Fresh off the press
AT THE PRESIDENT
Through our exciting events, promotions and general awesomeness, we tend to get a mention or two in the press.
The President Hotel
Cape Town Telegraph: Valentine’s Day Open-Air Movie
The Valentine’s Day Open-Air Movie event invites loved ones and friends to a romantic evening under the stars with a picnic at The President Hotel. Attendees are treated to a silent open-air cinema with the screening of the Golden Globe award-winning film, “The Greatest Showman”. The musical biographic film tells the story of P.T Barnum becoming a worldwide sensation.
Cape Town Tourism: Valentine’s Day at the President Hotel
Cape Town’s much loved open-air movie night at The President Hotel is back! With the month of love fast approaching, The President Hotel invites loved ones and friends alike to enjoy a romantic Valentine’s Day evening surrounded by breath-taking sea views.
KFM Online: Enjoy a Sunset Valentine’s Day Picnic and Open-Air Cinema
When: February 14th 2020, 6:00pm – February 14th 2020, 10:00pm Cost: R450 per person. VIP R1700 per couple Contact: Reception [+27 (0) 21 434 8111] Website: https://presidenthotel.co.za/.
SA Life Magazine: Valentine’s picnic & open-air cinema screening at the President Hotel
Cape Town’s much loved open-air movie night at The President Hotel is back! With the month of love fast approaching, The President Hotel invites loved ones and friends alike to enjoy a romantic Valentine’s Day evening surrounded by breath-taking sea views.
The Inside Guide: The 20 Best Swimming Pools in Cape Town
Situated in the exclusive (and wind-free) suburb of Bantry Bay, The President is set against the backdrop of Lion’s Head and Table Mountain and boasts beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean. Its uniquely shaped infinity pool is one of the most Instagrammed in the city – and it’s open to the public every year from 1 February until 14 December!
Twin Cities: Beach, Bush and Mountains: Where to go for a South Africa odyssey
A family-friendly option nestled in Bantry Bay, between the bustling city and the idyllic Atlantic Coast, is The President Hotel. With 349 luxury rooms and child-friendly apartments with full-functioning kitchenettes, this hotel quickly feels like home.
Tourism Update: Cape Town upbeat about festive season figures
The Western Cape hospitality industry has reported positive numbers for the past festive season and these have been sustained into early January.
Tourism Tattler: Dynamic Foresight Yields Exemplary Hotel Results
President Hotel, situated in Bantry Bay, yielded exemplary results this festive season, despite the downward turn in the South African economy.
Iconic President Hotel Gets a New Look
The new look design of the President Hotel features a modern spin on African Cultural influences with bespoke finishes and suitable details.
Monthly Wine Pairing
We immediately knew we were at the right place welcoming smiles, warm atmosphere, crisp white tablecloths candle light and perfecting….
Stand Proud In Cape Town
The President Hotel is an Icon when compared to other heritage hotels in Cape Town standing proudly in Bantry Bay it’s been a land mark for more than 250 years…
Wineland
The release of the Prodigy, diemersfontein third Pinotage in its premium range, provided an ideal opportunity to update the winery.
Publication: Business Traveler Africa
Preferred Hotels & Resorts added 16 new member hotels to its global portfolio between July and September, two of which are in South Africa.
A Revamped Hotel Fit for a President (and the Kids)
Thursday night saw the relaunch of the President Hotel in Bantry Bay, Cape Town, which shut down over winter for improvements and renovations. On the night, general manager Jeremy Clayton said: “We’ve refurbished the reception area, the corridors and the rooms, and we’ve made many small changes to the hotel throughout.
Celebrate Christmas At The President Hotel With A Gourmet Lunch By The Sea
The President Hotel welcomes guests from all over the world to join in the festive celebrations as they host their sought after Christmas special featuring a mouth-watering lunch buffet set to ensure a memorable culinary experience. Nestled beneath Bantry Bay’s majestic Lion’s Head, the serene sea views create an idyllic setting for all to be merry – offering the perfect breakaway for the entire family to enjoy!
