Thistle Express London Luton - Luton (Bedfordshire)

$$$$||View on mapLuton (Bedfordshire), United KingdomThe Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR|
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Thistle Express London Luton - Luton (Bedfordshire)
The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Staff8.6
Free WiFi8.4
Cleanliness8.2
Location8.2
Value for money8.2
Who stays here
Solo37%
Families30%
Couples22%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Staff8.6
Free WiFi8.4
Cleanliness8.2
Location8.2
Value for money8.2
Who stays here
Solo37%
Families30%
Couples22%
Groups9%

3-star hotel in central Luton with complimentary breakfast and unlimited tea and coffee

Location & Transport

Thistle Express London Luton sits at Luton Point Mall in St George Square, a 3-minute walk from Luton Rail Station and 3 miles from London Luton Airport. Direct trains from Luton Station reach London St Pancras in 32 minutes, making the Thistle Luton a practical alternative to staying in central London. The University of Bedfordshire is a 10-minute walk from the Thistle Express Luton, and the hotel provides a terminal in the lobby to book an Uber.

Rooms & Comfort

The Luton Thistle Hotel offers Hypnos beds, Smart TVs, and in-room safes in all guest rooms. Family rooms and single, double, and twin configurations are available, accommodating groups and solo travelers. Portable fans are provided by reception upon request, as rooms are not air conditioned.

Dining & Refreshments

A complimentary hot/cold buffet breakfast is served daily at Thistle Express London Luton, including cooked options, pastries, fruit, and yogurt. Unlimited tea and coffee are available 24/7 from the machine in the lounge area. Guests can purchase pizza, drinks, and snacks at the 24-hour reception, and a microwave is provided in the coffee bar for heating personal food.

Services & Amenities

Thistle Express Luton has a 24-hour front desk with staff available for late check-ins, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping. The hotel provides free WiFi throughout and a vending machine for refreshments. On-site parking is limited and costs £10 per night; the hotel recommends the nearby Mall car park as an alternative.

Nearby Attractions

Guests at Thistle Express Hotel Luton can walk to shops, restaurants, and a cinema in the adjacent Luton Point Mall within minutes. ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and Woburn Safari Park are within driving distance, and the University of Bedfordshire is a short stroll away. The hotel is surrounded by eateries including a JD Wetherspoon pub just around the corner.

  • Location: Central Luton, 3 min walk from train station
  • Transport: Direct trains to London St Pancras in 32 min
  • Breakfast: Complimentary hot/cold buffet daily
  • Refreshments: Unlimited tea and coffee in lounge
  • Rooms: Hypnos beds, Smart TVs, family configurations
  • Parking: Limited on-site at £10 per night
  • Nearby: Adjacent shopping mall, cinema, and restaurants
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 7.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:152
Former name
Menzies Strathmore Luton
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Rooms and availability

Elegant Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Comfort Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds1 King Size Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cribs

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Thistle Express London Luton

💵 Lowest room price 35 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 2.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport London Luton, LTN

Location

The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR
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The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR
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The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR
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Reviews of Thistle Express London Luton

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