Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

Property class: 4
Hotel with restaurant, near Big Ben

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You'll be in a fantastic location at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square, 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 Piccadilly 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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
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
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Soundproofed rooms
The current price is CNY1,293
CNY1,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a headboard.

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a TV.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(110 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, bedside lamps, a round wooden table, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large mirror.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Theatreland - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Leicester Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Charing Cross Road - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 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
  • Waterloo Station - 17 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
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Moon Under Water (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square, 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 Piccadilly 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

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. Open daily.
Squares Bar - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: ECOsmart. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 22 per person

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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 2 minutes' walk from Trafalgar Square. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast offered a great choice of food, was topped up regularly, and was of good quality. (101 reviews)
  • Restaurant staff were top notch and the breakfast buffet was good quality with plenty of options. (29 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Great location with friendly staff and a lovely breakfast. Bed was very comfy
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, helpful staff, excellent breakfast and snack lunch. Central for theatres and Covent Garden Would recommend
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8/10 Very good

excellent position, decent breakfast
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8/10 Very good

Great location staff extremely helpful 👏
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was perfect and the breakfast was fantastic.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value for money in the heart of London. Clean, quiet with friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, The staff of the breakfast super friendly, good menu! there are pancakes and waffles (just ask for them)
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall, my stay at the hotel was a great experience. The staff are helpful and kind. The room was clean and as advertized. The amenities functioned and it was easy to explore the city because of the hotels location. I recommend booking here
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is just wonderful. Everything you need is within walking distance. National gallery literally next door. The room was great. The bed is great : I have some problems with my back , but I slept well. Staff is very friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was centrally located, and the room was very quiet. There are no actual laundry facilities at the property but there is a service available. Could be pricey if washing up for a family. The staff was super helpful and recommended a great restaurant.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet; King Size Bed; Ample sized room; location was perfect
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a perfect location for exploring. Staff were helpful and polite. Breakfast had a great choice of food and it was topped up regularly
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff was very kind. The location was central making it easy to walk to the City of Westminster sites.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, excellent staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
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8/10 Very good

Great location for what we needed
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. Very kind and helpfull staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location with close proximity to shopping, sightseeing and places to eat.
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was efficient and welcoming. Room was clean and bed was large and comfortable. Good hot/cold range of breakfast options. Bar staff were friendly and restaurant food served quickly.
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast outstanding
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8/10 Very good

City break - really just slept and ate breakfast there. Beds a little hard but otherwise hotel provided what we wanted well. Staff were all lovely, breakfast was fine. Location convenient and central. Had a great weekend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very accommodating, cheerful, and professional.
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a lovely stay very central. The staff were very friendly