Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Reception
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$394
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

Explore the area

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Whitcomb Street, Trafalger Square, London, England, WC2H 7HG
  • Place, Leicester Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Piccadilly Circus
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafalgar Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

London

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square puts you in the heart of London, within a 20-minute stroll of Big Ben and London Eye. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Squares Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Squares Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class London City Centre hotel include The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

What's nearby

  • Leicester Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Ben - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Piccadilly Circus Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Charing Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪TWG Tea Leicester Square - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 49-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 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

  • Squares Bar
  • Squares Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Lift (150 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 11:30 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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 English 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, 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
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 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Royal Trafalgar Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

As of 29 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on 31 May 2026 start from AU$394, 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.

Does Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square serve breakfast?

Yep, guests give a thumbs up to the English breakfast here! Available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

No, Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

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

Are pets allowed at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

No, pets are not allowed.

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1050 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle, Leicester

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great - checked if our room was ready and we were able to check in earlier. Very clean room and public areas. Great breakfast with plenty of choice. Perfect central location for the Westend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great location, Good breakfast buffet, Safe & secure at night. Room was looking a bit dated. Crack in the sink. Painted poorly in the bathroom. Bed was smaller than the mattress so kept slipping off the edge of the bed. After all that I would still stay in the future as the location was perfect for the West End.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Marije

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Douglass

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was ideally situated by Leicester Square Staff were very helpful Breakfast was pretty good cooked as well as continental enough variety to help you start your day Rooms were clean and the bed super comfy fresh fluffy towels daily dressing gowns and slippers hair dryer Iron tea coffee and a fridge. The hotel was excellent value I have stayed in a few London hotels but one things for sure I will definitely stay here again highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Lynne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was lovely and enjoyed the breakfast. In a great central place to visit all attractions. The only thing we thought the drinks in the hotel were very expensive so didn't stay there but would have if cheaper
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location for seeing London landmarks and galleries, close to public transport options. Staff were exceptional, friendly and helpful and made us feel very welcome. Breakfast was excellent, good hot & cold options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Waited 30 mins to be served for a drink at the bar, the barmaid said she would be 1 min but served 4 others before us so we got up amd went to a different location for a drink. We also had no tv control in our room when we booked in and had to ask 3 times for one amd eventually getting it after nearly.5 hours. the room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

A C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We paid for a deluxe room which wasn’t much more expensive than a standard room. The room was very big for central London. Huge comfortable bed. Excellent facilities, fridge, safe, coffee machine, ironing facilities, large TV. Breakfast was £18 per head if booked the night before. Very good choice and friendly helpful staff. Only slight disappointment was the bar, no draught beer and a very limited selection of just a few bottled beers. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Alexa

The location is fine. The room smelled badly of cleaning chemicals when I entered. Thankfully the air con circulation got rid of it. The air con was not easy to adjust or turn on/off
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was fine: maybe a second chair would help us relax, but it was a pleasant stay. The reception were very helpful with advice about transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Kayode

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good customer Service. Good attention from staff. Excellent location
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, clean room and quiet for central location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gillian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and the staff were helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joanne

Great stay, staff were help
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, had some issues checking in due to system changes but got a free upgrade to a huge room with king size bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in staff were friendly and pleasant. Room (Junior Suite) was lovely, clean and tidy. Only downsides were that the view was just of other building, apparently all JS’s are on the 3rd floor so no options for better view, also there was a small mark and a cut in the bed sheet but this was changed immediately and the house keeping manager attended personally and inspected the rest of bed to make sure it was clean. We were able to get a late checkout (12pm) at no charge and they held our bags while we were being tourists. Absolutely great location 5 mins to both Leicester and Trafalgar squares. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026