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Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

3.5 star property

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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Bath Road, Longford, West Drayton, England, UB7 0EQ
  • Place, Thorney Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Thames River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Airport Bowl
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(115 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(417 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(43 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

West Drayton

Located in Heathrow Villages, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Windsor Castle and Pinewood Studios. This 3.5-star hotel has 266 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Thorney Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Thames River - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Thames Path - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Airport Bowl - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Royal Holloway, University of London - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Station A Station - 6 min drive
  • West Drayton Station - 7 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Plane Food - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wagamama - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Giraffe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. Self parking is available for GBP 18 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a terrace.
38-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Laptop-compatible safes, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 18 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aviator Sports Bar
  • Aviator Sports Restaurant
  • Lobby Lounge

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (5,490 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1968
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 38-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers an airport shuttle service to Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5, via the Heathrow Pod.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 18 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • 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).

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Heathrow Thistle
London Thistle Heathrow
Thistle Heathrow
Thistle Heathrow London
Thistle London
Thistle London Heathrow
Thistle London Hotel
Thistle London Hotel Heathrow
Thistle London Heathrow Hotel West Drayton, Greater London
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Thistle London Heathrow T5 Hotel West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow T5 Hotel
Thistle London Heathrow T5 West Drayton
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Thistle London Heathrow T5
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Hotel
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Hotel West Drayton

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

As of May 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 on May 31, 2026 start from $101, 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 is there to do around Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

This hotel is situated in Heathrow Villages, close to Windsor Castle and Thorpe Park. You'll also find Thames River and Airport Bowl within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 18 per night.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a casino at the property?

No, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like turndown service as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

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

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Aviator Sports Restaurant.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5.

Are there connecting rooms at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

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

Where is the closest airport to Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

The closest major airport to Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 2.5 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Farnborough (FAB), which is located 24.6 mi away (44-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 that offer a balcony.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5.

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1378 out of 3373 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1130 out of 3373 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 536 out of 3373 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 177 out of 3373 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 152 out of 3373 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nedal

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

4/10 Poor

Besnik, Tampa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not acceptable had to walk 15 mins to go to room not clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great price. Location is perfect for T5. Rooms clean and have a kettle with teas and coffee. Great bar serving good if you don’t fancy the restaurant with views of Heathrow and a very very nice breakfast. 3rd visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff helpful. The room was fine. The bed was very comfy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spacious and quiet for the basic room. Didn’t have any issues at all,everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pod to the terminal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with partner
Room was fine, reception very helpful. Room service food wasn’t great but that’s to be expected at this sort of airport hotel. Overall, did what was needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for pre flight stay rooms well equipped and clean ,nice to have restaurant and bar on rooftop over looking run way with large outside terrace .The pod travel to terminal 5 excellent way to get to and from T 5
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very pleasant. The room was very basic, but clean and the bed comfortable. It is a good location for terminal 5. One negative was the smell in the bar and restaurant, which was very unpleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was basic but very clean and all that i needed to get my head down for the night before an early flight! Loved the electric pods that get you to the terminal, super eaay to use but expensive for a 5 minjourney.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and pleasant room nice restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Loved using the pods!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Amelia

Liked: Staff & service
Very old facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Peter

Yes I would use this hotel again, at the right price. Bit tired, rooms ok but small. Pods to the airport were great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location convenient rooms and building a bit tired but not dirty or poorly maintained food and drink facilities good no EV charging available
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Finn Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean room, great amenities. Great location (if you leave from Terminal 5)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay excellent staff room was lovely although we couldn't get the heater to work so was a little chilly breakfast was very nice with a good selection on the buffet and fantastic views of the runway only gave four stars as unfortunately the bar and restaurant are not very accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Martin Fabian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the easy check-in process. The self serve was super. Liked the little lounge area where we could grab a beverage and also enjoyed the sports bar and restaurant. Liked the convenience to the airport and the little pods to travel back back-and-forth.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shawnna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Georgina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Alcester

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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