Charing Cross - A Guoman Hotel (Formerly Thistle), London
The Strand, London, WC2N 5HX
Guest Rating: 
4.0 / 5
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About Charing Cross - A Guoman Hotel (Formerly Thistle) hotel
In the centre of London, just metres from Charing Cross Station, this beautiful Victorian building houses a 4-star hotel with modern luxuries, including air conditioning and an award-winning restaurant.
Charing Cross is regarded as the official centre of London and is just outside the Charing Cross - A Guoman Hotel. On the Strand, metres from Trafalgar Square, the hotel is only a short walk from the restaurants, shops and theatres of the West End.
Built in 1865, the Charing Cross has undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment, transforming it into a luxurious 21st-century hotel with original Victorian elegance.
The hotel has a well-equipped gym and the stylish, air-conditioned rooms have luxurious Egyptian cotton bed linen, bathrobes and flat-screen TVs.
With impressive views over Trafalgar Square and the Strand, the hotel's restaurant has received an AA Rosette award. The lounge and bar feature live music on Friday evenings and room service is available 24 hours a day.
Hotel Facilities
General
- 24-Hour Front Desk,
- Bar,
- Luggage Storage,
- Restaurant.
Services
- Currency Exchange,
- Dry Cleaning,
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Internet Services,
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
- Room Service,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
- You must check out by 12:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 14:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
No parking available.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the business centre and costs GBP 6.00 per hour.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Master Card,
- American Express.
Room information
Executive Double Room more info
Some of these spacious rooms have views of The Strand.
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Minibar,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Seating Area,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Work Desk.
Deluxe Double Room more info
Some of these rooms have views of The Strand.
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Seating Area,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Work Desk.
Executive Twin Room more info
Some of these spacious rooms have views of The Strand.
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bath,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Minibar,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Deluxe Twin Room more info
Some of these rooms have views of The Strand.
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Seating Area,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Work Desk.
Deluxe Double/Twin Room (Advance Purchase) more info
Some of these rooms have views of The Strand.
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Seating Area,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Work Desk.
Pre-Theatre (Special Offer) more info
This offer includes a 3-course pre-theatre dinner and glass of champagne.
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Seating Area,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Work Desk.
Single Room more info
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Seating Area,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Work Desk.
Single Room - Advance Purchase more info
Amenities:
- Air Conditioning,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Seating Area,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Work Desk.
Directions
By Road: The hotel is just metres from Charing Cross London Underground Station. You can drive into the station access road in order to check-in and drop off luggage. However, there is no parking permitted in this area. Parking: Parking is available in Spring Gardens car park at an additional cost.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation