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
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
The current price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

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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

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(115 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(417 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(43 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

West Drayton

At Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5, you'll be 10.7 km (6.6 mi) from Windsor Castle and 12.1 km (7.5 mi) from Twickenham Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The restaurant, Aviator Sports Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lobby Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with light fare. 5490 square feet (510 square metres) of event facilities include 11 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre and coworking space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Heathrow Villages hotel include Pinewood Studios and LEGOLAND® Windsor.

What's nearby

  • Thorney Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Thames River - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Thames Path - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Airport Bowl - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Royal Holloway, University of London - 12 min drive - 11.9 km

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

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre, 11 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 5490 square feet (510 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star West Drayton hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 266 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 5490 sq ft of conference space
  • 510 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1968
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offers 266 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. 38-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This West Drayton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 18 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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 centre
  • Conference centre (5,490 square foot 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 18 per night

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, 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 on-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 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 Heathrow Terminal 5?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 on 31 May 2026 start from AU$139, 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 Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Yep, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 has an uncovered self car park for GBP 18 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers enjoy the buffet breakfast here! Offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

No, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

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 Heathrow Terminal 5?

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

Are pets allowed at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

No, pets are not allowed.

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1378 out of 3375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1132 out of 3375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 536 out of 3375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 177 out of 3375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 152 out of 3375 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kurumi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Alice

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Avoid - very dated hotel, looks like a prison layout from the outside. Inside the room, blood on the mattress, stains all over the sheets. Also no plug sockets by the bed!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Business traveller
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

Travelled 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 traveller
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

Travelled 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