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Kensington Place

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel near Long Street

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Superior Room
Reception
Superior Room | Bathroom
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Popular LocationLong Street2 min drive
  • Popular LocationTable Mountain6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCamps Bay Beach8 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)17 min drive

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (110)
The price is AU$205
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
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About the area

Cape Town

A luxury stay in the heart of Cape Town awaits you at Kensington Place. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Kloof Street and Table Mountain National Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Cape Town City Centre hotel include Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Long Street - 2 min drive
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive
  • Table Mountain - 6 min drive
  • Camps Bay Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Esplanade Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Checkers - 13 min walk
  • Van Hunks - 12 min walk
  • Asoka - 12 min walk
  • Our Local - 14 min walk
  • The Black Sheep Restaurant - 10 min walk

About this property

Kensington Place

Luxury hotel near Long Street
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Kensington Place. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Cape Town hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kensington Place offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Languages

English, French, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is 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
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kensington Place?

Kensington Place offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kensington Place?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kensington Place on 28 May 2024 start from AU$344.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kensington Place?

Yep, Kensington Place has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kensington Place?

The closest beach to Kensington Place is Camps Bay Beach (2.7 km).

Does Kensington Place have a pool?

Kensington Place has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Kensington Place a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kensington Place.

Does Kensington Place serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kensington Place?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kensington Place?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kensington Place?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kensington Place?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kensington Place Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katishia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shukur

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Smriti, Philadelphia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Stay!

10/10 Excellent

Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Fantastic. Friendly. Would highly recommend. Nothing seemed too much trouble
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great choice
A really nice place in a quiet location in the centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay here!
LOVE LOVE LOVE KP. Service was amazing and the room and grounds just perfect. Highly recommend when visiting Cape Town
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018