‘n Nodige Ruskans Vóór die Vakansie
Die President-hotel het ‘n nuwe baadjie gekry en is nou ‘n lekker bederf vir besoekers én Kapenaars, skryf Edrea du Toit.
The President Hotel in Bantry Bay is ready to welcome guests with a smart new look
One of the oldest properties on the Atlantic seaboard, The President Hotel, was reopened by its namesake, former president Nelson Mandela, in 1998.
It once welcomed guests Lady Anne and Andrew Barnard, secretary the the Cape government way back in 1797….
A Facelift for The President
The Presdent has a deep rooted history and the iconic Bantry Bay landmark, which happens to be one of the oldest properties on the Atlantic Seaboard, has just received a major revamp…
The New And Improved President Hotel
Interior Architect, Justin Raath spearheaded the hotel’s redesign, putting a modern spin on African cultural influences with bespoke finishing and sustainable details. The story of the design is intended to communicate authenticity by being true to the hotel’s history, considering all material used and lastly, bringing the space to life with kinetic furniture and art pieces.
Newly Revamped President Hotel Pays Tribute To Cape Town
Last month the President Hotel invited members of the press to view their newly refurbished floors, proudly paying tribute to the beauty of Cape Town.
Apart from the two floors (5th and 6th floors) the renovations also included a new Kiddies Play Area, Reception, The Point Lounge and Deck, Owners’ Lounge and Deck Bar, and refurbished rooms.
The Newly Refurbished President Hotel in Bantry Bay
The recently refurbished President Hotel in Cape Town’s Bantry Bay is the perfect place for both locals and visitors to celebrate the best of the Mother City this summer season.
Twenty years ago president Nelson Mandela reopened the President Hotel after it had undergone a major facelift. Now, once again, the iconic hotel is writing a new chapter in its long history.
The President Hotel: Why this Cape Town resort gets our vote
The President Hotel is the jewel in Cape Town’s gem-encrusted crown. It’s not just somewhere to stay, it’s a home from home.
What do we all want from a president? We’d say integrity, class and dedicated service to the people. The cynics may argue we don’t really get that from our elected officials any more, but The President Hotel can most certainly boast all of these highly-esteemed qualities.
Wine & Dine
A Six-Course Dinner Paired with Fine Wine
Nestled beneath Lion’s Head and surrounded by ocean views, the President Hotel, Cape Town and ececutive Chef, Philip Alcock invite food and wine lovers on a unique culinary journey as a part of their Wine & Dine series to enjoy a six-course collaboration dinner…
What’s On: President Hotel
With the introduction of their new internationally-acclaimed executive chef and SASSI Trailblazer, Philip Alcock, the President Hotel in Bantry Bay invites food and wine lovers to its monthly “Wine & Dine” dinner events.
A Premium Paring Of Wine & Culinary Creations At The President Hotel
The President Hotel will be introducing their new internationally acclaimed executive chef and SASSI Trailblazer, Philip Alcock, situated in Bantry Bay they invite food and wine lovers to their monthly Wine & Dine dinner events. Nestled beneath Lion’s Head and surrounded by ocean views, the series takes diners on a sophisticated culinary journey with a five-course dinner masterfully paired with a selection of distinguished wine estates.
President Hotel Launches Five-course Dinner Series
The President Hotel, in Bantry Bay will be launching a monthly five-course dinner series to mark the introduction of its new executive chef, Philip Alcock.
Each month’s dishes will be created using seasonally sourced ingredients and paired with local South African wines.
Food and Wine Flows at the President Hotel
Cape Town has a reputation for serving the best food, paired with exquisite local wines – and the President Hotel, situated in Bantry Bay, is adding to the honourary title by hosting a monthly wine and dine experience. It will be rolling out the red carpet for guests with a premium pairing of wine and culinary creations to share with a loved one. In the context of staying affordable, the superb five-course dinners are priced at only R325 per person.
