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Thistle Express London Luton

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A modern reception area with a curved desk, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a green accent wall in the background.
A modern reception area with a green accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee machine.
A reception area with two curved reception desks, a green wall with a flat-screen TV, and a row of beverage dispensers.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a mirror, and a green accent wall.
A modern dining area with wooden tables and green stools, large windows with sheer curtains, and geometric pendant lighting.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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The Mall, Library Road, Luton, England, LU1 2TR
  • Place, Luton Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Bedfordshire
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenilworth Road Stadium
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a mirror, and a green accent wall.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

Express Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(75 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, and a mirror.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door with a sign.

Express Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Thistle Express London Luton

Along with self parking, this smoke-free hotel has coffee/tea in a common area and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a front-desk safe and multilingual staff assistance.
Thistle Express London Luton offers 152 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Thistle Express London Luton's central location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Luton Mall. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus breakfast (surcharge) and self parking (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • English breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a multilingual staff, and an elevator
  • Guests have great things to say about the central location and the clean accommodations
  • Steps from Luton Mall and Cineworld Luton
As a guest of Thistle Express London Luton, you'll find multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Luton hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 7 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
For Sat Nav please enter postcode LU1 2PA.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after 11:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Thistle Express Luton Hotel
Thistle Express Hotel
Thistle Express
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel
Thistle Express London Luton Luton
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel Luton

Thistle Express London Luton Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 406 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 211 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1369 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, clean room, all staff really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't fault our stay, everything was just great, the staff all very helpful & the breakfast was good also
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and value once you find it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were brilliant, breakfast really good and the location was perfect,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good value for money and very close to the train station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nasser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and location. Quiet rooms and beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sensibly priced hotel 15 mins bus ride from airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff clean rooms and super helpful with directions and extras like the cot we needed for our little one. Close to the train station too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

denis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was good excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel. Near train station and attached to the main shopping complex in Luton. All you need in room. Great buffet breakfast to boot. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast and clean rooms. Decent size for family
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good budget hotel. Very cheap option. The room itself was big and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with comfortable bed. Free breakfast was good and location to downtown and mall excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joon kul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is kind and clean,will stay later.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes fast internet and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Osamudiame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, courteous staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tincuta(Tina)

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time here and I would choose it every time, clean, safe, central and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laila

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was convenient for the airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay in hotel few times easy for city centre stay staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great breakfast, very central and only 10 mins by bus from airport
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chikako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is always clean and staff is friendly. Good location. Parking is very limited space.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ratheesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is good best point is superb breakfast and fresh
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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