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The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Property class: 5 and above

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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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is ₹18,956
₹22,747 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

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A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a flat-screen TV, a door leading to a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Townhouse Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small armchair, a side table, and a view of the outside through a window.

Bloomsbury King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a vase of flowers, a round table with a chair, and a green sofa with patterned cushions.

Bloomsbury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a geometric-patterned carpet, a dark door, and a mirror on the wall.

Townhouse Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bloomsbury Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a minibar.

Bloomsbury Single

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Club King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a mirror.

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a door.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Natural History Museum are not to be missed. Visit our London travel guide
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21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, England, WC1E 6HG

What's nearby

  • London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • SOAS University of London
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • London Senate House Library
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University College London
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bedford Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Elysee
    6 min walk
  • Ole & Steen
    6 min walk
  • Cafe in the Gardens
    6 min walk
  • Blooms Pizza Cafe
    7 min walk
  • Hudson's House
    5 min walk

About this property

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

  • Luxury boutique hotel in the city centre
  • 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.

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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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1775
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

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

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: 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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 any lifts

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 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on 30 Aug 2026 start from ₹18,956, 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.

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: 3:00 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 luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of University College London and Russell Square. The British Museum and Oxford Street are also within 10 minutes. Goodge Street Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Tottenham Court Road Underground Station is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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