Vacation packages
Stays
Cars
Flights
Support
AARP Member Savings
My Trips
AARP.org
Join
Renew

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Tower of London

Choose dates to view prices

The Tower Hotel, London offers a warm welcome near the iconic Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast. Enjoy local and international cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants, relax by the firepit on the terrace, or take advantage of in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about this hotel's dining options and central location.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 25 of 25 rooms

View all photos for Suite

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Executive Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(224 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(364 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(306 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room, with Bridge View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(145 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Sleeper Double Room

Sleeper Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Sleeper Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(126 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Smart TV
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Double, with Bridge View

Executive Double, with Bridge View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double, with Bridge View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(93 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Double Limited View

Standard Double Limited View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Limited View

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Limited View

Standard Twin Limited View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Limited View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Sleeper Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sleeper Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Double Limited View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Limited View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Twin Limited View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Limited View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Twin Room With Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room With Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Executive Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room with Tower Bridge View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Family Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

You may also like

Ad
Lobby lounge

London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

About the neighborhood

Map
St Katharine's Way, London, England, E1W 1LD

What's nearby

  • Tower Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tower of London - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • HMS Belfast - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Shard - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • London Bridge - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tower Hill Station - 7 min walk
  • Fenchurch Street Station - 10 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dickens Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Wharf Chop House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vicinity - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

Upscale hotel near Tower of London
Located close to Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast, The Tower Hotel, by Thistle provides a terrace, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, light fare, and local and international cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, meeting rooms, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast, and central location
Room features
All 801 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, quiet rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Serves lunch and dinner

President Hotel

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 4,178 reviews
President Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 29 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 21.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Starbucks
  • The Lawn
  • Vicinity
  • VU from the Tower

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 12 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1973
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 21.50 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 29 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Guoman hotel Tower
hotel Tower Guoman
Tower Guoman
Tower Guoman hotel
Tower Guoman hotel London
Tower Guoman London
Tower hotel Guoman
Tower Hotel London
Tower Hotel
The Tower Hotel London
The Tower London, England
London The Tower
The Tower Hotel
The Tower Hotel London
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle London
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Self parking is available for GBP 29 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

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

What time is check-out at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tower Hotel, by Thistle located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is steps from Tower of London and Tower Bridge. HMS Belfast and The Shard are also within 1 mi (2 km). Tower Hill Station is 7 minutes by foot and Tower Gateway DLR Station is 8 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4041 out of 8550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2403 out of 8550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1226 out of 8550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 499 out of 8550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 381 out of 8550 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable bed, fantastic view from hotel and attentive staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in an absolutely amazing location. Enjoyed my stay very much. Will definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view, location, breakfast, and friendly staff! Excellent hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast staff was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room / Staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room easy check-in and check out conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

paulina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property have an amazing view, the 2 restaurants are good specially and the service there is great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay, dining was good. Easy to walk to river walk
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Had an amazing time in London and it was made so much better by staying in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, clean room, and very nice and helpful staff!! Thank you for making our London trip that much better!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the rooms were great! Tower bridge is right outside the door!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful palce to stay, everything you need right outside the door 100% in on this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location right next to Tower of London. Very comfortable room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff. Well appointed rooms but smaller size
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes...everyone from management to staff were friendly / professional
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding staff at an outstanding/historical location. Very profession and helpful staff. We will return for another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a dream location for our London visit. The setting itself was awesome and so close to famous London landmarks. There was easy access to the Tube.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish there were more areas for shopping and more restaurants closer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn't have a car.. went on the taxi boat. Easy access to where we were going beautiful. hotel. Staff very helpful. Will stay here again.x
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos Giovani Cruz

No parking was needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, beautiful view from our room. Only downside was the A/C was non working, but windows opened and provided an okay breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

  • † More information about the $50 gift card with flight package benefit may be found at: https://www.expedia-aarp.com/lp/b/vacationpackages50prepaid

  • English Copyright 1995 – 2025. All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Expedia User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Expedia pays a royalty fee to AARP for the use of AARP’s intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. All goods or services and discounts offered via the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia ®, are provided by third-party suppliers. AARP and its affiliates do not endorse and are not responsible for the goods or services and discounts made available on this site. Offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia® directly for full details. AARP and its affiliates are not insurers.