The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Boutique hotel with restaurant, near The British Museum

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Sat 17 Jan
Fri 23 Jan
January 2026
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February 2026
In the heart of London, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World invites you to unwind in its serene garden or enjoy al fresco dining at The Alchemy Bar. Relax with a book from the library, connect with free WiFi, and warm up by the lobby fireplace. Guests rave about helpful staff.
VIP Access
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
£158
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Why we love this property

Historic city charm
Marvel at Georgian architecture while lounging in the charming garden of this boutique city hotel. Curated furnishings add a touch of elegance throughout.
Rest in pure comfort
Wrap up in cosy dressing gowns after enjoying 24-hour room service. Blackout drapes and hypo-allergenic, premium bedding ensure deep slumber.

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Townhouse Single Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Townhouse Single Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Bloomsbury King Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Bloomsbury King Room

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Bloomsbury Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Bloomsbury Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Bloomsbury Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Townhouse Double | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Townhouse Double

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Bloomsbury Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Bloomsbury Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Bloomsbury Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Bloomsbury Single | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Bloomsbury Single

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • University College London - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tottenham Court Road - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of London - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Russell Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The British Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • London (LTN-Luton) - 42 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 45 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 50 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 54 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 107 min drive
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 8 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • London Euston Station - 14 min walk
  • Goodge Street Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Underground Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Jack Horner, Holborn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cabmen's Shelter - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road and Russell Square. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and walkability. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Goodge Street Underground Station is 4 minutes and Russell Square Underground Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1775
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

The Alchemy Bar – This lobby lounge only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World and nearby?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Yes, The Alchemy Bar offers al fresco dining.

What's the area around The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World like?

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Goodge Street Underground Station and 6 minutes' walk from The British Museum. Travellers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, delicious, and amazing with a great selection of food. (50 reviews)
  • The neighborhood restaurants around the corner are fabulous and within walking distance. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent check-in, friendly team, lovely room.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly staff and excellent service. Great central location and comfortable room. High quality breakfast.
Claire, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Charming hotel, but I had a rather small room. Very good continental breakfast. When checking in they also added a strange kind of service charge to the bill so the price I got on hotels.com wasn't the price I actually paid.
Arild, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice hotel, good location. Room was far too hot & therefore made sleeping difficult. Would stay in double room next time as single was far too small and bed not as comfortable as I’d hoped. Friendly staff as well as decent breakfast.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing
Sujatha, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The bathroom was very small. The hotel provided a hairdryer but there was no plug socket close enough to a mirror to be able to see into the mirror
Dale, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cute hotel in a great location.
Lesley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room is spotless and the staff is very courteous. The bathroom was just renovated recently. However the room is quite so small.
Cindy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very attentive and the hotel is perfect! Breakfast was really nice too.
Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historical property near the British Museum
Terhi, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice quiet hotel

A nice hotel, and by London standards (usually low) OK standard . Good location in rather quiet area but close enough for walking towards the center.
Mårten, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Academy hotel is very cozy and it is beautifully decorated. The rooms are comfortable, and the breakfast is absolutely wonderful. It is located in a very nice neighborhood with pretty much walking distance to main attractions London has to offer. There is also plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from. The staff is wonderful! They are very responsive and making sure you have a wonderful stay. Highly recommend it!!
Bozena, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous hotel - walkable - nice bar, lounge, patio - and great staff.
Patty, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.. central location.. great staff
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like the place. Staff all friendly and nice.
Abeer, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place was perfect for me. Had a bar, a gorgeous outside garden and the rooms were comfy. I enjoyed the staff and hope to come back soon.
Shantel Flemming, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so kind and accommodating.
Rodel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice hotel located within walking distance to Soho, Oxford street, Buckingham Palace etc. The bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was amazing. The best I have ever had in UK.
Eva, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Melanie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property! Great atmosphere! Room was spacious and comfortable. Convenient location! Highly recommend!
Royce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice small hotel. Amila from front desk was amazing
6-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a compact room, but it was functional and easy to use, and I didn't feel stressed. The environment was quiet, and it was convenient since the station was nearby. Unfortunately, my lack of English skills made it difficult to communicate about tips and transportation on the last day. I will study English more.
KAORU, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feels like being a guest in a beautifully maintained city home. Staff is friendly & helpful. A pleasant outdoor courtyard is great for a drink or your dinner. There are many stairs, and no lift but staff will bring your luggage up & down for you. I would return to this comfortable personal hotel again and again.
Katherine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service
Sergio, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent. Luxe interiors, helpful staff, enormous continental breakfast. Would recommend.
Michelle, 4-night trip