Thistle Express London Luton
3.0 star property

Comfortable hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Thistle Express London Luton

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior
Lobby
Reception
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Thistle Express London Luton

7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Restaurant
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the neighborhood

The Mall, Bedfordshire, Luton, England, LU1 2TR
  • Popular LocationLuton Mall5 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Bedfordshire6 min walk
  • Popular LocationLuton Town Football Club19 min walk
  • AirportLondon (LTN-Luton)4 min drive
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Express Single Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Luton

In the city center and near a train station, Thistle Express London Luton is in an area with good airport proximity and shopping. Some of the area's popular attractions include ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and Woburn Safari Park. Woodside Animal Farm and Hertfordshire County Showground are also worth visiting. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.

What's nearby

  • Luton Mall - 5 min walk
  • University of Bedfordshire - 6 min walk
  • Luton Town Football Club - 19 min walk
  • Stockwood Discovery Centre - 5 min drive
  • ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Luton Station - 4 min walk
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min walk
  • The Great Northern - 4 min walk
  • KFC - 2 min walk
  • The Wheelwright Arms - 3 min walk
  • Starbucks - 4 min walk

About this property

Thistle Express London Luton

Hotel in the city center
Thistle Express London Luton provides a restaurant and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall value, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 152 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 10 spaces per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant for Breakfast

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels

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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
For Sat Nav please enter postcode LU1 2PA.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 15 per person (one-way)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

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

Is Thistle Express London Luton pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Express London Luton on Apr 28, 2024 start from $57.83, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Thistle Express London Luton?

Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Thistle Express London Luton?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thistle Express London Luton?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Thistle Express London Luton provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of GBP 15 per person applies.

Where is Thistle Express London Luton located?

Located in the heart of Luton, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Luton Mall, University of Bedfordshire, and Grosvenor Casinos. Stockwood Discovery Centre and Woodside Animal Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km). Luton Station is only a 4-minute walk and Luton Airport Pkwy Station is 22 minutes.

Thistle Express London Luton Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1011 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds and linen towels etc were clean. The buffet was good. The staff friendly enough. There are stains and some wear around the room but for the price I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to move from a different hotel to this one, I was unwhat to expect. I was pleasantly surprised, spotless clean room, bath, decent quality bedding and towels. Comfortable bed. Had a great nights sleep. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Airdrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unscheduled stay due to flight cancellation Can't complain we liked it here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel - room was good. Hot drinks available at reception for free. Great hot breakfast. Reasonably priced too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No drinking vessel in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Dorothy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean staff very helpful but the first room i got didn't have double glazing so i was moved to another room i couldn't close the window it was a very cold night .receptionist offered me another room but by this time id had enoughof up and dow in the lift.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Willian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024