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About the Hotel

The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR
Very good
7.9
7.5
/10
3.0
3.7
/5

Located only 9 minutes' stroll from High Town, the 3-star smoke-free Thistle Express London Luton hotel provides guests with 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up calls. Boasting a swimming pool, this Luton hotel is nestled 2.5 km from natural attractions like the large Stockwood Park.

Location

Grosvenor Casino Luton is 800 metres away, and culture-oriented attractions such as the victorian house "Wardown Park Museum" lie nearly 25 minutes on foot from the hotel. Stockwood Park Golf Club is 2.9 km from the Thistle Express London Luton, which is also situated a few moments from St Mary's Anglican Church.

Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to The Peoples Park, located just 11 minutes' stroll away. There is Luton Hoo Memorial Park approximately 2 km away.

Thistle Express London Luton hotel is near a train station and a mere 10 minutes on foot from Luton train station.

Rooms

Each of the 152 rooms is equipped with ironing facilities as well as high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, the accommodation features carpeted flooring. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are fitted with toiletries and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Guests can relax at the on-site lounge bar. Ruby's Bar & Cuisine, situated just near the Thistle Express London Luton, is a perfect place to enjoy African cuisine.

Leisure & Business

There is a sauna and various recreational opportunities for your leisure time. This Luton hotel has a gym facility.

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Thistle Express London Luton offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers
Facilities: Very good
7.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots

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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Thistle Express London Luton 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
Nearby
Church
St Mary's Church
1600 ft
Luton Borough Council Town Hall
Luton Town Hall
1800 ft
St George Street Luton Town Hall
Luton War Memorial
2000 ft
Park St
Vauxhall Heritage Centre
1500 ft
Restaurants
Luton Kebab House
100 ft
51 Guildford St
The Engine
500 ft
The Engine 43 Bute Street
The White House
1200 ft
The Galaxy 1 Bridge Street Galaxy Centre
German Doner Kebab
1700 ft
57-59 George Street
Subway
1900 ft
37 George Street
Tasty Fried Chicken
1400 ft
21 Manchester Street
Thai Bites
1400 ft
Luton Market
Pepes piri piri Luton
1900 ft
6-8 Chapel Street
Off the Wall
2300 ft
6-8 Park Street
The Red Lion Luton Pub
2100 ft
Castle Street
Getting around
City Centre
Luton (Bedfordshire)4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
London Luton (LTN)6 min  ·  2.2 mi
London Heathrow (LHR)87 min  ·  35.7 mi
Train
Luton Train Station4 min  ·  1000 ft
Luton Airport Parkway Railway Station20 min  ·  1.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Thistle Express London Luton serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2008
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
152
Former name
Menzies Strathmore Luton

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Thistle Express London Luton from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 3013 verified reviews
7.5/10
Very good
74%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.1/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
8.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.7/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 150 reviews
4/5
based on 7315 reviews
7.9/10
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