Library Rd, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2TR, United KingdomSee Hotel Details
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Location8.8
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Anonymous User
Standard Double Room
Stay Date Jul 2026
Family
5 Reviews
7.0/10
Posted on Aug 4, 2026
I booked this hotel became my family go to the whipsnade zoo on the following day
The location is absolutely near the bus stop of the ZOO bus to the zoo
The room is clean, only there is no air con
Response from Property: Dear Guest,Thank you for choosing Thistle Express Luton and for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted our convenient location made your visit to Whipsnade Zoo easier and that you found your room clean. We appreciate your comments regarding the lack of air conditioning. While our rooms are not air-conditioned, fans are available on request, subject to availability.We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you and your family back again soon.Kind regards,Khawar.Reception ManagerThistle Express Luton
Guest User
Standard Single Room
Stay Date Jun 2026
Solo traveler
7 Reviews
6.5/10
Posted on Jul 18, 2026
Overall, I had a 7/10 experience at this hotel. The room was clean and comfortable, and the bed was good for sleeping. The staff were polite and helpful throughout my stay. The location was convenient and easy to access. However, the room felt a bit outdated and could use some improvements. The Wi-Fi was inconsistent at times, which was frustrating. The breakfast had decent options but could offer more variety. There was also some noise from outside during the night. Despite these minor issues, I still had a pleasant stay. I would consider staying here again if the room quality and facilities were improved.
Response from Property: Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're pleased to hear that you found your room clean and comfortable, enjoyed a good night's sleep, and appreciated the helpfulness of our team as well as our convenient location.We also appreciate your constructive comments regarding the room condition, Wi-Fi, breakfast variety, and outside noise. Guest feedback like yours is invaluable in helping us identify areas where we can improve, and we'll be sure to share your observations with the relevant teams.We're glad you had a pleasant overall stay and are delighted that you would consider staying with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back and providing an even better experience in the future.
okpc99
Standard Twin Room
Stay Date Jun 2026
Business traveler
96 Reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Jul 4, 2026
Just a few minutes from the train station. I was a bit worried walking to the hotel in the middle of the night after my flight. The hotel is on the second floor of a shopping mall, and once the mall closes at night, you have to go around to the other side to use the stairs to bring your luggage up. I wasn't sure if there was an elevator available late at night. Since it's cool in the UK, the hotel doesn't have air conditioning, but the fan provided was sufficient for the small room. I didn't have time for breakfast, so I can't comment on it.
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Response from Property: Dear Guest,Thank you for sharing your feedback and for your positive rating. We are pleased to hear you found our location convenient and that the room ventilation helped make your stay comfortable.We appreciate your comments regarding late-night access and luggage movement within the building, and we understand how this may have felt less straightforward after a late arrival. Your feedback is valuable and has been noted for review.We hope to welcome you back to Thistle Express Luton in the future.Kind regards,Khawar.Reception TeamThistle Express Luton
Guest User
Standard King Room
Stay Date Apr 2026
Family
1 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on May 29, 2026
We were staying only for one night as early flight from Luton airport. Location is perfect close to the shops and Main Street only few minutes walk from the train station and bus station .
Hotel was lovely for what we’ve paid only thing it was very hot day and night and you don’t have air conditioning in the rooms but at least they give you air cooler
Beds were comfortable only thing I would say is the pillows they are to hard the rest very good . Staff very friendly we’ve been offered early breakfast as we would missed the breakfast due to early checked out so we got lots of croissants 😄😄free hot drinks available at the reception,perfect ! No fridge in the rooms
Response from Property: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for sharing your lovely feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed our convenient location, comfortable beds, friendly team, complimentary hot drinks, and early breakfast arrangement before your flight. We also appreciate your comments regarding the room temperature, pillows, and lack of a fridge, as guest feedback helps us improve. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to . Regards, Khawar. Thistle Express Luton..
Huichiiiiii
Standard Single Room
Stay Date Sep 2026
Solo traveler
6 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Oct 7, 2026
Overall good, the price is fair. The location is good, there is a mall nearby. I had an early flight on the next day and it offers the taxi booking service. It took around 10min from the hotel to the airport. The staff were amazing and they were all very kind and nice.
