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7.8
/10
Pleasant
1,373 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Neil

10.0
/ 10
An ideal overnight stopover for access to the airport at a competitive price. The room was adeqyfor my purpose. Clean and comfortable. There was a bath with an overhead shower. The room has basic facilities but effectively this was just somewhere to get my head down for a few hours before my flight. I parked in Library Road car park which was supposed to be pay on exit. However the barriers didn't seem to be working and I was charged just £2. The hotel car park is £15 per night apparently. Tea and coffee are free in the reception so I grabbed one to go.

Lawrence .A.

10.0
/ 10
Been to a few hotels in the area and I can't lie this was by far the best. Located right next to the mall so everything I needed was a walk away, the ambience was simply amazing. And the staff were amazing seriously, these guys give above and beyond a new meaning. Paticularly, a receptionist named Sab or Sabia (sorry I'm not good with names) but she was warm, polite and incredibly helpful to us throughout our stay. If I should ever visit luton again, I'll definitely be seeking their facility. She may not read this but it needs to be said, thanks for all your help Sabia.🙏

Russell

10.0
/ 10
Couldn't fault our stay, everything was just great, the staff all very helpful & the breakfast was good also
In the Area
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The Mall, Library Road, Luton, England, LU1 2TR

Main Facilities

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24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Staying at Thistle Express London Luton is a good choice when you are visiting Luton. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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What's around Thistle Express London Luton

The Mall, Library Road, Luton, England, LU1 2TR
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General
Near Cineworld Luton

Location
A stay at Thistle Express London Luton places you in the heart of Luton, steps from Luton Mall and Cineworld Luton. This hotel is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Woburn Safari Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from University of Bedfordshire.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Luton Mall - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cineworld Luton - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
University of Bedfordshire - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Grosvenor Casinos - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Kenilworth Road Stadium - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Stockwood Discovery Centre - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Woodside Animal Farm - 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Genting Casino Luton - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Lilley Dog Walking Field - 6.5 km / 4 mi
Chiltern Hills - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
TeamSport Dunstable - 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
Dunstable Downs - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Hertfordshire County Showground - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Harpenden Leisure Centre - 11.5 km / 7.1 mi
Big Space - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi

The nearest airports are:
Luton Airport (LTN) - 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 57.9 km / 36 mi
Stansted Airport (STN) - 87.9 km / 54.6 mi

The preferred airport for Thistle Express London Luton is Luton Airport (LTN).

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Dining
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.

Rooms
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.

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Public Facilities

  • Parking
  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box
  • Coffee/tea in lobby
  • Elevator

Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Transportation

  • Limited parking

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

General

  • Parking

Accessibilty

  • Disabled access friendly

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Thistle Express London Luton

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 05:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by 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. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. For Sat Nav please enter postcode LU1 2PA.

Pets

Service Animals Allowed
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General Information

Popular Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 05:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Thistle Express London Luton
152
Number of floors in Thistle Express London Luton
7
Another facilities in Thistle Express London Luton
Smoke-free area, Safety deposit box, Coffee/tea in lobby, Luggage storage, Multilingual staff

Frequently asked questions about Thistle Express London Luton

What are available facilities at Thistle Express London Luton?
There are top facilites at Thistle Express London Luton such as 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Thistle Express London Luton?
The standard check-in time at Thistle Express London Luton is starting from 15:00 - 05:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Thistle Express London Luton provide breakfast?
Yes, Thistle Express London Luton provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Thistle Express London Luton?
Thistle Express London Luton has a 3.0-star rating.
How many floors does Thistle Express London Luton have?
Thistle Express London Luton has 7.
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Thistle Express London Luton reviews and ratings

7.8
Pleasant
From 1,373 reviews
Cleanliness

8.0

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

8.2

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Traveller Reviews Thistle Express London Luton

