from 3 sources
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"Service, cleanliness and overall review of the hotel is great, however, there is not a lot to do in the area." — source Hotels.com
"Overall, for the money is was a good hotel." — source Expedia
"Wouldn't stay there again for a business trip, but would consider for vacation." — source Hotels.com
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"While most hotels nowdays provide this service for free Hotel President chose to make a bussines out of it." — source Expedia
"The service at the desk and restaurant was excellent." — source Expedia
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"Loved this location and the atmosphere-beach, sun, pool, drinks at the pool and excellent breakfast." — source Hotels.com
"The hotel is located in a very residential area - quiet but extremely nice." — source Expedia
"The location is good and the parking is cheap." — source Expedia
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"However, the internet connection-which cost money to use-was horrible." — source Hotels.com
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"standard sea view room was nice but had not been vacuumed and there was hair all over the place." — source Expedia
More information on Protea Hotel President
The Protea Hotel President is situated in one of Cape Town's most beautiful suburbs - the luxurious Bantry Bay. The hotel's position and layout is such that most of the exclusively spacious bedrooms overlook the Atlantic Ocean or Lions head and Signal Hill. The President is a 4 star, full service hotel, offering disabled facilities and rooms. Over and above the hotel's beautiful views, the hotel offers 353 spacious rooms, some of the largest sea-front conference facilities in Cape Town seating up to 500 delegates, The Islands restaurant, 24 hour room service, The Senate bar, The Amber salon, a massage therapist, curio shop, gym, wireless internet access throughout the hotel, 200 undercover parking bays, transport desk, pool and terrace, and security controlled and monitored grounds. The Protea Hotel President's location is ideal as it is so central, and GUESTS are able to walk to many places. Moreover, there is a shuttle stop outside the hotel that takes GUESTS to Canal Walk, and if a GUEST wants to go anywhere in particular or navigate a route, there is a travel desk in the reception area where transport can be advised and arranged. The Protea Hotel President is a great hotel for teens, kids and adults alike. There is a kiddie's menu in the restaurant with items such as hotdogs and chicken. The hotel offers babysitting at R30 per hour, children under 13 on arrival get an activity pack filled with crayons, activity books and sweets, during the holiday season (roughly 20 Dec - 4 Jan) The President runs a kids programme whereby the hotel employs someone to entertain the children during this period. A room is a set aside and decorated for children as a playroom, and there are also organized activities to keep children occupied such as treasure hunts, competitions, and games as well as video games and movies. The atmosphere is relaxed, yet professional. The accommodation is luxurious, yet extremely affordable. It's a resort in the city. For business, functions and leisure, there is no better choice of venue.
Check-in Time:
1400Check-out Time:
1100Total Rooms:
Standard Non Sea Facing:Room offers 1 double bed or 1 twin bed with combined lounge and bedroom area with separate bathroom.Standard Sea Facing:Room offers 1 double bed or 1 twin bed with combined lounge and bedroom area with separate bathroom.1 Bedroom Apartment Non Sea Facing:Room offers 1 King size bed with one bedroom, separate lounge area with kitchenette, separate bathroom with bath & shower.1 Bedroom Apt Sea Facing:Room offers 1 King size bed with one bedroom, separate lounge area with kitchenette, separate bathroom with bath & shower.Total Floors:
6 floors.Rooms:
Standard Non Sea Facing:Room offers 1 double bed or 1 twin bed with combined lounge and bedroom area with separate bathroom.Standard Sea Facing:Room offers 1 double bed or 1 twin bed with combined lounge and bedroom area with separate bathroom.1 Bedroom Apartment Non Sea Facing:Room offers 1 King size bed with one bedroom, separate lounge area with kitchenette, separate bathroom with bath & shower.1 Bedroom Apt Sea Facing:Room offers 1 King size bed with one bedroom, separate lounge area with kitchenette, separate bathroom with bath & shower.Directions
The Protea Hotel President is the ideal base from which to explore and appreciate the beautiful Cape. Only 5 Minutes from the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, 5 minutes from Clifton Beach, 15 minutes from the Table Mountain Cable Way and 25 minutes from the International Airport. Stellenbosch and other Cape Wine Routes are a leisurely drive away, whilst cultural attractions such as the Cape Town Botanical Gardens, Parliament Buildings, SA National Art Gallery, Planetarium and others can be found nearby.
Area
Cape Town.
Dining
The Islands RestaurantThe Islands Restaurant serves buffet breakfast, a la carte lunch and dinner, and themed buffet dinners in the summer. There is often live entertainment such as a pianist, jazz band or string quartet with seating of 200 people.The Terrace RestaurantOpen during summer. Tables and chairs are outside on the pool terrace and guests can enjoy light meals, snacks and drinks.The Senate BarAvailable for drinks, cocktails and snacks with a large flat screen TV and smoking section.Room Service24 hours offering breakfast, snacks, light meals, main meals, desserts and beverages.
Information by RealTravelCheck rates & availability for this hotel — Average Price: $81

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