The room was clean but the shower was not that good (need repair). The biggest problems are the poor soundproofing in the room and the area nearby seems unsafe. There was safety guard 24h so staying inside the hotel is fine. It’s better to not go out during evening by yourself.
Response from Property: Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're pleased to hear that you found our location convenient, with easy access to nearby amenities, and that our taxi booking service helped make your early airport transfer smooth and stress-free. It's also wonderful to know that our team made a positive impression with their kindness and helpfulness, and that you found your room clean and comfortable.We appreciate your comments regarding the shower and will review this with our maintenance team to ensure any necessary repairs are addressed. We're also sorry to learn that noise from outside the room affected your stay, as we understand how important a quiet environment is for our guests. Regarding the surrounding area, we appreciate your observations. Guest safety is a priority for us, and we're glad you felt reassured by our 24-hour security presence.Thank you again for your feedback. We value your comments and hope to welcome you back on a future visit.
Guest User
Standard Double Room
Stay Date Sep 2026
Couple
2 Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Oct 6, 2026
Our experience was very positive. From the moment we arrived, the reception staff were very friendly and spoke to us in Spanish, which we greatly appreciated.
They also offer free coffee at the reception, a simple but very nice touch.
The location is excellent, very close to a large shopping center and right next to one of the city's main transport hubs, with easy access to buses and trains.
The facilities were very clean and well-maintained. Overall, a very comfortable and pleasant stay. We would 100% recommend it.
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Response from Property: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with us.It’s especially lovely to know that you appreciated the warm welcome from our reception team and being able to communicate in Spanish. We’re also glad you enjoyed the complimentary coffee and found our location convenient for shopping and public transport.We’re very pleased that you found our facilities clean and well maintained, and that your overall stay was comfortable and enjoyable. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly hope to welcome you back again soon!
Garabato Gris
Standard Double Room
Stay Date Aug 2026
Business traveler
2 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Sep 27, 2026
The hotel was perfectly adequate for its price. I stayed one night because I had an early flight. The front desk staff were very friendly and helped me with everything I needed. Both check-in and check-out were very fast, the bed was comfortable, the hot water worked, the sheets and towels were clean, and the room was generally clean, though it could have been cleaner.
The room had a bathtub, but it didn't have a stopper, so you couldn't take a bath.
The walls were very thin, and you could hear noise from other rooms, which, depending on your neighbors, could be an inconvenience.
I would definitely stay again.
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Response from Property: Dear Garabato Gris,Thank you for your kind and detailed review. We are delighted that you found our team welcoming, the check-in and check-out efficient, and your room comfortable and clean overall. We also appreciate your helpful comments regarding cleanliness, the bath plug and soundproofing, which we will review with the relevant teams.It is wonderful to hear that you would stay with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back to Thistle Express Luton on your next visit.Kind regards,KhawarReception Manager
Beverley steel
Standard Single Room
Stay Date Aug 2026
Business traveler
15 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Sep 30, 2026
Always a nice stay. Shame about closing the car park. Having to walk to the main road for taxi.
Response from Property: Thank you for your lovely feedback and for staying with us again. We’re delighted to hear you always enjoy your stays. We’re sorry for the inconvenience caused by the car park closure and understand that having to walk to the main road for a taxi was frustrating. We really appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back again soon.Kind RegardsGiovanni Reception Manager
Guest User
Standard Single Room
Stay Date Aug 2026
Business traveler
1 Reviews
3.0/10
Posted on Oct 4, 2026
Hi, CS officer,
Dates: 8-10 Sep 2026
Booking ref: ****************
Property: Thistle Express Luton
I want to raise a complaint about my current stay.
1. There was no shower soap in the room
2. Reception phone '0' was never picked up, every problem have to be raised at front desk.
3. There was frequent loud noise from outside the room during the night, see attached video recording which was recorded around at 3:37am last night.
I am attending a 2 day business conference in Champneys Tring, the stay at your property caused me a lot of discomfort and distress. I expect improvement and compensation
Attached is the email from hotel to send compensation through third party booker, which is Trip.com, please follow up with my compensation from Thistle hotel Luton.
