The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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

Townhouse Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bloomsbury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury King Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Townhouse Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Hotel in London City Centre
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, 24-hour room service, a business center, and concierge services are onsite.
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.

The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Business-related amenities consist of a business center and meeting rooms.

Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Georgian hotel also offers a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff.

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is a smoke-free property.

The Alchemy Bar - This lobby lounge serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
24-hour room service is available.

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 transportation

  • No onsite 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 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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

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 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

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
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The Academy Small Luxury Hotels of the World
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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 554 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 554 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 554 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 554 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 554 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

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Judy, Winnetka

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought the room was suitable, the location was excellent, a delicious breakfast was included, but be aware that there are no elevators. The stairs might be a problem for some--carrying luggage was challenging, and we had to ask for help from the staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay cozy feels homey
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Martyn, Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

Christina, Glen Ridge

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

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Lance, Ashburn

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

Riad

Business traveler
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 traveler
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

Traveled 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 traveler
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 traveler
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