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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.2
out of 5
10 reviews
Weekend Visit

I would liked to have known about the free gym and pool for guests before I arrived and also... See full review

  • Maddog
  • May 15, 2012
Sound

Nice hotel, if abit dated. Area looks run down, but close enough to islington night life See full review

  • Yeti254
  • Apr 12, 2012
Thistle City Barbican is just a short walk from the Barbican Centre - Europe's largest arts centre and home to the London Symphony Orchestra. As well as concert-goers, we're a popular choice with couples looking for a wedding venue. We're also right on the edge of The City of London, making this a prime venue for business meetings and events. The perfect hotel for attending cultural events or doing business in London We have 463 bedrooms, including Premier Executive and Superior rooms, plus 13 meeting rooms, the largest seating 170 guests theatre-style. Located just off the City Road, we have 10 on-site parking spaces available at an additional charge. Whether you're here for business, the ballet, Beethoven or simply a short break in London, our Otium Health & Leisure Club has all you need to relax and unwind.

Thistle City Barbican Rooms

Standard Single Room
Our Standard Single rooms have everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay. With a single bed, LCD TV, radio and decorated in a warm colour palette, they are a welcome sight for any traveller. And when you've finished checking your emails or surfing the net via our BT Openzone wireless broadband connection, you can relax in the ensuite bathroom with your complimentary toiletries. Facilities Available: BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio TV with Remote Control Work Desk
Standard Double Room
Our Standard Double rooms are quiet, spacious and decorated in a warm and welcoming colour palette. Boasting LCD TV, radio and BT Openzone wireless internet access, our Standard Doubles are perfect for business or leisure. Facilities Available: BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio TV with Remote Control Work Desk
Standard Twin Room
Our Standard Twin rooms have everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay. With two single beds, LCD TV, radio and decorated in a warm colour palette, they are a welcome sight for any traveller. And when you've finished checking your emails or surfing the net via our BT Openzone wireless broadband connection, you can relax in the ensuite bathroom with your complimentary toiletries. Facilities Available: BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio TV with Remote Control Work Desk
Deluxe Rooms
All the comforts and amenities of our Standard bedrooms, and then some. More space means there is room for a large double bed or 2 twin beds bed, mini-bar, LCD TV and a work desk. You can also check your emails via our BT Openzone wireless broadband connection and there's a in-room safe where you can store your valuables. Facilities Available: Hotel has Air Conditioning in certain rooms only BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Flat Screen LCD TV with Freeview Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Mini Bar (Not Stocked) Radio Room Safe Work Desk
Family Room
Our Family rooms are some of our largest rooms; perfect for working, entertaining, marking a special occasion or enjoying a longer stay. Each Executive Family room comprises of a bedroom with a king-size bed and separate lounge area with a sofa bed, suitable for up to 2 children up to the age of 12. They also boast LCD TVs, radio and of course BT Openzone wireless internet connection. Facilities Available: Hotel has Air Conditioning in certain rooms only BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Flat Screen LCD TV with Freeview Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio Room Safe Work Desk

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Hotel Map

Area served
Barbican
Nearby airports
From London Heathrow, the Heathrow Express runs direct to London Paddington in just 15 minutes (20 from Terminal 5), with a train every quarter of an hour. The Gatwick Express runs a similar service into London Victoria from London Gatwick.
Area description
Thistle City Barbican is just a short walk from the Barbican Centre - Europe's largest arts centre and home to the London Symphony Orchestra.

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Fitness center
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
The most relaxing place to do business in London Just a short walk from The Barbican Centre Thistle City Barbican provides an ideal venue for business meetings and events or family occasions. Our largest function room, the Clerkenwell Suite, seats up to 170 guests, making it suitable for conferences and banqueting; it's also chosen by many couples as their wedding venue. We have 12 further meeting rooms suitable for board and team meetings, training sessions, presentations, interviews and private dining. All our meeting rooms come fully equipped with Air-conditioning LCD projector and screen BT Openzone wireless internet access

Dining

120 Central Brasserie
Our 120 Central Brasserie restaurant offers a choice of British and European dishes in comfortable and contemporary surroundings. We also keep a cellar of classic and New World wines. Open for breakfast and dinner, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a delicious meal.
Bar 120
Enjoy a drink or light snacks in our relaxed and informal atmospheric Bar 120. It's the perfect place to meet after work or for a drink after dinner.
CoMotion Bar
The CoMotion Bar serves a wide range of drinks and snacks in informal surroundings - perfect for a breakfast coffee, between meetings, after work or before dinner.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

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Guest Reviews (10)

Ratings and reviews for Thistle City Barbican

Overall score

3.2 / 5
10 out of 10
Amenities:
3.2
Room cleanliness:
3.5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3.6
Location:
3
Value:
3.1

70% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Maddog
Harrow London
May 15, 2012

Weekend Visit

I would liked to have known about the free gym and pool for guests before I arrived and also whether or not breakfast was complementary

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

2
Professional in London
Business
Oxford
May 6, 2012

Barely Average

Tiny room, broken radiator that ran at full heat all night, a window that couldn't be opened more than 4 inches, slow service from indifferent staff who tried to charge me for a pre paid room. Welcome to London.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

4
Yeti254
Evesham, Worcestershire WR11, UK
Apr 12, 2012

Sound

Nice hotel, if abit dated. Area looks run down, but close enough to islington night life

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
3
Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

4
Mutley
Kent, UK
Oct 11, 2011

Great for a short stay in London

Was in London for a friend's birthday party and this hotel offered cheap accomodation, walking distance from the venue......and most importantly, a really comfortable bed! I'd stay again for the odd night in London.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

3
the fast and furious tourist
rancho palos verdes
Jul 29, 2010

good for business not for the vacationer

overall a good hotel, we had a small room. No view. Good breakfast. Good service and assistance as needed. Quite a walk to the undergound.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Not Applicable

Our trip to London was only an overnighter. We reccommend the on and off tour bus, to get a general view of the city.

Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

3
Les T
West Wales
Jul 27, 2010

Mostly Good , One Bad

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Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
2
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: In Hotel

The hotel dining, although excellent is expensive. The resturants in Old Street are good and a ten minute walk away

Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

3
hjdffh
Paris
Jul 14, 2010

test14july

wow!!!!!!!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

4
biztravelrnuk
Business
colorado, usa
Feb 18, 2010

Rooms w/character & a wonderful steam rm

Business travel. Room was always made-up and cleaned. Pool hours are only 6:30a-8:00p. Sausa and steam room are wonderful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

2
mom
NJ
Oct 8, 2009

2 nights

We were given an non a/C room though we booked a delux. safe deposit locker was not working. So we changed the room. A/C unit was not working hair dryer did not work one of the lights near dresser needed a new bulb? Staff did not offer any repairs even for 2nd day.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Thistle City Barbican

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jul 11, 2009

This is my second visit to the

This is my second visit to the Thistle and I was very disappointed. I had a tiny room. Everything was minimalist and geared up to saving money - horrible old small towels, third rate toiletries. Even the tea bags were rationed. I couldn't have a second cup of tea in my room. On the first day I reported that the door handle to my room fell on the floor in the corridor and needed repairing. They seemed to know about it already, but by the time I left on the third day, it still had not been repaired. This hotel may have four star facilities, but the basic elements are close to two star.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
3
Value:
3
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