Thistle City Barbican
Hotel Overview
Great for a short stay in London
Was in London for a friend's birthday party and this hotel offered cheap accomodation, walking...
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Mutley
- 11 Oct 2011
good for business not for the vacationer
overall a good hotel, we had a small room. No view.
Good breakfast. Good service and assistance as...
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the fast and furious tourist
- 29 Jul 2010
Thistle City Barbican Rooms
- Standard Single Room
- Our Standard Single rooms have everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay. With a single bed, LCD TV, radio and decorated in a warm colour palette, they are a welcome sight for any traveller. And when you've finished checking your emails or surfing the net via our BT Openzone wireless broadband connection, you can relax in the ensuite bathroom with your complimentary toiletries. Facilities Available: BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio TV with Remote Control Work Desk
- Standard Double Room
- Our Standard Double rooms are quiet, spacious and decorated in a warm and welcoming colour palette. Boasting LCD TV, radio and BT Openzone wireless internet access, our Standard Doubles are perfect for business or leisure. Facilities Available: BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio TV with Remote Control Work Desk
- Standard Twin Room
- Our Standard Twin rooms have everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay. With two single beds, LCD TV, radio and decorated in a warm colour palette, they are a welcome sight for any traveller. And when you've finished checking your emails or surfing the net via our BT Openzone wireless broadband connection, you can relax in the ensuite bathroom with your complimentary toiletries. Facilities Available: BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Radio TV with Remote Control Work Desk
- Deluxe King Room
- All the comforts and amenities of our Standard bedrooms, and then some. More space means there is room for a king-size bed, mini-bar, LCD TV and a work desk. You can also check your emails via our BT Openzone wireless broadband connection and there's a in-room safe where you can store your valuables. Facilities Available: Hotel has Air Conditioning in certain rooms only BT Openzone Wi-Fi Coffee and Tea Making Facilities Complimentary Toiletries Direct Dial Telephone Flat Screen LCD TV with Freeview Hairdryer Iron & Ironing Board Mini Bar (Not Stocked) Radio Room Safe Work Desk
- Executive Family Room
- Our Executive Family rooms are some of our largest rooms; perfect for working, entertaining, marking a special occasion or enjoying a longer stay. Each Executive Family room comprises of a bedroom with a king-size bed and separate lounge area with a sofa bed, suitable for up to 2 children up to the age of 12. They also boast LCD TVs, radio and of course BT Openzone wireless internet connection. Facilities Available: Hotel has Air Conditioning in certain rooms only BT Openzone Wi-Fi 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
Hotel Map
120 Central Street, Clerkenwell, London, EC1V 8DS
- Area served
- Barbican
- Nearby airports
- From London Heathrow, the Heathrow Express runs direct to London Paddington in just 15 minutes (20 from Terminal 5), with a train every quarter of an hour. The Gatwick Express runs a similar service into London Victoria from London Gatwick.
- Area description
- Thistle City Barbican is just a short walk from the Barbican Centre - Europe's largest arts centre and home to the London Symphony Orchestra.
Amenities
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Health Club
- High Speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Spa Services
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- 120 Central Brasserie
- Our 120 Central Brasserie restaurant offers a choice of British and European dishes in comfortable and contemporary surroundings. We also keep a cellar of classic and New World wines. Open for breakfast and dinner, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a delicious meal.
- Bar 120
- Enjoy a drink or light snacks in our relaxed and informal atmospheric Bar 120. It's the perfect place to meet after work or for a drink after dinner.
- CoMotion Bar
- The CoMotion Bar serves a wide range of drinks and snacks in informal surroundings - perfect for a breakfast coffee, between meetings, after work or before dinner.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The most relaxing place to do business in London Just a short walk from The Barbican Centre and with a courtesy shuttle bus running direct to Tube stations in the City of London, Thistle City Barbican provides an ideal venue for business meetings and events or family occasions. Our largest function room, the Clerkenwell Suite, seats up to 170 guests, making it suitable for conferences and banqueting; it's also chosen by many couples as their wedding venue. We have 12 further meeting rooms suitable for board and team meetings, training sessions, presentations, interviews and private dining. All our meeting rooms come fully equipped with Air-conditioning LCD projector and screen BT Openzone wireless internet access
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
Guest Reviews (7)
Ratings and reviews for Thistle City Barbican
- All travelers (7) 3.1 / 5
- Business (1) 4 / 5
- Couples (3) 2.7 / 5
- Families (1) 3 / 5
- Singles (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.4
- Hotel staff:
- 2.9
- Room comfort:
- 3.7
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3.1
71%
would recommend to a friend.
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mutley
Great for a short stay in London
Was in London for a friend's birthday party and this hotel offered cheap accomodation, walking distance from the venue......and most importantly, a really comfortable bed! I'd stay again for the odd night in London.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
the fast and furious tourist
good for business not for the vacationer
overall a good hotel, we had a small room. No view. Good breakfast. Good service and assistance as needed. Quite a walk to the undergound.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Not Applicable
Our trip to London was only an overnighter. We reccommend the on and off tour bus, to get a general view of the city.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Les T
Mostly Good , One Bad
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Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
In Hotel
The hotel dining, although excellent is expensive. The resturants in Old Street are good and a ten minute walk away
Reviewer score
Would recommend
test14july
wow!!!!!!!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
biztravelrnuk
Rooms w/character & a wonderful steam rm
Business travel. Room was always made-up and cleaned. Pool hours are only 6:30a-8:00p. Sausa and steam room are wonderful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
mom
2 nights
We were given an non a/C room though we booked a delux. safe deposit locker was not working. So we changed the room. A/C unit was not working hair dryer did not work one of the lights near dresser needed a new bulb? Staff did not offer any repairs even for 2nd day.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
This is my second visit to the
This is my second visit to the Thistle and I was very disappointed. I had a tiny room. Everything was minimalist and geared up to saving money - horrible old small towels, third rate toiletries. Even the tea bags were rationed. I couldn't have a second cup of tea in my room. On the first day I reported that the door handle to my room fell on the floor in the corridor and needed repairing. They seemed to know about it already, but by the time I left on the third day, it still had not been repaired. This hotel may have four star facilities, but the basic elements are close to two star.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
- * includes taxes
