Nothing but praise for The Academy! Excellent hotel, very friendly and attentive staff. My single room was quiet and comfortable. The complimentary water (sparkling or still), newspaper and (overnight) shoe shine service were very much appreciated. Even if you don't like an overkill of Laura Ashley motives, do stay here. Both Holborn and Tottenham Court Road tube station are within walking distance (10 minutes maximum). I paid 89 pounds (without tax) for my room via the hotel website. Wireless internet comes at 15 pounds per day, so does the English breakfast. I'd most certainly stay here again.

We just arrived from London, where we had a wonderful time staying at the Academy. The hotel is well located, the staff is very friendly and competent. As a couple, we found the suite comfortable and spacious. Good breakfast, also.As there are no lifts, it´s not suitable for seniors or people with mobility difficulties. Anyway,we´ll be back.

This hotel is an absolute find! Located within a short walking distance of Soho and Covent Garden. The staff cannot do enough for you and are so friendly and helpful. The rooms are beautifully appointed, we stayed in the Russell suite which was a good size. The breakfast was brilliant and plentiful.... a real pleasure to stay, and a real change from the big corporate hotels.

This hotel was charming and unique. The rooms are a good size and the restaurant is excellent and very modern in a traditional hotel.

Great location especially for the theatres and shopping.

I really enjoyed my stay at The Academy Town House Hotel and would recommend it to anyone.

My only negative comment would be that stairs! We was right on the top floor and had to go a so many stairs to our room which where very steep, I had to rest half way up! So if you have children or can not walk very far make sure you ask for a room on the lower floor.