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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
/10
3.7
3.5
/5

Located within 25 minutes' walk of the 4-star The Tower Hotel, By Thistle London, guests can reach the high street "Old Spitalfields Market". This London hotel offers 3 restaurants and a laptop safe and a photocopier for those arriving on business.

Location

The hotel lies merely 1.1 km from Four Seasons Garden and in the immediate vicinity of St Katharine Docks Marina. There is Bramah Tea and Coffee Museum 18 minutes on foot from the Tower Hotel, By Thistle London.

Guests can visit historical sights, including Buckingham Palace, located 4.8 km from the accommodation, and learn more about London.

Aldgate bus station can be found a mere 550 metres from this London hotel, while the Protestant Westminster Abbey is approximately a 10-minute ride away.

Rooms

Staying at The Tower Hotel, By Thistle, you may choose from one of the 802 rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as essentials such as ironing equipment and climate control. Bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Aqua Shard is situated a short way from the property.

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
Water view
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Double Room Bridge View
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Water view
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
Map view
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 (LCY)17 min  ·  6.8 mi
London Heathrow (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

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Review score
Based on 13478 verified reviews
7.8/10
Very good
76%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
7.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Location
9.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.0/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
7.6/10
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based on 12027 reviews
4/5
based on 19768 reviews
7.9/10
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