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Thistle Trafalgar Square

Whitcomb Street, London, WC2H 7HG, United Kingdom
Thistle Trafalgar Square
Real Traveler Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 33 reviews from 5 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 33 reviews
from 5 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone." source Orbitz

    "Overall, I enjoyed my stay at the Royal Trafalgar." source Hotels.com

    "The main reason I would stay there again is the beds are the most comfortable I have experienced in years." source Expedia

    "We would absolutely recommend this hotel, particularly if you like theater, museums, and sights." source Hotels.com

    "I recommend this hotel." source Expedia

  • Clean: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Hotel room is European standard - 2 twin beds, and basic amenities, clean and comfortable, not luxurious." source Hotels.com

    "The room was clean and the bed was comfortable." source Hotels.com

    "Tube is very close, the room service keeps your room spic and span clean." source Expedia

    "The Hotel is clean, confortable and the service is superb." source Expedia

  • Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "It's a cut above the typical European hotel: bathroom was roomy by EU standards, 2 elevators and friendly staff." source Hotels.com

    "Great location, near tube stop, friendly and helpful staff." source Hotels.com

  • Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5

    "the location is perfect -walking distance to theater, dining, sightseeing, and other major attractions." source Orbitz

    "The location is fabulous." source Hotels.com

    "The location is amazing. Close to the tube and many downtown hot spots." source Expedia

    "Hotel was very nice and in a area that was within walking distance to all attractions." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "Beds were a bit hard and room was small by american standards." source Expedia

More information on Thistle Trafalgar Square

This is a good standard hotel in an excellent central location, ideal for visiting the famous sights of London. (06/07rp) This is a traditional building in keeping with the surrounding architecture. The hotel is located next to the National Portrait Gallery close to Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus.

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Year Built:


Total Rooms:

Guest Rooms:The medium sized rooms are neutrally decorated with varying colour schemes. All are equipped with light beechwood furniture. Bathrooms are in good condition.

Total Floors:

0 floors.

Rooms:

Guest Rooms:The medium sized rooms are neutrally decorated with varying colour schemes. All are equipped with light beechwood furniture. Bathrooms are in good condition.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel by noon day of arrival; otherwise charged

Directions

Adjacent to the National Gallery, the Royal Trafalgar is on a peaceful street and is within walking distance to Covent Garden, Regent Street, and between both Trafalgar and Leicester Squares.

Area

LONDON, GB, WC2H 7HG

Pets

False

Dining

RestaurantThe restaurant is bright and modern with views to the street. An excellent variety of British and international cuisine is served.

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