The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Tower of London

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Exterior
2 bars/lounges
Outdoor banquet area
Family Room
Suite, 1 Double Bed

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

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St Katharine's Way, London, England, E1W 1LD
  • Place, Thames River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower Bridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower of London
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(229 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(378 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(313 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(149 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Sleeper Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(128 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Double, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(97 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Limited View

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Limited View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Sleeper Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Limited View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Limited View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

London

London City Centre stay.A stay at this London City Centre hotel places you steps from Tower Bridge and within a 5-minute walk of Tower of London. Also, HMS Belfast is within half a mile (1 km) and The Shard is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Thames River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tower Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • HMS Belfast - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Shard - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Tower Hill Station - 7 min walk
  • Fenchurch Street Station - 10 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Wharf Chop House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vicinity - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4-star hotel near Tower of London
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business center and 18 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness center, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Tower Hotel, by Thistle. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 801 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1973
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offers 801 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 29 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 21.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 21.50 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 29 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Reviews

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4160 out of 8785 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2483 out of 8785 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1248 out of 8785 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 507 out of 8785 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 387 out of 8785 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JORGE, Mt Vernon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. They will out their way to help you out with any questions or concerns. Room super clean and little old date it but I guess is what they make them unique. The view is amazing and the restaurant in the lobby were great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
I'm going to make everything very old
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Francis, Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Francis, Phoenix

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, beautiful view of Tower Bridge. Really comfortable beds, however, the time are dates and furniture is worn. Needs a refresh soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yvette C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect view of Tower Bridge decent rooms and easy access to the Underground. Mind the gap.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ANDREW SCOTT BRESALIER, Davie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great. View was incredible. Sites were steps from the door. However, food in the immediate area was not very good.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value on room, property and location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW SCOTT BRESALIER, Davie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful suite with views of the Tower Bridge, and Saint Catherine Docks. Tower Bridges steps from the hotel along with shopping Tower of London is only about 200 feet away. Area outside the hotel can get crowded during the daytime. Restaurants in the immediate area are not that good so I suggest going to neighboring Whitechapel. I was strongly suggest taking Uber boats around town as it is a lot cheaper than taxis or an Uber car.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronnie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Tower Hotel. I personally love the Tower Bridge and we got a room with a perfect view of the bridge. It was glorious during the day and spectacular at night. The room was small and the bed a “Double” which was a bit tight for the wife and I. But it was comfy and the room very clean. Flushing the toilet was an adventure as you had to pump the handle a few times to get a good flow of water. I have never written about that before but it was worth mentioning. Overall a very positive stay and if we ever come back, we won’t hesitate to stay here again.
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Tower Bridge at Dusk
Tower Bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman, BROOKLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had originally been provided with a room that partially faced a brick wall. There was also a plugged sink issue. The previous time I had stayed, I had a lovely room facing the Tower, after receiving an upgrade. In this instance, I was not given the opportunity to upgrade, nor was I asked. Since I was really disappointed, I inquired with reception, and was able to secure a much appreciated upgrade. Thank you Bilal! The rest of my stay was seamless. However door slamming that starts early on is relentless, and extremely loud. I would urge the hotel to find a way to soften the door slamming noise by installing something that would slow the door down before it can slam so loudly. See you next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tower bridge hotel

Perfect location. Comfy beds and well looked after. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location , but feel service has gone down in the many many years we have stayed at the Tower Hotel. We booked a "Bridge" view & when we checked we were told that there was a maintenance problem & moved us to a supposed upgraded room (which it was not). The TV was not working properly ( had text in German-which we couldn't change & no sound on BBC1) .Maintenance man came but was clearly up to his eye's and resented having to try & help us. Such a shame as we were celebrating our wedding Anniversary - & we had spent our wedding night in the hotel 45 years to the day in 1980. Think this is the last time we will ever stay at the Hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a one night stay . Staff around the building were welcoming. The room was well maintained with an incredible view of Tower Bridge. The bed was super comfy and breakfast in the morning was worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay super clean and wonderful views
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther

Travelled with family
The room is so outdated and old. It maintains the basic tidiness but overall it’s still disappointing. The warming rack for towels was broken and so is the fixture of the shampoo bottle in the bathroom. The view of the tower bridge is super nice but the window is dirty which affects the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nazir

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

KULDIP

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Great location - bit dated though

Location superb. Easy to get to and great fir sightseeing Hotel is looking and feeling a bit dated. Luckily we spent each day sightseeing and so came back just to crash out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025