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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4.0 star property

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Suite, 1 Double Bed | View from room
A view of the Tower Bridge and the Shard from inside a building.
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of a cityscape.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(272 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(481 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a view of a bridge.

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(381 reviews)
  • River view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(178 reviews)
  • River view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Sleeper Double Room

Sleeper Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(152 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, with Bridge View

Deluxe Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(115 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

Superior Double Room

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a cityscape view.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a bridge and buildings.

Executive King Room, with Bridge View

  • River view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, two chairs, a view of a cityscape, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Executive Twin Room, with Bridge View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 brunch, 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

  • River Thames - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Financial District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tower Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Shard - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Tower Gateway DLR Station - 6 min walk
  • Fenchurch Street Station - 9 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vicinity - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Côte - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. 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
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offers 801 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes 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, desk chairs 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.

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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 self 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
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

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

  • No lift
  • 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
  • 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
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

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

  • No pets allowed

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
Some water is reused through 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 10 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on 14 June 2026 start from AU$235, 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. A self car park is also available, for a fee. 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, pets are not allowed.

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4910 out of 10188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2862 out of 10188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1429 out of 10188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 562 out of 10188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 425 out of 10188 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, hotel was at the perfect location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, quiet and wonderful location
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to Central London, great food and bars onsite. Staff super helpful. Free WiFi.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the hotel and the amazing location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel near every thing breakfast it’s excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, clean rooms, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and staff very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay , staff were excellent and breakfast had great choice and quality Recommended place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, excellent staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

monica

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tifanny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marivec

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, great value for money and a luxury experience. 2nd time we've stayed here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miss Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel- staff v friendly. Excellent location, would definitely stay again when next in London
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience beautiful hotel and fabulous location with gorgeous views of the bridge!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stop and location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, staff are extremely professional
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, good food, helpful staff, great position.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ideal location for exploring that part of London - great views of Tower Bridge - lots of places to eat and drink nearby - very close to Tube
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous stay! Was upgraded on arrival Superb views
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, staff, swift check-in, swift checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026