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6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I’m a regular but this time I experienced something somewhat discomforting - the radiator was making a lot of noise on and off (despite the fact that it wasn’t turned on). Maintenance appeared to have tried to rectify the problem. But on my second night, the radiator suddenly became very noisy again. It was quite late already and I didn’t want to switch room. Luckily, the noise level reduced about the time I went to bed
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Malcolm
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with Partner
2.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mind your own buisnesd
JOANNA
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Disappointed that tea and coffee was only available on the ground floor. Awkward when you are on the 9th floor. Also £15 to park was rather steep.
Robyn
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Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Due to the heatwave the corridors & rooms were like ovens. At least we had one little desk fan & they kindly gave us a 2nd one from the back office. Reception seemed to be the only place with aircon.
Robert
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Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great stay and good value for money excellent get free hot drinks all day. Breakfast was ok could have bit better quality eggs and bacon and mushrooms but over all satisfactory. Maybe cooler rooms as was bit hot fan was in room to help might be asking to much but aircon would have been great. Again great place for value and location outside central London. Would stay again thanks 👍
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Helen
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Clean but basic, friendly helpful staff.
David
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

As a budget hotel this does quite well
patricia
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with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel was convenient enough but the surrounding area was frightening. The walk to the hotel entrance felt unsafe and the guest elevator was not working properly. The morning breakfast was very nice but I would’ve gladly traded it for an airport shuttle.
David
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with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Okay. easy for football matches at Wembley.
Alan
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

No outdoor seating to have your coffee. The system for getting in and out of the main door was very confusing. Outside needed cleaning, very scruffy.
Ann
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

All ok
Hugh
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nice staff but this hotel has security guards in the lobby. This is a tough part of town. Property is dated and on top of a car park so noisy noisy until very late in the evening . I was on th 9th floor with window stuck open and central heating jammed on . Its cheap , room are clean but its rough.
Ann
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

All ok
Neil
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

An ideal overnight stopover for access to the airport at a competitive price. The room was adeqyfor my purpose. Clean and comfortable. There was a bath with an overhead shower. The room has basic facilities but effectively this was just somewhere to get my head down for a few hours before my flight. I parked in Library Road car park which was supposed to be pay on exit. However the barriers didn't seem to be working and I was charged just £2. The hotel car park is £15 per night apparently. Tea and coffee are free in the reception so I grabbed one to go.
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Shaun
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4.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Shower curtain rank area is rank ... Help apon arrive was like the Spanish inquisition
Douglas
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with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel in general was run down and dirty but the room was slightly better than the common areas. WiFi was almost unusable as it kept disconnecting every few minutes.
Lawrence .A.
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Been to a few hotels in the area and I can't lie this was by far the best. Located right next to the mall so everything I needed was a walk away, the ambience was simply amazing. And the staff were amazing seriously, these guys give above and beyond a new meaning. Paticularly, a receptionist named Sab or Sabia (sorry I'm not good with names) but she was warm, polite and incredibly helpful to us throughout our stay. If I should ever visit luton again, I'll definitely be seeking their facility. She may not read this but it needs to be said, thanks for all your help Sabia.🙏
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Neil
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Although the hotel is extremely close to the railway station, it’s in an odd area of the centre of town where you have to walk up to it via a car park ramp. There is an access staircase from the other side in town, right next to an door of the Arndale Shopping Centre, but this was a hang out area for lots of young men, playing loud music into the early hours of the morning, and did not feel a safe place to walk through. Once inside, the hotel staff were extremely friendly and welcoming and the hotel itself was kept extremely clean. Breakfast was OK but the cooked items were standard items and although I didn’t eat late on the first morning, did seem like they’d been there for quite a while. I don’t think the mushrooms, very pale in colour, had seen a frying pan. The Greek yogurt, frozen berries, honey and pancakes were a much better option on day 2. I had a single room, which was well proportioned and had all I needed. The problem was that, due to the noise coming from below outside, I had to have the window closed and the room was then too hot. Due to the noisy, unsafe feeling, location of the hotel, and resulting problems associated with this, I’d have to think carefully before starting here again. 10/10 for staff friendliness and helpfulness though throughout my stay.
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Gale
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good breakfast, clean room, all staff really friendly and helpful.
Elizabeth
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location and value once you find it
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7.8
Pleasant
From 1,373 reviews
Cleanliness

8.0

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

8.2

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Traveller Reviews Thistle Express London Luton

