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Thistle London Holborn

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Exterior
Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Bloomsbury Way, London, England, WC1A 2SD
  • Place, Theatreland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shaftesbury Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bloomsbury Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Twin Room

  • 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 Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Thistle London Holborn is adjacent to The British Museum and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Shaftesbury Theatre. This 129-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Theatreland - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shaftesbury Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bloomsbury Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Cartoon Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trades Union Congress Building - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Holborn Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 6 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪My Old Dutch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bloomsbury Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Museum Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Crown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Colonel Saab - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle London Holborn

Thistle London Holborn features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. Offsite parking is offered for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 38-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include laptop-compatible safes, phones, and ironing boards. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 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

  • Kingsley Bar
  • Kingsley Two Brasserie

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator (55 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1989
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Edwardian architecture
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 38-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

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 10:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 16.50 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Property is also known as

Kingsley Hotel
Kingsley Hotel London
Kingsley London
Thistle Holborn Kingsley Hotel
Thistle Holborn Kingsley
The Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
Kingsley By Thistle London
Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
Thistle Holborn Kingsley Hotel London
Thistle Holborn Kingsley London
Thistle Holborn
Thistle London Holborn Hotel
Thistle London Holborn London
Thistle London Holborn Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Thistle London Holborn?

Thistle London Holborn offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle London Holborn?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Holborn on Apr 19, 2026 start from $202, 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.

What's there to do close to Thistle London Holborn?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a 10-minute walk of The British Museum and Russell Square. You'll also find Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus less than a mile away.

Does Thistle London Holborn have a casino at the property?

No, Thistle London Holborn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thistle London Holborn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Thistle London Holborn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Thistle London Holborn serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Kingsley Two Brasserie.

Does Thistle London Holborn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Thistle London Holborn.

What is the closest airport to Thistle London Holborn?

The closest major airport to Thistle London Holborn is London City Airport (LCY), which is 9.9 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 17.8 mi away (63-minute drive).

Thistle London Holborn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 494 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1015 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, well-appointed room. Well situated for the sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel. Centrally located and right by all the theatres. Quiet and bed was really comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Well situated for exploring. Staff were all helpful and friendly. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

PADDY

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean hotel in centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tenby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Great food in the bar
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

lorraine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a Christmas trip for my Mum, I thought I give her a surprise treat, we booked in on 22nd December, great location as described but I want to say a huge thank you to the staff, warm welcome, swift booking in, the Junior suite was amazing the room was clean and tidy, and such lovely touches like mini bar and Nespresso coffee machine and plenty of towels and soft dressing gowns, and the breakfast was great selection, hot and cold to choose from only drawback a bit hectic around the toaster . Will use this hotel again and would recommend 100 percent, thank you for a perfect start to Christmas, see you soon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Diane, San Mateo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was comfortable. The location was amazing. Everyone at the hotel was very helpful. We did not have food at our hotel. There were tons of places to eat all around the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gvins

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is beautiful, and the location cannot be beat… So close to the vibrant downtown yet in a quiet and residential area. The rooms are a bit sparsely decorated, and the wait for hot water is something which should be remedied, however the stay is more than comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Tired hotel room, aircon looked like it never been serviced or cleaned! Room smelt, pillows flat and lumpy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, friendly staff and great breakfast. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was no hot water in the room, was told that we were upgraded to a king room but it was two Donnie beds pushed together. The shower screen was also broken and issue with toilet plumbing. Really not worth it for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean. Good central location. Quiet area. Easy access to TCR and Holborn stn.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy bed and polite staff. Loved the chrismas decorations on the ground floor. My only issue is the buffet breakfast was not vegan friendly. All food was grouped together , freash fruit placed next to cold meat. Cooked options only included mushroom and tomato's which was also placed right next to egg and cooked meat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is located in a very nice area. Just around the corner from the British Hotel and right down the street from the Tottenham station. Very clean with very good service. Nice bar in the lobby.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were given a nice quiet room at the back of the hotel, no noise at all. Good size room but it lacked any nice little details. No bottles/carfe of water, no box of tissues. The toiletries were really bad quality. But the window would open and you could control the rooms temperature. The breakfast was ok. But the food was offered like warm. The quality of the orange juice was awful but the staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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