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Thistle Express London Luton Hotel Luton , Luton (Bedfordshire)

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About the Hotel

The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR

The 3-star Thistle Express London Luton hotel features 152 bedrooms in the center of Luton. Located just 5 km from Luton Airport, it offers convenient parking options and is near local shopping and dining. The property has been designed for both business and leisure travelers.

Location

Thistle Express London Luton is located within a short walking distance of Luton Station and various shops and restaurants in the nearby shopping mall. Luton Airport, approximately 10 minutes away by car, offers extensive connections. Public parking is available nearby, costing £10 per day with limited space.

Rooms

Rooms at Thistle Express Luton include a Hypnos bed, smart TV, and free Wi-Fi. Each room has a private bathroom equipped with complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Available options range from singles to doubles and twins, accommodating up to three people.

Eat & Drink

The dining area serves a complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays. Guests can choose from an imaginative menu featuring classic British and continental dishes. Unlimited tea and coffee are available in the lobby area throughout the day.

Leisure & Business

Thistle Express Hotel Luton features a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and self-parking options for guests. Meeting facilities are not explicitly mentioned, but the hotel accommodates both business travelers and tourists. Free Wi-Fi is provided in common areas for guest convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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15 m² 
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2 persons
11 m² 
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23 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Luton (Bedfordshire)700 ft
Airports
London Luton (LTN) 2.4 mi
London Heathrow (LHR) 35.9 mi
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping

Children

  • Cribs

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

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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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

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
70%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Convenient Location
Helpful Staff
Limited Dining Options
Challenging Nighttime Navigation
7.0/10
Very good
Rooms
6.9
Location
7.0
Service
8.3
Dining
6.8
Guest reviews
7.0/10
based on 12 reviews
4/5 based on 150 reviews
7.9
7.9/10based on 7679 reviews
#9 of 28 hotels in Luton based on Tripadvisor
David
United States of America, April  2024
6.6/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were a bit of a letdown with their dusty and dirty state, plus the lack of essential amenities like water, tea, or coffee. Parking was a hassle and came at an extra cost. On the bright side, the service was exceptional, with the staff being kind, helpful, and always present. The location was convenient, close to the railway station and shops, but having to walk through smoke at the front door was off-putting. The dining experience was a mixed bag, as the breakfast options were limited, yet the service was nice. Overall, a decent stay with its share of disappointments and highlights.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms weren't clean properly, quite dusty and dirty. They lacked basic amenities like water, tea, or coffee. Plus, they were hot and stuffy with no air conditioning.
Service
9.0
The staff was very kind, helpful, and always courteous. They were present round the clock at the reception, displaying a friendly and accommodating attitude.
Location
7.0
The hotel has a nice location close to the railway station and shops. However, the need to pass through smoke at the front door was a downside.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was nice overall, with both hot and cold choices available. However, they ran out of bacon and sausages for a full English breakfast.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent overall, but there were limited parking spaces available, and it came at an additional cost of £10 per night.
Edward
United States of America, March  2024
7.0/10

I had a mix of experiences at this hotel. On the one hand, the room had some safety concerns with the lack of window screens and unconnected telephone wires, but it was clean and comfortable overall. The service was a bit inconsistent with the issue of disabled amenities only being fixed for one night. However, the staff, especially Andrei from Front of House, left a very positive impression. The location was convenient and near a shopping center but had some issues with the presence of drug users. The dining options catered well to food preferences, but the morning offering was a bit lacking.

Rooms
7.0
The room had some safety concerns, but it was clean and comfortable overall.
Service
8.0
The service was slightly inconsistent, but the staff, especially Andrei, made a positive impression.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient, near a shopping center, but had some issues with drug users in the area.
Dining
6.0
The dining options catered to food preferences well, but the breakfast was a bit lacking.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent overall.
Kathleen
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was convenient, close to the mall and city center, but finding it was a bit tricky by car. The staff was friendly and helpful, providing excellent service, though the lack of tea/coffee facilities in the room was a downside. The dining options were nice but could have been better for guests, and the noise from outside made it difficult to relax in my room.