Number of reviews per page
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40
Top reviews
On Lit
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I’m a regular but this time I experienced something somewhat discomforting - the radiator was making a lot of noise on and off (despite the fact that it wasn’t turned on). Maintenance appeared to have tried to rectify the problem. But on my second night, the radiator suddenly became very noisy again. It was quite late already and I didn’t want to switch room. Luckily, the noise level reduced about the time I went to bed
Read More
Malcolm
icon-with Partner
with Partner
2.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mind your own buisnesd
JOANNA
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Disappointed that tea and coffee was only available on the ground floor. Awkward when you are on the 9th floor. Also £15 to park was rather steep.
Robyn
icon-Family
Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Due to the heatwave the corridors & rooms were like ovens. At least we had one little desk fan & they kindly gave us a 2nd one from the back office. Reception seemed to be the only place with aircon.
Robert
icon-Family
Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great stay and good value for money excellent get free hot drinks all day. Breakfast was ok could have bit better quality eggs and bacon and mushrooms but over all satisfactory. Maybe cooler rooms as was bit hot fan was in room to help might be asking to much but aircon would have been great. Again great place for value and location outside central London. Would stay again thanks 👍
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Helen
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Clean but basic, friendly helpful staff.
David
icon-
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

As a budget hotel this does quite well
patricia
icon-with Friends
with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel was convenient enough but the surrounding area was frightening. The walk to the hotel entrance felt unsafe and the guest elevator was not working properly. The morning breakfast was very nice but I would’ve gladly traded it for an airport shuttle.
David
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Okay. easy for football matches at Wembley.
Alan
icon-
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

No outdoor seating to have your coffee. The system for getting in and out of the main door was very confusing. Outside needed cleaning, very scruffy.
Ann
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

All ok
Hugh
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nice staff but this hotel has security guards in the lobby. This is a tough part of town. Property is dated and on top of a car park so noisy noisy until very late in the evening . I was on th 9th floor with window stuck open and central heating jammed on . Its cheap , room are clean but its rough.
Ann
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

All ok
Neil
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

An ideal overnight stopover for access to the airport at a competitive price. The room was adeqyfor my purpose. Clean and comfortable. There was a bath with an overhead shower. The room has basic facilities but effectively this was just somewhere to get my head down for a few hours before my flight. I parked in Library Road car park which was supposed to be pay on exit. However the barriers didn't seem to be working and I was charged just £2. The hotel car park is £15 per night apparently. Tea and coffee are free in the reception so I grabbed one to go.
Read More
Shaun
icon-
4.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Shower curtain rank area is rank ... Help apon arrive was like the Spanish inquisition
Douglas
icon-with Partner
with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel in general was run down and dirty but the room was slightly better than the common areas. WiFi was almost unusable as it kept disconnecting every few minutes.
Lawrence .A.
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Been to a few hotels in the area and I can't lie this was by far the best. Located right next to the mall so everything I needed was a walk away, the ambience was simply amazing. And the staff were amazing seriously, these guys give above and beyond a new meaning. Paticularly, a receptionist named Sab or Sabia (sorry I'm not good with names) but she was warm, polite and incredibly helpful to us throughout our stay. If I should ever visit luton again, I'll definitely be seeking their facility. She may not read this but it needs to be said, thanks for all your help Sabia.🙏
Read More
Neil
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Although the hotel is extremely close to the railway station, it’s in an odd area of the centre of town where you have to walk up to it via a car park ramp. There is an access staircase from the other side in town, right next to an door of the Arndale Shopping Centre, but this was a hang out area for lots of young men, playing loud music into the early hours of the morning, and did not feel a safe place to walk through. Once inside, the hotel staff were extremely friendly and welcoming and the hotel itself was kept extremely clean. Breakfast was OK but the cooked items were standard items and although I didn’t eat late on the first morning, did seem like they’d been there for quite a while. I don’t think the mushrooms, very pale in colour, had seen a frying pan. The Greek yogurt, frozen berries, honey and pancakes were a much better option on day 2. I had a single room, which was well proportioned and had all I needed. The problem was that, due to the noise coming from below outside, I had to have the window closed and the room was then too hot. Due to the noisy, unsafe feeling, location of the hotel, and resulting problems associated with this, I’d have to think carefully before starting here again. 10/10 for staff friendliness and helpfulness though throughout my stay.
Read More
Gale
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good breakfast, clean room, all staff really friendly and helpful.
Elizabeth
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location and value once you find it
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