Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges - Cape Town

$$$$||View on mapCape Town, South Africa85 Saint Georges Mall, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000|
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Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges - Cape Town
85 Saint Georges Mall, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Breakfast8.9
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Couples50%
Solo27%
Groups11%
Families10%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Breakfast8.9
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Couples50%
Solo27%
Groups11%
Families10%

4-star hotel in Cape Town city centre with a rooftop swimming pool and original bank architecture

Accommodation and Room Types

Old Bank Hotel Cape Town offers 7 room types including the Presidential Suite and a Luxury Suite designed for disabled travelers. Each room features original architectural details from the building's bank history, such as high ceilings and large windows. Rooms include flat-screen TVs, safety deposit boxes, and spacious en-suite bathrooms.

Dining and Bar

The hotel's 8th-floor restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a daily buffet breakfast included in many rates. The bar offers a daily manager's reception for guests, along with a wine and champagne selection. Special diet menus and kids' meals are available upon request.

Facilities and Wellness

Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges has a rooftop outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and pool towels, open all year. A fitness centre with modern equipment is available for guests. The property also includes a sun terrace, shared lounge, and coffee house on site.

Location and Accessibility

Located in Cape Town CBD, the hotel is within walking distance of Greenmarket Square, Company Garden, and the Castle of Good Hope. The V&A Waterfront is a short Uber ride away, and the airport is 20 km from the hotel. The hotel offers a roundtrip airport shuttle, valet parking, and accessible parking for disabled guests.

Services and Special Features

24-hour front desk service, concierge, and luggage storage are provided for guest convenience. Old Bank Hotel's historic restoration retains original architectural details like the bank vault and wooden features. Family-friendly amenities include special kids' meals and a children's menu.

  • Location: Cape Town CBD, 20 km from airport, near V&A Waterfront
  • Rooms: 7 room types including Presidential Suite and Disability Access Luxury Suite
  • Dining: 8th-floor restaurant with daily buffet breakfast and bar with manager's reception
  • Wellness: Rooftop swimming pool and fitness centre
  • Services: Concierge, valet parking, roundtrip airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 225.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:41
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Rooms and availability

King Room Disability Access
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Superior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed2 Single beds1 Double bed
Presidential King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Handicap parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Plunge pool

Rooftop pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

💵 Lowest room price 52 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 18.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cape Town International, CPT

Location

85 Saint Georges Mall, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000
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85 Saint Georges Mall, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000
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85 Saint Georges Mall, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Square
Greenmarket Square
520 m
Museum
Bo-Kaap Museum
520 m
Square
Church Square
190 m
Bree Street
520 m
Museum
Koopmans-de Wet House
520 m
Church
St George's Cathedral
520 m
Cape Town CentralSouth Africa
Adderley Street
370 m
Mall
Saint Georges Mall
520 m
Old Town House 6 Greenmarket Square
Michaelis Collection at the Iziko Old Town House
160 m
Church
Groote Kerk
160 m
Church
St Mary's Cathedral
570 m
Museum
Iziko Maritime Centre
180 m
Gallery
The African Portrait Art Gallery
520 m
Restaurant
Mughals Indian Restaurant & Bar
50 m
Restaurant
Bukhara Cape Town CBD
210 m
Restaurant
Haiku
220 m
Restaurant
Free From Eatery
110 m
Restaurant
Ka Pa Tee
140 m
Restaurant
The Korner
120 m
Restaurant
Nuri Sushi Factory
230 m
Restaurant
Motherland Coffee Company
140 m

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FAQ about Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges?
Guests can visit Victoria & Alfred Waterfront as it is within a 3-km distance of the Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges.
Which airport is the closest to the 4-star Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges?
The closest airport to the 4-star Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges is Cape Town International airport (20 km) and it is reachable with a 19-minute drive.
Does Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges provide an airport shuttle?
Bus shuttle is one of the services offered by Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel will be able to use private car parking nearby available for ZAR 140 per day.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel?
For an evening meal near the Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel, guests can go to Alexander Cafe restaurant placed just next door to the property or Anthonys Golden Cup Coffee Shop restaurant located 100 meters away).
Can I have breakfast at the 4-star Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges?
Guests of Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 09:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the hotel?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at $70.
What payment methods are available in Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel?
At Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel, you can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.
What room types are available at Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges?
Deluxe Twin Room, Superior Twin Room, and Presidential Suite are among the room types available at Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel?
All rooms of Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel feature a mini fridge bar as well as a safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with a hairdryer and a walk-in shower.
Is Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, rooms with accessible facilities, accessible bathrooms, and wheelchair access are provided at Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges hotel for guests with special needs.
Which facilities are available in the hotel?
The hotel is equipped with a cash machine and a lift as well as a safe deposit box and 24-hour security for safety purposes.
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