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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
Interior
Bloomsbury Suite | Bar (on property) | Lobby lounge, alfresco dining, open daily
Bloomsbury Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 848
AED 1,018 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Townhouse Double

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Bloomsbury Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Bloomsbury Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Bloomsbury King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Townhouse Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Townhouse Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 14 sq m
  • 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 - 0.4 km
  • The British Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Leicester Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 20 min walk - 1.7 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 the lobby.
Other perks include:
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • A porter/bellhop, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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 22 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on 29 June 2025 start from $277.24, 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?

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, Tottenham Court Road, and Russell Square. 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. 367 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 610 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

I like the place. Staff all friendly and nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff were so kind and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Absolute perfect location. Very tranquil area with many great small cafes and restaurants. Was quiet and calm at night and very walkable to everything. The room was large and very comfortable. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful property! Great atmosphere! Room was spacious and comfortable. Convenient location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10

Good location to British Museum and many walkable parts of the city; easy going vibe; helpful staff. Only surprise was the thimble size of the single room, which took some gymnastics to maneuver.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

Friendly staff, small rooms, really small. My roomed had the stench of overcooked broccoli pretty much the whole stay. The single rooms are dark, low lighting, and room 43 must be over their kitchen trash…not recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

This hotel is in the perfect location to see all of London within a short walk or bus/underground ride. So many shops, bars, restaurants, and theaters nearby! The staff went above and beyond any time I had a question or needed anything!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10

Lovely area. Walkable from main stations. Close to British museum. Room v comfortable with tasteful decor. Breakfast good. Staff v helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

8/10

Very nice. Tiny room.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

David was incredibly helpful and the staff overall was very friendly. A great location thats within walking distance to many locations and walking distance to multiple train lines as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Unbelievably wonderful service from an outstanding team that wanted us to be comfortable and satisfied. Shoutout to Felix, Doran, Amila and seriously the entire team (not all names I caught but you are here). Convenient work and sitting areas. Lovely outside patio and bar. Rooms really comfortable (big fan of Elemis so thumbs up there). Thank you will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

10/10

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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

I really enjoyed our stay. The staff was very helpful and the location is excellent. I would stay here agian.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

I've stayed in the this hotel more than 20 times so I'm well qualified to speak about it. It's on a lovely street close to the British museum and West End theaters, which works perfectly for me. The beds are terrible and in spite of renovations of the property have not been changed since the 90s when I first stayed there. That and a kind of mediocre breakfast are the downsides. My small room is always clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Convenient to west end!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Highly recommended! Unreal service and people!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Wonderfully welcoming and great about helping you check in early if needed for a red eye (on availability of course). Food, drinks, and service were impeccable. It was stylish and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

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

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

10/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

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