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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

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
The current price is $191
$229 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026

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
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
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
Private bathroom
  • 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
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Espresso 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 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Espresso maker
  • 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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The price is $173
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
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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
  • Big Ben - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 38 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 68 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 70 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 80 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 89 min drive
  • Charing Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 12 min walk
  • London (QQW-Waterloo Train Station) - 19 min walk
  • Charing Cross Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Leicester Square Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Piccadilly Circus Underground Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪All Bar One - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stage at the Londoner - ‬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 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: Charing Cross Underground Station is 5 minutes and Leicester Square Underground Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
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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
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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
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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
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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)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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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.

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 (15-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 5-minute walk from Charing Cross Underground Station and 3 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

10

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, varied, and nicely served with some guests even having made-to-order omelettes. (44 reviews)
  • The property's dining area was clean and served good food with many nearby restaurant options available. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and recently redecorated. The room was very comfortable and quiet. The staff were very welcoming and friendly.
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was just right
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay …. Hotel in middle of everything we wanted to see and do … great stay with very helpful staff .. will stay here again …
C W, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was cosy and spotlessly clean. Staff were very friendly and we love that the hotel is so central to everything
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable hotel, great location. Friendly staff. Room are on the small side but fine for 1 or 2 nights.
Janine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Prompt check in, exceptionally clean, comfortable room
Janet, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Bruce, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location
Jay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff. Would stay again
Natalie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. The showers require some maneuvering to prevent water from going all over the floor. I would stay here again.
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

early check in
Per, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay, it was the first time to London 😘
Fred, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay.
WESLEY C, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Location you cannot beat! Only downside
Kathryn, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel - close to everything, and hit my top three: good air conditioning, excellent water pressure, and very clean.
Dianne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and amazing service. Bed a little hard and no oat milk available at breakfast but otherwise simply fantastic
Melanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location is good if you want to be in the heart of London. It is quite congested in that area, but close to many sites and easy to get to transportation. The service was lacking at this hotel. The check in staff were very kind and helpful, but we had some rough experiences with the rest of the staff. One example, we asked for a towel as there were three of us and only 2 towels. The woman at the front desk was very bothered that we asked and said she could not deal with that right now. The room was nice and the breakfast was good.
Christina, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Location and breakfast Some guests were noisy, slamming doors.
mrs carol, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
Ryan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent position and great staffs. Near famous museums and dining areas.
Tat Man Benjamen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Patrick, 1-night trip