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About the Hotel

St Katharine'S Way, London, United Kingdom, E1W 1LD
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Steps from Tower Bridge
Very good
7.9
8.0
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3.9
3.5
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Boasting a central location with views of Tower Bridge, the stylish The Tower Hotel, By Thistle London is around 600 metres from Aldgate East underground station. A few steps from St Katharine Docks Marina, this smoke-free hotel with 802 rooms features a banquet hall and a ballroom, suited to curated get-togethers.

Location

The 4-star modern hotel is located within 5 minutes' walk of The Medieval Banquet Dinner Theater, within 6 km of Buckingham Palace. The accommodation is right on heritage sites and a river, and 3.9 km from the 13.7-tonne Big Ben Bell.

With views of the River Thames, this London hotel is also scattered among restaurants and bars. The property is situated within reach of Old Spitalfields Market, while Aldgate bus station lies a mere 550 metres away.

London City airport is a 20-minute drive away, while Shadwell railway station is nearly 10 minutes' walk from The Tower.

Rooms

Some of the luxury rooms of the hotel face the street, and comprise a kitchenette and a dining area. Guests can make use of a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making machines, and relax with a flat-screen cable TV. A kitchen with a microwave, tea and coffee making facilities, and a refrigerator are available in a house.

Eat & Drink

There are 3 restaurants in The Tower Hotel, By Thistle. Also, this hotel features a lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge. Guests can enjoy a selection of European dishes at Cafe Rouge situated just around the corner from The Tower London.

Leisure & Business

This accommodation will also help you keep fit with fitness classes at a fitness room available on site. The hotel includes 19 meeting rooms equipped with a laptop safe and a xerox.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll along the South Bank for stunning views of the Thames.
  • Visit the quirky Leadenhall Market for unique foods and shopping.
  • Explore the fascinating exhibits at the Museum of London.
  • Savor a traditional afternoon tea at The Shard's Aqua Shard.
  • Discover vintage finds at the Camden Market's eclectic stalls.
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The Tower Hotel, By Thistle offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Twin Room Bridge View
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Double Room Bridge View
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Executive Double Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Executive Twin Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The Tower Hotel, By Thistle offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Tower Hotel, By Thistle Location

St Katharine'S Way, London, United Kingdom, E1W 1LD
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St Katharine'S Way, London, United Kingdom, E1W 1LD
Nearby
50 St. Katharines Way St Katherine's & Wapping
St Katharine Docks
600 ft
The Tower of London Tower Hill
Trinity Hill Memorial
1700 ft
Restaurants
The Brasserie at The Tower
500 ft
St. Katharines Way Tower Hotel
Xi Bar
500 ft
St. Katharines Way The Tower Hotel
The Dickens Inn
900 ft
St Katharine's Way Marble Quay Tower Hill
Zizzi - St Katharine Docks
400 ft
12 Ivory Street st Katherine's Dock
Sargeant's Mess
500 ft
Tower of London
Slug and Lettuce
1000 ft
Unit 1 Tower Bridge Tower Bridge Road St Katharine Docks
White Mulberries
600 ft
D3 Ivory House St Katharine Docks
Getting around
City Centre
London6 min  ·  2.4 mi
Airports
London City Airport (LCY)17 min  ·  6.8 mi
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)47 min  ·  19.5 mi
Train
Fenchurch Street Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
London Bridge Train Station11 min  ·  3000 ft
Underground
Tower Hill tube6 min  ·  1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at GBP 25 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 21.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2010
Number of floors:
12
Number of rooms:
802
Former name
Guoman Tower Hotel/Hotel Thistle

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Tower Hotel, By Thistle from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 12493 verified reviews
7.8/10
Very good
76%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.1/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
7.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.8/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
7.5/10
Guest reviews
based on 12027 reviews
4/5
based on 19691 reviews
7.9/10
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