Loyalty Programme Launch
Business Fortnight Online: Preferred Hotels & Resorts added 16 new member hotels to its global portfolio
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 750 hotels, resorts, and residences across 85 countries, is pleased to announce the addition of 16 new member hotels to its global portfolio between July 1 to September 30, 2019.
Each of these distinctive new member properties will spark wanderlust among travelers seeking new and authentic one-of-a-kind experiences around the globe.
Travel Trade Journal: Preferred Hotels & Resorts welcomes 16 new member hotels
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 750 hotels, resorts, and residences across 85 countries, is pleased to announce the addition of 16 new member hotels to its global portfolio between July 1 to September 30, 2019.
Each of these distinctive new member properties will spark wanderlust among travelers seeking new and authentic one-of-a-kind experiences around the globe.
Travel Daily: Preferred Hotels welcomes 16 new members
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, independent hotel brand representing more than 750 hotels, resorts, and residences across 85 countries, has announced the addition of 16 new member hotels to its global portfolio between 1 July –30 September 2019.
Each of these distinctive new member properties will spark wanderlust among travellers seeking new and authentic one-of-a-kind experiences around the globe.
Hotelier & Hospitality: Preferred Hotels & Resorts Welcomes 16 New Member Hotels
Offering more than two decades of authentic hospitality and 250 years of heritage, the President Hotel has become a Cape Town institution following its reopening in 1998 by President Nelson Mandela.
With 349 luxury guestrooms and apartments, it is now Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ largest hotel in Africa.
President-hotel hou partytjie
Die President-hotel in Kaapstad vier sy 20ste verjaardag met ‘n straatstyl-partytjie.
Van die middag tot sonsondergang kan besoekers die uitsig van die Atlantiese Oseaan en Leeukop saam met die hotel se kos- en drankaanbiedinge geniet.
Be Cool By The Pool With The President Hotel
A couple of weeks ago I joined the peeps from The President Hotel in Bantry Bay to celebrate the launch of the summer season.
Picture the scene: A beautiful, sunny day. Cocktails by the pool. A live performance by Matthew Mole. And general awesomeness all round…
President Hotel Loyalty Card: The Truman Show
The President Hotel Loyalty Card is a great concept in attracting – and keeping – locals by offering great benefits and specials. THE TRUMAN SHOW reports:
President Hotel Loyalty Card: The Truman Show
Capetonians often bemoan the fact that upmarket establishments focus on the international tourist, to the detriment of locals. And very often the cavil is not unwarranted.
Relaunching The President Hotel In Bantry Bay
Over the years, the President Hotel has become a weekend go-to for locals looking to catch up over a cocktail and a vacation must for tourists when visiting Bantry Bay. The hotel, with its crisp white exterior and crystal-clear swimming pool (the envy of most pool-owners in Cape Town, I’m sure) is perfectly situated, with no need to compromise on dreamy beach front views to be closer to popular tourist attractions.
Christmas Special
Premier: Celebrate Christmas at The President Hotel by the sea
The President Hotel welcomes guests from all over the world to join in the festive celebrations as they host their sought after Christmas special featuring a mouth-watering lunch buffet set to ensure a memorable culinary experience.
Nestled beneath Bantry Bay’s majestic Lion’s Head, the serene sea views create an idyllic setting for all to be merry – offering the perfect breakaway for the entire family to enjoy!
Blazon Magazine: Celebrate Christmas at The President Hotel by the sea
The President Hotel welcomes guests from all over the world to join in the festive celebrations as they host their sought after Christmas special featuring a mouth-watering lunch buffet set to ensure a memorable culinary experience.
Nestled beneath Bantry Bay’s majestic Lion’s Head, the serene sea views create an idyllic setting for all to be merry – offering the perfect breakaway for the entire family to enjoy!
Escape the festive scramble with a Christmas feast by the sea
Christmas in Cape Town means perfect weather, good company, and lasting memories, but with all the planning involved it can be more frantic than fun. To ensure both locals and visitors celebrate the best of the holiday; the President Hotel, set on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, will be serving up a buffet style feast and a festive atmosphere on 25 December with dishes no one in the family will be able to resist.
