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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town

4.0 of 5
New Church Street | Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8018, South Africa (Formerly Extreme Hotel)
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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town
Ranked #66 of 121 hotels in Cape Town Central
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Brisbane, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This is a really great little hotel with a surprise behind every door. Funky, quirky and fun. The dining is EXCELLENT including very good sAfrican dishes, and wine prices really great. Having koi swim past you (at eye level) as you eat is a lovely touch as are the loos, the artwork, the lifts... The rooms are admittedly cosy, but... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear Cruising59 Your title is great reassurance that our goal of meeting and exceeding GUEST expectations is being achieved. Thank you for your wonderful words on TripAdvisor. We like to do things differently and funky, quirky and fun are exactly what we want our GUESTS to experience. This filters through to the unique and delicious dishes that not only taste... More

Potchefstroom, South Africa
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17 reviews 17 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Stayed at the Hotel in April 2013. Definitely not my first choice when visiting CPT. I booked this Hotel after staying at the Melrose Arch Fire and Ice on several occasions but sadly this funky Hotel has lots to learn from its Joburg counterpart. The rooms are small and not well laid out. There is also quite a bit of... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Dear JaacoS Thank you for your continuous support of Protea Hotels and sharing feedback on TripAdvisor. Cape Town is lucky to have Table Mountain as a backdrop and what’s even better is that you could see it from your room. I am extremely disappointed that we did not meet your expectations. Your maintenance concerns have been addressed and there is... More

London, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I recently spent a week on business at this buzzing centrally located hotel. The decoration and atmosphere gave this hotel a very hot and trendy feel with an event happening almost every day. The hotel itself is very modern, jazzed with some very interesting electronic features. It does have its own private parking which is very useful for the self-driven... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear vishaals Thank you for providing us with great feedback and comments regarding your stay. We are definitely a ‘buzzing centrally located hotel’ perfect for business and leisure travel. We are known for the trendy atmosphere and décor as well as our gourmet milkshakes. Although we may not be in walking distance of some of the attractions, you are 100%... More

Durban, South Africa
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Booked the Fire & Ice again for our stay whilst attending the Metallica show in CT and once again nothing to complain about. Service levels 100%, buffet breakfast excellent, milk shakes the best around. Thumbs up to management and staff!!

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear Piet F Thank you for returning to Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town. I am so pleased that we were able to provide you with another outstanding stay. We aim to keep our service levels very high and the STAFF do their best to achieve this and go the extra mile where possible. The breakfast TEAM takes great... More

Ebene, Mauritius
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

This was my second stay at the Fire & Ice and it turned out to be a very BAD experience - all of them to do with service (actually the lack thereof). (a) On the day of my arrival, it takes me about 15 minutes to checkin - not something easily forgiven after you've been flying for 8 hours. Dear... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Dear Akong777 Thank you for staying at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town and for sharing your feedback on TripAdvisor. I am extremely disappointed to hear of the unacceptable levels of service you received during your stay. I would like to assure you that GUEST feedback is taken very seriously. We are continuously reviewing all comments and endeavour to... More

Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

Modern rooms and hotel recently revamped. Edgy and retro. However the rooms are minute and very clostephobic, there is barely enough room to walk around the bed. The room is cluttered and full of unnecessary lamps etc. I did not enjoy the hotel.

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Dear Mercades S Thank you for staying with Protea Hotels during your visit to South Africa. We pride ourselves on offering a unique experience in a trendy and relaxed environment. Your comments confirm that we are on track to achieving this. I understand your concerns regarding the size of the standard rooms. At Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town... More

Berne
Top Contributor
91 reviews 91 reviews
32 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

I stayed at the Fire & Ice for 4 nights in april and really enjoyed it. The location is great, one street parallel to Kloof Street (with plenty of restaurants, bars and shops in easy walking distance on Kloof and Long Streets). The standard rooms are quite small - for one person absolutely okay, for two it would get a... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Dear nathalieyes We pride ourselves on being “the hottest place to chill” in Cape Town and I am so pleased that this was your experience. Located in the heart of the Mother City; the nearby nightlife, restaurants and shops are very convenient for GUESTS of the hotel. I apologise for the issues with the Wi-Fi. This is unacceptable and the... More

Kettering, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
68 reviews 68 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Having just come back from South Africa, I would recommend this Hotel to all, from arrival where the reception staff have come on in leaps and bounds, from previous visits, I believe under the guidance of the very capable and helpful Matthews, who is excellent, friendly greeting, and smiles, and a very trouble free check in. The porters were excellent... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
26 April 2013

Dear malc1005 It was an absolute pleasure reading through your review and thank you for taking the time to post it on TripAdvisor. Attention to detail is something that we emphasize with all STAFF. In the rooms, we highlight the importance of providing a clean and fresh room for every GUEST. Your feedback is great confirmation of the amazing work... More

Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Dear all, I’m not too fussy about where I stay as long as there is a reasonable amount of space, clean linen and a clean room. To tell you the truth the hotel has a very nice reception area and it places you under the impression that you will be amazed about what you will see next. Their staff are... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Dear AnnyB2BS I really appreciate your constructive feedback and the time you took to post it on TripAdvisor. We pride ourselves on creating a trendy vibe in the hotel, supported by friendly and helpful STAFF and I am glad that this is what you encountered. However, with regards to you concerns about your room, I must sincerely apologise for this... More

Kabul, Afghanistan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

I stayed at this hotel for 3 nights. The staff was very friendly and helpful to include (Stephanie). She helped my friend with her internet troubles and kept her company till I arrived from the airport. The only gripe I had with this hotel was the bar. The bartenders were horrible at their job. It always took 10-15 minutes just... More

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ProteaHotels, General Manager at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, responded to this review
23 April 2013

Dear tcraig808 Thank you for staying with us and providing valuable feedback on TripAdvisor. The STAFF really make me proud and never seize to amaze me with their dedicated and friendly approach. I would like to apologise for the slow service you received at the bar as I understand how frustrating this must have been. I will be speaking with... More

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Additional Information about Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town

Also Known As:
Protea Hotel Fire And Ice! Cape Town
Protea Hotel Fire Ice
Protea Hotel Cape Town
Extreme Hotel Cape Town
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town South Africa
Address: New Church Street | Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8018, South Africa (Formerly Extreme Hotel)
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#34 Family Hotels in Cape Town Central
#46 Business Hotels in Cape Town Central
#48 Luxury Hotels in Cape Town Central
Price range (per night): INR4,788 - 11,996
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Prepare to be blown away with the same force as the winds of the iconic Cape South-Easter as you step into the ultra-cool Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town. This extreme hotel, in the heart of the vibrant Mother City, offers adventure-seekers an accommodation option with a difference. A retro suspended pod chair welcomes travel weary GUESTS at reception. Beat the heat with a frosty-cold beer that awaits you in the built-in ice buckets at the bar and chill out in a booth or on the relaxation deck with a sizzling sexy cocktail. Attention to detail, personal service, and never forgetting to seize life and live it to the full' make Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town stand out from the crowd. We take service levels very, very seriously, but never take life too seriously. It is set in the heart of Cape Town, a stone’s throw away from the best vibrant nightlife hotspots, cafés and restaurants; not to mention the bustling CBD and world class Cape Town International Convention Centre. So whether you are travelling for business or pleasure, with a tour group or as an independent traveller, you’ll be welcomed by like-minded adventurers at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town. ... more   less 
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