120 Central Street, Islington, London, EC1V 8DS, United Kingdom
Based on 65 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: June 7, 2022
Madeleine
United KingdomNothing
Excellent hotel in a brilliant location
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 4, 2022
Ian
United KingdomNothing
We got moved to The Tower Hotel as the Barbican was closed , this was done without any extra expense to us. The hotel was fantastic and a good location
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: April 7, 2022
Louise
United KingdomSadly due to my reservation having been moved from one hotel to another, I did not get the benefit of breakfast being included in the price of my stay. This made me sad especially when I could smell it cooking on my way out each morning ;-) Seriously though, no complaints at all!
My original booking was transferred from Shoreditch to Holborn due to hotel closure. The price I paid did not change which was fantastic as I actually found Holborn to be far more suitable location wise than my original booking. This hotel was very easily accessible from London Kings Cross using the London Underground to Holborn Station. I later realized that Tottenham Ct Road station is also within a similar distance from the hotel. The Hotel itself was easy to find and was close to plenty of places to shop, eat and drink. The staff were friendly, approachable and very helpful. The room I stayed in was absolutely immaculate, clean, tidy and comfortable. Honestly hands down the best nights sleep I've had in ages and the bath and shower facilities was exceptional. 100% I would stay here again.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: December 12, 2021
Matt
United KingdomNothing!
I was informed beforehand that the hotel was temporarily closed because of rising infections, so I was transferred to a hotel at Trafalgar Square. I was given a very warm welcome from the receptionist and check-in was quick and easy. Furthermore I was upgraded to a beautiful deluxe room at no extra charge. Thus, the location was amazing.?
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: November 16, 2021
C
United KingdomThe only negative would be the shower (over the bath) the water pressure was poor.
We were transferred to the Guoman Tower Hotel, so comments apply to this hotel, not the Thistle. Staff were friendly and welcoming. We were given an Exec Double room although we were told at check in it would be a suite, so slightly disappointed, but the lovely view over the marina certainly made up for that, plus extras in the room that we weren't expecting at our original hotel, like a free mini bar! Buffet breakfast was tasty, plentiful and hot (served by staff). Very clean and great location, several eateries close by and within easy reach of Tower Hill tube station.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: October 25, 2021
Howard
United KingdomThe location, the ambience and the food.
Nothing.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: October 9, 2021
Marie
United KingdomOur room was a bit dusty - it didn't appear to have been cleaned recently due to a fine layer of dust - but I feel that is being picky! The only other slight grumble was that the coffee, tea, sugar and so on was not always replenished - but when we asked - it was provided. So again, a bit picky probably.
Given the challenges around Covid, our expectations were not high. However, we were extremely pleased with the location of the hotel and easy access to anywhere in London. The staff were very friendly and helpful at all times, despite the pressures they were under - they went out of their way to help in every situation. Our room size and facilities within the room were good - no complaints at all - would definitely return.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: September 13, 2021
Rosemary
United KingdomNothing , everything exceeded our expectations
We were upgraded from the thistle Barbican to the thistle Holborn , we were very happy with change we were given junior suites which were absolutely lovely.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 27, 2021
Michael
United KingdomLifts in hotel were busy with queue sometimes.
Was relocated to The Tower Hotel, it was very nice and breakfast was good with plenty to choose from.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 27, 2021
Jenna
United KingdomDidn’t have the greatest view from our room but you spend only a small amount of time in the room so hey ho
Large rooms and amazing breakfast. Despite them being low on staff those who were working did a great job
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 16, 2021
Tracey
United KingdomEverything
We were transferred to the Tower Hotel, absolutely perfect, our room was clean and spacious with a great view. Breakfast was great, staff were friendly. It will definitely be my preferred place to stay in London
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 13, 2021
Fozia
United KingdomIt was well organised and was in nice area to get to places
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 10, 2021
Natalie
United KingdomThe only downside was that we couldn't figure out how to work the heating/air con in either room. So, one room was super hot and the other room was super cold! Apart from that, everything else was perfect.
Unfortunately I can't rate their hotel in Shoreditch as we were moved to their partner hotel right next to Tower Bridge. Both rooms (once facing the marina, the other facing Tower Bridge!) were fabulous, with all the facilities you need. The location was fantiastice, fabulous customer service and a yummy breakfast in the morning.
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: August 8, 2021
Sarah
IrelandNothing everything was great
Got moved to the tower hotel beside tower bridge and it was amazing. Great location, room lovely had a view of st Catherine’s dock and amazing staff and breakfast. We arrived on an early flight from Ireland and the staff member accommodated us with an early room without us even asking! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 8, 2021
Jodie
United KingdomNothing
We were put in The Tower whilst The Barbican Thistle was closed - I’m really glad that we were as this was a fantastic hotel. Really good location, clean rooms, really friendly staff.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: July 27, 2021
Chem
United KingdomNothing
Close to the city
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: July 12, 2021
Natali
United Kingdomnon
evirating
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: July 11, 2021
Marky
United KingdomI was upgraded to a tower room at the tower hotel and has the most amazing time there.
Loved my room and breakfast was amazing
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: July 8, 2021
John
United KingdomRelocated to tower hotel good place safe and great breakfast friendly staff will go again
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: July 8, 2021
Ryan
United KingdomLoved the location and the food.really lovely stay
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: July 5, 2021
Mclennan
United KingdomIt was a little bit out dated and the decor was strange.
We got moved from the thistle hotel to the tower hotel and we loved it! The staff were friendly and helpful, very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: July 3, 2021
Graham
United Kingdomeverything was very good no complaints
the thistle hotel moved us last minute to the tower hotel a few miles away which was not a problem couldnt fault anything will be going again to the tower hotel in a few weeks
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: July 2, 2021
Karen
United KingdomNothing
Message to say this hotel was not yet open so we were offered to stay in the tower hotel instead We accepted. The room we were given had a fabulous view of the Tower of London. Breakfast was also very nice .
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: July 1, 2021
Ivana
United KingdomVery old rooms, need freshen up for 4* also furniture so old and worse was carpets in room. So old n ugly..
Loved how staff were so friendly and do anything for u. Also everything was very clean and comfortable. Even loved fresh water everyday and change of towels if needed!
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: June 28, 2021
Ashley
United KingdomIt was amazingly clean and the location was perfect with only minutes walk to Tower Hill. The view and the room was perfect over the river Thames.
Stayed in June 2021
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