Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

Hotel with restaurant, near Big Ben

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In the heart of London, Thistle London Trafalgar Square offers a blend of comfort and convenience. With a restaurant serving breakfast to dinner, guests can savor delicious meals at Squares Restaurant. Relax on the terrace or take advantage of concierge services for an unforgettable stay.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$210 nightly
$253 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 12 of 12 rooms
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Bathrobes
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Map
Whitcomb Street, Trafalger Square, London, England, WC2H 7HG

What's nearby

  • Leicester Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piccadilly - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Big Ben - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 49 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 56 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 80 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 81 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 97 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 101 min drive
  • Charing Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 12 min walk
  • London (QQW-Waterloo Train Station) - 19 min walk
  • Piccadilly Circus Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Leicester Square Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Charing Cross Underground Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TWG Tea Leicester Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

When you stay at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Squares Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Piccadilly Circus and Regent Street are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Piccadilly Circus Underground Station is 4 minutes and Leicester Square Underground Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 108 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 59

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Squares Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Squares Bar - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in ECOsmart, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.50 per person

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay

Also known as

Royal Trafalgar Hotel
Royal Trafalgar Hotel London
Royal Trafalgar London
Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel London
Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel
Thistle Trafalgar Square London
Thistle Trafalgar Square, The Royal Trafalgar London, England
Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square Hotel London
Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square Hotel
Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square London
Hotel Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square London
London Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square Hotel
Hotel Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square
The Royal Trafalgar
Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Big Ben (14-min walk) and London Eye (0.8 mi), along with The British Museum (0.8 mi) and Buckingham Palace (0.9 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Squares Restaurant.

What's the area around Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square like?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus Underground Station and 3 minutes' walk from Trafalgar Square. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property's dining area was clean and served good food with many nearby restaurant options available. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

LocationService staffRoomBreakfastBedBathroomShowerViewRestaurantAir conditioning

8/10 Very good

Lovely room lovely breakfast lovely staff
Lynne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff lovely, hotel spotless and very good position to visit major sites. .
Kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for our trip. Lovely friendly staff Room was spacious and clean I left my kindle and they quickly found and gave to one of our party.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel - great location; very friendly, courteous, helpful staff. Very impressed by whole stay.
C, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly and the room was spacious and clean
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, great location and clean room
Adrian, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff very helpful.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Every aspect was very good,breakfast hot and plenty of variety,rooms a very good standard and bar staff very attentive
Catherine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was fine: maybe a second chair would help us relax, but it was a pleasant stay. The reception were very helpful with advice about transport.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean rooms of a more than decent size for London.
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Katia on reception was really helpful.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and nice staff. Very clean and well organized.
Sapir, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were all amazing and we thank them for wonderful attention. The rooms were great and location absolutely fantastic.
Sherry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Booked a family King Suite. Extremely clean, very comfortable beds, clean bathroom and friendly staff. Location was excellent close the bars, restaurants, theatres and Covent Garden.
Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was perfect. Nice and spacious and very clean. The hotel is a great base to explore London from. Would definitely stay here again.
Craig, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good service. Ideal location for Theatreland and Restaurants. Comfortable bed and quiet room, albeit a bit small for 2 people.
angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Able to check in early as room available, lovely large room, huge bed. Powerful shower, pod coffee machine. Reception staff very polite and helpful
carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, lovely staff, very comfortable bed, clean room & nice breakfast
Jacinta, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Needs refurbishing for the rooms.
Cheah Wee Joo, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Extremely clean and the most helpful of staff - all of them.
Pat, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean and today, issue with the air conditioner that could not be resolved during our stay. Great location and good value for central London.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly and helpful staff.
Scott, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very helpful; nice room; easy access to Leicester Square and Chinatown.
Karol, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient access to area attractions and friendly front desk
Cassy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, helpful staff
Angela, 2-night trip