From the outside, the President resembles more of a large, grey shopping center than a hotel. A row of pillars punctuates the outer edge of the property's ground floor, helping to support a covered sidewalk. The second story has floor-to-ceiling windows. However, once inside, guests are engulfed in the hotel's contemporary style, full of rich browns, polished floors, chic leather, and sharp-angled minimalistic decor. The open floor plan includes a large, smooth, and shiny front desk, plenty of spacious seating on snazzy couches with unique glass and wood coffee tables, ornate mirrors, and row after row of in-ceiling track lighting. The whole vibe is slick, indulgent, and sparklingly clean. This style is found throughout the hotel, in both the well-lit Il Verziere Restaurant and in the casual but contemporary El Colonne Bar.

Located in the middle of central Milan, the NH President's convenience is hard to beat. The Duomo is a one-minute walk away and the San Babila metro station and bus stop are just out front. The elegant Via Montenapoleone, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the Teatro alla Scala are all nearby. The hotel is also surrounded by a large commercial area, which contributes to its popularity among business travelers. Milan's Linate airport can be reached via the 73 bus, which stops in front of the hotel.

All 274 rooms at the President are spotless and feature chic decor in line with that of the hotel's public spaces. Rooms have beautiful hardwood flooring and are either wallpapered or painted in a charcoal blue. Accents and furniture alternate between various types of wood, but all blend beautifully with the design of the rooms. Most rooms have a separate desk area with telephone and feature flat-screen TVs, kettles, and capsule coffee and tea machines. All categories except for Standard Rooms have a sofa and chair seating area, and some suites include a dining table. Some rooms have small, narrow balconies. Views vary from room to room; book a Duomo Suite for a guaranteed view of the cathedral. All bathrooms are spotless, modern, and have shower/tub combos. Both smoking and non-smoking rooms are on offer.

Features include a currency exchange, meeting and conference rooms, and a business center, as well as an on-site Italian restaurant and bar with 24-hour room service. Although the Wi-Fi is free, the service is mediocre; guests who want fast Internet need to upgrade to "premium" access for a fee. There's no fitness center and guests with cars are left to their own devices, as the hotel doesn't provide any sort of parking. Small animals are welcome for free, while larger pets may incur a fee. The hotel also serves a generous free breakfast. If guests get hungry between meals, they can grab a snack or soda from one of the hallway snack stations.