{"id":19834,"date":"2024-06-03T15:35:24","date_gmt":"2024-06-03T13:35:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/?p=19834"},"modified":"2024-06-03T15:35:24","modified_gmt":"2024-06-03T13:35:24","slug":"the-president-hotel-reimagined","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/accommodation\/the-president-hotel-reimagined\/","title":{"rendered":"The President Hotel, Reimagined."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Cape Town\u2019s most loved hotel captures th<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>e essence of the Cape through elegant design and <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>authentic experiences as it launches its reimagined spaces, unveiling a hospitality legacy.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Nestled between mountains and sea, in the cosmopolitan coastal city of Cape Town, the President Hotel has revealed its beautifully refurbished rooms, the new Cove Wellness Spa and soon to be revamped Botany Caf\u00e9 launching in July 2024.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Mardr\u00e9 Meyer, Creative Director of Source Interior Brand Architecture (Source IBA), expressed enthusiasm about their role in the project, stating, &#8220;Always looking towards global lifestyle movements and how they apply in the local context, our studio could not have been more excited to be a part of the ongoing reinvention of The President Hotel \u2013 a true Cape Town icon.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The President has unveiled a beautifully revitalised sanctuary for guests to breathe, rest and restore whilst experiencing all that one of the most beautiful cities in the world has to offer. Guests can enjoy luxurious and contemporary style rooms, interleading family apartments and sophisticated suites that feature bespoke furniture pieces inspired by South Africa\u2019s heritage, culture and craftmanship, all created exclusively for the hotel.<\/p>\n<p>The interiors are a curated celebration of the Cape Town\u2019s diverse narrative with each floor representing a theme including oceans, fauna, flora, landscapes, culture in the city and surrounds. The focus of each space is the view and natural light with the material palette incorporating earthy tones, natural materials, and soft shapes, giving a resort-like sophistication with each theme\u2019s colour palette embracing the beauty of natural surroundings \u2013 the deep blue of the oceans; vibrant green of flora and the maroon and pink hues of the sunrise.<\/p>\n<p>Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Table Mountain, Lion\u2019s Head and the Atlantic Ocean, showcasing spectacular views, the entire space encapsulates a memorable Mother City experience. Comfy occasional chairs with leather trims, spacious sleeper couches, dining tables with pitted base and three-legged details, organic shaped oak coffee tables, chairs with woven rope, organic mirrors, fluted lamp shades and bespoke rugs all weave a story to be told.<\/p>\n<p>Committed to conscientious and sustainable luxury, conscious construction considerations were top of mind throughout the process to ensure commitment to the hotel&#8217;s ongoing sustainability efforts. Some of these include handmade bin baskets from local unemployed community, the Healing Earth range of amenities, installation of local Snomaster bar fridges in all rooms with energy consumption less than 1 kWh\/day.<\/p>\n<p>Lead Project Designer Bianca Minnaar from Source IBA emphasised the hotel&#8217;s unique setting, &#8220;Its prime location and gorgeous sweeping views make this property a true urban resort, so we aimed to introduce texture, calm and a sense of space into the guestrooms while pumping up the energy in the public spaces.<\/p>\n<p>A whole host of exciting renovations are still coming to The President, as it undergoes a significant reinvestment into its guest spaces.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith Cape Town being one of the most beautiful cities in the world and considered the tourism capital of Africa, The President Hotel\u2019s reimagination of spaces is a commitment to offering guests an authentic and exceptional experience. We\u2019re excited about the future and can\u2019t wait to welcome guests to Cape Town\u2019s most loved hotel,\u201d says Managing Director, Jeremy Clayton.<\/p>\n<p>The President Hotel is South Africa\u2019s largest independent hotel, celebrating over 257 years of hospitality and 26 years since the newly rebuilt hotel was opened by Nelson Mandela on 3 June.<\/p>\n<p>For more information and to book your stay, visit www.presidenthotel.co.za.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"detail\">Issued for The President Hotel by:<br \/>\nZubeida Abrahams \u2219 FusionDesign<br \/>\nCellphone number:\u00a0 072 392 4107<br \/>\nEmail :\u00a0zubeida@fusiondesign.co.za<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The President Hotel:<br \/>\nContact: Fatima Anter \u2219 Communications Manager<br \/>\nContact number: 021 434 8111<br \/>\nEmail :\u00a0fatima@presidenthotel.co.za<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Cape Town\u2019s most loved hotel captures the essence of the Cape through elegant design and authentic experiences as it launches its reimagined spaces, unveiling a hospitality legacy. 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