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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Hotel near Big Ben in London

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Terrace/patio
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Reception
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room

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
  • The British Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 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 Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on Jun 15, 2025 start from $223.55, 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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 502 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 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

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly helpful staff. Good location… walking distance to most attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Niall

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not what we had booked and hugely disappointing.

I will also copy these comments directly to the hotel. I booked an overnight stay was with my fiancée, daughter and Mum to celebrate our engagement. We booked the Thistle Trafalgar Square and when we arrived for check-in we were told there was a burst pipe so we needed to move to the Trafalgar Piccadilly. I didn’t mind this change initially and we were offered a complimentary drink, which was very kind. Elizabeth on reception was very kind and apologetic, which we appreciated. We moved hotels and the difference was stark from the outset. There was no welcoming, bright reception area and no bar and restaurant facilities. Again, this was disappointing but not the end of the world. Originally we had adjoining rooms but were told in the new hotel that this wasn’t possible, again disappointing and not what we had booked. What made the problem worse was that we had booked tickets to see The Lion King and had planned to eat at the hotel restaurant in Thistle Trafalgar Square. With the change of hotel we decided to eat around the theatre and were extremely disappointed that we had to wait over 1 hour with most restaurants, meaning we did not eat prior to the show. Overall we were extremely disappointed with the change of hotel, I don’t know why we couldn’t just change rooms in our original hotel. The staff were great but the overall experience was hugely disappointing and now what we have originally booked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jere

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked the room. Good wifi. Good breakfast. Restrooms on ground floor out of order for most of our stay and the option was to use the bathrooms at the Thistle hotel 3 minutes away (or go up to room). Necessary to navigate steps to on way to elevator. We arrived early in the morning and they had a hard time figuring out what rooms had been cleaned; we finally were able to get into our room mid/late afternoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and perfectly located.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with family

Fantastic location

We were in room 630, huge bed, good bathroom. We also paid to have the breakfast, good selection available, being refreshed. So close to both Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

On Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Caroline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, restaurant nice and quiet. Room was a bit on the small side though.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Staff was terrific. However, the facility was average. Restaurant limited. Rooms, small. No Coffee Machine or Refrigerator. No washcloths. Good for short stay, but we were there 9 days.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juliana

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

resul

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

S

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort

Disappointed

Room was small and noisy from deliveries outside. Not as shown in the picture. Needs an update. Breakfast was buffet style and even at 07:00 could have been hotter.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Staff & service

Twojakesuk

Good breakfast( £15 book in advance on the day it rises to £18.50) rooms good size clean and beds comfortable. Toilet not flushing properly. Public areas very very hot. Good location off trafalgar square for china town etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025