Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

Hotel with restaurant, near Big Ben

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Dates

December 2025

10

January 2026

Terrace/patio - Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square (London)

Daily English breakfast (GBP 16.50 per person) - Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square (London)

Exterior - Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square (London)

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square (London)

Reception - Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square (London)

In the heart of London, Thistle London Trafalgar Square offers a blend of comfort and convenience. With a restaurant serving breakfast to dinner, guests can savor delicious meals at Squares Restaurant. Relax on the terrace or take advantage of concierge services for an unforgettable stay.

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

R3 906 total

includes taxes & fees

09 Jan - 10 January 2026

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 10 - Dec 11

Tomorrow

Dec 11 - Dec 12

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

Showing 12 of 12 rooms

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Electric kettle

15 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Electric kettle

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

24 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Sofa bed - double

Private bathroom

32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Espresso maker

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Espresso maker

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room

Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room

Sleeps 2

Executive King Room

Sleeps 3

Junior Suite

Sleeps 3

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Restaurant
Air conditioning
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R3 543 total

includes taxes & fees

09 Jan - 10 January 2026

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About the area

Whitcomb Street, Trafalger Square, London, England, WC2H 7HG

What's nearby

Leicester Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Trafalgar Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Piccadilly Circus - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Piccadilly - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Big Ben - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

London City Airport (LCY) - 38 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 68 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 70 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 80 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 89 min drive
Charing Cross Station - 6 min walk
Tottenham Court Road Station - 12 min walk
London (QQW-Waterloo Train Station) - 19 min walk
Charing Cross Underground Station - 5 min walk
Leicester Square Underground Station - 5 min walk
Piccadilly Circus Underground Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

‪Japan Centre - ‬2 min walk
‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
‪Panton Yokocho - ‬2 min walk
‪All Bar One - ‬2 min walk
‪The Stage at the Londoner - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square

When you stay at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Squares Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Piccadilly Circus and Piccadilly are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Charing Cross Underground Station is 5 minutes and Leicester Square Underground Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 108 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
- No cots (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No on-site parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace

Accessibility

Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 59

Room amenities

Be entertained

49-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Squares Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.

Squares Bar - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.50 per person

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay

Also known as

Royal Trafalgar Hotel

Royal Trafalgar Hotel London

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Thistle Trafalgar Square, The Royal Trafalgar London, England

Thistle Trafalgar Leicester Square Hotel London

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The Royal Trafalgar

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Big Ben (15-min walk) and London Eye (0.8 mi), along with The British Museum (0.8 mi) and Buckingham Palace (0.9 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Squares Restaurant.

What's the area around Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square like?

Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square is in London City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Charing Cross Underground Station and 3 minutes' walk from Trafalgar Square. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.