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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Travelers find the perfect London base at this Trafalgar Square hotel, where they can enjoy stylish drinks or relax with a comforting cup of tea

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Located in central London, Thistle London Trafalgar Square combines comfort with prime positioning. Guests dine at Squares Restaurant, serving meals from breakfast to dinner. The terrace offers relaxation, and concierge services enhance the London experience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 752
AED 903 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Bathrobes
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(95 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square is near a metro station. The British Museum and O2 Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at London Stadium or Wembley Stadium. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our London travel guide
Map
Whitcomb Street, Trafalger Square, London, England, WC2H 7HG

What's nearby

  • Leicester Square featuring a city, signage and street scenes
    Leicester Square
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Trafalgar Square showing a fountain, a sunset and a square or plaza
    Trafalgar Square
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • London featuring a city, street scenes and heritage elements
    Piccadilly Circus
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • #Teamsquirrel #Troverwalk
    Piccadilly
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Majestic Big Ben and Houses of Parliament by the River Thames in London during a clear day
    Big Ben
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Piccadilly Circus Underground Station
    4 min walk
  • Charing Cross Station
    6 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY)
    49 min drive

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

Hotel near Big Ben
Located close to London Eye and The British Museum, Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Squares Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 108 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 49-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Squares Bar
  • Squares Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator (59 inch wide door)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Ben, London Eye, and The British Museum. Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Piccadilly Circus Underground Station and Leicester Square Underground Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The room was nice and clean and staff were very nice and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lovely smell. Super quiet, great night sleep in comfortable bed. Staff were wonderful and very lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had all ammenities needed. Very comfy bed and pillows. Delicious hot breakfast with superb choices
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, lovely staff, very comfortable bed, clean room & nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was nice. Its in a safe area and very close to tragalgar sq. Easy walk to the River thames. Right next to china town. Is a great place and I would stay here again
Just a couple blocks from china town
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vicci

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean and spacious, location brilliant. Only issues were that I personally found the bed quite hard and one of the lifts being out of service for the two days we were there was a nuisance
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very helpful; nice room; easy access to Leicester Square and Chinatown.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in staff were friendly and pleasant. Room (Junior Suite) was lovely, clean and tidy. Only downsides were that the view was just of other building, apparently all JS’s are on the 3rd floor so no options for better view, also there was a small mark and a cut in the bed sheet but this was changed immediately and the house keeping manager attended personally and inspected the rest of bed to make sure it was clean. We were able to get a late checkout (12pm) at no charge and they held our bags while we were being tourists. Absolutely great location 5 mins to both Leicester and Trafalgar squares. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, location perfect, courteous and friendly staff. No notes!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

C W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay …. Hotel in middle of everything we wanted to see and do … great stay with very helpful staff .. will stay here again …
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Han Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location. Right next to Chinatown, Leicester Square, National Gallery.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was cosy and spotlessly clean. Staff were very friendly and we love that the hotel is so central to everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable hotel, great location. Friendly staff. Room are on the small side but fine for 1 or 2 nights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Great position ,friendly staff lovely rooms would def staff again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Prompt check in, exceptionally clean, comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandrika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went to London to celebrate a very close friend's 60th birthday. The whole stau at th hotel was very memorable.Wonderful front desk staff during check-in and checkout. Night staff very welcoming too. Breakast staff and front desk staff all so lovely friendly and helpful. Choice of self serve continental and full breakfast. Unlimited tea and coffee and breakfast juice. Central to Trafalgar Square/ Covent garden. Would definitely stay again. Thank you all for making our stay a memorable one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, the staff are very helpful, we didnt have any hot water, I rang reception and they sent a maintenance man immediately in fact three different ones came within 15 mins of wach other for the same problem. It was solved very quickly. Well worth the money, comfortable with all the nice things, coffee machine, good hairdryer, iron and board, large towels and a huge bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dmitry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly stuff,
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is simply unbeatable. However, it's management is somewhat sloppy; there's always something that needs attention. This time it was the insufficient heating in our room during cold-weather. After complaining for three full days, an electric space heater finally appeared and the problem went away. All in all: we recommend the hotel and we'll keep returning to it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location. Bathroom was dated and needs updating. Very poor cold water pressure in bath and difficult to regulate water temperature with old tap. Poor sound proofing between rooms - sounded like next room was showering in our room ! On a plus note the staff were very friendly and courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming. The room was clean and well appointed. The location was great - minutes to Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square and Covent Garden.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant staff were top notch
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025