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The President Hotel

Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,071 reviewed · 100 listed · Scored from 5,765 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(5765) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury All-Inclusive Wellness ResortsSpa & Wellness Retreats
The President Hotel
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Luxury All-Inclusive Wellness Resorts, Spa & Wellness Retreats
Reviews
5765

What recent reviews say

Strong location and warm staff keep regulars returning, but aging fixtures and maintenance gaps undercut the luxury promise. Rooms vary widely: some offer ocean views and kitchenettes, others disappoint on comfort and cleanliness. Service shines when staff like Morgan and the canteen team are present, yet follow-through on requests wavers.

Praised for
  • attentive staff
  • beachfront location
  • spacious rooms
  • friendly service
  • helpful concierge
Watch-outs
  • outdated bathrooms and furnishings
  • inconsistent breakfast
  • poor temperature control
  • pest issues
  • unfulfilled promises
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Best for: Travellers prioritising location and staff warmth over cutting-edge facilities.
Think twice if: Rooms and bathrooms need renovation; air conditioning and pest control inconsistent. Breakfast repetitive. Check specific room details before booking.

Strengths

  • Beachfront location in Bantry Bay
  • Cove Wellness Spa with massage and facials
  • Staff like Morgan and canteen team praised for care

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Morgan and Asanda regularly named for exceptional service
  • Canteen staff Jay Jay, Reboni, and Cedric praised for attentiveness
  • Cove Wellness Spa offers massage and facial treatments
  • Kitchenette, wine fridge available in some rooms
  • Air conditioning faults reported and unresolved
  • Cockroach issue noted and management response documented

What reviews say by service

Spa & Wellness Retreats
Massage and facials available at Cove Wellness Spa; limited direct review feedback on spa treatments themselves.
Luxury All-Inclusive Wellness Resorts
Beachfront location and some spa/dining amenities present, but room comfort and maintenance fall short of luxury expectations.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.7 average across the 93 spa & wellness retreats businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 100% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 67
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
3876
4
1291
3
323
2
100
1
175

Common questions

What are the checkout perks for kids?
Their website offers a kids stay free promotion with up to 40% off the stay.
Does the hotel have a spa?
Yes, Cove Wellness Spa offers massage treatments and facials.
What's included with some rooms?
Certain rooms feature kitchenettes, wine fridges, and ocean-view windows; amenities vary by room type.
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Last updated 2026-08-12