The Kingsley by Thistle

Introduction: The The Kingsley by Thistle Hotel London, an Edwardian building, is located on the eastern edge of the very central areas of London. Bloomsbury Way is the extension of New Oxford Street which is part of one of the capitals best known roads, Oxford Street (just 300 yards away). To the East of the hotel is Holborn which leads down to the City of London (Square Mile), making it very convenient as a mid-way location between the financial areas and the tourist areas. Holborn is very busy during the week but relatively quiet during weekends. Just to the North is Russell Square and the popular area of Bloomsbury which has its own shopping centre and cinema. A short walk (less than 200 yards) to the south finds you in Covent Garden. This would be one of the spots that should not be missed on any London visit. Known for its street entertainers (buskers) and the piazza at its heart with two markets and a string of restaurants and bars. This is a top destination both during the day and in the evening. To the south west is Soho, geared towards adult entertainment but with many pubs and clubs to suit everyone. Also popular for its many varied restaurants. Other local attractions/places of interest include the British Museum (0.1 miles), Sir John Soames Museum (0.3 miles), Theatre Museum (0.4 miles), London Transport Museum (0.4 miles), Pollocks Toy Museum (0.5 miles), Dickens House (0.5 miles) and Petrie Egyptian Archaeology Museum (0.6 miles).

Hotel:
The Kingsley by Thistle Hotel (after author Charles Kingsley) is in an area known for its literary prowess.
Each bedroom is decorated with a vibrant colour palette of rich reds, greys and creams and all have a very contemporary style. In-room you will find air-conditioning, wireless internet access, a flat screen television with digital channels, hairdryer, in-room safe, direct dial telephone, work desk, laptop sized safe, tea/coffee maker, iron and ironing board. Rooms are en-suite with power shower, complimentary toiletries and a supplied robe.le
Deluxe and Executive rooms and Suites are more spacious.
24 hour room service.

Onsite is the 'Kingsley Two Restaurant'. The ground floor restaurant serves modern British and European cuisine. This Brasserie style restaurant has a mix of traditional Edwardian features with contemporary furnishings and soft atmospheric lighting to go with the all day dining. Extensive wine list.
Open 07.00 till 23.00.
The fully licensed bar serves snacks, light meals Tea and Coffee and you can view sports events on the satellite TV here. Also serves a full range of drinks including cocktails. Informal style. Open 11:30 weekends from noon.

The hotel has 7 air-conditioned meeting rooms with a capacity for up to 100 delegates.
The front desk is staffed throughout the night while the font entrance has a flat ramp for disabled access.
Lift access to floors.

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Parking: none onsite. Nearby pay car park.
Room Numbers: 129
Check-in: 14.00 (2 pm)
Check-out: 12.00 noon

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History: Between August 2008 and Spring 2009 the Kingsley Hotel, London underwent a £9.5 million pound refurbishment to recapture the glory of its Edwardian Past. A complete makeover and refurbishment  that included the hotels Victorian facade.