Thistle Barbican Shoreditch, London ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

120 Central Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 8DS

Thistle Barbican Shoreditch is situated in a historic area that once served a large tobacco complex. This hotel is equipped with modern amenities and offers a unique blend of comfort and style. Located near the vibrant neighborhoods of East London, guests can easily explore local attractions. Its proximity to major transport hubs makes it an accessible choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Location

The hotel is strategically located near Central London’s artistic hubs and business centers. Guests can easily reach local attractions, such as the Museum of London and Shoreditch’s dynamic nightlife. Accessible transport links include Old Street and Barbican underground stations, which provide straightforward connections to other areas in London and beyond.

Rooms

The hotel features 463 en-suite rooms that prioritize comfort and practicality. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen LCD TV with Freeview for entertainment. Guests will find thoughtful amenities like mini-bars, complimentary mineral water, and fast, free unlimited Wi-Fi. Special family rooms include multiple beds, catering to visitors traveling with children.

Eat & Drink

120 Central Brasserie offers a variety of classic British and European dishes in a sophisticated yet casual setting. A sports bar called RE:PLAY is available, featuring large screens and private booths for an enjoyable experience. Guests can indulge in bar snacks, loaded burgers, and other comfort food items. The hotel also focuses on providing convenient options for both breakfast and after-work refreshments.

Leisure & Business

Thistle Barbican provides a well-rounded experience with its Otium Health & Leisure Club. This facility features an indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, and steam room for relaxation. The hotel also hosts a number of versatile event spaces that can accommodate various functions, from small meetings to grand banquets. Each meeting room is equipped with technology to ensure successful engagements.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive King Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Coffee machine

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Standard Room with 1 Single Bed

Max:

1 person

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Getting around

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City Center

London 1.9 mi

Airports

London City (LCY) 7.8 mi

London Heathrow (LHR) 19.8 mi

Train

Old Street Station2300 ft

London Liverpool Street5000 ft

Metro stations

Old Street Tube2300 ft

Bus

Bus stop3300 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Immaculate Accommodations

My room was immaculate and wonderfully comfortable, providing the best night's sleep I've had in ages.view full review

Exceptional Facilities

The bath and shower facilities were exceptional, truly enhancing my comfort during the stay.view full review

Stylish Ambiance

I loved the nice color scheme and artistic pictures in the room, which created a relaxing atmosphere.view full review

Comfy Rest

The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring I woke up refreshed and ready for the day.view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Air conditioning in public areas
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym
Tubing
Fitness studio

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Valet parking
24-hour room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Wedding services
Wake up service
Newspaper service

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Coffee/Tea in lobby
Buffet breakfast

Business

Business center

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
In-room air conditioning
Heating
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bath/ Shower
Hair dryer
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
Paid movies
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

120 Central Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 8DS

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120 Central Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1V 8DS

City landmarks

Museums

The British Museum

1.4 mi

Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building

Coca-Cola London Eye

1.9 mi

Castle

Tower of London

1.6 mi

Market

Borough Market

1.5 mi

Harbor

Tower Bridge

1.8 mi

Gallery

Tate Modern

1.4 mi

Square

Trafalgar Square

1.9 mi

Museums

National Gallery

1.9 mi

Parks

Sky Garden

1.2 mi

Garden

Buckingham Palace

2.7 mi

Church

St Paul's Cathedral

1.1 mi

Opera House

Covent Garden

1.5 mi

Museums

Museum of London

4200 ft

Bridges

London Bridge

1.4 mi

Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament

Big Ben

2.2 mi

Square

Piccadilly Circus

2.0 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Monument Tube

1.3 mi

Mosque

Brick Lane

1.5 mi

Gallery

Barbican Centre Tube

3400 ft

Museums

London Transport Museum

1.5 mi

Bloomsbury

Gordon Square

1.5 mi

Broadway Theatre

Shakespeare's Globe

1.3 mi

Church

Westminster Abbey

2.3 mi

Stadiums

Emirates Stadium

2.0 mi

Farringdon Tube

3600 ft

The Shard 32 London Bridge Street

The Shard

1.6 mi

32 London Bridge St

The View from The Shard

1.6 mi

Marylebone Rd

Madame Tussauds London

2.5 mi

Libraries

British Library

1.3 mi

Public Building

Central Criminal Court

1.0 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Victoria Miro

1800 ft

Restaurants

Central Street Cafe

500 ft

St. Lukes 90 Central Street

Kennedys OF Goswell Road

1200 ft

184-186 Goswell Road

Fast Break

1600 ft

113 Old Street

Mcdonald's Restaurant

1500 ft

241 City Road

Goswell Road Coffee

1300 ft

160-164 Goswell Road

Aquila Cafe

1200 ft

214 City Road

La Lampara

1200 ft

216 City Road

Shepherdess Cafe

1400 ft

221 City Road

Central Cafe

1600 ft

113 Old Street Islington

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Great service

Room noise

Limited dining space

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

6.3

Location

7.3

Service

8.0

Dining

7.0

3/5 based on 4545 review

#685 of 1,157 hotels in London based on Tripadvisor

Lucy

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.2/10

The hotel offers small but clean rooms with daily coffee/tea refills. However, a late-night noise disturbance required a room change. The location is ideal for exploring London attractions, though a bit far from Old Street Station. The dining experience is decent but can be crowded at times. Overall, a comfortable stay with minor inconveniences.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are small but adequate and kept clean. The daily coffee/tea refill is a nice touch.

Service

8.0

The staff is friendly and accommodating, especially Laura at the reception. Despite the noise issue, they helped make my wife's Birthday special.

Location

8.0

The hotel's central location is convenient for exploring London, but a bit far from public transport hubs. Close to dining options like Breddos for a great meal.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average with a decent variety but can get crowded. Confusion about payment for breakfast was a downside.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities like the swimming pool and gym are ok. The value for money is reasonable considering the location and amenities.

Derek

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.6/10

The hotel had spacious rooms that comfortably accommodated us. While the cleanliness and comfort were lacking compared to other Thistle hotels we've stayed at, the check-in was delayed even though we requested an early check-in. The room was small and not as clean and comfortable as expected.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were fine, but quite small and possibly not the most clean and comfortable one.

Service

7.0

The service was, for the most part, not very knowledgeable but had one exception. The staff were kind and attentive. We felt a bit confused during breakfast as the staff weren't clear about the location of items. However, they were so nice and kind, making my birthday special.

Location

6.0

The hotel was further from Kings Cross than I anticipated, but it was convenient with a 10-minute walk to the tube station and easy access to Oxford Street for shopping.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, with a variety of options including fresh fruit, cereals, and hot choices. The staff was friendly and the food was well-priced.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory with Old Street & Barbican U/G train stations at walking distances.

Wayne

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located for city access and public transport. Rooms were clean but showed signs of aging, and I had to request a room change due to noise issues. The service was exceptional, with attentive and kind staff. Dining was good, but sometimes crowded leading to short waits. The breakfast, however, offered great choices for an extra charge. The location is ideal for exploring the city, but some old rooms may have maintenance issues. Value for money is fair considering the services provided.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean but showed signs of aging, and had noise disturbances initially.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional with attentive and kind staff, especially helpful to my partner in a time of need.

Location

8.0

The location is ideal for city access and exploring various areas easily.

Dining

7.0

Dining was good with a variety of options, but sometimes busy causing short delays.