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President Hotel

3.0 of 5
66 Russell Square | Bloomsbury, London WC1N 1DB, England
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President Hotel
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Burnley, Lancashire
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23 reviews 23 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Stayed at the hotel for just one night last week for an early morning Eurostar departure, for which it is convenient, Russell Square Undergound two minutes walk away, and one stop to Kings Cross/ St Pancras. Hotel reception etc is fine but our room 621 overlooking Russell Square was a bit tired, noisy at night even with the window closed,... More

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Durham, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

We had a 2 night stay which we enjoyed very much.,Hotel very clean, bedrooms clean, towels changed both days, staff were friendly and helpful,Good selection for breakfast,Very near to Bus and Tube services, Stayed here 2 years ago and has since been updated will return

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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37 reviews 37 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I would call this a no-frills hotel, with a great location in Russell Square. You can walk to the Piccadilly line of The Underground and the British Museum. There is also walkable access to: Tesco Express convenience store (fresh fruit and yogurt, instant cereal and all kinds of snacks); a pub (we never stopped in but a friend recommended it)... More

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abingdon va
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54 reviews 54 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Just got back from a 2 week stay at the President Hotel on Russell Square in London with 6 people We were there 2 years ago and thought it was great. And it was just as good this time. It is clean and the staff is wonderful. The free breakfast buffet was plenty to last most of the day and... More

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San Diego, California, United States
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

Started with our door would not close properly. We requested a repair it never was done. The continental breakfast is horrible very small selection. Also te regular breakfast buffet was un edible and poor quality and choices. The lobby would fill up with smoke in the lobby at night due to people smokingat the front door. When we asked to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

We stayed here for one night to meet up with friends for a birthday surprise. We arrived in London Waterloo at 9.30am by train and went straight to the hotel where we were able to check straight into our room at 10am. Rooms are basic but clean, the views are not inspiring but if you just need a base its... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

The hotel is very good,clean, in great location (1minute from metro station and just 2 stops from coven garden, 4 stops from piccadilly) and polite staff. The simple breakfast is a little poor and the room does not have refrigarator.

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Beckingham, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Stayed overnight on a mini trip to London to celebrate my husband's 70th birthday having afternoon tea at The Ritz and the theatre to see War Horse. President Hotel within walking distance from King's Cross station as well as the Theatre area. In fact it was within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go so we never had to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013 via mobile

This is one of the mid-range hotels of a chain in the area and is a little better than the Tavistock but not as good as the Imperial. Not sure I notice the difference as they are all reasonably well priced for what they offer. The rooms are good enough and if you must have the breakfast, it too is... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

I have just returned from a 2 night stay at the President Hotel (3 - 5 May) and I have to say that I could not fault the hotel. It is very central for all sight seeing and a minutes walk from Russell Square Underground and a 6 minute walk to Kings Cross. The staff were very friendly and the... More

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What travelers say

  • British museum(24)
  • English breakfast(23)
  • Russell square tube(12)
  • Square tube station(12)
  • Very good(11)
  • Reception staff(10)
  • Rooms are clean(10)
  • Very clean(9)
  • First nights(8)
  • Great location(8)

Additional Information about President Hotel

Address: 66 Russell Square | Bloomsbury, London WC1N 1DB, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > London
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #619 of 1,081 hotels in London
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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