Thistle Barbican Shoreditch – A Favorite for Families in London
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About the Hotel
120 Central Street,
London,
United Kingdom,
EC1V 8DS,
Greater London
Rooms & Amenities
Thistle Barbican Shoreditch offers double rooms with flat-screen LCD TVs, Freeview, and complimentary bathrobes. Family rooms include three single beds, fast Wi-Fi, and toiletries. Executive rooms add a Nespresso machine and mini-bar with mineral water. All rooms have air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with free toiletries.
Dining Options
The hotel's onsite restaurant, Thistle Barbican, serves British and European dishes with buffet and à la carte options. Guests can enjoy classic fare in a relaxed setting.
Leisure & Connectivity
Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The 24-hour room service includes late-night options. Nearby, guests can explore Hatton Gardens, the Museum of London, and Shoreditch's historic pubs.
Location & Transport
The hotel is 0.5 km from Old Street Station and 6 km from Marylebone. Key landmarks include the Barbican Centre (1 km), St. Paul's Cathedral (2 km), and the British Museum (2 km). Kings Cross and Liverpool Street stations provide direct Eurostar and city-wide transport links.
Services & Extras
Guests have access to laptop-friendly workspaces, 24-hour room service, and mineral water in rooms. The hotel offers event spaces for seminars or banquets. Nearby, boat trips from Poole Quay to Brownsea Island are bookable.
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Choose from a variety of room types
Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Standard Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
205 sq. feet
Bed options:
1 Single bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Deluxe Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
185 sq. feet
Bed options:
2 Single beds
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Bathtub
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Deluxe Double Room
Max:
2 persons
230 sq. feet
Bed options:
1 Double bed
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Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Paid 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
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
Sports & Fitness
- Exercise gym
- Tubing
- Fitness studio
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- 24-hour room service
- Dry cleaning
- Wedding services
- Wake up service
- Newspaper service
Dining
- Paid breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Coffee/Tea in lobby
Business
- Business centre
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- 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
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Location
120 Central Street,
London,
United Kingdom,
EC1V 8DS,
Greater London
Map view
120 Central Street,
London,
United Kingdom,
EC1V 8DS,
Greater London
City landmarks
Museum
The British Museum
1.4
mi
Landmark
Coca-Cola London Eye
1.9
mi
Castle
Tower of London
1.6
mi
Market
Borough Market
1.5
mi
Harbour
Tower Bridge
1.8
mi
Gallery
Tate Modern
1.4
mi
Square
Trafalgar Square
1.9
mi
Museum
National Gallery
1.9
mi
Park
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
Museum
Museum of London
4200 ft
Bridge
London Bridge
1.4
mi
Landmark
Big Ben
2.2
mi
Square
Piccadilly Circus
2.0
mi
Monument
Monument to the Great Fire of London
1.3
mi
Mosque
Brick Lane
1.5
mi
Gallery
Barbican Centre
3400 ft
Museum
London Transport Museum
1.5
mi
Landmark
Gordon Square
1.5
mi
Theatre
Shakespeare's Globe
1.3
mi
Church
Westminster Abbey
2.3
mi
Stadium
Emirates Stadium
2.0
mi
Landmark
Farringdon
3600 ft
Landmark
The Shard
1.6
mi
Landmark
The View from The Shard
1.6
mi
Landmark
Madame Tussauds London
2.5
mi
Library
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
Family-focused reviews and ratings
Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.
86%
loved it and would return for another family vacation
8.6/10
Great
Rooms
7.6
Location
8.6
Service
9.0
Dining
8.8
Christopher
United States,
January
2025
9.0/10
A truly pleasant experience, especially the excellent service and delicious breakfast!
Rooms
8.0
My room was comfy and well-equipped. Could use a little updating, but overall very nice.
Service
10.0
The staff were incredibly courteous and helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect for my needs, close to many attractions.
Dining
9.0
The breakfast was delicious, with a wide variety of options.
Facilities
9.0
I enjoyed the pool, steam room, and sauna - all were clean and well-maintained.
Louis
United States,
August
2024
7.0/10
Decent stay, breakfast was great! A bit small, but fine for a short trip.
Rooms
6.0
The room was a bit small, but clean and comfortable enough.
Service
7.0
Check-in was a bit slow, but the staff were apologetic.
Location
6.0
Not as close to the tube as advertised, but still manageable.
Dining
9.0
Breakfast was really good with lots of options.
Facilities
5.0
Didn't use the pool or spa this time around.
Jared
United States,
July
2024
8.0/10
A great weekend getaway! Would definitely recommend.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were decent, though could use some updating. All three rooms were next to each other which was great!
Service
9.0
The service was fantastic - everyone was very nice and courteous.
Location
8.0
Location was convenient for our activities.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was good and had plenty of choice.
Facilities
8.0
The pool, steam room, and sauna were nice, though it can get busy.
Brad
United States,
July
2024
10.0/10
Everything was great - from the friendly staff to the awesome breakfast buffet!
Rooms
9.0
My room was spacious and well-appointed.
Service
10.0
The staff were super friendly and helpful throughout my stay. The staff were super friendly and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
Great location for exploring London! Easy access to public transport.
Dining
10.0
The breakfast buffet was very nice - tons of choices and delicious food!
Facilities
9.0
The leisure facilities were also great - I really enjoyed the pool and spa.
Jon
United States,
April
2024
9.0/10
Great location, comfy room, friendly staff, and tasty food. Would definitely stay again!
Rooms
8.0
My room was clean, comfortable, and functional - exactly what I needed for a business trip.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and cute, making check-in and check-out a breeze.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect, close to amenities and the tube station.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed the food - it was good and reasonably priced.
Facilities
8.0
No issues with facilities reported.
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