Rooms
7.0
My room, located at the end of the corridor, was lovely but quite warm, needing the window open despite the outside noise.
Service
9.0
The staff at the hotel were very pleasant, friendly, and helpful, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was good, close to the city center and mall, but challenging to find by car.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was lovely but served without a designated breakfast room, detracting from the overall experience.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were adequate, though the broken lifts made it inconvenient to access amenities.
George
United States of America, March  2024
7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had a nice ensuite, but the noise from the corridor was disruptive, especially at night. The hotel's location was great for exploring the city center, but it could feel a bit lonely at night. The service was generally good, with friendly and helpful staff, except for one lady during the morning shift.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, but lacked window screens to prevent noise and cold breeze.
Service
8.0
The staff, especially Monica, were really friendly and helpful, although I had some issues with the morning shift lady.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location in the city center was convenient and just next to the train station, although it could feel lonely at night.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had some issues with noise from the corridor at night, which affected the overall comfort.
John
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.0/10

The hotel had a mixture of positive and negative aspects. While the rooms were very clean and well-maintained, they appeared outdated and some amenities did not work properly. The service was friendly during check-in and breakfast, although a bit lacking in attentiveness. The location was convenient for our trip from London, yet the area felt run-down and unsafe at times. The dining options ranged from okay to very tasty, but some dishes were not cooked properly. Overall, the facilities were decent, offering both hot and cold drinks, but there were some issues with noise coming from a nearby car park.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were super clean but felt very old and some amenities didn't work well.
Service
8.0
The staff was really welcoming and friendly at check-in and during breakfast, but a bit inattentive at times.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was perfect for our trip from London, but the surrounding area felt run-down and unsafe.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a mix of okay and very tasty, but some dishes were not cooked properly.
Facilities
The hotel offered a good choice of complementary hot and cold drinks, but noise from a neighboring car park was disruptive at times.
John
United Kingdom, November  2023
5.4/10

The hotel has a great location, with clean and comfortable rooms, but some issues with temperature and a strange smell. The service is friendly but mixed with upselling attempts. The location is central yet a bit noisy, and the dining options need improvement. The facilities are average overall.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are very clean and a nice size but had a strange smell to it and were incredibly hot. The temperature was a bit chilly even with the windows closed, and the bathroom needed renovation.
Service
6.0
The service arranged a taxi for us for early the next morning but had upselling attempts for parking and recharging after prepayment.
Location
5.0
The location is central but noisy and a bit rough at night, posing concerns for safety. Good for airport access and business trips.
Dining
5.0
The dining offers tasty but limited variety, lacking certain basic options like eggs, fruit juice, and toast bread. The breakfast timing was also misrepresented, causing a rushed experience.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities are average with no exceptional features noted.
Peter
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a rather mixed experience. The rooms were a bit small but had a very comfortable large bed. Unfortunately, there were no tea/coffee facilities in the room, and the decor is starting to show its age.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a bit small but had a very comfortable large bed. I had to trek downstairs for a drink as there were no tea/coffee facilities in the room, and the decor is beginning to look tired.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional. The staff, especially Andrei from the Front Desk, were incredibly friendly and helpful. Even though there was an extra charge for parking, their positive attitude made up for it.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient, being close to shops and the railway station. It was great for shopping and still just a short drive from the airport. However, it was a bit hard to find initially.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good, with a variety of cooked and cold items for breakfast, including a fruit salad and bread buffet. The coffee was also excellent.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and clean, offering a pleasant experience during my stay.
Geoff
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, and you can enjoy unlimited coffee for free. The service was exceptional, with staff being kind, efficient, and even providing extra comforts. The location was convenient, with easy access to transportation and town center, although finding it on Sat Nav was a bit tricky. Overall, a decent choice for the price.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were cozy and clean, and you can enjoy unlimited coffee for free.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional with kind and efficient staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel has a convenient location with easy access to transportation and town center, though finding it on Sat Nav was a bit tricky.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
John
United States of America, August  2023
7.4/10

