Hippo Boutique Hotel places you in the centre of Cape Town, within just a 15-minute stroll of Iziko South African Museum and Greenmarket Square. Highlights at this boutique hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room kitchenettes. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and noon. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights near this 4-property class Cape Town City Centre hotel include Castle of Good Hope and Table Mountain.
What's nearby
Kloof Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Long Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Iziko South African Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
South African National Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Greenmarket Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Woodstock Station - 4 min drive
Cape Town Station - 7 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Kloof Street House - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Blondie - 2 min walk
Hudsons - The Burger Joint - 2 min walk
Fat Cactus - 1 min walk
About this property
Hippo Boutique Hotel
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and a meeting room are available. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hippo Boutique Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.
This 4-star Cape Town hotel is smoke free.
1 building
25 guestrooms or units
4 levels
Built in 2004
Poolside lounge chairs
Business facilities
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Coffee in lobby
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Pool or billiards table
No smoking on site
1 conference room
Hippo Boutique Hotel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Accommodation at this 4-star hotel has kitchenettes with coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers and complimentary toiletries.
32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and international calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Secured parking on site (ZAR 70 per day)
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 140 for children
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room kitchenette
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Computer station
Meeting room
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Spa
In-room massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
More
1 building
4 floors
Built in 2004
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Electrical adapters
Free international calls
Free local calls
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hippo Boutique Hotel
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 140 for adults and from ZAR 140 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Secured self-parking fee: ZAR 70 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
Hippo Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
As of 22 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hippo Boutique Hotel on 27 June 2026 start from AU$99, 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 Hippo Boutique Hotel?
Yep, Hippo Boutique Hotel has a secured self car park for ZAR 70 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.
Are there any beaches close to Hippo Boutique Hotel?
The closest beach to Hippo Boutique Hotel is Clifton Bay Beach (3.5 km).
Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have a pool?
Hippo Boutique Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.
Does Hippo Boutique Hotel serve breakfast?
Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to noon.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Hippo Boutique Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Friendly stuff, nice room with big balcony. Very comfortable.
Angelika
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anders
6 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was a delight , accommodating staff and clean and nice room with god standard. Also the concept with vouchers for breakfast was a good thing
Really happy with our stay,Beds were really comfortable,Staff were so friendly and the options for breakfast in the surrounding cafes was an excellent touch,Will be back
Super central, easy to walk to many bars, restaurants, cafes and links for easy transport.
Rooms were massive with lots of space, great kitchenette offering was very helpful.
The reception staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a nice location, near a small shopping centre and restaurants. We appreciated the large bathroom and kitchenette with a microwave.
Nice little hotel just off Kloof Street. The front desk staff were exceptional and very helpful. They made the difference in turning our vacation week into a wonderful and enjoyable adventure.
The staff is what always makes my experience. Just really great people!!
Anthony
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anish
24 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was in very good condition and clean. There were kitchenette facilities. The staff were very friendly. Even let me check in a little early.
Instead of on site breakfast they offer Bouchers for three local chic brunch spot spots which open from 7 to 12. They are Hollywood style with modern Instagram style breakfast options. This is quite a nifty idea, all three places are within walking distance.
Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and bottled water are all available and good quality. There is a coffee station where you can make a freshly ground brew whenever you want.
We absolutely loved this property. The hotel itself is wonderful, we loved our spacious room and the staff was incredible, always ready to help and make our stay as pleasant as possible. The property is in a very popular area, lots of night life, if you are early to bed, we recommend requesting a room away from the front of the hotel, which can be noisy. Great breakfast offered in a three different restaurants very close, plus an amazing amount of good restaurants in general. We highly recommend the property.
Great location on Kloof Street with variety of dining options. Walking distance to downtown, Long Street, museums and Company's Garden. Waterfront and Table Mountain Cable car is short Uber drive away. Fat Cactus bar (below hotel) is great place for a evening drink upon coming back from the tours. Would highly recommend.
Great staff, super informative and helpful. Lovely hotel with clean and stylish rooms. Located in a fun area which meant it was quite noisy at night. The light switches need a rethink. Even the guy working there had trouble figuring them out. Would certainly stay here again.
Nice place in a great location. A couple of caveats - the hotel's description states that standard rooms have a balcony. Okay, but it's only about 9 inches wide. Perhaps enough for a smoker standing sideways, but not what one a expects for a balcony. Also, the description on Hotels.com states that they have 3 restaurants and 5 bars. Not so, although there are restaurants on each side of the property.