Thistle London Holborn

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

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Exterior
Lobby
Property amenity
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$317
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

London

Thistle London Holborn places you in the centre of London, within a short 5-minute stroll of Shaftesbury Theatre and The British Museum. 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

  • The British Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • London Eye - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Crown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Plough - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maui Poke - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chang's Noodles - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Thistle London Holborn

Edwardian hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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 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 centre

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Lift (140 centimetre 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

  • 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 16.50 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
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. 

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 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Holborn on 2 Nov 2025 start from AU$317.01, 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.

Reviews

Thistle London Holborn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1015 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirinjeet

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

Great experience

Spacious room for 3. Air conditioning worked well and bearing in mind location was quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel

Great hotel. Conveniently located. Friendly staff. Wonderful breakfast and lobby/bar area. Clean and comfortable bedding. However, carpet seemed dirty and there were cob webs around the bathroom door. Housekeeping knocked on the door multiple times when we had a Do not disturb sign. Some hallway doors are squeaky and hard to get through with luggage, but overall good hotel. We felt safe and comfy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was okay, windows were very dirty the on the first night the AC did not work and the shower only had cold water. Second night was much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly, WARREN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mahdi

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

8/10 Good

David, Manchester

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

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

Great Location

Lovely stay in a great location, hotel is clean and staff were nice! Lots of choice at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient hotel, took the Elizabeth line from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Tottenham Court Road then a short flat walk to the hotel. Very friendly staff and would stay here again. Would have like a drink in the bar after our river cruise but the bar was closed. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Great stay

Had a lovely stay for 1 night. Reasonable upgrade to a suite and made the full use of the minibar included. Breakfast was delicious. Hotel was really quiet which was great after a busy day! Staff were friendly and helpful. conveniently located and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi Tsou Michael

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

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient by bus from Victoria. A bit over-priced. Quiet room. No separate container for rubbish vs recyclables in room. Was promised a voucher of £7 for not having room cleaned but not user-friendly system - did not receive it. Good breakfast selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

WF

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Front desk staff were not supportive. Bar and bartender were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew, Lake Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Liked the property. Very close to west end shows and things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
£240 for a room that was then ‘upgraded’ to a prison room with dirty whitewashed walls, lumpy stained carpets and cracked windows that made the wind howl through them all night. The bathroom was the same story, with a dirty bath and broken flush on toilet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal for access to the sites and attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms. Comfortable beds. Great breakfast. Excellent location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The afternoon tea was the best.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding service and value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025