President Hotel

What our travelers say

The President Hotel earns consistent praise from our group leaders and tour directors across nearly every visit, and the reasons are easy to understand once you know the property. Russell Square puts the hotel at the edge of Bloomsbury, steps from a Tube entrance and within walking distance of the British Museum, Covent Garden, and a cluster of good restaurants surrounding a proper London park. A Tesco nearby means forgotten chargers and snack runs are a non-issue — a small thing that matters enormously when you're wrangling a group of students. Check-in tends to run smoothly, with keys often ready on arrival, and the front desk staff earn repeated mentions for being genuinely helpful rather than merely efficient. One lobby detail that group leaders have flagged as quietly brilliant: a water-filling station that keeps reusable bottles topped up throughout the day. The rooms themselves are a pleasant surprise for a European three-star — multiple group leaders have noted they run larger than expected, and the cleanliness and modern finishes come up again and again without prompting. Breakfast is a consistent standout, described as hot, varied, and well-stocked, the kind of spread that actually fuels a full day of sightseeing rather than leaving travelers hunting for a café by mid-morning. A couple of practical caveats are worth knowing before you book: cell signal can be weak inside the building, in-room safes are not guaranteed in every room, and the hotel does not have air conditioning — something worth factoring in if your travel window falls during the warmer summer months. The President works particularly well for school and student groups, especially those on a first London trip who benefit from a central, walkable base that doesn't require navigating complex transport from the outset. The size of the property — 523 rooms across seven floors — means it can absorb large groups without feeling overwhelmed, and the overall atmosphere has been described as clean, organized, and welcoming in a way that eases students into the rhythm of the trip from day one.

<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>