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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
Lobby
Suite, 1 Double Bed
Outdoor banquet area
Family Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
The current price is AU$264
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Explore the area

Map
St Katharine's Way, London, England, E1W 1LD
  • Tower Bridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Tower of London
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • The Shard
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Sleeper Double Room

Sleeper Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(99 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Free minibar items
Smart TV
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Limited View

Standard Twin Limited View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(124 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(261 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(294 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(191 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Double, with Bridge View

Executive Double, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Limited View

Standard Double Limited View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sleeper Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Limited View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Limited View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

London

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle places you steps from Tower Bridge and within a short 5-minute stroll of Tower of London. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. .The restaurant, Vicinity, serves local and international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The Lawn is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Business amenities include 18 meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class London City Centre hotel include HMS Belfast and The Shard.

What's nearby

  • Tower Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Shard - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • London Bridge - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Liverpool Street - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Tower of London
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business centre and 18 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Tower Hotel, by Thistle. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 801 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1973
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offers 801 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift (100 centimetre 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 organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 9 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on 27 July 2025 start from AU$264.34, 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.

Is parking available at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Yep, The Tower Hotel, by Thistle has a covered self car park for GBP 29 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes The Tower Hotel, by Thistle a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle serve breakfast?

Yep, guests can't get enough of the buffet breakfast here! Available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

No, The Tower Hotel, by Thistle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3548 out of 7563 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2138 out of 7563 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1072 out of 7563 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 467 out of 7563 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 338 out of 7563 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay as always Perfect location with stunning views of the Tower Bridge
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Location is good and Tower views are great. Concierge helpful also. Make sure you check for bed bugs. We did have an issue with these in our bed and and were bitten. Staff moved us to another room immediately but no offer of a room credit or even a meal or drink voucher as a goodwill gesture for this. They are aware of overall problem as they did mention Rentokill had been.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saja, Hesperia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The is an amazing hotel the location is just perfect with an amazing view of the tower bridge. Lots of good restaurants around the area. Definitely will stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ying

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We paid for a view of the tower which we literally just about fitted all in! Tried to eat at the attached Vicinity restaurant but after eventually being seated we were ignored so left without ordering. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Clare

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Mixed review!

It was clean in room. The decor, fixtures and fittings are tired and shabby . Our room was round the back, so not the amazing views of tower bridge as advertised so was very disappointed. We asked the Concierge desk about directions to the london dungeons to be informed that it was closed on Monday. Thankfully we went to see for ourselves and had a great time as it was very much open. The hotels location is great for visiting tower of london.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel adjacent to the Tower of London, literally a 10-minute leisurely walk from the hotel to the entrance of the Tower of London. Comfortable rooms, easy walking to many local restaurants and sightseeing opportunities. The only negative that I can think of would be the price of the breakfast buffet, at approximately 38 US dollars, was definitely not worth it. Nice place that I would stay at again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location. The room was comfortable and clean upon arrival and we had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location opposite Tower Bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

adedoyin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was upgraded to a suite but it was all the way at the back of the hotel, quite lonely and a bit dingy. Didnt get the tower views i was hoping for. Breakfast was excellent. I had no interaction with any staff during my stay except the dining area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chrisoula, Hanover

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel, great location next to the tower bridge, unfortunately the bath tub was very dangerous and almost injured myself due to the height of the tub. Otherwise, very beautiful hotel!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this hotel ! Its location is just perfect ! I love how it’s located by the River Thames (St. Katharine’s Dock) and literally beside the beautiful Tower Bridge. There are restaurants, coffee shops, a mini mart nearby, as well as at the Tower of London side (Starbucks, Paul’s etc). The sight of the Tower Bridge everyday from our bedroom is unmatched. The staff were very helpful and courteous. I will definitely come back to this hotel with my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David John

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iconic views in a midcentury icon. Amazing staff and brilliant beds. Could lean into the midcentury more. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very good experience apart from check in - which was manic as so many people tried to check in at the same time. Breakfast was also mayhem with far too many people moving around the dining room which disrupted my breakfast. The only other down side was the minimal lighting in the room made everything 'gloomy'.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025