Lets Go Says
Celebrate the festive season with family and friends at the President Hotel. Enjoy a delectable three-course Christmas Day lunch buffet with all the trimmings!
Expect an extensive SA wine offering, curated gin menu and craft beer on offer, festive live entertainment, an infinity pool and deck bar; along with a kids play area.
Bookings are essential.
Escape The Festive Scramble with a Christmas Feast by The Sea
Christmas in Cape Town means perfect weather, good company, and lasting memories, but with all the planning involved it can be more frantic than fun. To ensure both locals and visitors celebrate the best of the holiday; the President Hotel, set on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, will be serving up a buffet style feast and a festive atmosphere on 25 December with dishes no one in the family will be able to resist.
Christmas Lunch Specials around South Africa
Enjoy an unforgettable Christmas Lunch with the ones you love!
To help you enjoy this special day with minimal effort we have listed restaurants around South Africa offering amazing Christmas Lunch specials.
New Year’s Eve
The Inside Guide: The Hottest New Year’s Eve Parties in Cape Town
A sensational three-course menu, sundowners, and all-night dancing are on the cards, with The President pulling out all the stops to ring in the new year in style.
Set in wind-free Bantry Bay – with Lion’s Head as the backdrop and ocean views on tap – the hotel’s summertime vibes are legendary, making it perfect for the party of the year.
New Year’s Eve Events in Cape Town
This year, as with so many years before, Cape Town is set to become a raging hotspot for celebrations this coming New Year’s Eve. And with so many parties, dinner events, and celebrations to choose from in the Mother City, you can bring in 2019 in YOUR kind of fashion! Here are some of the best New Year’s events to look forward to…
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The President Hotel
Ring in 2018 at The President Hotel, hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration for all to enjoy.
Raise a glass to the New Year on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, and nestled beneath Bantry Bay’s iconic Lion’s Head and Table Mountain, at the President Hotel.
New Years Eve Bash at the President Hotel
The President Hotel invites visitors and locals to wind down 2018 in style, and enjoy the incredible sea and mountain views in the windless paradise of Bantry Bay. Ease into the end of year bash by soaking up the summer rays poolside whilst sipping on signature sundowners, and indulge in a spectacular three course gourmet buffet with local DJ entertainment to keep you celebrating till the clock strikes midnight.
New Years Eve Bash at the President Hotel
The President Hotel invites visitors and locals to wind down 2018 in style, and enjoy the incredible sea and mountain views in the windless paradise of Bantry Bay.
Ease into the end of year whilst sipping on signature cocktails, a gourmet three-course meal and local DJ entertainment.
Year-End Function Package
Loyalty Programme Pizza Special at The Base Pizzeria
The President Hotel has launched a new, exciting loyalty programme for locals and visitors.
With free sign-up and amazing discounts when you drink or dine, there’s really no reason not to sign up for this generous programme. Dine out at the hotel’s five exceptional eateries and win points.
Celebrate your year-end function at the President Hotel in Cape Town
Breathtaking sea and mountain views, fine wine and delectable eats; after a year of hard work, the President Hotel is in the ideal location situated in beautiful Bantry Bay providing the perfect backdrop for your year-end function. From 19 November to 07 December, the hotel’s friendly staff will create a personalised and bespoke celebration, for groups large or small, to suit even the most diverse needs. A welcome glass of bubbles, Christmas crackers and hats will be provided, setting the tone for a memorable occasion, starting at only R320 per person.
Celebrate your year-end function at the President Hotel in Cape Town
Breathtaking sea and mountain views, fine wine and delectable eats; after a year of hard work, the President Hotel is in the ideal location situated in beautiful Bantry Bay providing the perfect backdrop for your year-end function. From 19 November to 07 December, the hotel’s friendly staff will create a personalised and bespoke celebration, for groups large or small, to suit even the most diverse needs. A welcome glass of bubbles, Christmas crackers and hats will be provided, setting the tone for a memorable occasion, starting at only R320 per person.
