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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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Seattle Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2007

My wife and I stayed at Kensington Place for four nights earlier this month. We are fortunate to be able to travel internationally and to generally stay where we wish. In all of our travels, Kensington Place is the finest small hotel we have had the pleasure of staying in. Sasha and her staff provide pitch-perfect service in every respect.... More

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London & Cardiff
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2007

Myself and my girlfriend (29 & 28) are on night 4 out of 6 here in Kensington Place. I CANNOT put into words how fantastic this place is. We arrived late afternoon on a Sunday and were greeted by Michael (wonderful smiling chap!) and the best complimentary champagne we've ever had (its local and they arent allowed to call it... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 22, 2007

We stayed at Kensington Place for three nights at the start of our honeymoon and cannot fault it. The beds were very comfy, great decor and we loved our terrace (where we had our breakfast every morning - highly recommend the muesli and eggs benedict!!). The staff were amazing and we felt that nothing was too much trouble for them.... More

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San Francisco
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2007

What a wonderful boutique hotel! Fantastic location w views from one's balcony down the canyon to Table Bay in one direction and to the cliffs of Table Mtn in the other. Extremely well-designed rooms, large, w big bathrooms (and tubs) w all the amenities, but what really distinguishes KP is the warmth and attentiveness of the staff. Breakfast is a... More

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New York, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2007

Although everyone recommends Cape Grace and Mount Nelson, I would never stay any place other than Kensington Place when in Cape Town. It's intimate, rooms are spacious and include every amenity you could want (internet, great beds, great shower, terrace with views of Table Mountain, Molton Brown products), and the staff are so helpful you don't need a guide book.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2007

We spent four nights in Cape Town, just our last at Kensington Place. As fine as our other hotel was, we wish we had spent all four nights at kensington Place. It is magnificent. The rooms are large, done with a bright comtemporary design. Each has a flat screen TV and a laptop computer for your use. If you have... More

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Woodford Green Essex
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2007

We visited Kensington Place for 3 nights and we have never received such fantastic service by ALL the staff throughout our visit. We were welcomed by Sasha and she acted as a Tour Guide for our stay advising us all the best places to visit and the restaurants to eat and arranged everything for us. This is a small boutique... More

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London
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2007

Four nights at this boutique hotel was a pleasure. Modern contemporary feel in the city bowl garden suburbs. Large clean room with large bathroom, molton and brown soaps and we had a gift of bath lotions and potions. Nice views over the city. Our room had a parking space adjacent with private access. Excellent breakfasts at reasonable hours 8-11, fresh... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2007

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New York, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2007

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Also Known As:
Kensington Place Hotel Cape Town Central
Kensington Place Cape Town
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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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