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Kensington Place

5.0 of 5
38 Kensington Crescent | Higgovale, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa (City Bowl)
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Sydney, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

Stayed here recently on our Honeymoon and the experience was fantastic.... It all started when we arrived and Austen, the hotel manager, sat down with us over some champagne. They had taken the fantastic step of booking us into restaurants on each of the four nights we were in Cape Town - and by an large they weren't places we... More

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Halifax, Nova Scotia
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20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013 via mobile

What a wonderful oasis in Cape Town. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable and they seem to think of everything.... Even booking our dinner reservations at fabulous restaurants for us in advance. The breakfasts are also very yummy. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. In fact, I don't want to leave! Simply perfection.

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Issaquah, Washington
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15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Kensington Place is a small boutique hotel nestled at the foot of Table Mountain behind a tall privacy wall. The driveway fits 2-3 cars at best. Inside the security gate there were tended gardens and a small plunge pool. As I entered the hotel there was a cozy bar to the right, and the lounge with fireplace to the left,... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

I was originally planning on staying for one day but extended it to three. Don't even bother with the cheesy downtown hotels. This place is just excellent. Service like you haven't seen before. Location is pretty good too but you need to use cabs. Not walkable especially at night and uphill.

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London, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

After reading such positive, warm reviews on this site, my skeptical London eyes were sure that this place could never live up to the hype. It does. In buckets. Big ones. Best thing - the staff, who have obviously travelled widely themselves and understand what a modern day luxury experience is. You're not a guest, you're a friend that's yet... More

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kplace, Owner at Kensington Place, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

Thank you for posting a review on Kensington Place, Boutique Hotel, Cape Town. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back in the not too distant future. Kind regards Chris weir Owner More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

A return visit to Cape Town offered the opportunity to experience Kensington Place once again. And it's still the most perfect place to stay in South Africa. It's the ideal location for the city's fantastic restaurants, shopping and beaches - and the staff anticipate every possible need. Austen and his team are wonderful hosts, so it's not surprising that KP... More

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Pretoria, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

Honeymoon trip in November - this hotel stood out in every way - decor, location and service! Rooms cater for every need, and waking up in the morning with a view of Table Mountain - well you just cant get better!

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kplace, Owner at Kensington Place, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

I am delighted you enjoyed your stay at Kensington Place, Cape Town. I hope we will be able to welcome you back in teh near futre. Kind regards Chris More

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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2013

I am still here and dont want to leave. Its a private Hotel, very stylish with honestly friendly stuff. Esp. Austen is very helpful. The breakfast is excellent. The rooms very nice. The location is not central but you reach every part of the city in minutes.

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kplace, Owner at Kensington Place, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

Thanks for your review and feedback, as an owner it is important to have feedback of this nature. I hope to welcome you back to Kensington Place in the not too distant future. More

Cairo, Egypt
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23 reviews 23 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2013

Really nice place, great view of Table mountain (your backyard basically), the service is impeccable, very "one on one" kind of service, lovely decoration and furniture, comfortable and personnel touches that you can't find in the 5 star hotels, attention to details, wonderful breakfast, quite neighborhood yet very close to everything in Capetown and great little touches in the room... More

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London UK
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6 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

We are having 4 wonderful days at this friendly and super efficient hotel minutes from table mountain. The answer is Yes - what's the question? Aptly describe the staff here. Chris, Austen Marlene and in particular Blessings have made our stay here truly memorable. We will return

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Also Known As:
Kensington Place Hotel Cape Town Central
Kensington Place Cape Town
Kensington Place Hotel Cape Town
Kensington Place Cape Town, South Africa
Address: 38 Kensington Crescent | Higgovale, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central > City Bowl
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#4 Luxury Hotels in Cape Town Central
#9 Romantic Hotels in Cape Town Central
#15 Business Hotels in Cape Town Central
#47 Family Hotels in Cape Town Central
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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