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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Big Ben

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$406
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

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

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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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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

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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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

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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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

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Big Ben - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The British Museum - 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 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), meeting rooms and a lift
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and concierge services
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 108 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

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

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 16.50 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

  • Lift (150 centimetre wide door)

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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from 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
Royal Trafalgar London
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

Is Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 12 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on 18 Aug 2025 start from AU$406.32, 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.

How much is parking at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

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?

Checkout 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 2 mi (3 km). Charing Cross Underground Station and Leicester Square Underground Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1012 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

WESLEY C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customers service was brilliant and our room was spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location . Very friendly and helpful staff . Buffet breakfast excellent lots of choice . Room prefect . Very comfy bed . Short distances to many tube and bus stops .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was situated in a good place. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. The staff were very helpful, they kept our cases before check in and after check out. It was a really nice clean hotel and i will be using it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic! Location was amazing and the staff helped with anything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

WESLEY C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
SERVICE was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This location was excellent as a tourist in London. We could walk to many sites, close to the West End for theater, and easy access to 2 subway stations. We loved our room, very cool during a super hot week in London!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for doing everything we wanted to do 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodation
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location….amazing. Just a block away from the really busy areas so your close to the action but without the noise. Hotel was solid.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing so welcoming and helpful. The location was perfect to walk around central London, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Great location. Friendly staff. Would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great staff in a perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything but at the same time two blocks away from the noise and chaos of Piccadilly Circus. It is what I needed, not fancy but clean and comfortable, and very close to public transportation, and also close to the theaters. We just walked from the hotel to everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mandi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The sink in the bathroom was blocked, the corridors smelled very musty. But hotel have a great location, so close to everything. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and friendly staff. I would recommend and stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel just off Leicester Square but incredibly quiet considering its location. Lovely room and bathroom. Excellent value for money considering the location. Everything is in walking distance and open late! Would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location is perfect! Will definitely stay here again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Johan Petter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bra
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, well located and in easy walking distance to many attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice. Friendly and helpful staff. Very small bathrooms, no ice maker. But clean and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend, this property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025