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Dates

February 2025

March 2025

Lobby lounge, al fresco dining, open daily

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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

University College London
‪2 min walk‬
Russell Square
‪4 min walk‬
University of London
‪4 min walk‬
London (LHR-Heathrow)
‪49 min drive‬

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Room options

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

Townhouse Double

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury Twin Room

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Bloomsbury Suite

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury King Room

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Townhouse Single Room

14 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

About this property

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Georgian London hotel in London City Centre with a 24-hour front desk

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 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 safes and complimentary bottled water. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Russell Square. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.

Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
Just a 4-minute walk from Russell Square and 6 minutes by foot from 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.

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 public transport

No on-site parking available

Food and drink

1 restaurant
1 bar
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

The Alchemy Bar

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Banquet hall
Free newspapers in reception
Front-desk safe
Library

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

Business centre
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

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

Fireplace in reception
Smoke-free property
TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels

Entertainment

28-inch flat-screen TV
Digital channels
iPod dock

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

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The Academy Hotel London

The Academy London, England

Academy Hotel

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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Joely

Travelled with family

19 Nov 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

18 Nov 2024

Thank you for a wonderful stay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

14 Nov 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mish

13 Nov 2024

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Reception staff were really helpful and when we were given a room on the 3rd floor were happy to move us as the stairs were very steep and narrow. There isnt a lift. Breakfast was very nice and service excellent. Bar service wasnt very good and a very very small space. It was nice but i wouldnt stay again and for the price we were very disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Travelled with partner

10 Nov 2024

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

Beautifully renovated old property. Very comfortable stay. Very helpful staff. Quiet and convenient area of London close to the British Museum. We have stayed here several times

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Travelled with family

8 Nov 2024

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

A right proper place for an American to stay

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

28 Oct 2024

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

The hotel is attractive and well-maintained. The staff is excellent: helpful, friendly, and very professional. High marks to the house-keeping staff, the front desk, and the breakfast servers. I deliberately chose the hotel so that I could walk back and forth to the British Museum. Other significant museums were easily available by public transportation, Uber, or cab. Some shopping is available on Tottingham Road, near-by. More extensive shopping and vibrant nightlife are found in other parts of town.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

lucy

24 Oct 2024

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jie

20 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The room smells badly.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

19 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

12 Oct 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Judy, Winnetka

Travelled with family

8 Oct 2024

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

Travelled with family

28 Sept 2024

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

15 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

15 Sept 2024

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

14 Sept 2024

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

13 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Travelled with partner

12 Sept 2024

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

10 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

6 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison

Travelled with partner

1 Sept 2024

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

30 Aug 2024

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 traveller

Business traveller

27 Aug 2024

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