The President Hotel

THE HOTEL

Located in Bantry Bay between the vibrant city and the Atlantic Ocean, the President Hotel welcomes you to Cape Town and all its breathtaking sights, thrilling activities, and inspiring experiences. Sophisticated luxury and personal service come standard, while local style, authentic artwork, and innovative design set us apart as the most-loved destination hotel in the Mother City where nature, adventure, culture, and excitement are never more than a few moments away. Whether you want to spend a day exploring our iconic mountain, laze on a Blue Flag beach, discover your new favorite local dish or immerse yourself in our unique melting pot of cultures and authentic adventures – you’ll find it all right here in Cape Town. Exploring Cape Town has never been this easy – let us take you on this journey! Step outside and discover a world of wonder right on our doorstep. Just a short stroll down the road from the hotel will take you to The Atlantic Ocean where Queen’s Beach and Saunders’ Rock Beach lead onto Sea Point Promenade and the Sea Point Pool. Continue along the Promenade to the famous V&A Waterfront, while looking out for whales, dolphins, and seals along the way. Do you like to hike, trail run, or explore on foot? The entrance to Lion’s Head is directly behind us on Signal Hill Road or follow the signs to one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, Table Mountain.  

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Hop-On Hop-Off Red City Sightseeing Bus The best way to see Cape Town. Distance from hotel: 20m Sea Point Promenade 11km walkway running from Bantry Bay to Mouille Point. Distance from hotel: 50m Sea Point Pool Olympic-sized seawater pool on the ocean’s edge. Distance from hotel: 700m Table Mountain Aerial Cableway One of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. Enjoy 360° views as you glide to the top of iconic Table Mountain. Distance from hotel: 7km V&A Waterfront A stylish shopping and entertainment destination. Distance from hotel: 7km. A complimentary shuttle is available at the front entrance on a first-come first-serve basis (in season only). Beaches Amongst the best in the world, right on your doorstep! Complimentary shuttle available at the front entrance on a first come first serve basis (during December only). Saunders’ Rock Beach Distance from hotel: 100m Queen’s Beach Distance from hotel: 350m Clifton 1st Beach Distance from hotel: 2km Camps Bay Distance from hotel: 5km Simon’s Town and Boulders Beach Distance from hotel: 40km Parks, Gardens & Nature Reserves Stroll, picnic, and play in these lush green oases. Green Point Urban Park Distance from hotel: 3.5km Company’s Garden Park and Heritage Site Distance from hotel: 8km Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden Distance from hotel: 17km Silvermine Nature Reserve Distance from hotel: 35km Winelands Savor some of South Africa’s finest wines from our Presidential Wine Experience Menu. Or discover and explore the local wine farms and estates to enjoy the fruit of the vine from the source. The Constantia Wine Route Distance from hotel: 20km Durbanville Wine Valley Distance from hotel: 30km Stellenbosch Winelands Distance from hotel: 55km Markets Browse, sample, and shop at these lively markets. MOJO Market - Sea Point. Distance from hotel: 800m (Monday to Sunday) Greenmarket Square - CBD. Distance from hotel: 4.6km (Monday to Sunday) Oranjezicht City Farm Market - V&A Waterfront. Distance from hotel: 5km (Saturday and Sunday) The Old Biscuit Mill Market - Woodstock. Distance from hotel: 9km (Saturday and Sunday) The Bay Harbour Market - Hout Bay. Distance from hotel: 19km (Friday to Sunday) ROOT44 Market - Stellenbosch. Distance from hotel: 50km (Saturday and Sunday)   OCEAN EXPERIENCES Seal Snorkeling Frolic with playful seals in the waves. Kayaks and Stand Up Paddling (SUP) Paddle along the beautiful Atlantic Seaboard and beyond. Deep-Sea Fishing Charters Catch the big one on a chartered fishing expedition. Scuba Diving Explore underwater shipwrecks and sea life in Sea Point. Kite Surfing Learn to kite surf like a pro. Shark Expeditions Get up close to great white sharks and other fascinating marine life. Yacht Cruises (private or shared) Daily sailing tours along the beautiful Cape Coastline. Whale Watching (June – November) Visit The Point (first floor) and use the telescope for Whale Spotting. Don’t forget to ring the bell when you spot these magnificent creatures.