With a prime location close to Windsor Castle, Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 offers an inviting atmosphere. Savor British cuisine at the Aviator Sports Restaurant or relax with a coffee in the cafe. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and take advantage of concierge services during your stay.
Bath Road, Longford, West Drayton, England, UB7 0EQ
What's nearby
Pinewood Studios - 8 min drive - 12.1 km
Thorpe Park - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
Windsor Castle - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
LEGOLAND® Windsor - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
Twickenham Stadium - 16 min drive - 11.6 km
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
Gordon Ramsay Plane Food - 6 min drive
Costa Coffee - 7 min drive
Wagamama - 7 min drive
Giraffe - 7 min drive
Pret A Manger - 7 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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
266 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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.
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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
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Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 18 per night)
Onsite parking limited
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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 16.50 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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.
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Reviews
Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5 Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
4.0
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.6
Eco-friendliness
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was great, with a good range of food and a great value. (62 reviews)
The airport shuttle, specifically the "Pod" transportation, was a convenient and quick way to travel to and from the terminal. (59 reviews)
The restaurant served good food and was a convenient option with a lovely view of planes taking off. (21 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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Bus
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2025
Well located hotel, does what it says in the tin.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
Good location
Irene
Irene, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2025
Fine for a 1 night stay and convenient for T5
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
Very kind and professional front of house staff at check-in.
Convenient location for early flights from Heathrow 5
IAIA
IAIA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Excellent stay
Excellent as always our go to hotel when flying from Heathrow.Friendly and helpful staff nice restaurant
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
A short bus or pod ride from Terminal 5 in a lovely quiet location. As I was there mid afternoon it was great to have somewhere to go for a walk
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 17, 2025
Good airport hotel
Very convenient access from terminal 5 by using the PODs to get there & back from the terminals. Great for an overnight stay before an early flight the next day.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 22, 2025
Very shabby hotel, poor restaurant, close to terminal 5 is the only plus point.
nicholas
nicholas, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 5, 2025
Just needed a hotel to stay for the night as I had a very early flight out of Terminal 5. Hotel was serviceable but nothing special.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2025
Good hotel, great service and excellent breakfast.
Good service by all the staff, amazing views of the runway and excellent breakfast. Ample of parking and the location is great as well so all in all very good.
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Would recommend for LHR stay
Good hotel, nice view of runway, good bar and food and good breakfast. Hotel has a good atmosphere. Only down point is no lift so carry bags up stairs and the numbering of rooms!
J
J, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2025
Fab hotel to plane spot
Great hotel. Excellent airport viewing terrace
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
Good shower and comfortable bed - great location close to airport parking
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
Been here before and everyone is friendly and very helpful. I have dietary requirements and the staff in the restaurant are always very accommodating.
The POD connection is brilliant
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2025
Comfy Bed, dated decore
Very convenient for Heathrow T5 with a local bus that goes straight to the airport. The hotel room we stayed in was quite dated in terms of decor. That, said the bed was very comfortable which is great for an early mornng flight.
Lovelda
Lovelda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Lovely place. Great location. Rooms nice and clean
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2025
Staff are fabulous
The staff here are amazing - very friendly and cheerful and couldn’t be more helpful! Really convenient for terminal 5 with the bus just a few minutes’ walk away. Comfortable room, decent breakfast. The only (tiny) gripe was that there was only 1 towel between the two of us, but that might have been because our room was changed at the last minute.
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2025
Very nice as usual
Stayed at this hotel several times due to its close proximity to the airport and ease of getting there with the pod. Only had a standard room this time. but was just as nice as any of the others. Nice to be back
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 1, 2025
This was our second or third stay at this hotel and the restaurant and bar had been renovated and the service was much more professional. The room was comfortable and this, coupled with the changes to the restaurant made it an enjoyable stay.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
Very nice stay. Close to the sirport snd great customer service!
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
Handy for Terminal 5
Okay for overnight before flight
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Terminal 5 friendly
Ideal location for Heathrow Terminal 5.
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
Very convenient for terminal 5, and good value for airport stay