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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Tower of London

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Exterior
Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor banquet area
2 bars/lounges
Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

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St Katharine's Way, London, England, E1W 1LD
  • Place, Thames River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower Bridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower of London
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(229 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(378 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, with Bridge View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(312 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(149 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Sleeper Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Sleeper Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(128 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double, with Bridge View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(97 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double Limited View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Limited View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Limited View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Limited View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Sleeper Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Limited View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Limited View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Twin Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, The Tower Hotel, by Thistle is next to popular attractions like Tower of London and Tower Bridge. This 801-room, 4-star hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Thames River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tower Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • HMS Belfast - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Shard - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tower Hill Station - 7 min walk
  • Fenchurch Street Station - 10 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Wharf Chop House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vicinity - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Tower of London
Guests of The Tower Hotel, by Thistle enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is available for GBP 29 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, a terrace, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 49-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Portable fans, safes, and phones are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 29 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 21.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Starbucks
  • The Lawn
  • Vicinity
  • VU from the Tower

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 12 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1973
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 21.50 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 29 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Parking has height restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

As of Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on Dec 26, 2025 start from $202.05, excluding 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.

What's there to do around The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre, just steps from Tower of London and Tower Bridge. You'll also find London Bridge and Thames River less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Yes, covered parking is offered for GBP 29 per day. Though parking is limited, electric car charging is also available.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle feature a casino at the property?

No, The Tower Hotel, by Thistle doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including premium bedding and a smart TV in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Are there hot tubs at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Tower Hotel, by Thistle has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle though service animals are welcome.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

The closest major airport to The Tower Hotel, by Thistle is London City Airport (LCY), which is 6.8 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 19.5 mi away (61-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle.

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4157 out of 8780 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2481 out of 8780 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1248 out of 8780 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 507 out of 8780 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 387 out of 8780 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Lucinda

Heat was not working properly in my room and the hotel was very slow to address the issue.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views of Tower Bridge were fantastic! Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Joshua

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time in London and we were very excited about this hotel. We were excited about its location being so close to the Tower Bridge and The Tower of London. When we read the description about the hotel online we couldn't wait to get to this luxurious hotel. When we arrived, we were quite surprised. The lobby is nice, however, the staff will constantly try to upsell you. We booked a mini suite since it said it would have a stocked fridge and more room. We actually added another booking for this hotel at the end of our stay because we extended our trip, so we booked a "normal" room. Well, the suite was not sweet. It was small, windows barely opened, no AC, no central air, so you had to rely on the wind blowing just right to cool off the room. The "stocked fridge" was barely stocked. Had one Coke, one Diet Coke, one Gin in Tonic can, one Sparkling Water, and one Regular water. That's it. I asked if we could get it stocked with more drinks and stocked for two people (we both like Coke), and they said no. The room wasn't that nice either. The bed felt as stiff as a plank of wood, and the pillows were uncomfortable. The bathtub was clogged, and when I brought this up to the front desk, they said they would send someone, but the tub was never fixed. When we switched rooms to the "Normal" room, it was the SAME SIZE. The only difference is that the fridge was not stocked. TOTAL WASTE OF MONEY. Everything was falling apart in the room and did nothing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff were very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to tower bridge and tower of london with a hop on hop off bus near buy and the circle line subway near buy. Lots of food and coffe options and very friendly hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not as nice as it looked
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location!!! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How tall was situated in a perfect place next to a gorgeous bridge next to a river and the castle restaurants around was fantastic restaurant in the hotel superb staff was great hotel was very clean just a little outdated but overall great recommend recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

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

Tower bridge hotel

Perfect location. Comfy beds and well looked after. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location , but feel service has gone down in the many many years we have stayed at the Tower Hotel. We booked a "Bridge" view & when we checked we were told that there was a maintenance problem & moved us to a supposed upgraded room (which it was not). The TV was not working properly ( had text in German-which we couldn't change & no sound on BBC1) .Maintenance man came but was clearly up to his eye's and resented having to try & help us. Such a shame as we were celebrating our wedding Anniversary - & we had spent our wedding night in the hotel 45 years to the day in 1980. Think this is the last time we will ever stay at the Hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a one night stay . Staff around the building were welcoming. The room was well maintained with an incredible view of Tower Bridge. The bed was super comfy and breakfast in the morning was worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay super clean and wonderful views
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther

Traveled with family
The room is so outdated and old. It maintains the basic tidiness but overall it’s still disappointing. The warming rack for towels was broken and so is the fixture of the shampoo bottle in the bathroom. The view of the tower bridge is super nice but the window is dirty which affects the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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

2/10 Terrible

Nazir

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

KULDIP

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Great location - bit dated though

Location superb. Easy to get to and great fir sightseeing Hotel is looking and feeling a bit dated. Luckily we spent each day sightseeing and so came back just to crash out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being close to all attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cassidy Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
If you ask for no room service they give you a €7 credit for the hotel’s restaurant or cafe but one day when we had the thing on the door for that they came in and did it anyways and put the door thing on the closest and we didn’t get the credit for that day but we did get it for a different day and it was used at the coffee shop that has great good! We also went to the out door patio restaurant with a view of the tower bridge and the burgers were delicious! The bathroom also needs to be updated and wasn’t the bathroom shown in the picture for the room I reserved and the bathtub had random things in it that had to be washed out. Hotel is walking distance to near by train stop and hop on hop off buses. Elevator can be very warm, so be careful on hot days there is no ventilation in there whats so ever.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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