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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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Thistle Express London Luton welcomes guests from its convenient city center location. The property offers reliable WiFi connectivity and serves a well-regarded breakfast daily. The multilingual staff stands ready to assist with local recommendations and travel needs.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Express Single Room

Express Single Room

Express Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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

  • ‪The White House (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 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 smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and coffee/tea in reception
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk 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

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includes taxes & fees
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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 15 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 15.00 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 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Express London Luton on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$167.73, 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 15.00 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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Reviews

Thistle Express London Luton Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1250 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant stay with very polite and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nermin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for two nights after arriving to Luton airport and waiting to go to Heathrow for my next flight. Staff is really attentive and the breakfast and all day coffee availability is great. The mall next door made the wait pass faster. Would stay again if I arrive to Luton airport and need a few nights before I continue with my travels.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tamer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are oky. Its always best choice for a night stop
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Shubnam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely,warm atmosphere with smart interior. Management very efficient. Front desk unfriendly and no customer relations etiquette.However,I enjoyed my stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A bit noisy outside but convenient to the Luton Bus station for the airport
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

8/10 Good

Raymond

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

A good hotel near the train station

Difficult to find the entrance using google maps on foot from the Train Station. Close to all amenities, busy hotel but fit for purpose in a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness
It was near the shops
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

6/10 Okay

Sangeeta

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Modern Hotel in Old City

This was a beautiful modern hotel. It is located next to a mall entrance that leads down to the central square of the town. The hotel is about two blocks from the train station and it is a nice walk to get there. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

6/10 Okay

Soyeb

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Satisfactory

Overall stay was satisfactory only downside you have to keep asking for refill at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mona

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

2/10 Terrible

Colin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment. Draw your own conclusion
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

Great Hotel for Luton

Perfect location for a night in Luton. Hotel was clean and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

Senapathy

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

My room was very small and very unpractical. And the carpet was full of stains which wasn't nice at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Sufficient base for day trips

For the purpose, staying relatively cheaply and use it as a base for day trips (by car outside Luton), the hotel was sufficient (clean and OK breakfast). However, we feel that Hotels.com stated several things that were not correct: 1) The room did not have AC (possibly temporarily broken), 2) the room was not cleaned during the stay (4 days) and 3) parking was not included in the room but there were about 20 spaces in about 150 rooms (however, the hotel solved this by allowing us to park next to the reception.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 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

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