The hotel had a well-equipped room with amenities like an iron, TV, desk, and air conditioning, but a desk fan provided was not working, making the room uncomfortably warm. The service was a mix of neglectful behavior with no greetings and helpful assistance, especially from the Spanish lady at the reception. As for the location, it was a bit far from central London, noisy, and lacked proper breakfast choices, although it was convenient to have free coffee makers and be close to the train station. The dining experience had unexpectedly varied and well-cooked dishes, but room refrigeration was missing and there was a limited choice for meals. Despite these ups and downs, the hotel had great facilities with clean and comfortable rooms and was reasonably priced.

Rooms
7.0
The room was well-equipped with amenities but uncomfortably warm due to a non-functional desk fan.
Service
8.0
The service was a mix of neglectful behavior without greetings and helpful assistance, especially from the Spanish lady at the reception.
Location
6.0
The location was a bit far from central London, noisy, and lacked proper breakfast choices, but convenient with free coffee makers and close to the train station.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had unexpectedly varied and well-cooked dishes but limited choices for meals.
Facilities
9.0
Great facilities with clean and comfortable rooms.
Kevin
United States of America, July  2023
8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The rooms were modern and bright, and the location was absolutely fantastic, just a short walk from Luton station. The service was wonderful, with very nice and helpful staff. However, dining options were limited after 9.30 am, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, a great spot to stay overnight.

Rooms
8.0
The room I stayed in was great, modern, and bright. The bathroom was slightly more dated but had a good shower. Perfect for a comfortable stay.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch with very nice and helpful people. They were always really helpful throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The location couldn't have been better, just a few minutes' walk from Luton station and very convenient for an overnight stay. However, it might be a bit hard to find at night on foot from the train station.
Dining
7.0
While there were good quality options available, dining choices were limited after 9.30 am. However, having tea & coffee available all day/night at the reception was a nice touch.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Convenient Location
Limited Dining Options
Henry
United Kingdom, June  2023
6.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms had a modern touch with powerful showers and comfy beds despite showing some wear and tear. However, the size of the room was disappointing as a double room felt congested with a small bed. The service was friendly and helpful, but the lack of dinner service upon arrival was a downside. The location was convenient, being right in the main shopping mall, but the area had some grubbiness and youth presence to be cautious of. The dining experience offered a variety, but the vegetarian and halal options were limited. Overall, the hotel had its charms but also areas to improve.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a modern touch with powerful showers and comfy beds despite showing a bit of wear and tear. The size of the room was disappointing as a double room felt congested with a small bed.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and helpful, although the lack of dinner service upon arrival was a downside.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient, being right in the main shopping mall. However, the area had some grubbiness and youth presence to be cautious of.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a variety, but the limited options for vegetarians and halal eaters were a drawback.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities provided were adequate but nothing exceptional.
Bill
United States of America, June  2023
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were very clean and well-equipped, but the inconvenience of having to go down eight flights of stairs for a drink due to broken lifts was a letdown. Unfortunately, there were no tea/coffee facilities in the room, and I also fell ill during my stay. Additionally, being next to the elevator meant I couldn't get a good night's sleep due to people talking as they came out of the elevator.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very clean and well equipped, but the lack of tea/coffee facilities and being located next to the elevator affected my experience.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, especially from Danish, Monica, and Violeta. They were welcoming, helpful, and went above and beyond to assist me, like printing a map when I needed directions. Tommy was particularly efficient. It was truly commendable.
Location
8.0
I found the location to be convenient, especially being close to Luton Airport for a cost of £10 a night. Despite the unsavory characters in the vicinity, the proximity to the airport bus and central areas made it a viable choice for future stays.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory with well-prepared, varied meals, and a nice breakfast. However, more choices could enhance the overall experience.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had good dining options and was well-located, making my stay comfortable despite the minor inconveniences. The value for money with reasonable pricing and included breakfast made it a decent choice for a stay near the airport.
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