Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in Heathrow Villages

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Relax on the outdoor terrace with a view of the airport, featuring a comfortable seating area with wicker chairs and a table.
Enjoy a selection of beverages at our stylish bar, where guests can socialize and relax.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a reception desk surrounded by comfortable seating and lush greenery.
Station B offers a safe and visible waiting area with a clear glass barrier separating the platform.
Relax and socialize in this inviting lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a large dining table.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Bath Road, Longford, West Drayton, England, UB7 0EQ
  • Thorpe Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Windsor Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room

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

Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

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

Standard Twin Room

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

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

West Drayton

Heathrow Villages stay.Your stay at this Heathrow Villages hotel places you within 9 miles (15 km) of Windsor Castle and Twickenham Stadium. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Pinewood Studios and Thorpe Park.

What's nearby

  • Pinewood Studios - 8 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Thorpe Park - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Windsor Castle - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 15 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Twickenham Stadium - 16 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Station A Station - 6 min drive
  • West Drayton Station - 7 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Giraffe - Heathrow - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Plane Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BA Galleries Club Lounge North - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wagamama - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

3.5-star hotel in Heathrow Villages
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center, 11 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 5490 square feet (510 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star West Drayton hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 266 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 5490 sq ft of conference space
  • 510 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1968
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offers 266 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. 38-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This West Drayton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 18 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 38-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property offers an airport shuttle service to Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5, via the Heathrow Pod.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 18 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 to the airport?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is 2.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 on Aug 11, 2025 start from $76.02, 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 London Heathrow Terminal 5 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5.

How close is Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 to the beach?

This hotel is 15.9 mi (44-min drive) from Ruislip Lido Beach.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.50 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

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

Is there free parking at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 18 per night.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a pool?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 does not have a pool.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a restaurant?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is home to Aviator Sports Restaurant, which features British cuisine.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 to downtown West Drayton?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is 1.7 mi away from West Drayton.

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1006 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 940 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 389 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 124 out of 2597 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Raymundo

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

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Effie

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
MUY ACCECIBLE POR EL TRANSPORTE PUBLICO Y EXCELENTE PARA ACCEDER AL TERMINAL 5
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for Heathrow T5 for an overnight stay (before or after a flight) with or without parking. Also perfect for visiting and travelling into London with easy, convenient transport links.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pods from airport to hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for T5 and the POD was really easy to use. The room was small and the double bed felt smaller than a double, but the convenience of the hotel and its transport to T5 made up for it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location for T5 and the POD was really easy and quick. Room was small and double bed felt small, but the location and convenience of it all made it worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

greg

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Convenient

It was convenient for what I needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpfull and polite. Our room was clean and just right. So very easy for public transport. very easy access to heathrow airport. We loved the place and would return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no elevator on this property and you must carry luggage up or down stairs to access any of the rooms. This was NOT noted in the booking and would be a major issue for someone with mobility issues. The downstairs rooms do not feel safe and the property overall is very old and worn. It's right by Heathrow so the plans are literally flying over the hotel and it is very loud.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vera

My room was clean and comfortable. However getting to the hotel was complicated and tiring.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fergus L

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria Jose

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

handy for T5 heathrow

very handy for terminal 5 and with the POD to take you to the hotel. The room was ok but the bathroom was very small but for a night or two its ok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom could be updated. The shower was very slippery. A mat for the tub could help
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oliver

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly dissatisfied with our stay. Only stayed here as it was supposed to be easy to get to T5, and the Masters (golf) was on. This hotel was advertised as having sky sports and I even called up night before to check they’d have it on. I was told yes, just ask the staff to switch it on. We arrived having had a horrendous effort trying to get to the hotel.. better off in the Premier Inn. The golf wouldn’t work as they didn’t have the licence… great. Literally an advertisement outside the property saying that have sky sports. Oh.. and beers are £7! Long and short of it is if you have the money, stay in T5 (Sofitel?). Otherwise, you’re better off in the Premier Inn just up the road from this one. Will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michaela

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

Terrible stay

Stayed 1 night before flying out on holiday, the room was very small and cramped. Extremely dated and dark. It was just me and my 11 year old and we struggled with the size. Beds were rock solid. Ate at the on site restaurant which was the worse thing I’ve ever eaten, safe to say went to bed hungry - they also kept pushing a wine offer for a bottle of wine. I was a solo adult???
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The POD transportation connection to Terminal 5 is very convenient. I you're traveling out of Terminal 5 this is a great option.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Segun

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I read the reviews prior to booking at the property. Some of the reviews were accurate and others were not. I found that: -There is limited access to get from the terminal to the hotel. The Pods in terminal 5 were the easiest transportation to/from the hotel. Just know the Pods are completely driverless on a predetermined track (think of a Disneyland ride without all of the effects) and they need to charge and have to reboot. I did have to wait once for a Pod to reboot prior to entering. However, it was easy and convenient to ride. They drop off at a "station" in the parking lot not far from the hotel. You just have to follow the signs from there. They are a bit harder to find inside Terminal 5 as they are not on the elevator signs. -There is no lift/elevator. However, to get to the first floor is all of 12 stairs. If you have mobility issues, I suggest asking ahead of time for a ground floor unit (which could be farther away from the front desk than the first-floor unit). -The restaurant is upstairs and a bit hard to find but the staff gave out easy directions. -I would bring a refillable water bottle. I found the water to purchase was expensive and easier to fill in the terminal. As for the room, it was clean and the staff were friendly. There was a decent step up into the shower though, so again if you have mobility issues, I would ask ahead of booking about shower access. There are also several UberEats restaurants you can choose from nearby that deliver to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025