See all properties

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Tower of London

Photo gallery for The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

Exterior
Outdoor banquet area
Interior
Family Room
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$315
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 25 of 25 rooms

View all photos for Sleeper Double Room

Sleeper Double Room

Sleeper Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Free minibar items
Smart TV
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Limited View

Standard Twin Limited View

Standard Twin Limited View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(124 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(256 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(291 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(189 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Double, with Bridge View

Executive Double, with Bridge View

Executive Double, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Limited View

Standard Double Limited View

Standard Double Limited View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Sleeper Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sleeper Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Suite

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room with Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Limited View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Limited View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Limited View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Limited View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

You may also like

Ad
View from property

The Gilbert Hotel South Kensington, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

London City Centre
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Extra beds/cots
7.8 out of 10, Good, 143 reviews
The price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
The Gilbert Hotel South Kensington, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
St Katharine's Way, London, England, E1W 1LD

What's nearby

  • Tower Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • HMS Belfast - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Shard - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • London Bridge - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Tower Hill Station - 7 min walk
  • Fenchurch Street Station - 10 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vicinity - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Wharf Chop House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Courage Yard - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

Upscale hotel near Tower of London
Located close to Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast, The Tower Hotel, by Thistle provides a terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, light fare and local and international cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • A ballroom, a 24-hour front desk and meeting rooms
  • Tour/ticket information, a porter/bellboy and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast and central location
Room features
All 801 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, quietness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Similar properties

Bar (on property)

Park Plaza London Riverbank

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 2,396 reviews
The price is NZ$405
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Park Plaza London Riverbank

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered parking on site (GBP 29 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 21.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Starbucks
  • The Lawn
  • Vicinity
  • VU from the Tower

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 12 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1973
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 21.50 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: GBP 29 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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Guoman hotel Tower
hotel Tower Guoman
Tower Guoman
Tower Guoman hotel
Tower Guoman hotel London
Tower Guoman London
Tower hotel Guoman
Tower Hotel London
Tower Hotel
The Tower Hotel London
The Tower London, England
London The Tower
The Tower Hotel
The Tower Hotel London
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle London
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

As of 30 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on 20 Jul 2025 start from NZ$314.86, including 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 The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Self-parking is available for GBP 29 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is steps away from Tower of London and Tower Bridge. HMS Belfast and The Shard are also within 1 mi (2 km). Tower Hill Station is 7 minutes by foot and Tower Gateway DLR Station is 8 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3537 out of 7534 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2137 out of 7534 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1066 out of 7534 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 461 out of 7534 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 333 out of 7534 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect location and nice front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel in an excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay 8 nights. Would stay again
View from the Vu
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, imaginative professional helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Fantastic and unrivalled location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey McKae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and friendly staff, beautiful location, and clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, clean, safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fabulous property and look forward to staying with them again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome - amazing river views from restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mylene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay!!! Incredible view to the Tower Bridge and easy access to all tourist places just walking or even using the Uber Boat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Franciscus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and accommodations. Great front desk and morning breakfast staff! Would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. Staff was very friendly. It is in a great location that allows you to walk to almost anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Keagen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location was superb. Could not have been any better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert Wai Hung

Nice view and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, beautiful view of Tower bridge, excellent breakfast, and prompt room service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Amazing view of the Tower Bridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cecile

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very accessible to public transportation and stores.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and great view of tower bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel & awesome area to stay in the heart of Central London! Great restaurants & patios nearby where you can see the bridge
Patio outside the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location at fair price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a quality hotel with good rooms, large comfy beds and good facilities. It’s in a great location too. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, room and very clean. Excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025