Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in Heathrow Villages

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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Bathroom
Meeting facility
Property entrance
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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Bath Road, Longford, West Drayton, England, UB7 0EQ
  • Place, Thorney Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, River Thames
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Airport Bowl
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(123 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(436 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

West Drayton

Heathrow Villages stay.Your stay at this Heathrow Villages hotel places you within 9 miles (15 km) of Windsor Castle and Twickenham Stadium. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Pinewood Studios and Thorpe Park.

What's nearby

  • Thorney Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • River Thames - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Thames Path - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Airport Bowl - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Royal Holloway, University of London - 12 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Station A Station - 6 min drive
  • West Drayton Station - 7 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Plane Food - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wagamama - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Giraffe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

3.5-star hotel in Heathrow Villages
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center, 11 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 5490 square feet (510 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star West Drayton hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 266 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 5490 sq ft of conference space
  • 510 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1968
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offers 266 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. 38-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This West Drayton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 18 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 38-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic 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

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers an airport shuttle service to Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5, via the Heathrow Pod.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 16.50 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 18 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 to the airport?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is 2.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $112, 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 Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5.

How close is Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 to the beach?

This hotel is 15.9 mi (44-min drive) from Ruislip Lido Beach.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.50 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

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

Is there free parking at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 18 per night.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a pool?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 does not have a pool.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a restaurant?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is home to Aviator Sports Restaurant, which features British cuisine.

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 to downtown West Drayton?

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 is 1.7 mi away from West Drayton.

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1419 out of 3439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1146 out of 3439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 540 out of 3439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 177 out of 3439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 157 out of 3439 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean cheap hotel, great bar with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean room, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

N I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location, great value and good evening meal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and lovely staff. Room very comfortable and the restaurant offered fresh food at good price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Guohao

Good hotel for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very pleasant and the room was clean. Great place to stay for the night before the flight.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Petrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, close and easy to get to from the airport. Good for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel good location helpful staff was there early but room was ready easy check in breakfast was very good room was good all round good stay for one night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful room very clean breakfast great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and reasonably priced. Provides an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful , room basic but clean . Restaurant and bar very good and price's very good . Also having use of the pod from hotel to airport terminal very convenient. Would use hotel again .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable room and a good buffet breakfast. So handy for Terminal 5 and the pod is very quick and easy to use
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable room, good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was perfect so easy to get to and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to Heathrow airport and trains to london. Friendly stadf, very clean and well kept rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good comfortable room with great view of Terminal 5 at Heathrow.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for T5
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

SIU LAN SANRY

Liked: Cleanliness
clean and easy check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teppei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is spacious, the access to the airport is good, and there’s a McDonald’s nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Finn Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean room, great amenities. Great location (if you leave from Terminal 5)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Dipankar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mohammad F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room & Bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shawnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for Terminal 5. The pod shuttle made my day! Rooms were clean and reasonably priced. Staff were very helpful and pleasant, but also loved being able to check in via tablet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Not a fancy hotel but comfortable and incredibly convenient for T5.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026