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The Academy

5-star Hotel with Restaurant

5 stars

21 Gower Street, London

+44 207 631 4115
8.2
Very good

based on 2,376 reviews

C$ 234
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 234
Double room
C$ 284
King room
C$ 334

About The Academy, London

Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.3
Services
8.2
Staff
9.2
Value for money
7.8
The Academy is a 50 bedroom 5* Townhouse hotel in the heart of Bloomsbury, London. The hotel has been created by linking together five historic Georgian buildings. These were originally built as private homes in 1776. Over the last 300 years each house has evolved its own character and atmosphere and now offers a unique Town House experience with the added luxury of two private gardens at the rear of the hotel. Please note, this property does not have an elevator, and rooms are only accessible via stairs.

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Rooms

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Queen room
1 queen bed
Double room
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1 queen bed
King room
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Standard Room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews

8.2
Very goodBased on 2,376 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Really nice bar and lounge facilities. (in 17 reviews)
  • Our room was on the top floor so the stairs were a treck! (in 6 reviews)
  • "Clean, modern and very friendly staff." (in 174 reviews)
Cons -
  • Poor sound proofing on the floor. (in 15 reviews)
  • Very small room up several flights of dingy stairs. (in 3 reviews)
  • Water leaking from air conditioner unit. (in 7 reviews)


The Academy room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Academy compare to other 5-star hotels in London?

    There is a C$ 513/night difference in the average price of 5-star hotels in London (C$ 885/night) and the average nightly rate at The Academy (C$ 372/night).

  • How far is The Academy from London City?

    If you're looking to go directly from London City to The Academy, expect a 23min drive as they are around 12.6 km apart.

  • What is the best way to get to The Academy from London City?

    If you intend on renting a car to travel from London City to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that The Academy offers parking on site. Car rentals in the area typically go for C$ 22/day for a base model rental. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from London City to The Academy, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Are there food options at The Academy?

    There is a restaurant at The Academy that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or take food to go. Call the front desk at +44 207 631 4115 for kitchen hours. One of the easiest dining options for London guests staying in The Academy is to get room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does The Academy have a pool?

    Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at The Academy. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for The Academy is +44 207 631 4115.

  • How close is The Academy to London city centre?

    The Academy is 2.4 km away from the city centre of London, where you can find interesting sights such as Westminster Abbey.

  • What is the phone number for The Academy?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at The Academy, call +44 207 631 4115.

  • Does The Academy have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Academy has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Academy?

    You can plan to arrive after 2:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at The Academy?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for The Academy at the moment between C$ 307 and C$ 538 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

  • Is there laundry service in The Academy?

    Laundry services are available at The Academy. Contact the property reception for additional information. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.

  • What is the distance from The Academy, London to British Museum?

  • Is Lord's Cricket Ground, London close to The Academy?

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