£118.15 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in 9 Mar 2013 Check-out 11 Mar 2013

Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

4 stars
Whitcomb Street, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2H 7HG
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
38 reviews
Perfect location for theatreland

Just around the corner from Trafalgar square and Leicester square and 5 minutes to Piccadilly, this... See full review

  • Satisfied customers
  • 4 Feb 2013
Perfect

This hotel was wonderful. My room was perfect; the size and layout was great and the noise level... See full review

  • WalterB
  • 31 Jan 2012
The newly refurbished 4* hotel is located on a intimate and quiet side street in the heart of London with the famous 'theatre land' Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square within only a five minutes walk. All 108 bedrooms at The Royal Trafalgar have been newly refurbished including Standard and Executive Rooms. Located on the ground floor, serving a wide selection drinks and snacks both the Lounge and Gravity Bar offer perfect surroundings for after work or before dinner drinks. During the day, The Gravity Bar can be used for small meetings and events seating up to 20 people theatre and classroom style or 50 reception. With The City on one side, Whitehall on the other, this is truly the centre of London. The Royal Trafalgar is the perfect base from which to discover the capital's shopping, sightseeing and culture If you're travelling to The Royal Trafalgar by car, the nearest public car park is on Whitcomb Street, just a minute's walk from the hotel; an alternative is the Cockspur Street/Spring Gardens car park, which is about five minutes' walk.

Royal Trafalgar by Thistle Rooms

Standard Double Room
Our Standard Double rooms have everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay. Quiet, spacious and decorated in a warm colour palette, they are a welcome sight for any traveller. Facilities Available: Hotel has Air Conditioning in all rooms BT Openzone Wi-Fi (chargeable) Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Flat Screen LCD TV with Freeview Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio Room Safe Trouser Press Wake Up Call System Work Desk
Executive Twin Room
Our Executive Twin rooms have all the comforts and amenities of our Standard bedrooms with a few added extras. Quiet, spacious and decorated in a warm colour palette, they are a welcome sight for any traveller. More space means there's room for two beds, a large work desk and a state of the art LCD TV. Facilities Available: Hotel has Air Conditioning in all rooms BT Openzone Wi-Fi (chargeable) Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Flat Screen LCD TV with Freeview Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio Room Safe Work Desk
Executive King Room
When you fancy a real treat our Executive King rooms offer the perfect retreat at the end of a hectic day. Recently refurbished to reflect a contemporary colour palette, complemented by bold, vibrant fabrics, they're larger than our Standard rooms, providing space for a king-sized bed and a large work desk. All rooms are equipped with a state of the art LCD TV and fridge to make your stay memorable. In addition to wi-fi broadband internet connection, you will receive complimentary magazines and newspaper. Facilities Available: Access to Health and Fitness Center Hotel has Air Conditioning in all rooms BT Openzone Wi-Fi (chargeable) Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Complimentary Wi-Fi on Lobby PC Direct Dial Telephone Flat Screen LCD TV with Freeview Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Larger Room Late Checkout (Subject to Availability) Radio Room Safe Trouser Press Wake Up Call System Work Desk
Junior Suite
Our refurbished Junior Suites are our largest, most indulgent rooms; perfect for working, marking a special occasion or enjoying a longer stay. All rooms reflect a contemporary colour palette, complemented by bold, vibrant fabrics and have a super king-size bed, a sofa bed as well as a seating area. Each room boasts a state of the art LCD TV, iPod docking station, rain shower, bathrobe and slippers as well as complimentary water and chocolates for a perfect stay. They are well suited for small families; accomodating up to 2 adults and 1 child comfortably.. Complimentary wi-fi in the lobby of the hotel is available as is our 24 hour guest relations team. Spacious, discreet and self-contained, it's everything a Junior Suite should be.

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Hotel Map

51.5095 -0.1306
Area served
Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden
Nearby airports
Heathrow Airport is 15 miles away. Take the Piccadilly underground line direct to Piccadilly Circus. Alternatively take the Heathrow Express to Paddington Station then the Bakerloo line to Piccadilly Circus.
Area description
Nestled in a quiet street directly behind the National Gallery and bordering on Leicester Square right in the heart of London's West End. This hotel is ideally located with Trafalgar Square & Piccadilly Circus a stone's throw away not to mention only a short walk from Covent Garden, Regent Street & Oxford Circus.

