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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Tower Bridge

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Outdoor banquet area
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(463 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

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

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Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

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

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Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

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

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Sleeper Double Room

Sleeper Double Room

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

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Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double, with Bridge View

Executive Double, with Bridge View

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

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Family Room

Family Room

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double Limited View

Standard Double Limited View

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Limited View

Standard Twin Limited View

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Sleeper Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

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

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Standard Twin Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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 - 0.2 km
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Katherine's Dock - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tower Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Shard - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Tower Gateway DLR Station - 6 min walk
  • Fenchurch Street Station - 9 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vicinity - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪WatchHouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Côte - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4-star hotel near Tower Bridge
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 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. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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 self 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • 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

  • 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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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle to the airport?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle is 7.8 mi (31-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle on May 25, 2026 start from CA $192, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 21.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 29 per day.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have a pool?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle does not have a pool.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local and international cuisine, happy hour, and light fare.

Does The Tower Hotel, by Thistle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle to downtown London?

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle is 2.3 mi away from London.

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4807 out of 9972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2806 out of 9972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1402 out of 9972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 542 out of 9972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 415 out of 9972 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgan Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the staff was very helpful. It is in a safe area and close to an underground station. There is also a taxi stand directly outside the hotel. Small tip to travelers - there is no air conditioning, but that is common for this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was fine, great view, however dated. The desk set up had very little space to accommodate clothing if you didn't want to live out of your suitcase. The large TV took up 90 percent of the surface space for your items. No outlets in the bathroom for hairdryer or flatiron. The tub/shower is a very high step in/out for the elderly or short, big fall hazard, needs to be just a shower. The plumming needs updated as this is the only toilet in all of England we had to "prime" to flush.by flushing once and the 2nd time it worked. I gave it a 4 star as they were updating the lo by and we saw other floors had been updated hoping the 2nd floor is coming soon. The location is perfect for the towr bridge, Tower of London and the tain station.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Virna

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent and the location ideal. However, we had an issue with the AC. The thermostat would not come on. When we complained they claimed that the AC was central and not turned on yet for the season, but all other people travelling with us had AC in their rooms. They offered us a fan. Luckly, the temperature dropped and made it bearable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Baron

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything Just needed a mini fridge
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Graciela, Hawthorne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area. It would be nice if they would tell you that the vouchers are not allows to be used for the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Cort

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hotel staff lovely. Great location with great views. Rooms good. Hotel bar good with great views. Value for money. Restaurant Vincinaty great with great staff. Hotel breakfast good with with with only
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Galilea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good view! Close to most things! Staff was nice!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosana

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sue

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel, with clean rooms and great views. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Clare

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was dated and dirty with the tiniest windows and NO hot water. I arrived late at night as a single female on a work trip and was sent to a room so far away from the lifts through a number of doorways and struggled to find it. When I called reception to let them know thissue re hot water they said i just needed to run all taps, which I had already done for 15 minutes. After half an hour jostling with reception, being told there were no other rooms I was moved to a new room at nearly midnight. This was also very dated and dusty, but with a bigger window and hot water I accepted the move as it was close to midnight and I needed to be up for work the next day. It was a twin room so the bed I tried to sleep in was tiny. I was not listened to or taken seriously, haven’t grown up in hospitality this is not the service I would have expected, particularly of a 4 star hotel. The only offer offer of compensation was the addition of breakfast which I had already declined on check-in as I had to be up and out early for work the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely reception staff , room was comfortable and clean , very quiet , and a lovely view of the river , room was rather dated but it wasnt an issue with the price i paid.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean great staff in every department. Great location restaurant great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Moises, hialeah

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was nice, bathrooms are looking a bit tired now
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was clean and all help were courteous and competent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

wayne

The bathroom had as moldy behind the toilet and thee was mold in the shower! The room was small but the harbor view was very nice and of course the location perfect for our needs. The staff was Excelent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gerry

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I was lucky enough to be upgraded to a larger room however it only had twin beds which was a bit annoying. The amenities within the room were great and the bath and shower were amazing with good pressure and heat.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

MITHUN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms are clean, a bit dated , location very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is a bit dated and shower was very cold.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026