The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4-star hotel near Tower Bridge

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Dates

May 2026

June 2026

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Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Gym
Parking available
Business services

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St Katharine's Way, London, England, E1W 1LD

Place, Thames River
‪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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Very good

City view
172 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Very good

City view
178 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

Good

City view
172 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Executive Twin Room

Very good

183 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

Very good

River view
172 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

Very good

River view
172 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Sleeper Double Room

Very good

City view
107 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Double Bed

Very good

City view
269 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Executive Double, with Bridge View

Very good

City view
172 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Family Room

Good

City view
183 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free WiFi

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Standard Double Limited View

172 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Standard Twin Limited View

Exceptional

172 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Standard Sleeper Double Room

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Very good

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room With Tower Bridge View

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Executive Twin Room

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Family Room

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

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

Thames River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
St Katherine's Dock - 2 min walk - 0.1 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 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

Elevator

No smoking on site

Coffee shop

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offers 801 accommodations with 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. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Breakfast available

$129 nightly

May 17 - May 18

Total with taxes and fees

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

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (39 inch wide door)
Lever door handles
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
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

Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Portable fan
Safe

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, but service animals are welcome

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

This property uses 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 May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on May 25, 2026 start from $168, 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

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Morgan Nicole

Traveled with partner

Apr 29, 2026

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

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with partner

Apr 25, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

Room was fine, great view, however dated. The desk set up had very little space to accommodate clothing if you didn't want to live out of your suitcase. The large TV took up 90 percent of the surface space for your items. No outlets in the bathroom for hairdryer or flatiron. The tub/shower is a very high step in/out for the elderly or short, big fall hazard, needs to be just a shower. The plumming needs updated as this is the only toilet in all of England we had to "prime" to flush.by flushing once and the 2nd time it worked. I gave it a 4 star as they were updating the lo by and we saw other floors had been updated hoping the 2nd floor is coming soon. The location is perfect for the towr bridge, Tower of London and the tain station.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Virna

Traveled with family

Apr 13, 2026

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The breakfast was excellent and the location ideal. However, we had an issue with the AC. The thermostat would not come on. When we complained they claimed that the AC was central and not turned on yet for the season, but all other people travelling with us had AC in their rooms. They offered us a fan. Luckly, the temperature dropped and made it bearable.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Baron

Traveled with family and small children

Apr 5, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Liked everything Just needed a mini fridge

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Graciela, Hawthorne

Mar 22, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great area. It would be nice if they would tell you that the vouchers are not allows to be used for the breakfast buffet.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Cort

Feb 26, 2026

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Clare

Business traveler

Feb 12, 2026

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The room was dated and dirty with the tiniest windows and NO hot water. I arrived late at night as a single female on a work trip and was sent to a room so far away from the lifts through a number of doorways and struggled to find it. When I called reception to let them know thissue re hot water they said i just needed to run all taps, which I had already done for 15 minutes. After half an hour jostling with reception, being told there were no other rooms I was moved to a new room at nearly midnight. This was also very dated and dusty, but with a bigger window and hot water I accepted the move as it was close to midnight and I needed to be up for work the next day. It was a twin room so the bed I tried to sleep in was tiny. I was not listened to or taken seriously, haven’t grown up in hospitality this is not the service I would have expected, particularly of a 4 star hotel. The only offer offer of compensation was the addition of breakfast which I had already declined on check-in as I had to be up and out early for work the next morning.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Feb 12, 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

jane

Feb 12, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely reception staff , room was comfortable and clean , very quiet , and a lovely view of the river , room was rather dated but it wasnt an issue with the price i paid.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Anne

Feb 12, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Clean great staff in every department. Great location restaurant great

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Moises, hialeah

Feb 12, 2026

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Glen

Feb 11, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Room was nice, bathrooms are looking a bit tired now

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with family

Feb 11, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

the room was clean and all help were courteous and competent.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

wayne

Feb 11, 2026

The bathroom had as moldy behind the toilet and thee was mold in the shower! The room was small but the harbor view was very nice and of course the location perfect for our needs. The staff was Excelent!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gerry

Feb 11, 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with group

Feb 11, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

I was lucky enough to be upgraded to a larger room however it only had twin beds which was a bit annoying. The amenities within the room were great and the bath and shower were amazing with good pressure and heat.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

MITHUN

Feb 11, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Rooms are clean, a bit dated , location very good

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Feb 10, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Room is a bit dated and shower was very cold.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ciaraa

Feb 10, 2026

So beautiful

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

E

Feb 10, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The room was lovely, the staff was very nice and the view was just amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Andrew

Feb 10, 2026

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with group

Feb 10, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Excellent location The rooms especially the bathrooms are very very tied, but for £100 a night in London overlooking London Bridge, you can’t really complain, but I had no desire to eat there because of how poor the bathroom was.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family

Feb 9, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Spacious clean room, staff friendly, perfect location

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Paul

Traveled with partner

Feb 9, 2026

Liked: Amenities

We just wanted to chill out for a couple of days but the noise from drilling and banging from workmen for most of the day on Friday and Saturday morning not happy.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jesus

Traveled with partner

Feb 9, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The place was great, very convenient with the restaurant and the snack area with coffee and amenities. The only thing that was inconvenient was the Check in. Took us an hour after a long trip. The system was down or I don’t know what happened, but check in was at 3pm sharp and a long long line of people. The self check in was not available so that was very frustrating

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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