The Quintessential Bloomsbury Townhouse Living
The Academy Hotel is ideally located in the centre of Bloomsbury, an attractive district in London’s West End dominated by grassy squares and grand Georgian buildings.
The hotel, combining five historic Georgian townhouses, has been beautifully renovated by renowned New York-based designer Alexandra Champalimaud. The Academy exhumes an engaging blend of modern and vintage reminiscent to the lives of Bloomsbury in the early 20th Century.
All 50 rooms have been beautifully crafted, blending traditional features with modern, comfortable elements to create a contemporary take on townhouse living. All rooms feature marble en-suite shower room, bespoke furniture, complimentary Wifi, Tea and Nespresso coffee making facilities, complimentary minibar, luxurious bathrobes and slippers.
An extensive continental breakfast buffet is served daily in the Refectory. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s bespoke cocktails and specialty gin at the Alchemy Bar, and experience the one of kind “Mr. Ma’s Afternoon Tea”, to be inspired by the tale of Mr Ma & Son, combining Chinese sweet treats with classic British fare.
Overview
- Subtle twist of modern and vintage atmosphere
- Guest Rooms designed by award-winning Champalimaud Design, with a contemporary take on Townhouse living.
- Mr Ma’s famous Afternoon Tea, combining Chinese sweet with classic British fare.
- Experience the unique Mr Ma’s Gin Afternoon Tea
- Tea and Nespresso coffee making facilities in all rooms
- Complimentary minibar offered to guests
- Luxurious Aromatherapy Associates toiletries to enhance your stay
- Alkkemist Gin & Tonic, the hotel’s signature drink
- The Library, a nod to the rich literary history of Bloomsburry
Location
21 Gower St, Bloomsbury, London WC1E 6HG
Category
Hotel Style:
Boutique,
Classic,
Hotel Location Type:
City Centre,
Hotel Collection:
Best of British,
City Break,
Gourmet Escapes,
Range: $267-$482
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Facilities
Hotel Features:
Bar and Lounge
Business Center
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Terrace
Wheelchair Access
Hotel Services:
Dry Cleaning
Ironing services
Laundry Service
Room Service
Shoeshine
Room Features:
Coffee & Tea Tray
Coffee Maker in Room
Hairdryer
Minibar
Local Activities
- The British Museum, housing some 8 million works from around the world (only a few minutes’ walk from the hotel)
- Exclusive Tours of London, tailored for guests staying at the hotel
- Royal Opera House, where the Academy Concierge can reserve your exclusive tickets