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( 4-5 of 5 )
“Great Hotel, Great Location”

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5 of 5 stars
New Jersey
Apr 3, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Hippo for 5 nights in February and had a fantastic time. Rooms are very spacious and include a small kitchenette. They also have PC's with hi speed internet access and flat screen TV's with many channels available. Staff are very friendly and helpful with suggestions, getting reservations, directions etc. Location can't be beat - in the Gardens right off Kloof street and within walking distance to many great restaurants. Hotel has secured off street parking and I would definitely recommend a rental car for a few days as there is so much to see outside of Capetown - winelands, False Bay, Cape of Good Hope etc.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location, room, staff
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OnIslandTime's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 35-49
Member since: April 20, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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Average price*: $158 (year-round)
“It was alright”

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4 of 5 stars
Kuwait City
Sep 30, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

I'm not one for writing long reviews, so here goes

Hippo was alright, service was very friendly and my room was HUGE and nicely designed. I didn't get the hang of watching the TV on the in-room desktop PC (and I'm a techie!) but that was my only quibble.

Greens, the cafe downstairs is charming and has great food. Room service menu is from there as well.

My only problem with Hippo is its location. A lovely neighborhood to be sure, but I picked it randomly on my first visit to Cape Town only to discover that I would have preferred Bantry Bay or Camps Bay

Oh and the hotel made Wallpaper's Sept 2005 edition

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Rooms and service
    • Disliked — Location
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zaydoun's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2005
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 35-49
Member since: September 30, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Girlfriend getaway
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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Average price*: $158 (year-round)

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5_9 Park Rd. | Gardens, Cape Town 8018, South Africa