The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World, London ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

75 photos

Book on our site

Up to 10% cheaper

than Booking.com

Key details

About the Hotel

21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, United Kingdom, WC1E6HG

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World is a rejuvenated 5-star boutique hotel in Bloomsbury, featuring a blend of traditional and modern designs. Guests can enjoy an array of amenities including a funky bar with crafted cocktails and a themed library. This hotel provides a direct experience of London's rich history and culture.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest rooms and suites at The Academy feature contemporary designs created by the award-winning Champalimaud Design. Amenities include marble en-suite shower rooms, complimentary WiFi, tea and Nespresso coffee making facilities, and flat-screen TVs.

Dining Options

Dining options include The Refectory, which serves a complimentary Continental breakfast and unique Mr. Ma's Afternoon Tea experience. The Alchemy Bar offers bespoke cocktails and specialty gins in a relaxing atmosphere.

Services & Events

The Genius Lab at The Academy provides a flexible space for small meetings and receptions. Guests can immerse themselves in intimate gatherings through The Academy Book Club, celebrating the literary history of Bloomsbury.

Local Area & Transportation

The Academy is situated within a short walk of notable attractions such as The British Museum and Covent Garden. Euston Station is the closest rail link, providing access to various transport options including the London Underground.

View all

Select your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Bloomsbury Single

2 persons

14 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Townhouse King Room

2 persons

21 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Bloomsbury Twin

2 persons

21 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

room details

Bloomsbury King Room

2 persons

21 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Click button to see more rooms

Show all rooms

Show all roomsLess

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Check availability and prices for your dates now!

Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

London 1.5 km

Airports

London City (LCY) 14.9 km

London Heathrow (LHR) 28.4 km

Train

Euston railway Station900 m

Underground

Goodge Street tube300 m

Bus

Bus stop500 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

GBP 32.50 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, United Kingdom, WC1E6HG

Map view

21 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, United Kingdom, WC1E6HG

City landmarks

Museum

The British Museum

610 m

Landmark

Coca-Cola London Eye

2.1 km

Garden

Buckingham Palace

2.3 km

Square

Trafalgar Square

1.5 km

Museum

National Gallery

1.7 km

Landmark

Big Ben

2.3 km

Church

Westminster Abbey

2.4 km

Landmark

Madame Tussauds London

2.5 km

Park

Hyde Park

2.8 km

Landmark

Oxford Street

800 m

Opera House

Covent Garden

850 m

Market

Borough Market

3.3 km

Square

Piccadilly Circus

1.5 km

Landmark

Marylebone

1.6 km

Castle

Tower of London

4.0 km

Gallery

Tate Modern

2.6 km

Church

St Paul's Cathedral

2.4 km

Palace

St James's Park

2.0 km

Landmark

Churchill War Rooms

2.1 km

Harbour

Tower Bridge

4.2 km

Public Building

Houses of Parliament

2.4 km

Church

Westminster

2.4 km

Mosque

The Regent's Park

2.1 km

Zoo

ZSL London Zoo

2.4 km

Gallery

National Portrait Gallery

1.4 km

Landmark

Gordon Square

870 m

Museum

London Transport Museum

1.3 km

Landmark

Seven Dials

880 m

Nearby

Hospital

University of London

580 m

Restaurants

Olivelli

130 m

35 Store Street

The Life Goddess

160 m

29 Store Street

Chettinad Restaurant

380 m

16 Percy Street Soho

The College Arms

180 m

Wc1e 7dh 18 Store Street

Busaba Bloomsbury

250 m

22 Store Street Bloomsbury

Spaghetti House

380 m

Palladium House 1-4 Argyll Street

Mybar Bloomsbury

330 m

11-13 Bayley Street

GAIL's Bakery Bloomsbury

340 m

11 Bayley Street

Want to see Exclusive Early Booking Rate?

Get exlusive rates right now!

Check Rates

Next best alternative

Consider them for your next trip.

The Wellington Hotel

London, United Kingdom

7.5

158 USD/night

Covent Garden Hotel, Firmdale Hotels

London, United Kingdom

9.5

346 USD/night

Commodore Hotel

London, United Kingdom

8.0

102 USD/night

Wellington Hotel By Blue Orchid

London, United Kingdom

8.11 review

81 USD/night

Phoenix Hotel

London, United Kingdom

8.33 reviews

203 USD/night

The Royal Foundation Of St Katharine

London, United Kingdom

8.5

190 USD/night

Green Rooms

London, United Kingdom

7.3

25 USD/night

Thistle London Piccadilly

London, United Kingdom

7.9

182 USD/night

Travelodge London Central Waterloo

London, United Kingdom

5.01 review

79 USD/night

Ibis Budget London Barking

Barking (Greater London), United Kingdom

7.1

53 USD/night

The Hide London

Hendon, United Kingdom

8.7

111 USD/night

Ascot Hyde Park Hotel

London, United Kingdom

5.9

66 USD/night