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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Big Ben

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$446
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Explore the area

Map
Whitcomb Street, Trafalger Square, London, England, WC2H 7HG
  • Big Ben
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Buckingham Palace
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • London Eye
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Digital channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

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

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

London

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square puts you in the heart of London, within a 20-minute stroll of Big Ben and London Eye. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Squares Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lounge is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel include The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

What's nearby

  • Big Ben - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The British Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • London Eye - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hyde Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Charing Cross Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Charing Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leicester Square - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Big Ben
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square also features a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services.

This London hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge
  • 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)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 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 midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: from approximately GBP 15 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • One child aged 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

Royal Trafalgar Hotel
Royal Trafalgar Hotel London
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Thistle Trafalgar Square 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
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

As of 10 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on 18 May 2025 start from NZ$446.36, including 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 Trafalgar - Leicester Square serve breakfast?

Yep, guests give a thumbs up to the English breakfast here! Available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

No, Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

No, pets are not allowed.

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1007 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Staff was terrific. However, the facility was average. Restaurant limited. Rooms, small. No Coffee Machine or Refrigerator. No washcloths. Good for short stay, but we were there 9 days.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juliana

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

resul

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

S

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort

Disappointed

Room was small and noisy from deliveries outside. Not as shown in the picture. Needs an update. Breakfast was buffet style and even at 07:00 could have been hotter.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Staff & service

Twojakesuk

Good breakfast( £15 book in advance on the day it rises to £18.50) rooms good size clean and beds comfortable. Toilet not flushing properly. Public areas very very hot. Good location off trafalgar square for china town etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ian, Lancing

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has improved since we last stayed 2021 has an update to facilities would book again staff very helpful and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Baldwin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms were tired and the windows covered in condensation and some black mould on the secondary glazing. Its a shame because if Thistle invested some cash it would be a great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location but room was so small and narrow

The location is fantastic just a short walk to Leicester Square. The woman welcomed us when we checked in, very friendly. Our room was disappointing. It was very small. I booked a double bed but ours was full sized. To get to the other side of the bed, I had to squeeze myself between the foot of the bed and the tv. Not a good place to put a tv. The bed was alright not that comfortable. The shower was great but the bathroom needed some updates it was small as well. I was surprised there were no usb ports anywhere. Our view was ok. We had drinks at the bar and asked the server if it was 2 for £20 cocktails which he said no. But there was a poster in the lift so it was a bit annoying. Apart from the disappointment of the room, I would probably stay here again because of the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

Great location and lovely staff

Had a lovely stay, all the staff are lovely and the hotel is amazing location for theatres. Room was enough for our needs. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Reasonable hotel - good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosemary

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Avoid

Offered and paid for upgrade auto larger room. Carpet and chair very stained and large amounts of mould around windows
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was very good staff very friendly. Overall nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was nice enough, but smelt very damp throughout. Would not of wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Brilliant

Central and convenient with a dedicated pull in for taxi drop off right at the front door. Brilliant if you have heaps of luggage!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Check in worrying, but it worked out thankfully.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025