Hotel · London, United Kingdom/England

President Hotel

President Hotel London

A3.83 / 4.00
22 evaluations from our group leaders & tour directors (2008–2026)
Group leaders: A (10 recent)Tour directors: A (6 recent)
What our travelers say
The President Hotel earns consistent praise across nearly every group that stays there, and the reasons are remarkably consistent: a breakfast spread that group leaders describe as one of the best they've encountered anywhere in Europe, rooms that feel noticeably more spacious than the European norm, and a front desk team that keeps check-in moving efficiently — keys ready, queues short, and the occasional hiccup (a room mix-up here or there) resolved without drama. The Bloomsbury location is a genuine operational asset. Russell Square Tube station is steps away, a large Tesco is within easy walking distance for students who need to stock up on snacks or supplies, and the surrounding neighborhood puts the British Museum, the West End, and a web of Tube lines within quick reach. One small but genuinely thoughtful touch that groups appreciate: a lobby water-filling station that takes the daily scramble for hydration off the table entirely. A few things are worth knowing before you arrive. Cell signal can be weak in some rooms, and not every room comes with an in-room safe, so groups carrying valuables should plan accordingly. Early-morning departures that require breakfast boxes need to be coordinated carefully and followed up on — the kitchen can be slow to execute pre-arranged takeaway options when it's busy, so tour directors should build in a confirmation step. And at least one group flagged a shower design that lets water escape onto the bathroom floor, a minor annoyance rather than a dealbreaker, but worth a heads-up for travelers who like tidy bathrooms. The President Hotel is a strong fit for school and student groups of all sizes — the 523-room property handles large parties without feeling overwhelmed, and the combination of practical location, generous breakfast, and efficient staff makes it a reliable anchor for busy London itineraries. Groups returning year after year consistently rate it among their best London hotel experiences, which says something real about what this property delivers.

What group leaders & tour directors say

ExcellentGroup Leader· March 2026· DSLN
Great location near a Tube entrance and a Tesco, making essentials easy to access. Rooms and bathrooms were clean and modern; housekeeping and front desk staff were wonderful. Breakfast had excellent variety. Cell signal was weak, and only some rooms included an in-room safe.
ExcellentTour Director· March 2026· YMM
The location is excellent and the breakfast stands out as a real highlight.
ExcellentGroup Leader· March 2026· LAPP
Breakfast was excellent and staff were friendly and efficient. Check-in was quick with keys ready on arrival. A minor room mix-up was resolved immediately. The lobby water-filling station was a standout amenity for refilling bottles daily.
ExcellentGroup Leader· March 2026· DSLN
One of the best hotels visited in three years of London trips. Rooms are larger than typical European hotel rooms, breakfast is hot and well-stocked, and everything is clean and modern.
ExcellentGroup Leader· April 2025· LBV
The location was great, the rooms were wonderful, breakfast was one of the best of the trip, and the front desk staff were exceptionally friendly.
ExcellentGroup Leader· September 2025· LNLP
Rooms were clean and check-in was seamless. The location worked well for our group. Breakfast stood out as one of the most extensive offerings encountered across any trip.

About this property

<p><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%;">President Hotel London Russell Square is a three-star hotel, located in the famous Bloomsbury area. There are 523 rooms spread across seven floors. There is a colour television, direct dial telephone and tea and coffee making facilities in each guestroom. The hotel provides wifi connection at the lobby for its guests and is conveniently located very close to Euston mainline station in Bloomsbury and Camden Market.</span></p> <p> </p>
  • Address: Russell Square, WC1N 1DB
  • Phone: +44 207 837 88 44
  • Rating: 3 stars
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Russell Square, WC1N 1DB

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