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Kensington Place vs Ellerman House
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Ellerman House is preferred by most writers compared to Kensington Place. Ellerman House is ranked #5 in Cape Town with approval from 12 reviews like Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
Kensington Place
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
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38 Kensington Crescent, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $311 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This award-winning boutique hotel has beautiful views of the city, harbor, and mountain, and you feel surrounded by greenery."
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The best rooms on the second floor have balconies overlooking the city -- ask for nos. 1, 2, or 3.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"High up the mountain, this exclusive, chic property offers eight spacious and tastefully decorated rooms, all with balconies and beautifully tiled bathrooms."
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DK Eyewitness
"Setting a high benchmark for intimate boutique hotels, Kensington focuses on sexy contemporary stylings with unobtrusive yet attentive service."
Time Out
"Frequently raved about in glam international mags, this urbane establishment puts its guests' comfort above all else - why else would breakfast be served all day?"
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Star Service
"This hotel battles for attention with Table Mountain, and hotel guests hardly know where to look once they arrive."
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Ellerman House
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
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180 Kloof Road, Cape Town, Bantry Bay 8005, South Africa
From $8,683 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Imagine you’ve been invited to stay with an immensely rich, art-collecting Capetonian friend."
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DK Eyewitness
"A historical landmark on the granite outcrops of Bantry Bay, this classic turn-of-the-century mansion is recognized as one of the top boutique hotels in the world."
Time Out
"Rub shoulders with the international jet set society at this outstanding Relais & Chateaux property that's blessed with gorgeous views and dressed to kill in layers of antiques."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"This adults-only (14 and up) Relais & Chateaux property houses a fabulous private modern art collection in elegantly furnished rooms and airy public spaces."
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Afar Magazine
"With bold artwork inside and magnificent ocean views outside, guests are never quite sure where to direct their gaze when they arrive at Ellerman House."
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