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Thistle London Holborn

Property class: 4

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A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Kingsway Hotel."
A hotel lobby with marble reception desks, a chandelier, and a staircase with ornate ironwork.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a historic building and modern skyscrapers.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, and two wall-mounted pictures of a cityscape.
A restaurant with round tables, purple chairs, and blue walls.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

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)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a mirror, a flat-screen TV, and a sign promoting environmental awareness.

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

London

Thistle London Holborn places you in the centre of London, steps from The British Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Shaftesbury Theatre. Highlights at this Edwardian hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The brasserie, Kingsley Two Brasserie, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Kingsley Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Business travelers can take advantage of 7 meeting rooms and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class London City Centre hotel include Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and London Eye is within 30 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Theatreland - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shaftesbury Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bloomsbury Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Cartoon Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Trades Union Congress Building - 1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Museum Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bloomsbury Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Plough - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle London Holborn

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and 7 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Thistle London Holborn also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities.

This Edwardian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1989
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle London Holborn offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 38-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. 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

  • 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 22 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 centre

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Lift (140 centimetre wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Edwardian architecture
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renewable energy used
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

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
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 22 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Thistle London Holborn?

Thistle London Holborn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Holborn on 22 Nov 2026 start from AU$315, 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 makes Thistle London Holborn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thistle London Holborn.

Does Thistle London Holborn serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle London Holborn?

No, Thistle London Holborn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thistle London Holborn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Thistle London Holborn?

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

Are pets allowed at Thistle London Holborn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Thistle London Holborn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1009 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prefect stay. Highly recommend for mid range travel in the heart of London
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, Breakfast was good and price reasonable, if you purchase in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for dining and West End shows.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel in great position
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The room was big enough for the three of us to spread out and not feel cramped together. The hotel was walking distance to most of the things we wanted to see and do. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and location was great for walking to museums and places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Lovely suite - great for 3 adults Clean Spacious Quiet Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very close
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, spacious & clean room and friendly staff! We also enjoyed the restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Convenient to the Palace Theatre which is why we were there. Great welcome and staff. Good air conditions in the hottest summer we have experienced in London.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good location for around central zoo don and Covent Garden. Room was very clean and comfortable but a little small but nothing of a major concern. Breakfast was good with freshly made food which sets you up well for the day ahead.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We came on a theatre trip, the hotel is very convenient for the west end. Staff friendly and helpful, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, friendly staff and room upgrade to a suite upon arrival
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good enough hotel to stay at if all you're doing is resting your head between daily excursions. Which most likely is what everyone visting a city like London is looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, welcoming staff, centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the neighborhood!!!! The staff were extremely accommodating. The room was spacious, clean, comfy. Breakfast left a bit to be desired, but did the job. Want to come back and stay here!!.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean rooms and quiet area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable to Covent Garden and minutes from the British Museum. Everything seemed clean and satisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very helpful and patient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, great location, amazing quality for the price. Was pleasantly surprised at how large a regular room was. Highly recommend, would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, good breakfast. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent room and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026