The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bloomsbury Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
Interior
Lobby lounge, alfresco dining, open daily

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Townhouse Double

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bloomsbury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Townhouse Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The British Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Leicester Square - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Trafalgar Square - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

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 the lobby.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
  • A TV in the lobby, a porter/bellhop, and a front-desk safe
  • Meeting rooms, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 28-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts 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 center
  • 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 elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1775
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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

Property 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 elevators

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
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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 Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on Jul 20, 2025 start from $230.6, excluding 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?

Check-out 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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