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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Hotel near Big Ben in London

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Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Reception
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Whitcomb Street, Trafalger Square, London, England, WC2H 7HG
  • Big Ben
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Buckingham Palace
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • London Eye
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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
(76 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
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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
(17 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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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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

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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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

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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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

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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

  • Big Ben - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The British Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • London Eye - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hyde Park - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪TWG Tea Leicester Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Moon Under Water (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪8 at the Londoner - ‬1 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • 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
  • 1 conference room
  • 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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Front of property

Thistle London Piccadilly

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,008 reviews
$244 nightly
The price is $293
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
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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 midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
Royal Trafalgar Hotel London
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Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel London
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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 Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on Sep 21, 2025 start from $239.8, 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.

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1014 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy S

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good option in the West End. We were relocated to Thistle Piccadilly due to maintenance issue where we originally booked. That was seamless (issue emerged hours before our scheduled check-in). Good room, fine amenities, including Nespresso and Tea service in-room. Clear focus on reducing ecological impact.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Keri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room is average, great location! Booked this hotel because it had air conditioning, but the air conditioning was not working.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia, findlay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located. Seemed authentic to the area. Lots of things to do nearby. Didn’t look like our carpet had been swept prior to us arriving. Found trash in the floor. Otherwise, nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed by the overall experience as the air conditioning in our room didn’t function the entire time. It took a full day to get someone to look at it. Facilities personnel didn’t even come in room. They informed us from hallway that majority of our side of hotel had to air conditioning. We were offered two fans. There was no offer of relocating to a room with working AC or a credit as a good faith consideration. Highly would not recommend as this appears to be a common issue at this establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend, this property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and friendly staff. I would recommend and stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodating staff. Great location in central London
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lloyd

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location is perfect! Will definitely stay here again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Davula

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Right in the middle of everything you want to see.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is poorly maintained — the toilet doesn’t even flush properly. It was also extremely noisy at night, making it difficult to get any sleep. Overall, not a restful or pleasant experience.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew, Oakville

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Fantastic location. Staff great when asking for help, however dailyroutine housekeeping could be better. Great location around the corner from Trafalgar Square.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great staff in a perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thistle Trafalgar was a great !! Perfect place to stay in London. Close to everything, room was nice and comfortable. The staff was exceptional, and a special shout out to Rose, she was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Basic
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025