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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near The British Museum

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Courtyard
Library
Front of property
Lobby lounge, alfresco dining, open daily
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, England, WC1E 6HG
  • Place, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, SOAS University of London
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University College London
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a flat-screen TV, a door leading to a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Townhouse Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bloomsbury King Room

Bloomsbury King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bloomsbury Studio

Bloomsbury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a geometric-patterned carpet, a dark door, and a mirror on the wall.

Townhouse Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bloomsbury Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a minibar.

Bloomsbury Single

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Club King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a mirror.

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a door.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

London

Central London getaway .At this London City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit University College London and Tottenham Court Road, both within a 5-minute walk. The British Museum and Oxford Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • SOAS University of London - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • London Senate House Library - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University College London - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bedford Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Eggslut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Great Court Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Jack Horner, Holborn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5-star luxury hotel near The British Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

This Georgian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1775
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers 50 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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: 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

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
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World to the airport?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is 9.2 mi (45-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on Jul 26, 2026 start from CA $263, 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.

Does The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Does The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offer free breakfast?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a pool?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World does not have a pool.

Does The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a restaurant?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is home to The Alchemy Bar, which features al fresco dining and light fare.

Does The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World to downtown London?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is 0.9 mi away from London.

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 721 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 721 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 721 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 721 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 721 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay! Everything is Clean, Personal is very friendly and the location was perfect too..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay - only complaint was the in-room air conditioning wall unit was a tad noisy. Great location, great staff, great continental breakfast... Would def recommend staying here, and would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room, great location, super helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent check-in, friendly team, lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room - tasty varied breakfast- friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really friendly staff and excellent service. Great central location and comfortable room. High quality breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
room was ok, quite small. very dirty glasses. Staff was ok. location is top. everything is in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely and the room was exceptionally clean. Good linen in the bed and great shower pressure. Bathroom had nice Elemis toiletries but was a bit small. Breakfast was included as a continental breakfast, with lots of choice. It was quiet and the area was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was blown away by the kind, caring, and supportive staff at the Academy. Their food was delicious, the bed so comfortable, and my stay was fantastic! It was the perfect location as it was close to all the major sites within walking distance and it was calm, quiet, and tranquil. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sujatha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very attentive and the hotel is perfect! Breakfast was really nice too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fabulous stay by every metric. The room was delightful and the bed and linens so perfect for sleep after a long day out walking and the breakfast was delicious with many options. One of the best features of the hotel were its numerous public spaces including a garden - and one could sit and read while having a coffee or tea or cocktail. Truly a gem of a place - looking forward to returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Averil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived to the moment we left the staff were so helpful and accommodating. We were supposed to stay for 2 nights but ended up extending our stay for another 2 nights! The rooms were lovely and warm during the cold weather, cleaned every day and mini bar restocked. The continental breakfast was amazing and with endless cups of coffee. Very close to Covent Garden and West End, perfect location and felt safe walking about at night as lovely area. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

6/10 Okay

Arild

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Charming hotel, but I had a rather small room. Very good continental breakfast. When checking in they also added a strange kind of service charge to the bill so the price I got on hotels.com wasn't the price I actually paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

DR DOBBIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, clean, compact single room. I was not privilege to why this is a luxury small hotel, the room was as I would expect for this part of London. I had a very nice greeting, given my key and directed to my room. Breakfast was very standard, buffet style.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much shopping nearby and lots of good food. Gail’s Bakery, Cafe Nero, Salad Project, Waterstones, British Museum and more. The breakfast and coffee at the hotel was excellent. Lots of choices and really good coffee. A bonus for me. The staff was super friendly, accommodating, and filled with smiles. I had a large twin room, which was all I needed, and it was well appointed from room furnishings to the bathroom. The water pressure was perfect for showering. AC was just fine. The whole environment was quiet, delightful, and comfortable. I will definitely return when next in London.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tugce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good location. Room was far too hot & therefore made sleeping difficult. Would stay in double room next time as single was far too small and bed not as comfortable as I’d hoped. Friendly staff as well as decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical property near the British Museum
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel - walkable - nice bar, lounge, patio - and great staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is spotless and the staff is very courteous. The bathroom was just renovated recently. However the room is quite so small.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025