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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Hotel near Big Ben in London

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Outdoor seating area at Squares, featuring tables and chairs surrounded by lush greenery.
Enjoy dining in a spacious restaurant with multiple tables for group and individual meals, offering views of the street outside.
Welcome to London. The reception area offers a modern space with a mix of seating options and a welcoming atmosphere.
Welcome to The Royal Trafalgar, featuring a sleek glass facade and lush greenery.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, comfortable sofa, and flat-screen TV.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 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
(18 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
(71 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
(8 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
(14 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 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
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive King Room

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

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

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Junior Suite

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

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

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

  • ‪Leicester Square - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬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
  • 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
  • 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. 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.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish

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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

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 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

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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 Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on Aug 11, 2025 start from $211.67, 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. 504 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay very much. It was my third time at this hotel and it’s in a great location and has good service. Will be back next time as well :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RODOLFO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly suggest this place to stay, very convenient to the sight seeing, restaurants and shops. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Marnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok. Comfortable enough. Good location

Ok. Comfortable enough. Toilet didn’t flush properly if at all. Room was very hot when we arrived and had to ask reception to help us with the air cooling. Phoned for room service only to be told the kitchen was shut. Times on menu need to be rectified.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalfani

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Our best deal in Central London.

The location on a quiet street just behind Leister Square is great. 10 minutes to Covent Garden, West End Shows and Piccadilly Circus without the outside noise. Breakfast was also great ( made omelettes to order plus full English breakfast buffet). Room size with king bed was great. Better value for the $$$ than some of the larger nearby properties. Premium linens and towels. You can use the gym at the Piccadilly property 100 yards up the street. Only negative was that the bathroom had very dim lighting.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel in a fantastic location - needs better bar and restaurant facilities though
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Much better than any my other RB&B experience. Great experience for the value. Will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

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

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not very clean

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, close to lots of great things to do in the heart of London
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marc, Poway

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice centrally located hotel. Staff was very helpful, more so than any other hotel we have stayed. Dining at the hotel is pretty much nonexistent, but the food was good when we tried it. Bathroom was small and toilet area even smaller Location was excellent. We would stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Yorktown

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is the best for tourist! You are right next to china town, two squares and a 10 minute walk to covent market! Choice of two subway entrances. I would recommend the suite bc the regular queen size rooms are small. Suite bed is great, rain shower and robes. Pull out was comfortable. There is a restaurant on property. They need free drip coffee in the lobby. If you arrive early from a flight please book the night before you arrive so you can go straight to your room. You will have to wait till 4:00 if not. I had to book resortforaday.com to get some sleep until my room was ready. Very safe and quiet. Went with myself and two teens.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most of the staff was great. One gentleman asked us to not bring in outside food. We picked up some croissants and decided to eat in the lobby area while we planned our. No one else seemed to mind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025