Thanks
Kind regards,
Cheung
Mobile:************
Response from Property: Dear Cheung,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologise for the issues you experienced during your stay with us.We are particularly sorry that the lack of shower soap, difficulty reaching reception by telephone, and the noise disturbance during the night affected your comfort and caused you distress. We understand how important a quiet and comfortable stay is, especially when attending a business conference.Please be assured that your comments have been shared with the relevant teams so that these matters can be reviewed and improvements made. We also understand your concerns regarding compensation and will ensure that your case is followed up appropriately with Trip.com in accordance with the arrangements outlined by the hotel.We truly regret that your experience did not meet the standards we aim to provide, and we appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention.Kind regards,Thistle Express Luton Team
Guest User
Standard Single Room
Stay Date Aug 2026
Booked for others
1 Reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Sep 7, 2026
Not having a drop off point outside the Hotel is a no-no for me. Having to drag a suitcase uphill from the main road to the entrance with a walking stick is no easy feat. I will never return to Thistle Express again because of this.
Response from Property: Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the access to the hotel was challenging and impacted your stay. We understand your frustration, especially when travelling with luggage and mobility difficulties. Your comments have been noted and will be shared with the relevant team as we continually look for ways to improve the guest experience.Kind regards.Khawar.
Old gits
Standard Twin Room
Stay Date Feb 2026
Couple
5 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Mar 7, 2026
Great hotel in centre of town Near to Luton Airport with handy parking Breakfast starts early if you’re flying and there’s a coffee machine when you arrive
Response from Property: thank you for your review. It's lovely to see that you enjoyed all aspects of your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back soon. Thank you for choosing the Thistle Express Luton.
Jonty L
Standard Twin Room
Stay Date Aug 2026
Traveling with friends
4 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Sep 16, 2026
Ideally situated in the heart of Luton , less than a ten minute walk from the railway station. Rooms are a good size and the breakfast in the morning is of decent quality - an ideal base for an overnight stay if you are flying from Luton Airport or travelling into the capital
Response from Property: Dear Guest, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are pleased to hear that our hotel’s location is ideal for your plans in Luton, with the railway station within a short walk, and that you found your room a good size. We are also glad that breakfast met your expectations in terms of quality, providing a comfortable start for your journey. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again for your next overnight stay, whether for travel from Luton Airport or for trips into London.
Guest User
Family Room
Stay Date Aug 2026
Family
2 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Sep 2, 2026
Easy quick check in which is great 👍🏻
Facilities very good love the complimentary tea and coffee good touch 👌
Response from Property: Dear Guest,Thank you for your lovely feedback and for choosing Thistle Express Luton. We’re delighted you enjoyed our quick check-in and complimentary tea and coffee facilities. It’s wonderful to know these touches made your stay more convenient.We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!Kind regards,KhawarThistle Express Luton
Ryan’s adventures
Standard Single Room
Stay Date Apr 2026
Solo traveler
2 Reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on May 28, 2026
Nice place to stay, next to the town centre
Response from Property: Dear Ryan’s Adventures,Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated our convenient location next to the town centre.We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back to Thistle Express Luton again soon.Kind regards,Khawar.Reception TeamThistle Express Luton
Guest User
Standard Twin Room
Stay Date Jul 2026
Couple
8 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Aug 29, 2026
From the outside this Hotel looks worn and is Gated / closed off - so you have to walk up to Entrance. But it’s a short ride from Airport and is in centre of Luton. Shower Hot. Room well finished. The Chirch bells are nice. Breakfast passable for 10 pounds.
Response from Property: 访客From CtripSourceEstablishmentThistle Express LutonDate29 Aug 2026LanguageEnglishOverall4.5/5Score90%ReviewFrom the outside this Hotel looks worn...From the outside this Hotel looks worn and is Gated / closed off - so you have to walk up to Entrance. But it’s a short ride from Airport and is in centre of Luton. Shower Hot. Room well finished. The Chirch bells are nice. Breakfast passable for 10 poundsKind regardsKhawar.Reception Team.