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Overlooking St George Square, and just a 3-minute walk from Luton Rail Station, this central hotel has free Wi-Fi and complimentary free breakfast. Luton airport is 2.7 miles from the property. Rooms at Thistle Express Luton offer a Hypnos bed, smart TV, a hairdryer, ironing facilities, and a safe. Enjoy unlimited tea & coffee in the spacious lobby. Complimentary hot drinks are available to guests. Our rooms don’t have air conditioning, portable fans are available for your comfort from the front desk. There is a cinema and a variety of shops and restaurants in the center of Luton, and in the shopping mall which can be reached in a few minutes’ walk. The University of Bedfordshire is a 10-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Thistle Express
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.2
Free Wifi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ana
    Romania Romania
    The location and easy access to train station, the staff from the reception are really great.
  • Carmel
    Canada Canada
    Excellent location for tthe airport. Great value for money. Staff were very helpful.
  • Chihiro
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    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...
  • Ruth
    United States of America United States of America
    Hotel was very nice, clean and modern. About a 10 min drive to the airport. Breakfast was really good. Staff was friendly.
  • Grujicd
    Serbia Serbia
    Great value for money. Friendly staff and comfortable rooms.
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Compact but clean and very comfortable bed. Free tea and coffee in reception area. Breakfast good. Good value for money overall.
  • George
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was clean and beds comfortable. Good facilities. Good breakfast and nice atmosphere. Kind staff.
  • Colette
    Oman Oman
    Location - easy to get to from bus stop from airport
  • Yuval
    Israel Israel
    The hotel was really cute. clean room. hot water. Very spacious, suitable for 2 people easily. Very close to the train to the airport. The internet works great
  • Kimberly
    Israel Israel
    Really easy to get to the hotel from the airport by bus, just a few minutes walk from the bus station and the train station. the room was clean and comfortable, the breakfast was decent and included plenty of options.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • What time does the breakfast start?

    Good afternoon, Thank you for contacting the Thistle Express Luton. Here at the Thistle Express we offer a free full english breakfast. Our breakfast..
    Answered on 27 October 2019
  • Hello, I have a late-night flight to LTN. I wonder if there is a public bus from the airport to the hotel or a shuttle bus. Thanks.

    Hello, There is the Arriva bus "A" (green bus) connecting the train station to the airport and running 24/7. The cost for the bus is £2.70. Kind rega..
    Answered on 20 August 2022
  • How far is it to the airport and how much would it cost for a taxi to take us to the airport

    Good Afternoon, Thank you for choosing to stay at Thistle Express Luton. In regards to your request to take to the airport takes from 10 to 15 minute..
    Answered on 26 December 2019
  • is there transport to luton airport in early morning

    Good Morning. Thank you for contacting Thistle Express Luton. Yes there are two options for transport in the morning. We can book a taxi at any hou..
    Answered on 7 March 2020
  • Is there parking

    Yes, it is.
    Answered on 18 November 2022
  • our flight doesn't get into luton till 12.50 am so would there be 24 hour reception to check us in.

    Hello, Yes, reception is 24/7. Kind regards, Reception
    Answered on 10 November 2021
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Hotel area info

Amenities of Thistle Express London Luton

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Elevator
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Parking is available for an additional fee at nearby The Mall Central Car Park. Please reach out to the property to get further information.

Please note that this property does not accept cash payments.

When booking 9 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that the credit card used to make the reservation is required at check-in.

For advance purchase rates, the card used to make the booking must be presented upon arrival along with the appropriate ID.

If you are making a reservation on behalf of someone else, first and last name of the guest staying must be given at time of making the booking.

Guests and their invitees shall comply with all legal requirements and the hotel’s rules on guest conduct while on the hotel’s premises

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Thistle Express London Luton of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Thistle Express London Luton

  • Thistle Express London Luton is 1,000 feet from the center of Luton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Thistle Express London Luton is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Thistle Express London Luton is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Thistle Express London Luton offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Room options at Thistle Express London Luton include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Twin
    • Family
  • The prices at Thistle Express London Luton may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Thistle Express London Luton can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet