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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Tower Bridge

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A restaurant with large windows overlooking a historic bridge and river.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a large TV screen.
A view of the Tower Bridge and the Shard from a window.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 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)
    ‪85 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the city.

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(298 reviews)
  • City view
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a small table.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(531 reviews)
  • City view
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a city view.

Deluxe Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee machine, a chair, a small table, and a view of the cityscape.

Deluxe Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of a bridge.

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(416 reviews)
  • River view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a chair, a small table, and a television.

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

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

View all photos for Sleeper Double Room

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden dresser, and a framed picture on the wall.

Sleeper Double Room

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, with Bridge View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape.

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

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a large window, and a door.

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(125 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Newly Refurbished)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a brick building, and a wall with a structural design.

Superior Double Room (Newly Refurbished)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Newly Refurbished)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings through the window.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Newly Refurbished)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive King Room, with Bridge View (Newly Refurbished)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of a cityscape.

Executive King Room, with Bridge View (Newly Refurbished)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Twin Room, with Bridge View (Newly Refurbished)

Room

Executive Twin Room, with Bridge View (Newly Refurbished)

  • River view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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
  • 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Wharf Chop House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4-star hotel near Tower Bridge
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. 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
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • 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
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

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

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 26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • 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
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 26 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 Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on Nov 1, 2026 start from $178, 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 26 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, brunch, and happy hour.

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. 5229 out of 10822 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3029 out of 10822 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1527 out of 10822 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 579 out of 10822 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 458 out of 10822 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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Tower Hotel was nice! The rooms were really decent and loved the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and view were amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel on great location, close to some main attractions and travel connection hubs. Nearby food options are great also.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best Location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location, tidy and great for a weekend stay. The rooms are dated but clean and the view was great. Overall lovely weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the location was perfect for exploring the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very central. Great hotel and good breakfast. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t beat the location. Beautiful access to everything you need and the views are amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very outdated. AC didn’t work well.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This my third stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent, right on the Thames. Has several bars and restaurants along the river that are fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tasty breakfast, lots to choose from
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but breakfast a bit overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good for a city vacatiob
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was dated but clean and comfortable and fabulous view compensated. Staff very helpful and attentive. Overall pleased with our stay in a prime location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest locations near Tower Bridge and view from room is so nice. Easy connection to trains and bus services. Nice restaurant and outside food market nearby gives good food options and pass time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked for the location and weren't disappointed... The staff were very helpful and accomodated our needs very well. Great view of the tower bridge from our room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hotel view!!! Such a fun area to be in right by the bridge- an easy walk, lots of local restaurants / pop ups / convenience store. Was an incredible find!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and had an excellent view. Superb curtains kept out the light. Air con wasn't great but the weather was very hot during our visit and we were comfortable through the night. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a perfect location with lovely views of tower bridge or the tower of London. Our room was ok, but bin had not been emptied & found a drinks bottle on the floor when we arrived. The breakfast buffet was amazing with a good variety including omelettes. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026