventilation, are clean and offer a cozy place to rest. The service, initially slow to respond, turned out to be friendly and helpful, adding to the overall positive experience. Dining was top class with options for everyone, although it could get busy. The location is difficult to beat, being near major attractions and transport links.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are clean and comfortable, despite needing a face lift and lacking ventilation.
Service
8.0
The service, initially slow, turned out to be friendly and very helpful.
Location
10.0
The location is just perfect, right beside the National Gallery and walking distance from major attractions and transport hubs.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was top class with a variety of options, suitable even for vegans.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, adding to the overall convenience and comfort of the stay.
Peter
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.6/10
The hotel is wonderfully located between Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square, providing easy access to the vibrant city center. While the room setup with an awkward sit-down shower and basin at crotch height was a bit unconventional, the staff's warmth and helpfulness made for a pleasant stay. However, encountering a very rude receptionist was a downside. The dining experience was satisfactory, though not all dishes were served at ideal temperatures.
Rooms
7.0
The room's layout with an awkward sit-down shower and basin at crotch height was a bit unusual, but the overall cleanliness and comfort were satisfactory.
Service
8.0
The staff were incredibly helpful and courteous, except for one rude receptionist encounter.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is superb, nestled between Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square, making it an ideal hub for exploring the city's theater district and iconic landmarks.
Dining
7.0
The dining offerings had all the essentials, but the lack of ideal food temperatures slightly detracted from the experience.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provided adequate facilities for a comfortable stay, though some minor improvements could enhance the overall guest experience.
Ted
United States,
January
2024
7.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room, though well-appointed and clean, turned out to be quite compact and had some issues like a freezing cold bathroom and an erratic shower temperature. On the bright side, the location was truly fantastic, right in the center of London with easy access to many attractions. The service was friendly and helpful, although some minor details were lacking. The dining experience, while satisfactory, left room for improvement in terms of quality. Overall, a decent stay with some room for enhancement.
Rooms
7.0
The room, though clean and well-appointed, was quite compact and had temperature control issues in the bathroom and with the shower.
Service
8.0
The staff was overall very pleasant and unobtrusive, but some small details were missing in the service.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was truly fantastic, right in the heart of London, making it convenient to explore the city's major attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining options covered the basics but left room for improvement in terms of quality, especially considering the price.
Facilities
The hotel offers the standard facilities one would expect but could enhance the overall experience with some improvements.
Ralph
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were well-equipped, and the bed was extremely comfortable, but the view overlooking a building site was a downside. The included breakfasts were a great bonus.
Rooms
8.0
My room was very well equipped and the bed was extremely large and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff were very helpful and accommodating, even offering a discounted coffee and Danish option. They were a pleasure to deal with.
Location
9.0
The location was superb, with easy access to Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, and other tourist areas. Perfect for exploring London on foot.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was enjoyable, especially the fresh orange juice and good coffee. However, the seating area could have been more comfortable.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had everything I needed, especially the breakfast included. However, the dining area could have been more comfortable.
Walter
United States,
December
2023
6.6/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious, clean, with a good size shower and reliable internet, but unfortunately, we couldn't shower for 2 days. The location was perfect for exploring key sights, although it was noisy during my stay, and the dining options were limited.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and clean with a good size shower. Despite the reliable internet and easy walking distance to sights, we had issues with not being able to shower for 2 days.
Service
8.0
The service offered to us was polite and helpful. Although there was one rude encounter, overall the staff were wonderful.
Location
8.0
The location was just perfect, right beside the National Gallery, Leister square, and Trafalgar square, making exploring the city very convenient. However, the noise level was a downside during my stay.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not as expected with a poor selection and no gluten-free options. I had to skip dining at the restaurant because of this.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities were adequate, but unfortunately, the noise from the nearby warehouse affected the overall experience.
great location
noisy environment
John
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.8/10
The hotel's location is superb for exploring London, being close to major attractions and shopping areas. The rooms, although a bit small and cramped, provided a noisy experience due to street-side positioning. The service was friendly and attentive but a bit inconsistent at times. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with delicious food but some temperature issues. Overall, a convenient stay with some drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a little small and cramped, leading to some noise from the street.
Service
8.0
The staff was very welcoming and attentive, though service could be a bit hit and miss.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, just minutes away from Leicester Square, Oxford Street, and many other attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its moments, with some delicious but slightly overpriced options.
