Along with self parking, this smoke-free hotel has coffee/tea in a common area and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a front desk safe and multilingual staff assistance.
Thistle Express London Luton offers 152 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 40-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Thistle Express London Luton's central location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Luton Mall. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus breakfast (surcharge) and self-parking (surcharge).
Free WiFi
English breakfast served daily for a fee
Self-parking available for a fee
Amenities include a front desk safe, multilingual staff and a lift
Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the clean guestrooms
Steps from Luton Mall and Cineworld Luton
As a guest of Thistle Express London Luton, you'll find multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
This 3-star Luton hotel is smoke free.
For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Uncovered parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
Food and drink
English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 9.95 per person
Coffee and tea in common areas
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in room
Well-lit path to entrance
More
7 floors
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch smart TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
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Desk
Fan
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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
For Sat Nav please enter postcode LU1 2PA.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
Payment types at the property
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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 per person
Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 15.00 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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after 11:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Property is also known as
Thistle Express Luton Hotel
Thistle Express Hotel
Thistle Express
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel
Thistle Express London Luton Luton
Thistle Express London Luton Hotel Luton
Thistle Express London Luton Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 1337 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1337 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1337 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1337 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 1337 reviews
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Hasmita
9 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great, more vegetarian options for breakfast would be welcome.
Hasmita
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Dave
8 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fairly priced, clean enough room no frills. Area is horrendously bad though. You wouldyour daughter walk out solo in the day. At night
The reception manager was incredible, really helpful even though my check in was very late. Kind snd courteous after a long night of me working
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Maria
Travelled with family
7 Dec 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was dated. Many things broken (lampshade, bits of the bathroom door etc ) Not at the standard expected for a Thistle hotel at all, even for a 'express' one.
Very quick and easy check in, a nice room, everything was working. We only needed it for an overnight stay to get to Luton Airport in the morning so left before the breakfast. There is a very good Chinse buffet nearby - greatly recommended.
It was a nice and sweet stay at a very reasonable price, thanks to Expedia offer.
Didn't go there. Stayed there the night before going on hols. It was awful. Got to room. There was poo in toilet. Coffee machine was dirty and used pods let in it. Dirty sheets. Parking stated on thistle website £10 parking,was charged £15,So didnt want to go back there.
Very poor room - very cold as windows has been left open and also did not smell good at all (smelt like urine). The area around the hotel also a bit unpleasant at night. Did not stay long enough to sample the breakfast. Would not stay again.