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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
Georgian hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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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
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$401
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Bloomsbury Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Bloomsbury King Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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

  • Goodge Street Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 8 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 54 min drive

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

Boutique hotel near Russell Square
Located close to The British Museum and Leicester Square, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World provides a terrace, a garden and a library. The on-site restaurant, The Alchemy Bar, features al fresco dining and light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks include:
  • A TV in reception, free newspapers and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 28-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Alchemy Bar

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is 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

Is The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

As of 7 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$401.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM.

What time is check-out at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World located?

Located in London City Centre, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of University College London, Russell Square, and Tottenham Court Road. The British Museum and Leicester Square are also within 15 minutes. Goodge Street Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Russell Square Underground Station is 8 minutes.

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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 340 out of 570 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 570 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 570 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 570 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 570 reviews

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 Excellent

Elizabeth

Great hotel.. central location.. great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Great hotel. Clean, attentive staff, lovely atmosphere. Nice little oasis.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Convenient to west end!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

I stayed in a small but very well appointed room. The decor is very warm and cozy and the staff were all lovely. Housekeeping also did a great job. Would definitely book there again
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

paige

Would just like to be able to get into the room earlier…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

A right proper place for an American to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Beautifully renovated old property. Very comfortable stay. Very helpful staff. Quiet and convenient area of London close to the British Museum. We have stayed here several times
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

roy

Disappointing for a a small luxury hotel. Place was in ok shape and the room we had was good but it felt more like a B&B rather Than a hotel The breakfast included was really miserable Two types of store bought salami , same with packet cheese, hard boiled eggs cereal and good bread. A hot breakfast is 15 pounds extra Not good enough for a luxury hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riad

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

A good place to stay cozy feels homey
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kate

The hotel is beautiful and located in a great area. The breakfast was plentiful and High quality, nice complimentary drinks in the room and staff were really lovely. However my single room in the basement was a disappointment- small issues like no plug for the hairdryer (or extension lead) anywhere near a mirror, really noisy air con unit in a very hot room, and poor lighting (nothing bright enough to work in), meant I sadly had a very poor nights’ sleep and didn’t enjoy the stay experience as much as I’d anticipated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zdenka

Great stay
Great small hotel nearby UCL
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilco

Nice cosy hotel on perfect location
Great location, nice people and breakfast was more then ok. Price quality is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Duncan

Ok. Room too hot an too small.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

I really enjoyed my stay here. The room and public spaces were nice, and the staff were kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tugce

Fantastic stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Reception staff were really helpful and when we were given a room on the 3rd floor were happy to move us as the stairs were very steep and narrow. There isnt a lift. Breakfast was very nice and service excellent. Bar service wasnt very good and a very very small space. It was nice but i wouldnt stay again and for the price we were very disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Very nice modern room and bathroom, great location close to many sights. No ac that I could find, so might be hot in summer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

We loved our stay at this property. Every part of the experience was impeccable…staff, service, cleanliness, luxurious accommodations. It was a little haven in the bustle of London.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024