Kensington PlacevsThe Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. On balance, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is preferred by most reviewers compared to Kensington Place. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa ranks #2 in Cape Town with endorsements from 12 reviewers like Frommer's, Gayot and Concierge.
Kensington Place
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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." Full review
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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 "High up the mountain, this exclusive, chic property offers eight spacious and tastefully decorated rooms, all with balconies and beautifully tiled bathrooms." Full review
Tablet19.4
"Just outside Cape Town proper, in Higgovale, a quiet enclave overlooking the city from the foothills of Table Mountain, Kensington Place is about as intimate as they come." Full review
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?" Full review
Star Service "This hotel battles for attention with Table Mountain, and hotel guests hardly know where to look once they arrive." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Classy yet comfortable womb-like rooms you’ll hardly ever want to leave; excellent service; small but sexy public spaces; and a great Higgovale location, overlooking the city and harbour." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Higgovale is a posh residential neighborhood unfurling down the slopes of Table Mountain, and the slick eight-suite Kensington Place is its best address." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A stroll from the heart of Cape Town, Kensington Place hotel is the city’s original boutique retreat, located on the slopes of Table Mountain." Full review
Fodor's "The staff is helpful and accommodating and will arrange everything from dinner reservations to daily excursions." Full review
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Concierge Lonely Planet Tablet DK Eyewitness Time Out Star Service
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Victoria Rd., Cape Town, 8040, South Africa
From $278/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge "This smart hotel is poised above the Atlantic rollers on the beach road between Camps Bay and Llandudno."
Lonely Planet "Much controversy attended the building of this five-star hotel in the middle of a nature reserve, but the sea views are naturally wonderful." Full review
Tablet19.3
"Boutique elegance... a smartly designed spot that would look equally at home in Miami Beach." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Sandwiched between the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, this secluded five-star retreat has uninterrupted views of the pristine coastline."
Time Out "It's all about location at this five-star hotel and spa that's perched on the rocks above Oudekraal, near Llandudno." Full review
Star Service "Fronting splashing waves and majestic mountains, this secluded hotel offers up a healthy serving of contemporary innocence with guilty pleasures." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is a 70-room luxury property with incredible views of both the Atlantic Ocean and its namesake mountain range." Full review
Gayot "With its holistic spa and natural setting this luxury hotel is made for tranquil escapes."
The Telegraph8.0
"Offers a dramatic seaside location, five-star service, a world-class restaurant and, in winter, unbelievable value for money – small wonder this member of Leading Hotels of the World is always busy." Full review
Fodor's "Fancy taking a helicopter to the airport or lazing in a bubble bath while looking out floor-to-ceiling windows at sea and mountains? If this sounds like you, then opt for this luxurious hotel and spa." Full review
