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Thistle Express London Luton

3.0 star property

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Reception
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Lobby
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr

Explore the area

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The Mall, Library Road, Luton, England, LU1 2TR
  • Place, Luton Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Bedfordshire
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenilworth Road Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(79 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

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

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Express Single Room

Express Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Luton

Thistle Express London Luton puts you in the heart of Luton, within steps of Luton Mall and Cineworld Luton. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, luggage storage and a front desk safe. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Luton hotel you'll find Woburn Safari Park.

What's nearby

  • Luton Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cineworld Luton - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Bedfordshire - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grosvenor Casinos - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kenilworth Road Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Luton Station - 5 min walk
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White House (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Great Northern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Punjab Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Thistle Express London Luton

As a guest of Thistle Express London Luton, you'll find multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Luton hotel is smoke free.

  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Thistle Express London Luton offers 152 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 40-inch Smart televisions come with cable 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. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. 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

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 9.95 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 7 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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
For Sat Nav please enter postcode LU1 2PA.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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 9.95 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. 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

Thistle Express Luton Hotel
Thistle Express Hotel
Thistle Express
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel
Thistle Express London Luton Luton
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel Luton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thistle Express London Luton?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle Express London Luton?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Express London Luton on 12 Apr 2026 start from AU$98, 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 Express London Luton?

Yep, Thistle Express London Luton has an uncovered self car park for GBP 15.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited (max 10 spaces per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Thistle Express London Luton?

The closest beach to Thistle Express London Luton is The Beach (17.7 km).

Does Thistle Express London Luton serve breakfast?

Yeah, our visitors can't get enough of the English brekkie here! Served weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle Express London Luton?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Thistle Express London Luton?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Thistle Express London Luton Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 1338 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Podebrady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel made my winter Holiday so close to London in a cozy & friendly atmosphere. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Was nice but one of the receptionist was not very inviting
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

princess

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great value, convenient location, and wonderful kind staff. They provided service above and beyond, and we ended up rebooking here right after for our return trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dushyant

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ratheesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is good best point is superb breakfast and fresh
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Aran, Leicester

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and the upgrade was good value. Enormous room and comfortable bed and plenty of pillows. No noise from outside. Big Tv and the breakfast and hot drink selection never fails to satisfy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Asier

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Tiny room, heating was either all or nothing, guidance to emtrance is poor and a lot of drug users outsite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Osamudiame

Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Osamudiame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, courteous staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff clean little difficult to find
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

khalid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
room was spotless. great service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barkson

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy access, five minute walk from train station. Shops, bars and restaurants on door step if needed. Comfortable clean room. Breakfast lovely and fresh. Fantastic price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good location, pleasant room. Nice to have the breakfast included. Reasonably priced. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room and hotel in general were dirty. Needs to be refurbished and it was noisy from other rooms and outside. Location was poor and area felt unsafe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic but comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025