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About the Hotel

The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR

Rooms at Thistle Express

Thistle Express London Luton has 152 bedrooms with singles, doubles, and twins. Rooms include a Hypnos bed, a smart TV, a hairdryer, ironing facilities, and a safe. Private bathrooms have shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Rooms have free Wi-Fi. The Family Room includes a double bed and a sofa bed, accommodating up to three people.

Food and Drink

A complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. The restaurant provides an imaginative menu with classic British food and continental cuisine. Guests can enjoy unlimited tea and coffee in the lounge area.

Leisure and Services

Thistle Express London Luton offers laundry facilities and a bar. The property has a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. This is a smoke-free hotel. Public parking costs GBP 10 per day. There are 16 parking spaces. Parking is accessed via Guildford Street and is payable on arrival on a first come, first serve basis.

Location Near Luton Airport

Thistle Express London Luton is located in the heart of Luton, 5 km from London Luton Airport. The hotel is within a 5-minute drive of the University of Bedfordshire and Stockwood Discovery Centre. The University of Bedfordshire is a 10-minute walk away. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chiltern Hills and Sundon Hills Country Park. The Mall Luton is 0.5 km away.

Nearby Conveniences

The shopping mall is a few minutes' walk and offers a cinema, shops, and restaurants. Follow the sign for TK MAXX. Nearby landmarks include Luton Hoo Memorial Park (2 km away), Stockwood Park (2.5 km away), and Someries Castle (3 km away).

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The hotel offers rooms of different types and facilities suitable for every traveler
Single Room
2 persons
11 m² 
1 Single bed
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Double Room
2 persons
11 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
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Twin Room
2 persons
11 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
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Family Room
2 persons
23 m² 
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Getting around

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City Centre
Luton (Bedfordshire)200 m
Airports
London Luton (LTN) 3.8 km
London Heathrow (LHR) 57.7 km
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Airport hotels designed with facilities that ensure convenience and comfort

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR
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The Mall, Library Road, Luton (Bedfordshire), United Kingdom, LU1 2TR
Nearby
Church
St Mary's Church
470 m
Luton Borough Council Town Hall
Luton Town Hall
520 m
St George Street Luton Town Hall
Luton War Memorial
600 m
Park St
Vauxhall Heritage Centre
440 m
Restaurants
Luton Kebab House
20 m
51 Guildford St
The Engine
130 m
The Engine 43 Bute Street
The White House
350 m
The Galaxy 1 Bridge Street Galaxy Centre
German Doner Kebab
490 m
57-59 George Street
Subway
560 m
37 George Street
Tasty Fried Chicken
400 m
21 Manchester Street
Thai Bites
410 m
Luton Market
Pepes piri piri Luton
560 m
6-8 Chapel Street
Off the Wall
700 m
6-8 Park Street
The Red Lion Luton Pub
640 m
Castle Street
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