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The President Hotel

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56-60 Guildford Street, London WC1N 1DD, United Kingdom

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Historic 4-star hotel near Russell Square offering modern conference facilities and comfortable accommodation in central London.

About This Venue

The President Hotel is a distinguished 4-star property located in the heart of Bloomsbury, just minutes from Russell Square Underground station. This historic hotel combines traditional British hospitality with modern amenities, featuring elegant meeting rooms and conference facilities that can accommodate up to 350 delegates. The hotel offers 346 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, multiple dining options, and comprehensive business services. Its prime location provides easy access to London's major attractions, shopping districts, and transport links, making it an ideal choice for both business events and leisure stays. The venue features state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, complimentary WiFi throughout, and dedicated event planning services.

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Indicative Budget

£7,875–£14,875

Typical day-delegate event for ~175 guests

Capacity (max)

350

Typical attendees

175

Per-head range

£45–£85

Currency

GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (175 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

350

Maximum Capacity

300

Theatre Style

350

Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room Name	Area (m²)	Theatre	Boardroom	U-Shape	Classroom
Mountbatten Suite	180	300	40	60	150
Room Overview Area:180 m² Capacity by Layout theatre Style Rows facing forward - ideal for presentations 300 boardroom Style Seats around table - meetings & discussions 40 u shape Style U-shaped tables - interactive workshops 60 classroom Style Rows of tables - training & education 150 💡 Need more details? Contact the venue directly for floor plans, availability, and pricing for Mountbatten Suite.
Wellington Room	85	80	24	30	40
Room Overview Area:85 m² Capacity by Layout theatre Style Rows facing forward - ideal for presentations 80 boardroom Style Seats around table - meetings & discussions 24 u shape Style U-shaped tables - interactive workshops 30 classroom Style Rows of tables - training & education 40 💡 Need more details? Contact the venue directly for floor plans, availability, and pricing for Wellington Room.
Churchill Room	65	60	20	25	30
Room Overview Area:65 m² Capacity by Layout theatre Style Rows facing forward - ideal for presentations 60 boardroom Style Seats around table - meetings & discussions 20 u shape Style U-shaped tables - interactive workshops 25 classroom Style Rows of tables - training & education 30 💡 Need more details? Contact the venue directly for floor plans, availability, and pricing for Churchill Room.

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 300 people

Features & Amenities

✓Free WiFi

✓AV equipment

✓Air conditioning

✓Accessible

✓Restaurant

✓Bar

✓24-hour reception

✓Business centre

✓Concierge

✓Room service

📐 Space Specifications

650

Total Space (m²)

3.2m

Ceiling Height

✓

Licensed Venue

Professional Hotel space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site

🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

✓Projector

✓Screen

✓PA System

✓Microphones

✓Wi-Fi

✓Flip Charts

✓Lectern

✓Lighting Controls

🎯 Suitable For

📋Corporate Events

📋Conferences

📋Wedding Receptions

📋Gala Dinners

📋Product Launches

📋Training Sessions

♿ Accessibility

✓Wheelchair accessible✓Accessible bathrooms✓Hearing loop available✓Guide dogs welcome

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Russell Square Underground (Piccadilly Line) - 3 minutes walk; King's Cross St. Pancras (Eurostar/mainline trains) - 10 minutes; Multiple bus routes on nearby streets; Heathrow Airport - 45 minutes by Tube

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

No on-site parking. Public parking available at Coram Street Car Park (5 minutes walk) and other nearby NCP facilities. Street parking limited and metered.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

7 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

300

theatre

boardroom

150

classroom

u shape

120

cabaret

350

reception

200

dining

180

banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?

Up to 350 guests for banquet style, 400 for cocktail reception, 280 for theatre style

What AV equipment is available?

Complete AV package including projector, sound system, microphones and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Is catering available?

Full service catering with customizable menus, dietary requirements accommodated

Is there parking available?

Limited on-site parking available, nearby public parking options, valet service upon request

Location & Contact

📍 Address

56-60 Guildford Street
WC1N 1DD, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreMeeting RoomsCorporate EventsWedding Venue

Venue Location

56-60 Guildford Street, London, WC1N 1DD

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 350 guests for banquet style, 400 for cocktail reception, 280 for theatre style

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Complete AV package including projector, sound system, microphones and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full service catering with customizable menus, dietary requirements accommodated

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available, nearby public parking options, valet service upon request

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🏛️

British Museum of World History

0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10 minutes walk

🎭Theatre

🎭

West End Theatre District

1.5 km (0.9 mi)• 15 minutes by Tube

🎵Concert Hall

🎵

Royal Opera House Covent Garden

2.1 km (1.3 mi)• 20 minutes by Tube

🏰Historic Site

🏰

Tower of London Historic Fortress

5.2 km (3.2 mi)• 25 minutes by Tube

📍Tourist Attraction

📍

London Eye Observation Wheel

3.8 km (2.4 mi)• 20 minutes by Tube

📍Market

📍

Camden Market Entertainment Quarter

2.5 km (1.6 mi)• 15 minutes by Tube

💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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The President Hotel

About This Venue

Smart Event Journeys™ (coming soon)

Capacity

Meeting Rooms

Mountbatten Suite

Wellington Room

Churchill Room

Features & Amenities

📐 Space Specifications

🍽️ Food & Catering

Dietary Options

🎤 AV Equipment

🎯 Suitable For

♿ Accessibility

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

🅿️ Parking

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

👥 Capacity by Setup

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Location & Contact

📍 Address

🏷️ Categories

Venue Location

Get Directions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

Q: What AV equipment is available?

Q: Is catering available?

Q: Is there parking available?

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🎭Theatre

🎵Concert Hall

🏰Historic Site

📍Tourist Attraction

📍Market

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