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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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Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 16.50 per person) - Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 (West Drayton)
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Lobby lounge - Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 (West Drayton)
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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available

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
$67 nightly
The total price is $80
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

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
(92 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • 183 sq ft
  • 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
(325 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 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
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Espresso maker
  • 183 sq ft
  • 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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 182 sq ft
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 431 sq ft
  • 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 - 4.3 km
  • Windsor Castle - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Twickenham Stadium - 24 min drive - 25.3 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
  • ‪Wagamama - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5

When you stay 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.

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

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

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Airport
Restaurant
Bed
Food
Bathroom
Elevator
Location
Bus

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great, with plenty of choices and delicious food. (66 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle, or "Pod" system, is a convenient and quick transportation option to and from the airport. (63 reviews)
  • The restaurant and bar served good food and were reasonably priced with a convenient location. (25 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Clean room and friendly staff
Melani Arsanti Arifin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and easy check in
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

good room, very comfortable bed. Bar and restaurant very good.
Shelden, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Thistle was comfortable and ideally located for the airport with a good selection of bar food provided.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very professional and informative about our stay and what was available to us ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Would highly recommend.
Karin, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel was clean but very basic. Very handy location for terminal 5 with a regular bus route outside.
Kirsty, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Looks like it’s been recently refurbished. Was clean, tidy and well priced. Very helpful staff. Would stay here again.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location with easy access to Heathrow T5. Very good facilities and bar and restaurant very pleasant with views of the runways. All staff very helpful.
Sian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clea, staff nice, very friendly, vlise to airport and cheap.
Tina-marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very polite and helpful staff . I had a little issue in my room but it was dealt very quickly! Great value for money and convenient location.
Fabio, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room and courteous staff. Room small but bed comfortable. Good location for terminal 5
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Excellent as always our go to hotel when flying from Heathrow.Friendly and helpful staff nice restaurant
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient, reasonably priced hotel, perfect for an overnight stay before a morning flight from terminal 5. I would stay here again
Christopher, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Used for a quick overnight stop whilst transferring through Heathrow. Quick and easy check-in and room was decent if a little dated. Bed comfortable for a decent nights sleep.....only downside is the cost of the POD shuttle to get there and back!
dean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very kind and professional front of house staff at check-in. Convenient location for early flights from Heathrow 5
IAIA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel has all the needed amenities, and is located very close to the airport and other forms of transportation
Arun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A short bus or pod ride from Terminal 5 in a lovely quiet location. As I was there mid afternoon it was great to have somewhere to go for a walk
Debra, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Very shabby hotel, poor restaurant, close to terminal 5 is the only plus point.
nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in easy, nice clean room, comfortable bed, my only issue is the service charge at the bar, personally i dont think it shoulf be ont
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, coffee/tea maker in room worked well, very quiet room especially since located by a busy runway. I would recommend to others. Nothing fancy but well worth the price. I would stay here again without question.
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best view

The room was really nice and the bed was a queen and huge and very comfortable. It has a great shower and all body wash and conditioner. Loved the different teas in the room and shortbread biscuits. The restaurant and bar staff are lovely and the bar food is great. I best part is watching the planes on the runway while having breakfast.
Carol, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good facilities. Restaurant, bar, seperate lounge, shop and costa coffee machine. Friendly reception staff. Quiet hotel. Pod price is expensive but easy to use
Kerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and cozy rooms. Breakfast and restaurant food was delicious
Graciela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would recommend for LHR stay

Good hotel, nice view of runway, good bar and food and good breakfast. Hotel has a good atmosphere. Only down point is no lift so carry bags up stairs and the numbering of rooms!
J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel overlooked Heathrow runway. Nice friendly staff. Food lovely and sat watching the planes with a beer.
Christopher, 1-night trip