HOTEL PRESIDENT, Viareggio

Hotel President - Beachfront property with generous breakfast buffet and discounted beach club access

Situated directly on the seafront promenade, Hotel President offers a prime base for exploring Viareggio's beach and surrounding Tuscan towns. This four-star property, awarded a Blue Flag for beach quality, features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and plasma-screen TVs with Sky TV. Guests can rent laptops from reception. The buffet breakfast at the President Hotel includes over 80 items such as fresh croissants and fruit, along with à la carte options. The on-site restaurant, open from May through September, serves traditional Italian cuisine and four-course dinners. Hotel President partners with two beach clubs, including Irene Beach Club, providing discounted rates on sunbeds and umbrellas. The hotel's location places it a 10-minute walk from Viareggio Station and 30 metres from the bus station, making it easy to visit Lucca, Pisa, and Florence. The harbour is 400 metres away. A bar area offers cocktails and a relaxing atmosphere, while the 24-hour front desk provides concierge services and tour desk support. Family rooms are available, and the hotel offers laundry, dry cleaning, and luggage storage.

Pros

Staff are consistently praised as friendly, helpful, and attentive across multiple reviews.

Breakfast is a standout, with a wide variety of hot and cold options, including à la carte dishes and champagne.

The location is excellent for beach access (across the street) and within walking distance to the train station for day trips.

Rooms with sea views and balconies offer a pleasant experience, and housekeeping is efficient.

Cons

No outdoor pool or gym facilities available on-site.

Some guests reported that their room was slightly small or felt dated, and showers without curtains can wet the bathroom floor.