What a pleasant experience! We stayed at this hotel (now the Protea Fire & Ice) for 4 nights leading up to Christmas. It was at the tail end of our South African holiday and needed something comfortable and well-suited for our needs. This place met them.
Number 1, the service was impecible! I'm a stickler for hotel service. Having spent many years in the industry, I look for it and expect it. It is obvious that this hotel company and the management values excellent guest service. They delivered. I LOVE when employees remember me and call me by name. We were ALWAYS greeted with kind smiles and service. From reption, to the restaurant, the bar, to transportation, everyone made us feel very welcome. Thank You!
The design was well planned and comfortable. Often times hotels try to go trendy and hip and end up looking overdone or cheap. Not this place. The design is hip and quality. And...with a nice sense of humor.
Price/Value it was worth it. The room was comfortable and necessary for our tour days. Upkeep and housekeeping is excessive...but they do it with ease.
The Pool...is odd. I would have loved to swim but its difficult to relax with restaurant patrons watching you. Also...my only issue was the bar staff was sometimes not as attentive as everyone else.
Regardless, they delivered. The location is a little sketchy but we never felt unsafe. The hotel provided us with gracious transportation and quick service. They're hired cars are a little more than taxi's but the service and speed was impressive.
Good Job!
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, pet owners, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Great pool scene, Families with Small Children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Other