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Thistle Holborn
4 stars

Thistle Holborn

36-37 Bloomsbury Way, London, WC1A 2SD, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
See location+44 207 523 5059
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$243
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8.0
Very good
based on 3263 reviews
3,263 reviews
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Set in London, Thistle Holborn is a five-minute walk from the British Museum and offers free Wi-Fi. It is located a short stroll from Oxford Street and Central Saint Giles.

There are a range of facilities available to guests of the hotel, such as an express check-in and check-out feature, a 24-hour reception and 24-hour room service. Additionally, the multilingual staff are on hand to offer assistance.

There are 129 rooms at Thistle Holborn, each offering all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. Each provides its very own bathroom with a hair dryer.

Cooked breakfasts are served at Kingsley Two Brasserie and The Brasserie every morning before guests venture off to discover the local area. Guests looking to socialise can do so in Kingsley Bar, conveniently located in-house. There is also the added convenience of an on-site restaurant.

The location of the hotel allows easy access to multiple tourist attractions on foot. Leicester Square and Leicester Square Tube Station are within walking distance.

Rating
8.0
Very good
Based on 3,263 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Thistle Holborn

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Reviews of Thistle Holborn

8.0
Very good
3263 verified ratings
Wonderful
1313
Very good
778
Good
572
Okay
248
Fair
162
Mediocre
74
Poor
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
The hotel is praised for its excellent location, being close to attractions and transportation. Cleanliness is also a notable positive, with many guests appreciating the upkeep of the rooms and facilities. However, several guests expressed dissatisfaction regarding the value for money, feeling the cost was high for the room sizes and amenities offered. Bed comfort was a common complaint, with some noting thin mattresses and outdated furnishings. Overall, while the location and cleanliness earned positive remarks, the hotel may require improvements in room comfort and pricing strategy.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Amenities4 out of 10
Bed Comfort3 out of 10
Atmosphere2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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6.0
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מיקה, Jul 2023
The position was fantastic. The rooms and hotel very ordinary. Not very helpful when asked for information or other requests. There were dishes left out in the hallways for the whole day.
6.2
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trina, Jan 2020
Pros (+) Location was very good.
Cons (-) I thought the hotel was very overpriced for such a small room that should've been remodeled. The carpet looked old and the colors of the room were outdated. The shower head/bathroom sink did look new. For the price we paid, we should've gotten some kind of small breakfast. It was extremely, extremely expensive to stay in an OK hotel. They sure made the hotel lobby look festive for the holidays. An...
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6.0
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Anonymous, Aug 2018
Pros (+) The check-in process was quite easy and the hotel was centrally located.
Cons (-) We were placed on the mezzanine floor which is impossible to reach and the rooms were tiny with a window leading directly to a wall.
6.5
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Anonymous, Feb 2017
Pros (+) Great shower.
Cons (-) No wifi in room Convoluted route to room.

Location

36-37 Bloomsbury Way, London, WC1A 2SD

What's nearby

  • British Museum299 m
  • Somerset House0.9 km
  • National Gallery1 km
  • Piccadilly Circus1.1 km
  • Southbank Centre1.4 km
  • London Eye1.6 km
  • St James's Palace1.7 km
  • Churchill War Rooms1.8 km
  • Westminster Bridge1.9 km
  • Big Ben1.9 km
  • Tate Modern2 km
  • Westminster Abbey2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Thistle Holborn

  • Where is Thistle Holborn located?

    Thistle Holborn is located at 36-37 Bloomsbury Way in Camden, 2.1 km from the centre of London. British Museum is the closest landmark to Thistle Holborn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Thistle Holborn?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Thistle Holborn.

  • Does Thistle Holborn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Thistle Holborn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Thistle Holborn from the airport?

    Thistle Holborn is 11.7 km from London City.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.5

Distance to city centre

2.1 km

Nearest airport

London City

Distance to airport

12.1 km