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7,659 reviews

Thistle Express London Luton

Thistle Express London Luton

The Mall, Luton, LU1 2TR, United Kingdom

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Free wifi

Golf course

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Thistle Express London Luton

Thistle Express London Luton is a 3-star hotel in Luton, United Kingdom, located just 0.1mi from the city center. It sits at The Mall, offering easy access to shops and sights. Prices start from $68, making this a budget-friendly option for travelers.

Breakfast is offered to start the day, and free Wi-Fi keeps devices connected. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, an elevator with access to upper floors, free toiletries, and a bathtub. A golf course is listed among the amenities.

The property has 7,619 reviews.

Set just 0.1mi from the city center on The Mall, this hotel puts travelers in the thick of the action—shops, sights, and easy strolls are all within reach. Start the day with a tasty breakfast and stay connected with free Wi-Fi as adventures unfold. A 24-hour front desk helps with arrivals any time, while non-smoking rooms, an elevator to upper floors, free toiletries, and a bathtub keep every stay comfortable from morning to night.

Practical touches keep the experience smooth: an elevator serves the upper floors, and bathrooms come stocked with free toiletries and a relaxing bathtub. For those who enjoy a round of golf, a golf course is listed among the amenities, offering a classic way to unwind after a day of exploring.

With 7,619 reviews backing its appeal, this property has plenty of traveler stories to tell. Payment is convenient with Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and Maestro accepted; cash is not accepted. Room options include the Standard Room (Double) at 118 square feet, featuring a 1 x Double bed, and the King Room (Double) at 161 square feet with a 1 x Queen size bed, among other offerings such as a Suite or Deluxe Grand for varying needs.

Closest airports

Luton Airport

2mi

London Stansted Airport

27.7mi

London Heathrow Airport

28.3mi

London City Airport

32.8mi

London Gatwick Airport

51mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Golf course

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Twin Room in Thistle Express London Luton

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Standard, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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This twin room has 2 single Hypnos beds, a 40-inch flat-screen TV, safe and full length mirrors. Ironing facilities are also available.

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Standard, Single

1 Twin Bed

120 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Features include a single Hypnos bed, a 40-inch flat-screen TV, safe and full length mirrors. Ironing facilities are also available.

Double Room in Thistle Express London Luton

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Standard Room.

King Room in Thistle Express London Luton

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Standard, King Size

1 Queen Size Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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King Size Bed

Family Room in Thistle Express London Luton

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Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Single Room in Thistle Express London Luton

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Standard, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Superior

1 Twin Bed

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Superior

Premium, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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x3

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Premium King Bed

Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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Deluxe King Bed

Standard, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

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Queen Size Bed

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Run of House

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Room Run Of House

Comfort

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Room Comfort

Guest reviews

7.8

7,659 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Diana

8.2

July 2024

It was my third stay at this hotel. You can’t go wrong with them. The first two times I’ve struggled a bit to find it, but this time it was easy. I love the location: it’s so close to the train station and the shopping centre. The staff are very nice and friendly although they were fully booked last night and busy. The breakfast is very good too with the choice of English breakfast, very nice ham, pancakes, jam, nutella, nice coffees. I booked it in advance so the price was reasonable.

The neighbors were noisy in the morning at around 7.20am so they woke me up.

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Chihiro

9.1

October 2024

Very close to city centre - you can actually go pretty much directly from the Luton point mall on the first floor. Friendly staff. And it’s great that the breakfast buffet is included in the price. Comfortable bed and good shower pressure (and I was on the top floor) - nothing that I can fault. I’ll be returning.

I had slight difficulty finding the entrance - the easiest way is to go from Luton point Mall from the first floor, just outside TK Maxx

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Leeo

9.1

October 2024

Clean room, with hairdryer, iron and ironing board, safe, bed was comfy and shower was hot with good water supply. Staff were pleasant and a parking space out front of main door, only £10 for 24 hours. Large TV on wall and plenty of choice for vegetarians for breakfast.

The view from the room was not the best, but would rather that than the room being unclean, was in town centre, so really not much to be negative about.

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Kasia

9.1

October 2024

The location cannot be more central! 10min from the airport, right in the middle of town. 5min walk to the train station. Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, good breakfast. This is going to be my hotel when i need to stay in Luton overnight. I didn't expect much, considering the price but what a nice surprise!

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Monika

8.2

January 2025

Location, 30min with Themasink to St Pancras in London. Station 5 minutes walking from hotel. Comfortable beds. Close to food Nando's and Weterspoon with tasty and cheap food.

