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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Tower Bridge

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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St Katharine's Way, London, England, E1W 1LD
  • Place, River Thames
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower of London
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower Bridge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(270 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(479 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, with Bridge View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(381 reviews)
  • River view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(178 reviews)
  • River view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Sleeper Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Sleeper Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(152 reviews)
  • City view
  • 107 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, with Bridge View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(115 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

London City Centre stay.A stay at this London City Centre hotel places you steps from Tower Bridge and within a 5-minute walk of Tower of London. Also, HMS Belfast is within half a mile (1 km) and The Shard is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • River Thames - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Financial District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tower Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Shard - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tower Gateway DLR Station - 6 min walk
  • Fenchurch Street Station - 9 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vicinity - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪WatchHouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Côte - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4-star hotel near Tower Bridge
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business center and 18 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness center, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Tower Hotel, by Thistle. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 801 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1973
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offers 801 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 29 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 21.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 21.50 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 29 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle to the airport?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle is 7.8 mi (31-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on Jun 21, 2026 start from $163, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 21.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 29 per day.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have a pool?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle does not have a pool.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local and international cuisine, happy hour, and light fare.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle to downtown London?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle is 2.3 mi away from London.

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4887 out of 10142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2847 out of 10142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1424 out of 10142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 561 out of 10142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 423 out of 10142 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Elzena Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, hotel was at the perfect location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the hotel and the amazing location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, clean rooms, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and staff very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay , staff were excellent and breakfast had great choice and quality Recommended place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tifanny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marivec

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miss Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel- staff v friendly. Excellent location, would definitely stay again when next in London
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience beautiful hotel and fabulous location with gorgeous views of the bridge!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Morgan Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the staff was very helpful. It is in a safe area and close to an underground station. There is also a taxi stand directly outside the hotel. Small tip to travelers - there is no air conditioning, but that is common for this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stop and location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, staff are extremely professional
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, good food, helpful staff, great position.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, staff, swift check-in, swift checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous stay! Was upgraded on arrival Superb views
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious clean room, staff friendly, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel, with clean rooms and great views. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean great staff in every department. Great location restaurant great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful views, lovely bar and restaurant and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Lovely room, very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026