The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
Boutique hotel near Russell Square

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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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

Overview of The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

Map
21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, England, WC1E 6HG
  • Popular LocationRussell Square4 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe British Museum6 min walk
  • Popular LocationTrafalgar Square4 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)48 min drive

Room options

Townhouse King

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury Twin Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bloomsbury Suite

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury King Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Townhouse Single Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

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

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 4 min walk
  • The British Museum - 6 min walk
  • Leicester Square - 15 min walk
  • Trafalgar Square - 4 min drive
  • Piccadilly Circus - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Egyptian Exhibition - 4 min walk
  • Eggslut - 4 min walk
  • KFC - 4 min walk
  • The Rising Sun - 3 min walk
  • The Jack Horner - 4 min walk

About this property

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Boutique hotel near Russell Square
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 tour/ticket assistance 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

  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels

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

  • 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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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 Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on Apr 28, 2024 start from $210.77, 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: 2:00 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. 277 out of 470 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 470 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 470 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 470 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 470 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

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Bloomsbury Suite was fabulous!
This hotel was a fabulous experience. We managed to bag the Bloomsbury Suite for 60% off during the down season. I checked the reservation again and saw that same booking made just a month later than we did would have been 2.5 times the price. Keep an eye out for that deal. The staff at check in were prompt and polite. At check out, they minded our bags until we returned to collect them for our flight. Every time I had a question or a request for towels, toiletries etc. they had it sorted by the time I returned to the room. The room was cleaned each afternoon and turned down each evening. The room itself was spacious and comfortable. A really lovely suite in very central London for an extremely reasonable price. The hotel itself is very nice if a little small. Perfect for couples or people who like to travel low key. There was pleasant looking and busy bar that I didn’t manage to use during my stay. There was a tranquil and cosy library that I did use. A very pleasant place indeed to spend some time. Breakfast was served continental with an option for hot food. My only major complaint was that it was not made fully clear to me at reception that the hot breakfast was an extra charge. It did say on the menu that there was a £15 pound charge for continental and hot breakfast, but having already payed for breakfast online, I assumed that was included. I probably should’ve asked. The breakfast itself was also a little limited but you can forgive that of such a small hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and awesome property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5* all the way
Have reviewed the academy before but it is worthy of another. To put it simply, if you want 5 star accommodation with 5 star customer service for the duration of your stay in London then stay at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

HONGBING

Very good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Scammed by the photos, don’t recommend
Not a 5* hotel. Air-con in the room doesn’t work. Felt slightly scammed by booking a room that “included breakfast” only to discover that if you want an actual hot breakfast you have to pay extra. Walls are paper thin so you can hear everything next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a bit of luxury close to West End theatres. Especially nice to have a small but perfect single room to the same level as larger rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fabulous. Had an issue with my room and they couldn’t have been more understanding in moving me. Breakfast was tasty, with plenty of options. Near Warren Street underground, an easy walk to Leicester Square, and Store Street just around the corner for wonderful independent coffee shops and wine bars. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem of a hotel!
Lovely hotel in the centre of Bloomsbury with a great interior and friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was in a good location. Walking distance to theatres. Was in a basement room. Carpet quite dirty and the stairs down to both the room and the breakfast room were quite steep which elderly mother find difficult, particularly as there was no handrail down to breakfast room. Wouldn’t class this as a 5* hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023