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Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley

4.0 of 5
Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2SD, England (Covent Garden)
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013
ABRDF Shropshire
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Shropshire
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36 reviews 36 reviews
28 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

I stopped here on a Sunday evening so the hotel appeared very quiet. Its in an excellent location in Bloomsbury. The room was good with a very comfortable bed with a nice modern bathroom. I would have had breakfast but they only start service from 7am on weekdays and I need to be on the tube by that time to... More

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Lavenham, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

We have been taking short breaks in London two or three times a year and have generally stayed in different hotels, hoping to find one which was comfortable, convenient, not too large and where we felt welcomed by staff. We discovered The Kingsley two years ago and have returned each time because we feel comfortable there and staff are always... More

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Glendale, California
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127 reviews 127 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

We very much enjoyed our week-long stay, although the rooms were tiny, we looked out to a wall, and we had to ask for face cloths every day. The hotel provides a generous buffet breakfast included in the price of the room. The staff was very friendly and courteous, but many were young and not well trained. We were not... More

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Athens
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27 reviews 27 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

A good hotel well placed for London City and Covent Garden/Theatre land. The staff are more than helpful and very friendly. the basic pillows are poor, but you can request other pillows at no extra cost. The good news is that they now offer free wi-fi for hotel guests

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Paul K, General Manager at Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your feedback, Im glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that the team looked after you. As you mention the hotel does have a range of pillows, so if you would prefer a different type of pillow just let us know. I look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the... More

Southampton, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Excellent Service - staff could not do more for you! Wonderful breakfast. Clean rooms with lovely beds. Busy London location but inside its lovely. Would stay again and recommend. Lovely deco (very modern) and lift saving your legs from all the stairs!

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Paul K, General Manager at Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your feedback, Im glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that the team looked after you. I look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the near future. Kind regards Paul Knightley General Manager The Kingsley by Thistle More

Stavanger, Norway
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30 reviews 30 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

This hotel has a great location. Close to everything, the british museum is just a few blocks away and Oxford street is nearby as well. Breakfast was excellent and very good service buy the employees. Rooms are clean and tasteful, but a bit narrow. They charge you for late check out, which is not something I have experienced before. Overall... More

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Paul K, General Manager at Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your feedback, Im glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that the team looked after you. I look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the near future. Kind regards Paul Knightley General Manager The Kingsley by Thistle More

cardiff
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

My Husband and I stayed here as part of a birthday gift I had received from family. We stayed for 1 night on the 27th May. We had tickets to see Stomp and this hotel is within perfect walking distance to a number of the theaters as well as Soho, Covent Garden and Oxford Street, plus 2 tube stations should... More

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Paul K, General Manager at Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your feedback, Im glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that Sergio and the rest of the team looked after you. I look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the near future. Kind regards Paul Knightley General Manager The Kingsley by Thistle More

London
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

We recently stayed at the Kingsley and had a wonderful stay. The room was really lovely, the staff couldn't have been friendlier and the location was perfect for so many places - we will be back! Thanks

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Paul K, General Manager at Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your feedback, Im glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that the team looked after you. I look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the near future. Kind regards Paul Knightley General Manager The Kingsley by Thistle More

Ensenada, Mexico
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

First time in London, walking distance to Coven Garden, Soho, two tube stations, very nice rooms, we got there before check in and they gave us a nice room. The hotel is small but I think that's the way hotels are in London, the room was spacious enough and very modern and chic. The bed was very comfortable. I definitely... More

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Paul K, General Manager at Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your feedback, Im glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that the team looked after you. I look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the near future. Kind regards Paul Knightley General Manager The Kingsley by Thistle More

Reykjavik, Iceland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

We stayed for 4 nights a mix of business and vacation. The rooms are fairly small, but very clean and well kept. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel is very convenient to dining (Soho) and shopping (Oxford Street)

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Paul K, General Manager at Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your feedback, Im glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and that the team looked after you. With regards to bedroom size due to the age of the building this does vary from room to room, however we do have 11 Junior Suites which are available at a premium. I look forward to welcoming... More

 
 
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Also Known As:
The Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
The Kingsley By Thistle Hotel
Kingsley By Thistle London
Thistle Bloomsbury
Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
Address: Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2SD, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > London > Covent Garden
Amenities:
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Hotel Style:
#52 Family Hotels in London
#63 Luxury Hotels in London
#129 Business Hotels in London
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Following a recent extensive £10 million restoration and refurbishment program at the hotel, every area of the hotel has been transformed – our bedrooms have been completely modernised with a contemporary design and vibrant soft furnishings. Our public areas reflect the new contemporary style but retain elements of the hotel’s traditional Edwardian features. London landmarks like the British Museum and Covent Garden and Oxford Street are within easy walking distance. Just five minutes from Holborn and Tottenham Court Road Tube Stations. ... more   less 
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