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Thistle Express London Luton

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Luton

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Reception
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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The Mall, Library Road, Luton, England, LU1 2TR
  • Place, Luton Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Bedfordshire
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenilworth Road Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(66 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Express Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Express Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1

Express Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Luton

Heart of Luton.With a stay at this Luton hotel, you'll be steps from Cineworld Luton and a 5-minute walk from Luton Mall. University of Bedfordshire and Grosvenor Casinos are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Luton Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Bedfordshire - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grosvenor Casinos - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kenilworth Road Stadium - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stockwood Discovery Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Luton Station - 5 min walk
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White House (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Punjab Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Thistle Express London Luton

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Luton
As a guest of Thistle Express London Luton, you'll find multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Luton hotel is smoke free.

  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Thistle Express London Luton offers 152 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with cable 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. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 10 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 6.50 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
For Sat Nav please enter postcode LU1 2PA.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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 6.50 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. 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

Thistle Express Luton Hotel
Thistle Express Hotel
Thistle Express
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel
Thistle Express London Luton Luton
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel Luton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Thistle Express London Luton to the airport?

Thistle Express London Luton is 3.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the Luton Airport (LTN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle Express London Luton?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Express London Luton on Jan 3, 2026 start from $65.09, 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 Express London Luton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thistle Express London Luton.

How close is Thistle Express London Luton to the beach?

This hotel is 17.3 mi (49-min drive) from The Beach.

Does Thistle Express London Luton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Thistle Express London Luton, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 6.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Thistle Express London Luton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grosvenor Casinos (9-min walk) and Genting Casino Luton (6-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Thistle Express London Luton?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM.

Is there free parking at Thistle Express London Luton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 15.00 per day.

Does Thistle Express London Luton have a pool?

Thistle Express London Luton does not have a pool.

Does Thistle Express London Luton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thistle Express London Luton to downtown Luton?

Thistle Express London Luton is 0.2 mi away from Luton.

Thistle Express London Luton Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 1288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 1288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 107 out of 1288 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KP Love, san francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

4/10 Poor

ERNEST

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

helen

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

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shuaibu Sule

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

adam

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

For a thistle owned hotel this was shockingly bad

Pros : cheap and only a few mins walk from train station although I would not recommend doing so at night. Cons : Most uncomfortable bed I have slept on in years it felt like a slab of concrete with a sheet over it, only had one very thin pillow went to reception to ask for another was told no, explained I have a back issue and needed the support told no even firmer and rudely Shower pressure on 9th floor was appalling water literally dribbled out. Buffet breakfast looked like a roulette wheel of options to get salmonella.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, free wifi and free breakfast. Very basic but good for one night if going to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was ok for
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sheila

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget, LONDON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well placed for Luton station. Very limited number of restaurants close by - but room itself v comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not great

Parking difficult, room not the cleanest, a lot of strange smells, both lifts not working temporarily
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Breakfast was as ok, staff were polite and helpful, WIFI was non existent,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location but choose room carefully

Great location right outside the mall and 5 minute walk to Luton Station and the bus depot. Check-in was very straightforward. Nice touch was the complimentary free hot drinks machine in the lobby. Parking was £10 for 24 hours and I could go in and out but is on a 1st come, 1st serve basis.. Got offer to upgrade to executive king but the bed was the size of a regular double bed but glad I upgraded... Classic room has really small single bed and the double room had what seemed smaller than a small double. Breakfast was included and had a good selection of food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charmaine

Room stinks !!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not recommend

Noisy, smelly, dirty hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

moses

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I like the fact that it is right at the shopping mall.everything is right there…what i didnt like was the customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jolayemi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was charged £200 for parking of 15mins.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carly

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Cheap and cheerful

It’s a fine hotel for the price. The area isn’t great and the cleanliness in communal areas is sometimes lower than you would like/expect. The rooms are simple and clean and I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Colin, Lincoln

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment. Draw your own conclusion
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025