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The Academy eeeee - 0745 127 3975
The Academy, 21 Gower Street Bloomsbury, London -0745 127 3975
Area: Bloomsbury - Marble Arch - Kings Cross Station & British Museum
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HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4.1 out of 5 (2127 Ratings)
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Hotel Description
Located in Bloomsbury in London's West End The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World consists of a collection of five Georgian townhouses combined into one hotel. Following a multi-million-pound interior refurbishment by YTL Hotels The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is now a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection. It is located a 5 minutes' walk from The British Museum and Goodge Street underground station. All rooms were created by the award-winning New York “Champalimaud Design” and feature a marble en-suite shower room and bespoke furniture. An extensive Continental breakfast buffet is served daily. A la carte breakfast is available with a surcharge of £15.00. A wide variety of restaurants are located a short walk from the hotel. Alchemy Bar with outside Terrace serving Mr. Ma's Afternoon Tea. Enjoy bespoke cocktails and our specialty gins. Leicester Square Piccadilly Circus and Covent Garden are all 15 minutes' walk from the hotel. Within 1 mile are the shops of Oxford Street the nightlife of Soho restaurants of Chinatown and the history of Trafalgar Square. Your property description is created based on the facilities and amenities you add. It also includes info about nearby landmarks and attractions to make it stand out on search engines like Google. It's then translated into multiple languages which can increase bookings by appealing to all potential guests.

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Free Internet
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Non Smoking
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Business Center
` Garden
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Air Conditioning
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Coffee shop
` Trouser press
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Shared lounge/TV area
` 24-hour security
` Concierge services
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Live entertainment
` Restaurant(s)
` Daily Housekeeping
` Happy Hour
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Wine/champagne
` Fruits
` Outdoor furniture
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Electronic room key
` Audible alarm
` balcony/terrace
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Ironing amenities
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Allergy-free rooms available
` Room service available
` Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)
` Indoor parking (charges may apply)
` Shuttle service (charges may apply)

The Academy Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4.1 out of 5)

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Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Sally Sat, 21 December 2024

Great location and team. Room...

Liked: Location
Disliked: Always feel when book through booking.com you get allocated the oldest, most remote, cold room. I had an issue with my room and the Duty Manager was supportive and followed up. But I would have preferred a good nights sleep.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Simon Sat, 21 December 2024

Very good

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Marilyn Sat, 21 December 2024

Good value for the price...

Liked: Breakfast was great. Lots to choose from. Property is charming. Staff could not have been more accommodating. Only negative is that rooms are mostly small. But bed is really comfortable
Disliked: No elevator so stairs to climb. But for some people this is not a problem.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Jillian Fri, 20 December 2024

Charming hotel in great location...

Liked: The staff are wonderful - everyone makes you feel very well taken care of. The beds and linens are super comfortable, and the room was very clean. There are lots of little treats like complimentary mini bar etc. Everything is very well appointed. Overall, a charming boutique hotel in a less busy but still central location and very reasonably priced considering other similar options
Disliked: There’s no elevator. We asked the reservation line several times to confirm the room we booked would be available on the ground floor - they gave us wrong info but the reception team bent over backwards to ensure we were on the ground floor. I advise booking directly with reception. Also, the hotel is located in an old building - most of London is! I think it’s part of the charm, but expect small rooms and bathrooms and grounds that are aged. Our room also had a leak from upstairs but the staff were very quick and attentive to the leak/us.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Nigel Fri, 20 December 2024

Our hotel review

Liked: Breakfast staff were excellent.location was excellent.
Disliked: Bathroom was to small.Reception staff not very friendly.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Rene Wed, 18 December 2024

Make sure you have breakfast...

Liked: The best part was Rita at breakfast every morning. She made our stay memorable. Works really hard to make each guest happy.
Disliked: Difficult for the taxi to find the front door.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Maxine Wed, 18 December 2024

Not a five star establishment

Liked: Location
Disliked: Small bathroom. Tired decor. Dim lighting. No lift.

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Sarah Tue, 17 December 2024

Pleasant

Liked: very clean room, staff were helpful, comfortable bed
Disliked: Breakfast VERY disappointing. Was a continental breakfast which wasn't made clear on booking. Was offered some scrambled egg, that a staff serving member cooked for me as I am dairy free. I thought I had booked a full breakfast, it was bit like a youth hostel breakfast which for the price was very disappointing.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Stuart Tue, 17 December 2024

Great luxury boutique hotel to...

Liked: The overall interior design, location and proximity to places like coven garden. Friendly staff, very high quality bedding and toiletries and amenities. And good quality continental breakfast.
Disliked: We found all communal and guest rooms very hot. This made parts of the experience uncomfortable. Staff were helpful when flagged to open doors and/or turn off hot air conditioning but all 5 in my group found it too hot.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Florian Mon, 16 December 2024

While I truly appreciated the...

Liked: We recently had the pleasure of staying at The Academy, part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection, and it was an unforgettable experience. The location of The Academy is perfect for anyone wanting to explore London. Situated in the heart of Bloomsbury, it’s just a short walk from iconic landmarks such as the British Museum, Covent Garden, and the West End theatres. The area is quiet yet central, offering a perfect balance of peace and accessibility to London’s major attractions.
Disliked: Soundproofing is an issue. The hotel is located on a busy street, and I found the noise from traffic and street life to be quite loud, especially at night. Additionally, the hotel itself is quite noisy internally, and sounds from neighboring rooms or hallways can be heard easily. For light sleepers, this might be a concern. It’s also important to note that The Academy does not have an elevator. If you have heavy luggage or mobility concerns, this could be an issue as the hotel is spread across several floors. I didn’t mind it personally, but it's something to keep in mind when booking.

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The Academy 21 Gower Street Bloomsbury, London