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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near The British Museum
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Lobby lounge, al fresco dining, open daily
Terrace/patio
Interior
Bloomsbury Suite
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is AU$417
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Townhouse Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bloomsbury Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Bloomsbury Suite

Bloomsbury Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bloomsbury King Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Townhouse Single Room

Townhouse Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, England, WC1E 6HG

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The British Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leicester Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • London (LTN-Luton) - 42 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 45 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 50 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 54 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 107 min drive
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 8 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • London Euston Station - 14 min walk
  • Goodge Street Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Underground Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Great Court Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Egyptian Exhibition - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Eggslut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪PaStation - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and walkability. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Goodge Street Underground Station is 4 minutes and Russell Square Underground Station is 8 minutes.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1775
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 28-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

The Alchemy Bar – This lobby lounge only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
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

Academy Hotel London
Academy London
The Academy Hotel London
The Academy London, England
Academy Hotel
The Academy
The Academy Small Luxury Hotels of the World
The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Hotel
The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World London
The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World and nearby?
The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
Yes, The Alchemy Bar offers al fresco dining.
What's the area around The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World like?
The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Goodge Street Underground Station and 15 minutes' walk from Leicester Square. Travellers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jilly, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Not as luxurious as I expected
Moved me into a single room (which felt like a closet) because of overbooking. Did give me a credit and also moved my 2 friends into an attic room. Closed the bar early the first night we were there which was a bit disappointing as my friends had arrived late from different parts of the world. Breakfast was delicious, the service was very good and the staff friendly. Lounge areas very comfortable and location was great.
Julie, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Janet, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Matt, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

lucy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The room smells badly.
Jie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charming hotel in a nice neighborhood. Staff was courteous, especially Felix, who helped answer a lot of my questions, being our first time to London.
Eric, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sophia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

A good place to stay cozy feels homey
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice boutique hotel - room at the front into the street but wasn’t disturbed by any noise at night. Staff were excellent - v welcoming. Room was a great size and well appointed. Didn’t me as I need the exercise but a lot of stairs. Bellman carried the luggage up and down so no issue.
Martyn, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nancy, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff. We checked in very late at night and got a very small room with difficult access in the lower floor. We asked for a change of room and the next we were moved to much nicer and larger room. The staff was very helpful to accommodate our request
Silvia, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Natasha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lauren, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, slightly quirky boutique hotel with helpful staff. Recently refurbished, well-appointed rooms. Good continental breakfast. Very well situated in a good area that feels very safe at night, with access to several different underground lines.
alison, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely boutique, independent hotel walkable to the University of London, parks and "Store Street" of Bloomsbury around the corner--local cafes, wine bars and restaurants. The staff at this hotel was courteous and helpful. The library and back garden were extra bonuses. Highly recommend this hotel for a stay in London.
Christina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely hotel, the interiors were well picked and the space beautifully designed. Lots of hotels in London are very clinical and minimal, but this hotel felt like it was a beautiful home from home. Great service from staff, quick walk to the tube station and felt secure with key card entry into the hotel too.
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice modern room and bathroom, great location close to many sights. No ac that I could find, so might be hot in summer.
Lance, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Riad, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Felix & Davida were exceptionally friendly and professional. My overall stay were fantastic, luxurious & comfortable. I loved the hotel, people and location. Thank you
Engy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Rooms are ok, but service and location are A+
Got stuck in London on am unexpected overnight layover. Foe the price, room was nice, comfortable and more or less clean (bitnof a mildew smell in the bathroom). The two best thi gs about this place is the service and location.
Jason, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

London Aug 24
This hotel is in a great location in Bloomsbury, but tucked away on a quiet street. The public areas are relaxed and comfortable and the outside space is fantastic. The bar and restaurant are perfect for the type of hotel. The rooms are very comfortable and well decorated, and the bathrooms are clean with plenty of amenities. I will return.
Lounge
Ciarán, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Jonathan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the location and style and the friendly staff. The room was a little cramped
Stephen, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review