Facilities
The hotel offers standard facilities that meet basic needs for a stay in London.
James
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is ideally located between Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus in a quiet side street, perfect for walking to many theatres, the Thames, and numerous tourist attractions. Despite the need for refurbishing, the staff are close to the theatre district and offer a great view of the National Gallery and the London Eye. The service is top-notch with professional, courteous, very helpful, and friendly staff, although the dining options are average with very little choice.
Rooms
6.0
The room had a strong smell of cigarettes and a musty odor in the wardrobe, but I did enjoy the very 'compact' shower room.
Service
9.0
The staff, from the receptionist to the maintenance person who fixed the dysfunctional safe in the room, were incredibly helpful and friendly.
Location
8.0
The location is perfect for exploring the vibrant theater district and is a minute walk from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. It offers a great view of the National Gallery and the London Eye.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a good assortment of hot and cold foods and was more than sufficient to kickstart the day, though the choices were limited.
Facilities
7.0
Janet
United States,
October
2023
8.0/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel right in the heart of the city, just off Trafalgar Square and a short distance from Leicester Square. My room, located on the corner of the building with two walls of windows, wasn't fully prepared upon my late arrival, but the overall tranquility of the hotel made up for it.
Rooms
8.0
My room was situated perfectly on the corner of the building, offering great natural light with two walls of windows. Although it wasn't fully ready when I arrived late in the evening, the quiet atmosphere of the hotel added to the overall experience.
Service
9.0
The service at this hotel was exceptional. The staff upgraded my room and even included a mini prosecco for my birthday. They were helpful, pleasant, and willing to assist with any request, going above and beyond to ensure a delightful stay. They graciously stored my bags after check-out without any fuss.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, situated near iconic landmarks like Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square, making it a convenient base for exploring the city. Being close to Charing Cross tube station and various attractions like the National Gallery, West End, and Covent Garden is a big plus.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory with well-cooked, fresh dishes. However, our seating location was a bit awkward, causing discomfort as people had to pass closely by our table. The food was consistently hot, fresh, and tasty each morning, offering a good selection of hot and cold options.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were adequate, providing essential services like room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink. While not extravagant, they met basic needs efficiently.
Great Location
Room Unprepared
Alfred
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.2/10
My stay at the hotel was truly special. The rooms were spacious and modern, perfect for our celebration, although a bit restricted in terms of space for our belongings. The service was exceptional, with everyone being so friendly and helpful. The location was ideal, right between Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square, making it easy to explore the city. The dining experience offered a wide selection of delicious dishes, catering to everyone's taste buds. The facilities provided added convenience and comfort to our stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were empty of clutter and decorated beautifully to enhance our special occasion, although a bit limited in space for storage.
Service
9.0
The staff truly went above and beyond to ensure all my needs were met. From organizing a cab to being friendly and courteous, they made my stay memorable.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect, nestled between two key attractions, making everything we wanted to see easily accessible.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was delightful, offering a wide array of food options to suit all tastes, although some items were overcooked and cold.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay, enhancing our overall experience.
Thomas
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. While the staff were friendly and accommodating, the room wasn't ready upon arrival, and we had to wait over an hour in the foyer. The room itself was clean and nice, but we later discovered we had been sleeping on a single bed sheet that didn't fully cover the double bed. The size of the room wasn't the biggest considering the price we paid.
Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and nice, but had a bedding issue.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and enjoyment.
Location
9.0
The hotel is excellently located in the heart of Leicester Square, close to many attractions and amenities.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were of a high standard with a good selection available.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a range of services that enhance the overall stay.
Howard
United States,
August
2023
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. The rooms were comfortable but had some cleanliness issues, with sticky floors and tables. On the bright side, the bed was cozy and the facilities were good. However, there was an odd lack of water in the room unlike in the other rooms I've stayed in. The service was top-notch, with professional and super-friendly staff always willing to assist. The location was perfect, close to major attractions and only a stone's throw away from Leicester Square and Chinatown. Despite some drawbacks, the hotel's overall value for money was decent.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable despite some cleanliness issues.
Service
9.0
I found the staff to be professional, courteous, and very friendly.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect, very close to major attractions and convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was great with a good variety of options and attentive service.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory and met my needs during my stay.