Location, hotel has perfect location to London but around hotel in the evening hanging groups of young people, drugs smell is overwhelming ,homeless people laying on the ground. Didn't feel self to walk alone in the evening. And as much as we understand that hotel can't do anything about surrounding, we would like to see some visible security around. Hard to find, navigation brings to street level, hotel is higher on the level 1. .

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Richard

8.2

July 2025

I've stayed here countles times before a flight out of the airport in the morning, and it's always been just fine. You can always get a free cup of coffee in the reception area, and the breakfast even includes vegetarian sausages. Close to the train station and the place to get a cheap bus to the airport, what more is there to say? Free wireless internet? Also good.

The rooms and bathrooms are a bit tired, but I guess renovating them would mean a rise in the price, so perhaps it's best to leave them alone. The immediate area around the hotel can get quite rowdy at night, so bear this in mind if you're a light sleeper and the weather's so warm that you'll need to keep a window open.

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Razvan

9.1

March 2025

Perfect location for a tourist ... the Luton Interchange (Railway station and long distance bus station, including the Airport) is basically outside the hotel. One of the Luton Mall entrance is also just outside the Hotel ... one can't expect more from an accommodation. The room was cleaned every day, had everything that we need and the stuff very helpful and well-mannered. The 2 coffee machines located in the hall way were an excellent idea, you can have as much coffee you like any time of day and night .... a big plus for that ! The breakfast was ok .... plenty of food (continental type), including the traditional English breakfast (sausages, back bacon, eggs, tomatoes, mushrooms and beans).

Nothing to say here !

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Nina

10

August 2025

Everything about this hotel was amazing! The location is great. Right next to the shopping mall so you can run and grab anything you’ve forgotten or need. The all you can eat breakfast was brilliant with so much to choose from (cooked breakfast, yoghurts, berries and other fruits, pancakes, cereal, toast, croissants etc). The room was spacious and clean, even had an iron, ironing board and hair dryer. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. I will definitely be using this hotel for future events in that area. Thankyou!

Nothing…everything was perfect.

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Jonathan

9.1

September 2024

Beds were comfortable, the free WiFi was speedy, and the staff friendly and helpful. Had to use your key card to access the building out of hours so felt safe at all hours. Just a couple of miles from Luton airport if you're flying out and the train station is just down the road.

The parking is limited - I recommend using Crawley Road Car Park for a couple of quid rather than gambling with trying to get a limited space at the hotel for a tenner, or fiddling about with The Mall car park which closes after midnight. The breakfast wasn't huge but was free so can't really complain.

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Ely

9.1

February 2025

It's great value for money and perfectly located for commuting to the airport by bus. Breakfast is traditional English, which I like, so I'm good with that.

Reaching the hotel on foot was a bit tricky. Google Maps correctly took me to the building, but there was no entrance. That's because it's on the level above, reachable via the next street over and up the ramp to the hotel car park. There was no hotel direction sign and the ground level is not a very inviting place, especially when arriving on foot at night.

Points of Interest Around Thistle Express London Luton

Airports

Luton Airport

2mi

London Stansted Airport

27.7mi

London Heathrow Airport

28.3mi

London City Airport

32.8mi

London Gatwick Airport

51mi

Amenities of Thistle Express London Luton

Free wifi

Golf course

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Thistle Express London Luton

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Thistle Express London Luton

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thistle Express London Luton?

The designated check-in period at Thistle Express London Luton begins at 03:00 PM. As for check-out, it's before 11:00 AM.

How much does a stay at Thistle Express London Luton cost?

The beginning rate for stays at Thistle Express London Luton is $68. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.

What are the room types available at Thistle Express London Luton?

Thistle Express London, Luton offers a range of rooms including Family Rooms, Twin Rooms, King Rooms, Double Rooms, and Single Rooms. All rooms are non-smoking and come with various bed sizes, such as Twin beds, Double bed, or Queen size bed. The occupancy of the rooms varies, accommodating anywhere from 1 adult to 3 adults and 2 children. Room sizes range from 118 sqft to 248 sqft.

How can guests spend their time at Thistle Express London Luton?

Guests at Thistle Express London, Luton can spend their time at the hotel enjoying the leisure amenities provided. One such amenity is the golf course, which offers a recreational activity for guests who enjoy playing the sport. Whether they are beginners or experienced players, guests can take advantage of the golf course to relax and have fun during their stay at the hotel. Additionally, the hotel may offer other leisure amenities not mentioned in the provided data. Therefore, guests should inquire at the hotel whether there are any other amenities available for their enjoyment. Overall, guests can make the most of their time at Thistle Express London, Luton by indulging in the leisure activities provided by the hotel, such as playing golf on their well-maintained golf course.

What methods of payment does Thistle Express London Luton accept?

Thistle Express London, Luton accepts American Express, Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro as payment methods. Cash is not accepted.