THE ACADEMY - SMALL LUXURY HOTELS OF THE WORLD, London

The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World - A collection of five Georgian townhouses in historic Bloomsbury with bespoke cocktail bar and literary-themed spaces

Situated across five restored Georgian townhouses in Bloomsbury, The Academy combines 50 rooms and suites designed by New York-based Champalimaud Design. This London hotel features marble en-suite bathrooms, Aromatherapy Associates toiletries, and Nespresso facilities in all accommodations. The property houses the intimate Alchemy Bar serving craft cocktails by mixologist Ilias Chondros, plus The Refectory for continental breakfast and The Library with distinctive monkey-themed wallpaper. Business travelers can utilize The Genius Lab for small meetings, while the outdoor courtyard offers heated terrace seating. Located on Gower Street, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World sits within a 4-minute walk to the British Museum. Four Underground stations lie within a 10-minute walk, while Kings Cross and St Pancras International stations are reachable within 20 minutes on foot.

Pros

Created by award-winning Champalimaud Design with contemporary townhouse styling

Monthly book club events celebrate the area's literary heritage

Mixologist-crafted signature cocktails including Tanqueray Bloomsbury Martini

Exclusive guided London tours available through Travel Curious

Cons

One-way street access from Euston Road only

60-90 minute drive from London's major airports