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President Hotel
Cape Town, South Africa
President Hotel
Cape Town, South Africa
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LIFESTYLE
2023 IP Members Choice Award

Cape Town Luxury and Convenience

LIFESTYLE
2023 IP Members Choice Award

President Hotel welcomes you to enjoy all the breathtaking sights, thrilling activities, and inspirational moments of Cape Town. With sweeping views stretching over the endless horizon of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and nestled below the majestic Lion's Head, in the nearly wind-free suburb of Bantry Bay, the property boasts an unparalleled location and surroundings. Approachable luxury and personal service come standard, while local style, authentic art, and innovative design set this hotel apart.

  • Relax in 349 spacious, comfortable guestrooms and apartment residences
  • Spend sun-kissed days on a chaise lounge beside the sparkling infinity pool
  • Savor delicious locally inspired cuisine, gourmet pizzas, at more at the hotel's restaurant, café, and bars
  • Explore the nearby beaches, mountains, shopping, and outdoor adventures
  • Luxurious Cove Spa offers a full selection of spa and wellness services

Over 250 years of Cape Town and South African history fill the halls of this remarkable hotel. First known as The Society House, it was built as a country retreat and later became Sea Point House, The Queen's Hotel, and The Hotel President. The rebuilt President Hotel was opened in 1998 by Nelson Mandela, the first president of a newly democratic South Africa.

Hotel Amenities

Event Space
Event Space
Family-Friendly
Family-Friendly
Fitness Center
Gym
Accessible
Accessible
Non-Smoking Rooms
Non-Smoking
On-Site Parking
Parking
Pool
Pool
Spa
Spa
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
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Accommodations

Feel right at home in one of President Hotel's 242 luxury guestrooms, with open kitchenettes and spacious working and seating areas, and even larger residential apartments with separate living and dining areas. Light, bright, and spacious, there is plenty of room to spread out. With an array of luxury amenities, smart technology, and stylish design, you will never want to leave. Sixth-floor guestrooms and apartments offer HotelFlix, a customized in-room entertainment solution that enables you to stream Netflix, Showmax, DSTV, and YouTube movies and videos right from your phone to the TV.

Covered parking and 24-hour room service offer convenience and security. A conference center, boardroom, and business center create a convenient spot for living and working in Cape Town. Enjoy a spa and fitness center, infinity swimming pool, children's entertainment area, and a full English breakfast buffet daily.

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Dining

President Hotel offers a wide range of food and drink experiences. Choose a breakfast buffet, snacks by the pool, a burger, or a bright salad depending on your mood and desire. Menus are designed to spotlight fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients and change with the season.

President Hotel The Base Artisanal Pizza and Pasta Restaurant

The Islands Restaurant – Renowned for the best breakfast in Cape Town, The Islands Restaurant's sumptuous buffet includes fresh pastries, pancakes, waffles, fruit, cereals, smoothies, and yogurts, as well as a wide selection of hot breakfast options. Dinner choices range from fresh mussels in a Cape Malay and lime curried sauce to a juicy tomahawk steak with garlicky toum and mushroom purée and green beans, plus many tasty vegan and vegetarian options.

The Botany Café Cape Town – This spot is a burst of freshness and innovation in the deli scene with mouth-watering wraps, seasonal salads, and juices bursting with just-squeezed freshness. A growing number of Capetonians are discovering this café's culinary pleasures. The focus at the Botany Café Cape Town is on all things fresh out of the farm and garden: organic, artisanal, seasonal, and full of flavor. 

The Senate Bar – Offering an extensive selection of beverages, whether you are in the mood for classic cocktails or artisanal coffees, you will always find something to sip on at The Senate Bar while marveling over endless ocean views.

The Deck Bar & Terrace – With the gentle sounds of the ocean setting the scene, The Deck Bar & Terrace is the perfect spot for you to unwind, relax, and enjoy. This is no place for haste, so let the bartender create your favorite cocktail, best served over sunset.

An extensive 24-hour room service menu offers a wide range of dishes for you to choose from, delivered to your door while you relax in the privacy of your room or apartment.
 

Activities at President Hotel

President Hotel Terrace and Pool with loungers

Relax and enjoy the outdoor infinity pool with comfortable sun loungers and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Lion's Head. Make time to visit the curio shop and be sure to take advantage of the supervised children's activity are. The convenience of the business center and meeting rooms will keep you connected during your stay.

The hotel's ultra-luxe Cove Spa delights guests with indulgent treatments and therapies at this sanctuary inspired by the captivating clouds that roll in over Cape Town's famed Table Mountain. Enjoy locally sourced, natural products during a range of experiences from massages to facials and more.
 

The Metropolitan Golf Course is the closest (3 mi / 5 km) world-class golf course to the hotel, but other notable courses, including The River Club (14 km), King David Mowbray Golf Club ( 9 mi / 15 km), and Royal Cape Golf Club ( 13 mi / 22 km) can be found in the Cape Town area.
    
Cape Town's sights, activities, and attractions are easily accessible. Clifton Beach, Sea Point Promenade, Cape Town's central business district, Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the Cape Town Convention Centre are all within 4 mi / 6 km of the hotel.

Location

President Hotel Cape Town is situated in the exclusive and wind-free suburb of Bantry Bay, just steps from the buzz of Cape Town's central business district, or CBD.

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Address

4 Alexander Road, Cape Town, South Africa

Transportation

  • Airport
    • Cape Town International Airport is 15 mi / 25 km from the hotel.
  • Bus and RIT
    • Cape Town's Red Sightseeing Bus is available 164 ft / 50 m from the hotel and Cape Town's Integrated Rapid Transport (RIT) system is just 328 ft / 100 m from the hotel.
       

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