Nearby points of interest

  • Leicester Square: 0.1 mi
  • National Gallery: 0.1 mi
  • National Portrait Gallery: 0.1 mi
  • Trafalgar Square: 0.1 mi
  • London Chinatown: 0.1 mi
  • Shaftesbury Avenue: 0.2 mi
  • Admiralty Arch: 0.2 mi
  • Piccadilly Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Charing Cross Station: 0.3 mi
  • Adelphi Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Royal Opera House: 0.4 mi
  • Regent Street: 0.4 mi
  • Soho: 0.4 mi
  • St James's Park: 0.4 mi
  • Courtauld Gallery: 0.4 mi
  • Leicester Square: 0.1 mi
  • National Gallery: 0.1 mi
  • National Portrait Gallery: 0.1 mi
  • Trafalgar Square: 0.1 mi
  • London Chinatown: 0.1 mi
  • Shaftesbury Avenue: 0.2 mi
  • Admiralty Arch: 0.2 mi
  • Piccadilly Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Charing Cross Station: 0.3 mi
  • Adelphi Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Royal Opera House: 0.4 mi
  • Regent Street: 0.4 mi
  • Soho: 0.4 mi
  • St James's Park: 0.4 mi
  • Courtauld Gallery: 0.4 mi
  • Transport Museum: 0.5 mi
  • Piccadilly: 0.5 mi
  • Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum: 0.5 mi
  • Dominion Theatre: 0.5 mi
  • Lyceum Theatre: 0.5 mi
  • London Theatre: 0.5 mi
  • London Palladium: 0.5 mi
  • Aldwych Theatre: 0.6 mi
  • Photographers Gallery: 0.6 mi
  • Oxford Circus: 0.6 mi
  • Royal Festival Hall: 0.6 mi
  • London Eye: 0.6 mi
  • Big Ben: 0.7 mi
  • Shakespeare's Globe: 0.7 mi
  • British Museum: 0.7 mi
  • Houses of Parliament: 0.7 mi
  • Hayward Gallery: 0.7 mi
  • Oxford Street: 0.7 mi
  • Cutty Sark: 0.7 mi
  • London Aquarium: 0.7 mi
  • Westminster: 0.7 mi
  • Queen`s Gallery: 0.7 mi
  • Buckingham Palace: 0.8 mi
  • London Astoria: 0.8 mi
  • Waterloo station: 0.8 mi
  • Bond Street London: 0.9 mi
  • Temple church: 0.9 mi
  • Russell Square: 0.9 mi
  • Fitzrovia: 0.9 mi
  • Florence Nightingale Museum: 0.9 mi

Amenities

  • 24 hour room service
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Concierge
  • Elevators
  • High speed internet
  • Laundry service
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Safe deposit box
  • Wireless internet

Dining

Gravity Bar
Located on the ground floor, the Gravity Bar both serves a wide range of drinks and snacks in informal surroundings - perfect between meetings, after work or before dinner. Seating up to 20 people in a classroom and theatre style layout or 50 people reception style; Gravity Bar is the ideal venue for small intimate meetings or for private hire in the heart of London.
Squares Restaurant
At The Royal Trafalgar you have a choice of dining right through the day and on into the night. Modern, relaxed and welcoming, our Squares Restaurant has an enticing menu featuring modern British and European dishes, complemented by a selective extensive wine list. During the summer months al fresco dining is available on the Terrace.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers

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Guest Reviews (38)

Ratings and reviews for Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Overall score

4.1 / 5
38 out of 38
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4.1
Location:
4.9
Value:
4.1

95% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Satisfied customers
West London
4 Feb 2013

Perfect location for theatreland

Just around the corner from Trafalgar square and Leicester square and 5 minutes to Piccadilly, this hotel provides the perfect location for a night out at the London theatre. The rooms are very quiet and comfortable and the staff are very efficient with a personal touch which enhances the stay. Breakfast was a real treat with an excellent selection of both hot and cold food well worth the cost. A free left ;luggage arrangement after check out on the final day allows an extra few hours sight seeing luggage free in Central London. The room was large, quiet and spotlessly clean with a very modern bathroom and free tea and coffee making facilities. The room was available through e bookers with a big discount which made it possible for us to stay at such a quality hotel. Without the discount we would not have afforded this luxury but it was well worth the fee for such a quality stay. Wish we had booked 2 nights.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

A tesco express shop in Trafalgar square allows you to purchase sandwiches, fruit and other food stuffs for a days sightseeing at lower prices than central London cafes. Also purchase small wine bottles and plastic glasses before entry to the theatre to have that interval drink without breaking the bank.

Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

4
Salsera in Paris
Business
Paris, France
18 Jan 2013

Great little hotel with a friendly staff in a convenient location

I stayed at the Royal Trafalgar on a last minute business trip. The hotel was conveniently located. Although I typically stay with Hilton and find their rooms large and comfortable, I wasn't bothered by the small size of the hotel rooms as they were very comfortable and incredibly clean. The staff was also very friendly and professional

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

If you've forgotten anything there's a two-story Boots drugstore around the corner with a small grocery area and all of the cosmetics and toiletries you could ever want. Also a Whole Foods and great coffee in the same area.

Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

3
Trip with Mom
Brookfield, WI
13 Sep 2012

great location

Location couldn't be better. Would be great if breakfast was included. Room was small but clean and modern. Next to National Portrait Gallery which was amazing. Good value for one night.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

4
Stephen Likes WC2
Atlanta, Georgia
4 Sep 2012

A Nice Stay In Central London

The Thistle Trafalgar is one of the best locations in London. I arrived early after an overnight flight, and while a room was not available for check-in, the staff did work with me to help get me into a room once one had been cleaned and serviced. Though no fault of the hotel, some of the guests can be loud, particularly in the wee hours of the morning when they are coming in from a late night out. To be so centrally located, the street noise was not really noticeable due to the fact that the hotel has solid double pane windows. I would definitely stay at this hotel again. I found the staff helpful and friendly and the rooms clean and comfortable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

There are two small grocery markets nearby which have great deals on sandwiches and salads if one gets tired of eating in restaurants.

Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

4
Mrs D
Oxfordshire
26 Jul 2012

What a location

A hidden gem. The room we had was smallish but stylish and comfortable and with everything we needed for an overnight stay. Staff very welcoming and our only gripe was the breakfast as not everything available but apart from that - will definitely stay there again

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

4
AaaaaaaBbbb
Seattle, WA, USA
9 Apr 2012

Great Location

Near shopping area. Walking distance to Tralfagar Square

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

4
adamazing
Los Angeles, CA, USA
16 Feb 2012

Great location

The best thing about this hotel is its location- just around the corner from Trafalgar Sq. & The National Gallery. On the day I was to go home, I was able to run into the Nat. Gallery again and take a quick 20 min. run thru the priceless Impressionist galleries when it opened at 10AM. You'll not have many chances to look at Van Goghs and get on a trans-continental flight on the same day. Other than that, the hotel has recently gone thru an upgrade so it is all modern. The rooms are small but you're not going to spend much time in there at a hotel in the heart of the city.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Not Applicable

The exchange rate is pretty bad right now but if you watch your money, you can still have a great time.

Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

5
WalterB
Business
Los Angeles, CA, USA
31 Jan 2012

Perfect

This hotel was wonderful. My room was perfect; the size and layout was great and the noise level amazingly low for being right in the middle of Central London steps from Trafalgar Square. The staff were so helpful and kind. I would recommend this hotel to anyone and will stay here again most definitely.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

5
Cagsey
Liverpool
23 Jan 2012

Perfect Location

The hotel is in a prime location, with easy access to all tourist attractions. It's a lovely hotel and the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

If you are on a tight budget eat at Wetherspoons, as the restaurants are quite expensive in the tourist areas.

Review of Royal Trafalgar by Thistle

Reviewer score

3
Gparocks
Portland, OR, USA
5 Jan 2012

Ok, small rooms but nice for the price

Service staff tried hard to please after a couple of minor issues but the issues shouldn't have happen in the first place. Fine for the price I got it at, $120 usd.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
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