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Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Big Ben

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Bar (on property)
Reception
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Standard Double Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(90 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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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 London City Centre hotel include The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

What's nearby

  • Leicester Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piccadilly - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Big Ben - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Charing Cross Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Charing Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panton Yokocho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪All Bar One - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stage at the Londoner - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

Hotel with a restaurant, near Big Ben
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 a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services.

This 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
  • Terrace
  • 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)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
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. 

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
Royal Trafalgar Hotel London
Royal Trafalgar London
Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel London
Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel
Thistle Trafalgar Square London
Thistle Trafalgar Square, The Royal Trafalgar London, England
Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square Hotel London
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The Royal Trafalgar
Thistle Trafalgar Square Hotel

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 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square on 4 Jan 2026 start from AU$276.21, 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. 488 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Shui Lin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, secure , accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location! Nice quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence G, Abington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant staff were top notch
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and amazing service. Bed a little hard and no oat milk available at breakfast but otherwise simply fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

There were few problems but the sorted them out fast It a quiet street next to a very busy area Staff very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful. The location is hard to beat w the National Museum basically next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Wilfred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big room but average. Nothing out of this world.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dmitry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly stuff,
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the Location, and the desk staff were excellent. The dinning/bar was lacking in atmosphere and menu appeal (pretty deserted). Wonderful proximity to Lester Square and Trafalgar Square! Room could use a deep clean. and Heat/Air con was not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near Trafalgar square and National art gallery
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

mrs carol, Little Harrowden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Location and breakfast Some guests were noisy, slamming doors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, it was the first time to London 😘
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jana

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was waiting for my room more than 1 hr it was not ready. Front desk girl, said take a sit and she forgot call us
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
SO so at best for what you pay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHANE

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Subject: Excellent Location, Clean Room, But One Unappealing Detail My recent four-night stay at the Thistle Trafalgar hotel was, on the whole, a very positive experience. The hotel's location is its single biggest asset, offering unparalleled access to public transport. We found it incredibly easy to navigate London with the bus, Tube, and tour buses all within a very short walk. This made exploring the city a breeze. The room itself was clean and well-maintained. We had to ask for luggage racks, but the staff was prompt and brought them up to our room immediately, which was a nice touch. One minor observation was the amount of carpet in the room, which made it a bit difficult to roll our luggage around, but this was a small issue. The hotel's proximity to various shops and the vibrant Chinatown was a huge plus. We enjoyed the convenience of having so many dining and shopping options right at our doorstep. While the touristy shops and restaurants in the area were a bit on the pricey side, the food we had was still great. The only real downside to our stay was the shower. While the rest of the room was clean, the shower stall had a black, mold-like residue visible under what appeared to be fresh caulking. This was quite unappealing and detracted from an otherwise great stay. Overall, I would highly recommend the Thistle Trafalgar for its fantastic location and clean rooms. It's an ideal base for exploring London, and the staff is very helpful. If the
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Danny L

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025