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Thistle London Holborn

4.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Lobby
Point of interest
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Bloomsbury Way, London, England, WC1A 2SD
  • The British Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • London Eye
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Buckingham Palace
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
(6 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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
(46 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

London

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

What's nearby

  • The British Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Leicester Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • London Eye - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Holborn Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Museum Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Old Crown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Base Specialty Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Colonel Saab - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle London Holborn

Edwardian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
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.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian

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

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
  • 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. 

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 Jul 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Holborn on Jul 27, 2025 start from $184.33, 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 close to Thistle London Holborn?

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

Will I be able to park at Thistle London Holborn?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking with discounts available.

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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Thistle London Holborn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Thistle London Holborn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Thistle London Holborn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 17.9 mi away (52-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Thistle London Holborn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Thistle London Holborn.

Thistle London Holborn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff. Very well situated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the location, walkable from the train and close to the British Museum. Carpet is a bit old in the rooms and the bed could be more plush, but very clean (i love the smell of bleach, i know they really got all the germs) and staff was great. Room was quaint and complimentary coffee and tea was a nice touch. It would be great if they put a little table and 2 small chairs in the tower window of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gemma

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice but not for the price I paid

Lots of damp patches in the room, water leaked through ceiling into the wardrobe, telephone didn’t work. Staff were very friendly and willing to help
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very professional, polite, service was impeccable, room was very comfortable and the location was excellent! We enjoyed Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle, Bradford

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed before, great location and nice tooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After 30~ hours of transit from Australia to London, the staff were very welcoming and let us check in quite early, and comped us breakfast to aid in our getting into town. The property was very spacious and welcoming. If we ever are in this area again, we will endeavour to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

katy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

English breakfast

The pictures that we found online did not do justice to the breakfast that they served; if I had known that they provided a whole english breakfast everyday, I would have opted for it, rather than pay the higher price. The hotel is well located for our travel purposes.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judit, Scarsdale

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephenie, Atlanta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a quaint property very convenient to the Underground and amazingly situated near the British Museum. The bar area was very nice and the staff was friendly. Rooms were small but tidy and had everything you needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

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

Decent hotel in excellent location

Decent hotel, very central and excellent for West end. Comfortable bed and room. Only issue was couldn't turn shower cooler in the evening, then next morning no hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

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

Comfortable and friendly

A friendly, clean and comfortable stay with lovely food. Definitely booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great situation in Central London. Very convenient for the British Museum and Covent Garden. Superb breakfast. Rooms plenty big enough and well appointed. Staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, welcoming & accommodating staff, the room was generally clean however the bathroom could have done with a little more attention, big comfortable bed in the executive room, quiet internally but a bit of road noise for usual London traffic, however we were on the corner at the front of the hotel. Breakfast was buffet but well priced & well catered for. Hotel was able to store our luggage while we attended a stage show, we could collect much later on that evening despite checking out earlier that same day, all for no extra charge. A lovely experience all things considered, we will likely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Upon arrival, one of the rooms we had book wasn’t ready for checking into. There was no apology for this. We also opted in for a room upgrade but completely understood that this may or may not happen. The one room that was ready could upgrade to then be told that we couldn’t as it wasn’t ready. We were told it would be two hours before that room was ready but we had dinner and a show so left it. Once in the room, it was quite a nice set up actually. However, you could feel every spring in the sofa bed which caused an uncomfortable nights sleep. The sides were also covered in dust. The room felt rather cold. The bathroom facilities were fine but the towel rail didn’t seem to work. The lift also seemed temperamental. It regularly said a warning about how it was overloaded. I fail to see how myself and one adult equates to 450KGs. There were multiple families offended by this. It also makes matters worse when the cleaning staff are using it during peak times which means that there’s delays and constant overloading messages. Upon checking out, I was told I owed money for an upgrade. I refused because we never had the upgrade. I was asked how our stay was and I said ok but there were things that wasn’t great. No apology. No discussion. Overall, it felt like we weren’t wanted or welcome. A real shame because I’ve stayed twice before and had a good stay. However, the lack of customer service and the poor room meant that I won’t be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A smart hotel with comfy rooms.. good breakfast… polite staff. Excellent location for tubes and access to theatres. Second stay and definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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