Thistle Express London Luton
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Thistle Express London Luton
The Mall, Library Rd, Luton, LU1 2TR
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Last booked 3 hrs ago
Highlights
Sparkling clean
Excellent service
Cozy rooms
Ideal location
Delicious breakfastAmenities
Private parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Café
Taxi booking service
Wake-Up Call
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
English
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Property Description
With a stay at Thistle Express London Luton, you'll be centrally located in Luton, within a 15-minute drive of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and Luton Mall. This hotel is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Woburn Safari Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cineworld Luton.
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8.1/10
Very GoodI received top-notch customer service and I really like their buffet breakfast
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Surroundings
Airport: London Luton Airport
(5.4 km)
Airport: Heathrow Airport
(56.0 km)
Train: Central Terminal Station Station
(390m)
Train: Luton Railway Station
(520m)
Landmarks: Luton Library Theatre
(<100m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Standard Double Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Daily Housekeeping
Bathtub or Shower
Electric Fan
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4
Standard Single Room
1 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Daily Housekeeping
Bathtub or Shower
Electric Fan
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4
Standard King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Daily Housekeeping
Bathtub or Shower
Electric Fan
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3
Standard Twin Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Daily Housekeeping
Bathtub or Shower
Electric Fan
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3
Family Room
1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Daily Housekeeping
Bathtub or Shower
Electric Fan
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Guest Reviews
8.1/10
Very Good
215 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.1
- Amenities7.6
- Location8.2
- Service8.4
Average for similar properties in Luton
SkyeDinner
June 22, 2025
The hotel was affordable for a family room in Luton’s city centre with a spot for coffee, hot chocolate, water and more by the sides whilst you waited to check in.The rooms were also lovely and spacious but needed pest control as there were multiple insects.
Guest User
June 21, 2025
Awful hotel. Full of asylum/refugee/homeless types. The first room given was nothing like the photo and description of the room i booked. Box room was tiny and looked like someone had used the bed. The lady kindly did her best and gave me a decent room which was a decent size and comfortable bed. Shower drain was totally blocked and water almost entered room. Carpets were horrendously filthy throughout. Booked this hotel for the included buffet. It was dire. Tiny selection of foods. Cheap beans, cheap tinned tomatoes, frozen fruit salad (still frozen). All really poor quality stuffs. Even tea selection tastes bad. My school dinners were of better quality. Nothing like any buffet breakfast I have ever tasted. It was garbage.
There were cockroaches coming out from under the free tea coffee unit and were happily walking about next to my feet.
Also Luton is a real dump. The area is full of ******* and unemployable and gypsies. I got high walking around the area as the **** smell is potent.
Only redeeming features are close to transport (to get out of here), a the staff are really nice. Security man on the night/day I was here was extremely helpful and kind.
Guest User
May 21, 2025
I received top-notch customer service and I really like their buffet breakfast
Momac
April 8, 2025
Great hotel for convenience to Luton airport.. one short bus journey away... staff were incredibly helpful and patient when I had a problem with payment card (Leah you were a star!). Room was spacious and spotless, cooked buffet breakfast hot, and lots of variety for cold options. Tea/Coffee available at reception 24hrs... All in all, a lovely atmosphere and I highly recommend it, especially for stop overs for airport travellers... parking is available just outside the front door, and a large mall is conveniently located tight next door for those things u may have forgotten to pack!!
Slick696
March 19, 2025
Very clean,friendly staff,breakfast was good room clean,quiet place. I recommend! Great experience!
DeeDi
March 27, 2025
Stayed here for 1 night before catching a flight right in the centre of Luton, parking costs around 8-10 for the night. Hotel itself was clean and staff helpful, would I stay again - yes
Guest User
June 15, 2025
Room was very clean and presentable. The corridors had a strong smell of cigarettes. The breakfast offering was unappealing and hardly anything left when we arrived at 7:30. Decided to skip feared for stomach poisoning.
Christina
June 12, 2025
Thistle Express Luton, never rent room 1008 agsin as it is impossible to sleep due to deafening noise from the heating/Aircon/plumbing which kept me up all night even with ear plugs. The room is a little shabby with peeling wallpaper but it has all basic amenities, and the breakfast was fune. However one is paying a lot for a sleepless night.
Immanuel
June 11, 2025
Great location to the airport, train station and right in the heart of the town centre. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. Breakfast was decent.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Private parking
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Café
Taxi booking service
Wake-Up Call
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Restaurant
Restaurant
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, £10.00 Daily. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Front Desk Services
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Wake-Up Call
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Café
Alcohol-Free Rooms (On Request)
Room Service
Public Areas
Elevator
No Smoking in Public Areas
Smoking Area
Non-Smoking Floor
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (Off-Site)
Safety & Security
First-Aid Kit
Fire Alarm
Access Control System
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
CCTV In Public Areas
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
Opening hours [Mon - Fri] 06:30-09:30 Open
[Sat - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 17 years old and under | Contact property |
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
Legal Information
This property is managed by a professional host. Professional hosts are parties that act for purposes relating to their trade, business, or profession and are regarded as traders under EU law.
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Property Description
- Opened: 2017
- Number of Rooms: 152
With a stay at Thistle Express London Luton, you'll be centrally located in Luton, within a 15-minute drive of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and Luton Mall. This hotel is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Woburn Safari Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cineworld Luton.
English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Stay in one of 152 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Stay in one of 152 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.