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Thistle Express London Luton

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Luton

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Lobby
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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Express Single Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Express Single Room

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

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, Multiple Beds

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

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Single Room

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

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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 - 0.0 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪German Doner Kebab - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Noodle Bar - ‬4 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.

Languages

English

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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 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite 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
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 10.00 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 Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Express London Luton on Aug 7, 2025 start from $72.14, 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 10.00 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. 465 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1159 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

2/10 Terrible

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

UNSAFE LIFTS

This is a 10 story hotel with lifts not working. The one lift in action is not working properly, it does not come to the floor when called for some time and it drops off on a different floor to the one selected. I informed staff last night, nothing done, I informed staff this morning who did not take this seriously. THIS IS UNSAFE.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was very tiny with a single bed, but since it was just for me, it was fine and can’t beat it for the price. It also included a buffet breakfast in the morning and is about a 5 minute walk to the train station where you can catch a train or a bus to the airport in Luton.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hreat value for money. Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hotel is ok, they have tried to modernise an old building, the housekeepers could pay a bit more attention( skirting boards and door surfaces etc. ) the reception staff were lovely and good at their job. The buffet breakfast could have room for improvement i.e canned mushrooms, luke warm dried out scrambled eggs but for a free breakfast i cant complain. The free coffee machine in the lounge is a good idea, however i still think there ahould be these facilities in the rooms as some people would like to relax in their room without going down 9 floors to get one. All in all it was ok, i would stay again but there's a lot better out there for a similar price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stuff are amazing.. super friendly and helpful shout out to Ali I arrived after midnight and he was very nice along with the lady next morning. I won't say its the best hotel but it definitely one of the best ones I stayed at with this price. The rooms are generally good condition might need some maintenance here and there. In general they are clean and tidy. The lactating is good if you traveling from/to Luton bus (A) is just 5 minutes walk if not less for 3 pounds. Along with other options depending on your preference.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalilullah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice and friendly. Sometimes a bit noise outside
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

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

8/10 Good

paul

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delilah

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

shanar

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Marta

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Daki

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always great service and a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

S

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I won’t stay here again unfortunately.

I stay away from home quite a lot, this has to be one of the worst experiences I have had for a very long time. The room: - The toilet is so close to the wall that you have to sit at an angle. - the secondary glazing to the window is only half provided and that only half closes so you can hear all the external noise. - the worst part! At around 3am I heard a rat (sounded much larger than a mouse) trying to eat its way through the pipe work boxing below the window. I had to tap on it every time it came - I am shattered now! Breakfast - the selection is very limited. - the tables were not cleaned properly. - there can be a bit of wait in the serving area due to the restricted size.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Puja

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Traveled with family

Poor facilities

We arrived at 0245 from Luton airport, a family of 3. There are no drinks facilities in the room at all. Not even a glass to use for water. We had previously emailed advising on our late arrival, this wasn't a problem as the desk is manned 24hrs. Breakfast was included, but we missed it due to our late arrival. (And obviously sleeping) Check out is 11am, there is a coffee machine available in the lobby, so once up and showered I ventured down to fetch myself and my wife a much needed coffee. This was at 1030. Only to find the coffee machine being cleaned. I was advised that it would take 20 minutes to complete the clean. So we went without a drink. I've no idea why they just wouldn't wait until check out time at 11 to do the coffee machine? There was a water dispenser in the lobby, but that was empty too, presumably emptied and closed after breakfast (0630-0900) Lastly, we were just leaving our room (to check out) at 1050 and there was a knock on the door by housekeeping. Again, just wait the 10 mins till check out time. The hotel served our purpose of a bed after a late night flight. But i wouldn't use them again. Every brit is gasping for a cuppa in the morning, especially if you've been abroad (and suffered non English tea for a couple of weeks) an easily rectified problem that shouldn't need resolving.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ursula

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No bells and whistles. Value for the price. Breakfast options were sufficient but the area could have been kept cleaner as there was food messed everywhere. Hotel is dated, but clean. Mall next door if you need anything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dominic

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service

One night only

Unfortunately the short stay we had at the hotel, for an early flight, was spoilt by other customers talking outside their rooms throughout the night amd the early morning. We also had McDonals and KFC food theown on the floor outside our door when we departed, with wrappers everywhere. Staff were friendly, rooms what you expect for the price, but the clientele Unfortunately spoilt any chance of sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fadhil

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Lovely Hotel

Use this hotel every time we have an early flight from luton, loverly hotel and friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

hossam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025