The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Georgian hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Lobby lounge, al fresco dining, open daily

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

The Academy, part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, offers a tranquil garden sanctuary in central London. Guests can dine outdoors at The Alchemy Bar, browse the library, use free WiFi, or relax by the lobby fireplace. The attentive staff earns high praise.

VIP Access

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Laundry

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Room options

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Tonight

Sep 16 - Sep 17

Tomorrow

Sep 17 - Sep 18

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Townhouse Double

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Designer toiletries

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Designer toiletries

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Bloomsbury Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

Sofa bed

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Bloomsbury King Room

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Designer toiletries

21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Townhouse Single Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Designer toiletries

14 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Bloomsbury Single

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

Designer toiletries

Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed

About the area

Located in London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is near a metro station. The British Museum and Royal Albert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Marble Arch and Big Ben. London Eye and ZSL London Zoo are not to be missed.

Visit our London travel guide

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

‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
‪The Egyptian Exhibition - ‬4 min walk
‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬4 min walk
‪The Jack Horner, Holborn - ‬4 min walk
‪The Rising Sun - ‬3 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 reception.

Other perks include:

Free newspapers, concierge services and luggage storage
A banquet hall, a TV in reception and a porter/bellboy
A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All 50 individually furnished rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
28-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

No on-site 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 centre
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 lift

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

Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
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

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

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 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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Hotel London

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 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on 12 Oct 2025 start from €272.4, 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?

Checkout 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, Russell Square, and Tottenham Court Road. 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.