B&B HOTEL TORINO PRESIDENT, Turin

Located on the busy Baldissera roundabout, the hotel offers direct bus access to the historic centre, Porta Susa train station (for airport shuttles), and the Allianz Stadium. Parco Dora is a 12-minute walk, and the Cottolengo Hospital is nearby. The immediate neighbourhood is a multi-ethnic, less-upkept area with closed shops and construction works, which can feel unsafe to walk through at night. On-street parking is very limited, and the roundabout generates 24-hour traffic noise. For attractions and better dining, it is a 30-40 minute walk or a short bus ride into central Turin.

Room types include double, twin, and quadruple configurations with comfortable beds and good storage (wardrobe, safe, bag stand). All rooms have a private bathroom with shower, bidet, and hairdryer, though some shower controls can be unintuitive and a few bathrooms lack ventilation or towel hooks. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar or fridge, and parquet floors. Rooms on lower floors and facing the roundabout can be very noisy from traffic, ambulances, and construction. Connecting doors between rooms are a major source of sound. The air conditioning system is operational but older units may blow dusty air; heating works well. No rooms have balconies. Top-floor rooms offer mountain views (Superga). Spacious double and quadruple units are available, though the property is older and basic in decor.

The breakfast buffet offers a varied selection including sweet and savoury items, fresh coffee from an automatic machine, bacon, eggs, and pastries. The buffet is replenished quickly, though availability may drop closer to closing time (10:00). The breakfast room is spacious with an outdoor terrace option. There is no restaurant or bar on site, but a vending machine area with snacks and drinks operates in the lobby, along with a small shop selling packed meals, hygiene amenities, and forgotten travel items. Several simple pizzerias, Indian restaurants, and a Sicilian pastry shop are within a 5-10 minute walk, and the hotel can provide personal dining recommendations for nicer restaurants further afield.

The 24-hour reception offers express check-in/out, safety deposit boxes, a concierge service, and a warm, helpful (and often polyglot) team. Free luggage storage is available for early arrivals and late departures. Daily housekeeping is included; rooms are cleaned and beds made daily, with towels replaced when placed in the shower tray. The hotel has a lift, family rooms, and wheelchair-accessible features (emergency cord, grab rails, lower sink). A business centre and fax/photocopying are available for an additional fee. WiFi is free in all areas. The property is non-smoking throughout with a designated smoking area on site. Pets are allowed on request at €5 per day. Private parking includes an outdoor lot and a secure underground garage (max height 2.50m) at €10/day, with lift access to the hotel. On-site electric vehicle charging points are available. Guests are advised to keep ID cards with them at all times and not to leave them at reception. Connecting rooms are available on request.