Bath Road, Longford, West Drayton, England, UB7 0EQ
What's nearby
Windsor Castle - 11 min drive
Pinewood Studios - 12 min drive
LEGOLAND® Windsor - 13 min drive
Thorpe Park - 14 min drive
Twickenham Stadium - 16 min drive
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
Giraffe - Heathrow - 8 min drive
Gordon Ramsay Plane Food - 7 min drive
BA Galleries Club Lounge North - 8 min drive
Pret a Manger - 8 min drive
Wagamama - 8 min drive
About this property
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5
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.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
This property offers an airport shuttle service to Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5, via the Heathrow Pod.
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
Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 18 per night)
On-site parking is limited
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 15 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 fire extinguisher, 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.
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
Heathrow Thistle
London Thistle Heathrow
Thistle Heathrow
Thistle Heathrow London
Thistle London
Thistle London Heathrow
Thistle London Hotel
Thistle London Hotel Heathrow
Thistle London Heathrow Hotel West Drayton, Greater London
Thistle London Heathrow West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow T5 Hotel West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow T5 Hotel
Thistle London Heathrow T5 West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow T5
Thistle London Heathrow T5
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Hotel
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 West Drayton
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Hotel West Drayton
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.
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
28 January 2025
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 January 2025
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 January 2025
Don’t pay for the Pods
There’s only one door to get through to get to the pods and the code for that is #4545#
Even if they change the code there’s no need to pay “per person” just pay for one person and sneak everyone else through, or go through the gate when someone else is, no one will stop you.
Also there isn’t a lift at the hotel so ask for a room on the ground floor.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
Stayed here overnight for an early flight. The room was clean and comfortable and was exactly what we expected. There is no drinking water provided in the rooms and the price at their kiosk is a bit extortionate but otherwise the hotel is as you’d expect for an airport hotel.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
Shantiv
Shantiv, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
Early flight stopover
Stopover pre trip to Rome. We received a warm welcome, the room was well equipped and comfortable.
Restaurant and bar were both very good and reasonably priced.
The piece de la resistance was the pods to T5, fast efficient and much cheaper than a taxi. I can’t believe they are not mentioned in the hotel description.
Thoroughly recommended
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 January 2025
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
22 January 2025
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2025
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
22 January 2025
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2025
Our best visit so far
This is the 3rd time we have stayed at the Thistle and by far the best. We stayed in room 672 which is a suite and was huge, with 2 separate rooms and decent bathrooms. We ate in the bar but didn't go for the breakfast. And of course, the viewing area for the airport was fully open allowing us to spot planes, which is why we visited the hotel
Richard
Richard, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2025
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
21 January 2025
NO HOT WATER AT THE HOTEL
I stayed at this property and when I went to shower we did not have any hot water.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 January 2025
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 January 2025
A good pre flight hotel stopover
Overnight pre flight stay
Excellent view of airport from restaurant and bar
Friendly staff
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
20 January 2025
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
Mmmm
Nice stay but very expensive for the pods and the shop in reception is ao over priced
Natalie
Natalie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
Easy stay
Comfortable
Gamal
Gamal, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2025
Great for overnight stay
Great hotel for overnight stay when flying the following morning. Particularly like the runway view from the bar and restaurant, ample car parking and quietness of the room
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
17 January 2025
Tired but mostly good
My room still had an empty wine bottle by the bed from the guest before, the bathroom door was 2cm from the toilet and was very small.
The bed was clean and comfy
This hotel never has plugs by the bed
Service is amazing
Food crazy expensive but tastes good
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
17 January 2025
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 January 2025
GRAHAM
GRAHAM, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 January 2025
Perfect for overnight stay
Overnight stay catching plane early next morning, like option of pod transport.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 January 2025
No shuttle
Stayed for one night before returning to United States. Room was large and clean and comfortable. Very long hallways and walk from reception to room. Could be hard for low mobility. Did not find the pub very friendly. They have the monorail to terminal 5 only. I ended up taking an Uber to my terminal.