President Hotel

Cape Town, South Africa

Virgin rating

The hotel

The President Hotel offers guests a friendly atmosphere and relaxed ambiance. Situated in a spectacular setting, the classic design of the hotel mirrors perfectly the laid back lifestyle of Cape Town where lazy afternoons can be spent reclining by the palm-fringed pool, looking out over the Atlantic Ocean. The President Hotel has an enviable location set in the exclusive and wind-free Bantry Bay, just 7 km outside Cape Town’s CBD, it offers fresh sea air and panoramic mountain and ocean views that’ll see you unwinding in no time. With an enticing selection of restaurants, bars and lounges, the hotel is situated in a great location for those who want to venture out, Bantry Bay is great for local eateries but the President is also excellently located in the city half way between the famous V&A Waterfront and the first class beaches and eateries of Clifton and Camps Bay.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair access
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

In Bantry Bay in between Camps Bay and the V&A Waterfront. Transfer time from Cape Town Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

350 rooms and suites on 6 floors in 1 building with 3 lifts. All with air-conditioning, living area with satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, semi self-catering kitchenette with tea/coffee maker, microwave, safe and hairdryer. Classic Rooms, formally known as Standard Mountain Facing Rooms, feature an open-plan kitchenette, seating area, desk, bathroom and separate toilet. Rooms have 1 double bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Classic Mountain/Ocean Rooms, formally known as Mountain/Sea Facing Rooms, have 1 double bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Spacious and modern Classic Apartments have a lounge and dining area with an open-plan kitchenette, separate bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Available with mountain or urban views, and 1 king-size bed and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Ocean Suites overlook the infinity pool and the Atlantic Ocean, and have an open-plan kitchenette, lounge, desk, separate bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Suites have 1 king-size bed and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Family Ocean Suites have 2 bedrooms, open-plan kitchenette, lounge, desk and a shared bathroom, sleeping maximum 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

Signature Family Ocean Suites have 2 bedrooms, a generous living area, 2 bathrooms and ocean views. Suites have 2 king-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

Complimentary hotel shuttle to the V&A Waterfront (four times daily) during season.

The Islands Restaurant (buffet breakfast, à la carte lunch and dinner), Botany Café (healthy deli), Senate Bar, The Deck Bar, The Base Artisanal Pizzeria.

Swimming pool (unheated). Spa*. Gym and salon*. Kids play area. Available activities nearby at a local charge: tennis, squash, fishing, golf. Hiking and jogging trails. 

Complimentary WiFi for Virgin Holidays guests (download limits apply). Curio shop. 24-hour security, reception and room service*.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice hotel, great location... please work on reservations

Sep 30, 2024 Mike G Nairobi, Kenya

The hotel has a great location with beautiful views of Lion Head Mountain on one side and the ocean on the other. It's also accessible to nearby convenient places, with my best being Mojo Market which reminds of London's Covent Garden. Would have given a five star but the reservation process was quite a challenge as the team would take almost two… Read more
The hotel has a great location with beautiful views of Lion Head Mountain on one side and the ocean on the other. It's also accessible to nearby convenient places, with my best being Mojo Market which reminds of London's Covent Garden. Would have given a five star but the reservation process was quite a challenge as the team would take almost two days to respond to my enquiries. I thus went to the hotel with some apprehension as the booking process was not smooth but thankfully my stay was great. Loved it. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Dissapointing

Sep 30, 2024 LaverneS46 Sea Point, South Africa

Especially came there in person the morning after having made an online reservation for a table, which was confirmed, to ensure that said table will still be available and where it was placed as there was a big rugby game and we wanted to watch this. The manager/staff member, Ashwill still accompanied me to the tables and asked me to choose one… Read more
Especially came there in person the morning after having made an online reservation for a table, which was confirmed, to ensure that said table will still be available and where it was placed as there was a big rugby game and we wanted to watch this. The manager/staff member, Ashwill still accompanied me to the tables and asked me to choose one assuring me that yes my booking will be for that specific one for us to dine and watch the rugby. That he won’t be there but he would make sure that the staff on duty at that stage knows this as well. Only for us to arrive to no table whatsoever being available and that no tables could be booked when there is rugby, notwithstanding that the online booking system allowed a reservation and a manager/staff member in person provider assurance of said booking to be in order! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating HOTEL WITH A VIEW - OCEAN OR MOUNTAIN

Sep 25, 2024 REDAPPLE1822 Johannesburg, South Africa

The service is excellent and staff are most welcoming and friendly. The hotel offers a scrumptious breakfast and has a wide selection of salads for lunch. Clay oven delicious pizza were served perfectly. We requested feather pillow before arrival which were in the room at arrival. Been there the second time and will definitely be back !!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great hospitality

Sep 22, 2024 Ginisha K

Great friendly staff, superb breakfast and accommodating staff with an infant and toddler that we had during the stay. Great location and views of the ocean. Gwen from the reception was exceptional in her service Thank you to the mgmt staff
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful stay

Aug 9, 2024 mona k Kent, United Kingdom

We stayed in President hotel for a week, last week. It’s a great hotel in the beautiful setting over looking the ocean. We booked a suite with beach view which was a very good size room with a small kitchenette and all the essentials one could need for a short trip. The beds were super comfortable. We slept very well. We could also enjoy the… Read more
We stayed in President hotel for a week, last week. It’s a great hotel in the beautiful setting over looking the ocean. We booked a suite with beach view which was a very good size room with a small kitchenette and all the essentials one could need for a short trip. The beds were super comfortable. We slept very well. We could also enjoy the beautiful sunset from the comfort of our room. Breakfast was very good with plenty of variety. We also had light lunch and dinner here once and thoroughly enjoyed it. But the 10/10 score goes to staff. Each and everyone of them. From the check in desk to the porter to the breakfast ladies and gents , he concierge, as well as the guard at the gate. Each one of them makes every effort to make you feel welcome. Nothing is too much for the staff and that’s what make the President hotel truest wonderful place to stay. Read less