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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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Comfortable room with two single beds, a desk, and a large window.
Bathroom features a sink, shower, and mirror.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring two desks, a central counter with a flat-screen TV, and a green accent wall.
Enjoy a communal dining experience at this stylish space with a long table and pendant lighting.
Located in London, this hotel offers a sleek entrance with a glass door and a green sign.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Enjoy a restful stay in this stylish room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Comfortable room with two single beds, a desk, and a large window.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Relax in a serene space with a large bed, bedside table, and desk, perfect for work or rest.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Express Single Room

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, a small table, and a comfortable chair.

Express Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

Two single beds with matching headboards, a desk, and a seating area.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, bedside table, and comfortable chair.

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and wall-mounted TV.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Luton Mall - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Bedfordshire - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grosvenor Casinos - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kenilworth Road Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Stockwood Discovery Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Luton Station - 5 min walk
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 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 centre
Thistle Express London Luton provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and a lift
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 152 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

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Exterior

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The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
ibis London Luton Airport

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 10 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 6.50 per person
  • 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.
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

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

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 per person
  • 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 on-site 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 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Express London Luton on 15 Aug 2025 start from NZ$143.88, 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 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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Thistle Express London Luton located?

Located in the heart of Luton, this hotel is steps away 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. 469 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 1174 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

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for proximity to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shuier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for a quick stop
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Would stay there again and recommend to a friend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great Stay – Clean, Convenient, and Affordable The hotel was very clean and perfectly located—close to the airport. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Excellent value for the price. Other guests very noisy all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quietness. I liked the breakfast food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sangeeta

Bathroom was alright , little tight
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A functional hotel at a good price and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel for a reasonably priced short express stay when needed . Nothing fancy but convenient and staff are friendly and helpful. They have parking which is convenient but its quite small . We were lucky to grab a spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, central location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mona

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Water cold
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tefo

Liked: Staff & service
Try to live kettle and cup so that we can make our self a cup of tea.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always great service and a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Staff were helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hreat value for money. Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Md Karimul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Everything was good so far.toilet seat wasn't fix properly. The receptionist wasn't helpful 😕. All other were good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Florentina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely one of the worst hotels I’ve stayed in !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hotel

Use this hotel every time we have an early flight from luton, loverly hotel and friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It's a good shout...

A little awkward to find but the hotel stay was satisfactory and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest ever hotel room I have stayed in. Spotless. We had trouble finding the entrance doorway, the reception was noisy (noises echoing made it worse). Dining room and food laid out for breakfast and the tables and seating were separated by the reception desks and the route to the door and lifts. Poor design. Such a shame as the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

khadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff makes up for the area as there are lots of unsavourary characters.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lia-Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really like this hotel, is less than 10 min walk from Luton Station Interchange. The hotel is next door to Luton Point, where are many restaurants and other places to eat, or shopping. The staff at reception is very welcoming, polite and professional. The room and bathroom were very clean, spotless. The bed was really comfy, I had a very good sleep. The breakfast was very good, there were pancakes, I love pancakes. I will be back to this place, as I like it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

8/10 Good

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was very tiny with a single bed, but since it was just for me, it was fine and can’t beat it for the price. It also included a buffet breakfast in the morning and is about a 5 minute walk to the train station where you can catch a train or a bus to the airport in Luton.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025