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Thistle Express London Luton

3.0 star property
Hotel in Luton with a 24-hour front desk

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Lobby
Lobby
Breakfast area
Breakfast area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 236
SAR 284 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Express Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Express Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
The Mall, Library Road, Luton, England, LU1 2TR

What's nearby

  • Luton Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • University of Bedfordshire - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grosvenor Casinos - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Luton Town Football Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stockwood Discovery Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪German Doner Kebab - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Noodle Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Thistle Express London Luton

Hotel in the city center
Thistle Express London Luton provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, 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. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

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8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 1,145 reviews
The price is SAR 240
SAR 288 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
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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
  • 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

  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 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 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
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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
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

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 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.

Where is Thistle Express London Luton located?

Located in the heart of Luton, this hotel is steps from Luton Mall and Cineworld Luton. University of Bedfordshire and Grosvenor Casinos are also within 10 minutes. Luton Station is 5 minutes by foot and Luton Airport Pkwy Station is 26 minutes.

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Thistle Express London Luton Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 1173 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel friendly relaxed good social area breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and pleasant and breakfast was great would definitely recommend 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location is unbeatable—right next to the mall. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdelaziz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, special thanks to Aly for his lovely hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Senapathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Used as an overnight stay before flying out of Luton. Room small but comfortable, cheap stay but excellent value for money. Would use again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fadhil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Efficient and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

On Lit

Liked: Staff & service
Staff are friendly and helpful. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Convent and good value
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Zahida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the Mail Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

KAREN

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Staff was excellent, breakfast was ok. Beds very comfy, location good especially if you're a shopper.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Angie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not safe and the staff not helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the Thistle - room very nice. Stayed for one night with family. Very convenient, welcoming reception staff. Considering the price, it represents great value for money. Near the bus and train station as well as shop, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
perfect location for Luton train station and airport, modern room, similar to a Holiday Inn, free coffee & tea 24/7, good breakfast, super-friendly both British and Romanian staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent value with good breakfast included
Excellent value with good breakfast included. Convenient for the station making it an ideal base for our visit to London.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff, free tea and coffee, clean room and bathroom, everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Blessing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay around Luton
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room & breakfast, close to the centre.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KUNLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay, close to shop and airport. Nice breadfast. The only problem is a little bit difficult to find the door of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Armine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very kind and helpful. The room also was very cosy little bit cold but nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Low cost option with everything we needed for a short stay. Friendly staff and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stayed ever
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

meg

Liked: Staff & service
It was ok... cramped for a family room and not clear when booking parking was extra £10.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025