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Nestled in Cape Town City Centre, Kensington Place offers a tranquil oasis with free cooked-to-order breakfast, a serene garden, and an inviting library. Guests rave about the property's warm atmosphere and can unwind by the outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby health club access.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • 24-hour room service
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • DVD player
The current price is R4 348
R5 000 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 01 Jun

Why we love this property

Culinary fantasies
This hotel's restaurant and bar pair with locally-sourced food for unforgettable dining. Free cooked-to-order breakfast includes vegan and vegetarian options.
Luxury sleep experience
Hotel guestrooms feature premium bedding and blackout drapes. Each space boasts a furnished balcony, with curated decor, dressing gowns, and turndown service.

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Map
38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kloof Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Long Street - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • South African National Gallery - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 23 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 11 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 21 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Our Local - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Van Hunks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Asoka - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ou meul - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Rick’s Cafe Americain - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Kensington Place

  • Kensington Place puts you a short five-minute drive from Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Video library
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Waste recycling policy
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 20 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 40-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses some solar energy.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Kensington Place Cape Town

Kensington Place Hotel

Kensington Place Hotel Cape Town

Kensington Place Cape Town, South Africa

Kensington Place Hotel Cape Town Central

Kensington Place Cape Town

Kensington Place Hotel

Kensington Place Cape Town

Kensington Place Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Kensington Place offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kensington Place does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Kensington Place?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Kensington Place?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kensington Place?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Kensington Place?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 1100 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kensington Place?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Kensington Place?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Kensington Place and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, mountain climbing, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden. Kensington Place also has access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Kensington Place?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Kensington Place have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Kensington Place like?

Kensington Place is in Cape Town City Centre, a short 8-minute walk from Kloof Street and 8 minutes' walk from Table Mountain National Park.

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Reviews

Kensington Place Reviews

9,8

Exceptional

9,8

Cleanliness

9,0

Location

9,8

Staff & service

9,8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Surpassed expectations, beautifully appointed, delicious food and very friendly staff.
Ian, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, hotel, team, rooms are great and it’s all very cosy and private
anthony, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

wonderful boutique hotel. Very comfortable rooms. Decor throughout the hotel is really charming. Great staff and service.
tasheer, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place. Excellent location. Helpful and friendly staff.
Bernadette, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing boutique hotel

Amazing! We loved every minute of our stay! The staff were very attentive and responsive to our needs and the hotel felt safe and welcoming. The location was spectacular right at the foot of Table Mountain! We had an amazing vacation and would love to return!
Claire, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect in any way

Amazing. Friendly staff, very close and clean, free water and coffee al day long, just next to the table mountain. Just perfect
Geert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

perfect stay

... > ... wonderful for smooth & easy relaxating - will be bach for sure
Juergen, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A special boutique hotel. The staff are super attentive, happy and helpful. The place is beautifully decorated and the quaint courtyard is nicely designed to offer an intimate place to dine, relax in a garden setting or lounge by the plunge pool. The room (#1) was neat, clean and tidy. The beds and stuff were quite low as an FYI. The staff offered a complimentary chilled wine in the room, as well as still and sparkling water in the mini fridge and apples every day! The room was equipped with a well thought out ‘emergency’ pack including tampons, recovery sachets, diarrhoea relief, condoms and pain killers! Didn’t need them - but it was a nice touch! We didn’t dine for lunch or dinner but they had a small vegan breakfast menu which we tried and the creamy mushrooms and truffle scrambled tofu on vegan croissant were delicious - the best vegan breakfast we had during our week in Cape Town. Not really walking distance into the centre/V&A water front but a good place to be based for Ubers into town (15mins), out to Kirstenbosch (20mins), south of Cape Town as well as to Camp’s Bay (10mins). When we come back to South Africa we will definitely be staying here again!
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Such incredible staff. Quiet and upscale - small enough to feel like a home.
Gretchen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Stay!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for the Value

Great hotel for the value when visiting Cape Town. Beautiful property and the staff was very helpful. They also serviced a menu style breakfast every morning that was included. The rooms were small but for the value, it’s hard to beat this hotel.
Blake, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular

All parts of our stay were spectacular. Matthias in the evening and Marlene in the day were so, so nice. Beautiful boutique hotel! My wife said at least 5 times that our room was the nicest we ever stayed at!
Ross, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant

Fantastic. Friendly. Would highly recommend. Nothing seemed too much trouble
Becky, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great choice

A really nice place in a quiet location in the centre of town.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place

This is a really lovely place in a very nice location. The rooms are beautifully fitted out. The staff were all really friendly and helpful.
Andrew, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stay here!

LOVE LOVE LOVE KP. Service was amazing and the room and grounds just perfect. Highly recommend when visiting Cape Town
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Honeymoon

Amazing stay. Beautiful location, hotel, food, staff and city. Must stay for anyone visiting Cape Town.
Alex, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great boutique hotel

Great service and attention to detail a bit remote but cheap and easy to get around by uber
James, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Tolles Boutique-Hotel in Kapstadt

Ruhig gelegen direkt unter dem Tafelberg. 8 Zimmer (wir hatten das Superior) mit Balkon und Aussensitzplatz. DIeses Zimmer hatte sogar direkten Zugang zu einem einzelnen Aussenparkplatz. Service und Ambiente hervorragend.
Verified

6/10 Good

Parfait pour une nuit

L'espace extérieur est très mignon mais un peu trop confiné, petite piscine, peu de place pour les transats, peu de lumière dommage dans ce pays si lumineux. Accueil parfait et très belle maison
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great place - fantastic service

We really enjoy this fantastic place in Cape Town. Best hotel we ever stay in South Africa !
Verified

4/10 Fair

Good vacation

Hello, Everything was lovely. You could have offered a glass of wine and crackers before dinner as other hotels in the area do. I purchased tickets to Table mountain thru you but your suggested guide Rory did not wish to go that day. Next day we were busy and the15 Feb. It was impossible to go as funiculars were not going due to wind. I asked Jocelyn for a refund and she said not possible to take off our credit card or to sell to another guest. This left a bad feeling with me for a hotel of high caliber. I wish you would refund our money.we would like to come again next year. Sincerely, Georgia Shafia
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A Bit of Heaven In Cape Town

Spent four nights at this lovely, small hotel slightly off the beaten track of Cape Town, at the base of Table Mountain. The architecture is contemporary, the decor eclectic with an African flair.My room (#2) opened to a balcony that had a beautiful view of Table Mountain to the right and Cape Town Central including the harbor straight ahead. The queen bed was very comfortable and the heated floors most welcome on the chilly July mornings. Complimentary breakfast served in the sunny dining area included a selection of fresh-squeezed juices, speciality egg dishes, brewed to order beverages, and freshly baked breads. Service by the staff was seamless and always with a smile. The hotel was spotless. The staff was very knowledgable regarding tourist venues and willing to make such arrangements. As the hotel is located in a residential area, I heard several dogs barking in the early evening (a bit annoying) but they did not awaken me during the night. If you or a member of your party is physically challenged, be aware I did not see wheelchair ramps or an elevator nor do I think the showers are wheelchair friendly. You will need taxis or a rental car as well. You can't walk to most of the typical tourist attractions. Despite these few drawbacks, I still rate this hotel five stars.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Karl Martin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Becca, 4-night trip