The Academy

5 stars
21 Gower Street, London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
+44 207 631 4115
8.3
Very good
based on 2780 reviews
2,780 reviews
Thu 18/6
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Fri 19/6
2 guests, 1 room
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£167
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Double room
£167
King room
£179
Standard Room
£181
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Overview

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.
8.3
Very good rating
Based on 2,780 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Academy

Thu 18/6
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Fri 19/6
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£167
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£167
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£170
nightly with VAT
King room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£179
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£194
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£207
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£181
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£196
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£226
nightly with VAT
Superior room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£208
nightly with VAT
Queen room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
£257
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at The Academy

  • 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
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour 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

General

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

Basics

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

Bathroom

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Laundry

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

Media and entertainment

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Parking and transportation

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

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of The Academy

8.3
Very good
2780 verified ratings
Wonderful
1273
Very good
611
Good
394
Okay
207
Fair
147
Mediocre
72
Poor
76

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location and found the staff to be helpful and courteous. Many enjoyed the charming boutique atmosphere and tasteful decor. The breakfast was often highlighted as a positive aspect, with good quality and presentation. Some guests noted issues with room size, lack of lift, and occasional maintenance problems, but overall the hotel provided a pleasant stay with comfortable beds and cleanliness.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness7.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort7 out of 10
Room Size2 out of 10
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Location

21 Gower Street, London

What's nearby

  • British Museum288 yd
  • Leicester Square0.7 mi
  • Piccadilly Circus0.7 mi
  • Strand0.8 mi
  • Trafalgar Square0.9 mi
  • Charing Cross0.9 mi
  • Central London0.9 mi
  • Oxford Street1.2 mi
  • London Eye1.3 mi
  • Big Ben1.4 mi
  • Buckingham Palace1.4 mi
  • St. Paul's Cathedral1.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Academy

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February
November
£304
£321
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 68% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Academy

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Academy

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Academy, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Academy, plan to stay on a Thursday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Academy was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £247, while the most expensive was £247.
  • How long should you stay at The Academy? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Academy

  • Where is The Academy located?

    The Academy is located at 21 Gower Street in Camden, 1.5 miles from the centre of London. British Museum is the closest landmark to The Academy.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Academy?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Academy.

  • Does The Academy offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Academy offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Academy from the airport?

    The Academy is 7.8 miles from London City.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Academy hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Academy in London and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Academy and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Academy.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.8
1.5 mi
London City
7.8 mi

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