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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Hotel near Big Ben in London

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Terrace/patio
Daily English breakfast (GBP 16.50 per person)
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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Whitcomb Street, Trafalger Square, London, England, WC2H 7HG
  • Place, Leicester Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafalgar Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Piccadilly Circus
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(89 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

London

City center stay.Your stay at this London City Centre hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Big Ben and London Eye. The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Leicester Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Big Ben - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Charing Cross Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Charing Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪All Bar One - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whitcombs - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

Hotel near Big Ben in London
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square also features a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

This London hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 49-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator (59 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 11:30 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Royal Trafalgar Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square to the airport?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square is 9.1 mi (38-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 Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on Jan 4, 2026 start from $186.86, excluding 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 Trafalgar - Leicester Square have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square.

Does Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

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

Is there free parking at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square have a pool?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square does not have a pool.

Does Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square have a restaurant?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square is home to Squares Restaurant, which features light fare.

Does Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square to downtown London?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square is 0.2 mi away from London.

Reviews

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Danny L

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location. Comfortable beds. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
We had an issue with our shower - it didn’t drain properly, so much so that my daughter & I had to shut the water off mid-shower to wait for it to drain so it didn’t overflow into the bathroom. We reported to front desk the first evening (we asked to move rooms & they said no, they were fully booked), and every subsequent day of our stay, and it was never addressed. They kept saying maintenance would fix, but it never happened. When I asked the manager if there was any way for them to make it right, as a working shower seems like a reasonable expectation for a hotel room (like comp breakfast?), he said he’d look into it, but in the end there was nothing. Really, it just left us feeling not well taken care of. That’s not the kind of experience / customer service I’d expect from a nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica Ivette Tamez de la, Brownsville

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Air conditioner was not working. They took a long time to fix andI had to ask for a fan. Water was turned off at the hotel and ee had to go to another hotel to shower. Very inconvenient. I was offered a partial refund but have not heard from the hotel. Disappointing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great room $& location. Sloppy management.

Terrible staff & management , Great rooms & location The staff really let you down here and that’s a shame. From night staff who who’s default answer was to speak with the morning shift to housekeepers neglecting to restock soaps that were empty upon arrrival, even putting the empty bottle in the sink didn’t get it refilled. Other things body fluids on the chair and carpets. Again things the staff should fix.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

MARK

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

MY TRIP TO LONDON

HOTEL LOCATION GOOD BREAKFAST EXCELLENT ROOM TERRIBLE BROKEN TILE WITH SHARP EDGES IN BATHROOM AIR CON NOT WORKING KEPT FLASHING AND NO INSTUCTION SHOWER LEAKED OUT OF DOOR AND WET ALL THE TOILET ROLLS AS THERE ON THE WALL OUT SIDE OF SHOWER
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great with the exception of one rude employee. Dimitri’s was so rude that the other employee on duty at the time tried discreetly to apologize for his actions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff all pleasent and helpful good central location room needs some TLC
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was ok but felt a bit dated with a few issues TV wonky on wall and shower gel and hand wash had fallen off walls in bathroom also quite noisy through the night but good friendly staff and location of hotel was perfect for Leicester Square and Theatre
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - close to everything, and hit my top three: good air conditioning, excellent water pressure, and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Darrell, Carstairs

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Disliked: Amenities
No air but advertised they had it. Mold in bathroom tile. Dingy carpet. No real in room amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ani

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed here for 4 nights, and honestly, the only thing this hotel has going for it is the location. Everything else was a letdown. Check-in set the tone. After a long flight, the receptionist (Khadijeh) told us there was no room. We waited nearly 45 minutes before she suddenly announced that the room was “ready.” Apparently, rooms appear out of thin air here, but only after you’ve been worn down by exhaustion. That night, I called to ask for water because my mother is diabetic. In most hotels, they’d bring it up and add it to your bill. Here? I was told to come downstairs and buy it myself—as if I were running errands instead of paying to be a guest. On the last day, at 3:30 am, I asked the gentleman at the desk to help us get a taxi to the airport. His response? “It’s very hard to find a taxi at this time.” And that was it—no help, no effort, no solution. Exactly what you want to hear when you’re trying to catch a flight. And if you do manage to sleep through the stress, good luck with the windows. They are nowhere near soundproof, and the street noise at night makes it feel like you’re sleeping on the sidewalk. So yes, the hotel is in a convenient location. But with unhelpful staff, poor service, and sleepless nights from traffic noise, location is the only thing you’re paying for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disappointing room.

Staff are lovely and friendly and helpful. The room was a bit disappointing, we were told the ac was not fully functioning (it was completely broken) but the did provide a fan. However the fan was super noisy and with out the fan the room was quite hot and the air was very still. The room bathroom was not anything like the ones in the pictures. It was old and tired looking the shower was in a very small and worn out bath tub the shower head was very small ( looked like one used to clean a bath not have a shower with) I would have struggled to wash my hair with this shower. The shower temp dial was broken too so only cold water was available. The temp dial almost came off when I tried to get water. It was a little disappointing considering the cost of the room and the fact it was supposed to be an executive suite.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Max

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect! It’s in walking distance to everything you’ll need, including great restaurants, attractions, and transportation. The area is also fantastic for shopping, with so many amazing stores just steps away. Couldn’t have asked for a better location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbeatable location. Rooms are so-so… a little on the small side.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025