President Hotel

4.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool

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Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and umbrellas.
Guests can enjoy a serene ocean view from the comfort of their room, surrounded by a potted plant and a collection of books.
Enjoy a peaceful morning on this ocean-facing balcony with a table set for a relaxing moment.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, chair, and floor lamp, offering a view of the city.
Enjoy ocean views from the balcony and relax in the spacious bed with a view.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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4 Alexander Road, Bantry Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Clifton Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Camps Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Room options

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Ocean Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Mountain Apartment with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Signature Family Ocean Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Ocean Room King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Mountain Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 947 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Mountain Room Twin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Ocean Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 947 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Ocean Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Ocean Room Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Signature Ocean Suite with Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Mountain Room King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Presidential Ocean Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Sea Point within a 5-minute walk of Sea Point Promenade, President Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Queens Beach. This 349-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, a gym, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Clifton Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Long Street - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Esplanade Station - 9 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 14 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jarryds - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Andalousse Moroccan Cuisine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vagabond Kitchens - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kanéla Café - ‬6 min walk

About this property

President Hotel

Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool
President Hotel features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. If you drive, self parking is ZAR 70 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 750 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs. Tempur-Pedic beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and safes are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured self parking on site (ZAR 70 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 250 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Islands Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 25 2025 to September 19 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 250 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 750 per vehicle (one way)
  • Secured self parking fee: ZAR 70 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

President Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel President
Protea Hotel President Cape Town
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President Hotel Cape Town
President Cape Town
President Hotel Hotel
President Hotel Cape Town
President Hotel Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at President Hotel?

President Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at President Hotel?

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at President Hotel on Aug 14, 2025 start from $104.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around President Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Sea Point within a 10-minute walk of Sea Point Promenade and Queens Beach. You'll also find Clifton Bay Beach and Camps Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at President Hotel?

Yes, secured parking is offered for ZAR 70 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at President Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include couples treatments, mani/pedis, body treatments, and massages.

Does President Hotel include a casino?

No, President Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at President Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is President Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at President Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does President Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, President Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Islands Restaurant.

Does President Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at President Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does President Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to President Hotel?

The closest major airport to President Hotel is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 16 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at President Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at President Hotel.

President Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 677 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 677 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 677 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 677 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 677 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely mini break for our family. The staff are attentive, dining options excellent and facilities are great. Would definitely recommend for a break in Cape Town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average hotel in good location

For the cost it was quite an average hotel. Really great location, we enjoyed exploring the area and going along the promenade. Buffet breakfast wasn’t anything special and I’d recommend eating at one of the amazing food places nearby instead.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lily

Liked: Amenities
The most expensive from all my hotel in Cape Town and they gave us a ground floor view to the parking.Beside that nice hotel delicious breakfast. Easy communication with the staff and the concierge. Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and access to many amenities. Nice pool area and restaurant. Needs some updates. The rooms look a little tired.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tania

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jordana

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room but no clock or radio or close up mirror. Couldn't run a tab
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Convenient for airport. Good customer service. Didn’t like bathroom being part of the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco, Lisboa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aimiehi

I was robbed of my Rolex in the hotel room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moishe

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection as always

Great hotel and lovely staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen, Greenville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Maryam

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great holiday spot along the coast. Entertainment program and activities for the kids
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rosalind

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURA

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024