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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
Boutique hotel near The British Museum

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Lobby lounge, alfresco dining, open daily
Interior
Exterior
Bloomsbury Suite
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, England, WC1E 6HG
  • Tottenham Court Road
    4 min walk
  • Russell Square
    4 min walk
  • The British Museum
    6 min walk
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    54 min drive

Room options

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

Townhouse Double

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Bloomsbury Twin Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Bloomsbury Suite

Bloomsbury Suite

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Bloomsbury King Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Townhouse Single Room

Townhouse Single Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Exterior
The Standard London
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (1388)
The price is CA $571
per night
CA $685 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Standard London

About the area

London

Heart of London.At this London City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Tottenham Court Road and Russell Square, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, The British Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Leicester Square is within 2 miles (3 km).

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 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 business-friendly 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 iPod docking stations and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, 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 safes and complimentary bottled water. 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.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers

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

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 fire extinguisher, 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

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

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 540 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Riad

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Engy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felix & Davida were exceptionally friendly and professional. My overall stay were fantastic, luxurious & comfortable. I loved the hotel, people and location. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ciarán

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location and style and the friendly staff. The room was a little cramped
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

caroline

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zdenka

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great small hotel nearby UCL
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Audrey

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not exactly boutique luxury
Unfortunately the room was very noisy, and noisy residents. The air conditioner and fire alarm had very bright lights making it difficult to sleep. And a musty smell in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean, but ZERO vibes.
Hotel is definitely not a 5 star hotel. Lobby, sitting area and garden are pretty, but hotel has absolutely ZERO vibes. Bar and garden area never had an attendant during our stay. Complimentary breakfast was missable. Minibar you’re told is free, but also was never replenished. No lift. Towel warmer didn’t function. Room was comfortable and clean. Would have been okay if it were 200per night. Best part of the hotel is the adorable street next to it called Store Street. And breakfast at Honey & Co daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful boutique find
Great boutique hotel in a quiet hamlet of London, walkable to all major Ashens, including the British museum, which was right around the corner. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Cathryn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay!
Have stayed a few times and this place never disappoints. Fabulous hotel in a great location. I had a single room which was enough room for one - Good size shower room. Bed so comfy, fab pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
New find near Euston
Great find in London. Really nice old style hotel with modern update. Nice rooms, exceptional staff - so helpful. Breakfast was fresh and very tasty. Great location near to Euston.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Srinivas, Los Altos

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at the hotel having had our suitcases stolen elsewhere - the staff were lovely and very helpful. Our room was very comfortable and the hotel is a little gem which resurrected our mini break! Breakfast was very good and again staff members friendly and very professional. We Will definitely stay again here. Special mention to Felix and Miguel on front desk!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is excellent. The location is great, just next to the British Museum.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect. How hotels should be
Perfect location. Beautiful hotel. Great toiletries and service. The gentleman at check out was superb. I will def return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Xanthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There were mice in the room we changed rooms and saw another
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hotel.
Very comfortable stay. Very good breakfast. Good location and within walking distance to many sites. Encountered a problem with the plumbing in my room and was immediately offered another room which was an upgrade. Outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024