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Thistle London Holborn

Property class: 4
4-star Edwardian hotel near Shaftesbury Theatre

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Bloomsbury Way, London, England, WC1A 2SD
  • Place, Theatreland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shaftesbury Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bloomsbury Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪109 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a mirror, a flat-screen TV, and a sign promoting environmental awareness.

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

City center retreat .A stay at this London City Centre hotel places you steps from The British Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Shaftesbury Theatre. Also, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children is within half a mile (1 km) and London Eye is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Theatreland - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shaftesbury Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bloomsbury Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Cartoon Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trades Union Congress Building - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Holborn Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 6 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Museum Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fishoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bloomsbury Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪My Old Dutch - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle London Holborn

4-star Edwardian hotel near Shaftesbury Theatre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Thistle London Holborn also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.

This Edwardian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1989
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle London Holborn offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 38-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator (55 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 38-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 22 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Kingsley Hotel
Kingsley Hotel London
Kingsley London
Thistle Holborn Kingsley Hotel
Thistle Holborn Kingsley
The Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
Kingsley By Thistle London
Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
Thistle Holborn Kingsley Hotel London
Thistle Holborn Kingsley London
Thistle Holborn
Thistle London Holborn Hotel
Thistle London Holborn London
Thistle London Holborn Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is Thistle London Holborn to the airport?

Thistle London Holborn is 9.9 mi (48-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 Thistle London Holborn?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Holborn on Sep 20, 2026 start from $244, 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 Thistle London Holborn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thistle London Holborn.

Does Thistle London Holborn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Thistle London Holborn, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 22 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Thistle London Holborn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thistle London Holborn?

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

Is there free parking at Thistle London Holborn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Thistle London Holborn have a pool?

Thistle London Holborn does not have a pool.

Does Thistle London Holborn have a restaurant?

Thistle London Holborn is home to Kingsley Two Brasserie, which features British cuisine and light fare.

Does Thistle London Holborn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thistle London Holborn to downtown London?

Thistle London Holborn is 0.7 mi away from London.

Thistle London Holborn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and location was great for walking to museums and places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in great position
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious & clean room and friendly staff! We also enjoyed the restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came on a theatre trip, the hotel is very convenient for the west end. Staff friendly and helpful, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, friendly staff and room upgrade to a suite upon arrival
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, welcoming staff, centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, great location, amazing quality for the price. Was pleasantly surprised at how large a regular room was. Highly recommend, would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, good breakfast. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms and quiet area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It feels like a business hotel, but all works well. It is very well located, and the rooms are really comfortable. Slept well!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent room and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Bloomsbury. Room was small but well appointed. For my 11 night stay the small fridge was very useful. Room was quiet, water was hot, no issues at all. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great location. Only minor detail was that it took the staff a long time to start the room cleaning. Orherwise fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always have a good stay here, staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean, although there were a few small spiders and ants in the bedroom and bathroom. We didn't have breakfast included this time, we felt it was a little bit expensive, the breakfast is usually excellent .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in great hotel in a fantastic location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice centrally located hotel. The bus stop is right outside the door. The bed was comfy. Not the most soft, but not super hard. The pillows were a little too hard for my taste.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Perfect for three friends overnight stay and theatre break
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with lots of nice places for breakfast nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place. Great location for getting around. Charming neighborhood. Nice bar; nice restaurant. Staff were extremely friendly, helpful, accommodating. I stayed five days and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Next time I return to London, I will stay again. Excellent value for the prices.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely central hotel Nice breakfast . Bar not very welcoming decor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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