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Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

3.5 star property
West Drayton hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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With a prime location close to Windsor Castle, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offers an inviting atmosphere. Savor British cuisine at the Aviator Sports Restaurant or relax with a coffee in the cafe. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and take advantage of concierge services during your stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
The current price is CNY454
CNY545 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

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

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

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

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

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

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

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Bath Road, Longford, West Drayton, England, UB7 0EQ

What's nearby

  • Thorney Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Windsor Castle - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Thorpe Park - 12 min drive - 16.2 km
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 14 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Hampton Court Palace - 24 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 12 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 40 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 44 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 45 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 67 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 83 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 97 min drive
  • West Drayton Station - 7 min drive
  • Staines Station - 7 min drive
  • Heathrow Terminal 5 Station - 29 min walk
  • Station A Station - 23 min walk
  • Station B Station - 25 min walk

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

At Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Windsor Castle and LEGOLAND® Windsor. The lobby lounge is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Aviator Sports Restaurant, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 266 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 18 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Bed rails
  • Corner guards

Working away

  • Business center
  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center (5490 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1968
  • Terrace
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 38-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Energy-saving switches

Special features

Dining

Aviator Sports Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Lobby Lounge - This lobby lounge serves light fare only. Open daily.
Aviator Sports Bar - This bar specializes in British cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in ECOsmart, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.50 per person

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs GBP 18 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Heathrow Thistle
London Thistle Heathrow
Thistle Heathrow
Thistle Heathrow London
Thistle London
Thistle London Heathrow
Thistle London Hotel
Thistle London Hotel Heathrow
Thistle London Heathrow Hotel West Drayton, Greater London
Thistle London Heathrow West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow T5 Hotel West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow T5 Hotel
Thistle London Heathrow T5 West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow T5
Thistle London Heathrow T5
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Hotel
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Hotel West Drayton

Frequently asked questions

Does Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 18 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Windsor Castle (6.6 mi) and Twickenham Stadium (7.5 mi), along with Pinewood Studios (7.7 mi) and Thorpe Park (7.7 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5?

Yes, Aviator Sports Restaurant offers British cuisine.

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Reviews

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, great, and spectacularly good with a wide range of options. (85 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle, specifically the pod service, was convenient, fun, and efficient, making it a great way to travel to and from the terminal. (75 reviews)
  • The restaurant and bar offered good food at reasonable prices with convenient dining options and a pleasant atmosphere. (29 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

4/10 Fair

The breakfast was good fresh and hot
Nicola, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was ok, could be more choices... great hotel and comfy beds.
Radovan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pre flight stay in hotel close to T5, hotel a bit dated but price is still good and reflects age of property. Nice bar and restaurant with good selection of food. Definitely stay again
Jerry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean cheap hotel, great bar with friendly staff.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Pod is so easy to use, straight into T5, room spotless and cosy Evening meal good value Breakfast outstanding Recommended it
John, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Nice hotel, bit tired but very convenient if you park in the pod parking for terminal five Heathrow
Cara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, great value and good evening meal
N I, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to get to terminal 5 by tram. Good food and staff friendly
Sallyanne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient for airport
Tracy, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Adequate for rest/sleep during a layover between flights
Hal, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient if you take the heathrow pod to the hotel from terminal 5. The facility is older but very clean and the restaurant/bar is very convenient. The bed was comfortable and clean bathroom. I didn't have the breakfast but nice that they offered it. Price was very reasonable and very friendly staff.
Evelyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, close and easy to get to from the airport. Good for an overnight stay.
Petrine, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Handy for early morning flight with access to public bus to the terminal (5)
Emma, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very convenient location close to T5 and the pod transfer is easy but expensive for such a short trip. The room was comfortable and big enough for an overnight stay. Bathroom and furniture was old but worked ok. Very cheap for an airport hotel and would stay again.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms have had a massive update and are fresh and brighter which had been a wonderful experience also.
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable room and a good buffet breakfast. So handy for Terminal 5 and the pod is very quick and easy to use
Christine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, comfy bed
richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable room, good shower.
Frances, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good comfortable room with great view of Terminal 5 at Heathrow.
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely ideal for an early Trerminal 5 departure.
Gillian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was wonderful room very clean breakfast great!
Tisha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was great, staff were friendly! But make sure to buy it as an add-in when you book your room. If you are paying for it separately in the morning, it will be marked up significantly.
pavan karthik, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Shawnna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

clean and easy check in and check out
SIU LAN SANRY, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent overall
graham, 1-night trip