Gorgeous George
118 St George's Mall, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
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#181 of 400 hotels in Cape Town Central
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4.1
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4.9
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4.4
Value
3.4
Created out of two beautifully restored, heritage buildings, Gorgeous George is the first in Cape Town to join the Design Hotels stable, a hand selected, worldwide collection of privately-owned and operated avant-garde and culturally rooted hotels. This luxury boutique hotel is situated in the heart of the Mother City on St George’s Mall. Gorgeous George is a melting pot of Cape Town’s unique cultural diversity and history. Guests are immersed in South Africa’s dynamic design scene throughout the 32 rooms, suites and communal spaces featuring high speed Wi-Fi throughout, The White Room a 1st floor multi-functional private event space and the 6th floor Gigi Rooftop that features a Bar and rooftop pool. More than a Hotel, gorgeous George is where refined design and quality meet, creating an inner-city gathering place for locals and well-travelled alike.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
Conference facilities
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Rooftop pool
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
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Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Rooftop bar
Banquet room
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Rooftop terrace
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Non-smoking hotel
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118 St George's Mall, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
Gorgeous George
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Super breakfast and rooms, glorious rooftop bar and restaurant for daily breakfasts. Breakfasts are superb. Fresh fruit and scones come out before the cooked options that you order. I tried almost all the breakfasts over our 8 nights here. Location is not great at night but fine during the day. We had a studio which was large and decorated really tastefully. Service was excellent from all staff in all areas.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Thank you to the team at GG for a fantastic stay! Our studio was perfectly spacious, fantastic service at breakfast and our first night for dinner. A big shout out to Synergy - the perfect host and super helpful in organising tours, transfers etc. The hotel is incredible, however the location is a little dicey - particularly at night. For a first time stay, I’d probably suggest the V&A waterfront, but the benefit of the location is the close proximity to the markets etc.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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This was my third stay at Georgeous George. As always I enjoyed the architecture and the design. Breakfast was great. This time I experienced a degradation in service: - No welcome drink, - No turndown service on the 2 nights I stayed, - Staff arguing in the lobby bar about shrinkage at the bar, this is really not appropriate when a guest is sitting there, which made me uncomfortable. I was also disappointed as I was told I could sit anywhere at the rooftop bar but was subsequently told I need to move from the sofas as the seats were reserved. Not acceptable if you are staying in the hotel. While I like the design I am not sure Gorgeous George would be top of my list of places to stay in Cape Town in future…
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Great place, nice hotel but I wouldn’t recommend working there. I was called in last minute to engineer a Jazz gig in the Pink room. I got to the location and was asked to set up stage and strike all equipment.(which wasn’t part of the original agreement as it is a 4+ man job), however, I still did the job perfectly well. The show was smooth and there were no complaints from the band members or audience. However, when i sent my invoice, I was told to decrease my rates and then told that the management was considering not paying me at all, based off the judgement of someone who wasn’t present at the event. I Found the finance manager Terrance Pearce to be the most unprofessional and rude person I’ve ever had to do business with. Its been 17 days since the job was done and I’ve yet to receive any payment or communication around the matter. I strongly urge anyone who they book for sound in the Pink room to be very careful, the abuse of power is clear. If they have done it to me, most likely they have done it to other workers too. Please be Careful.…
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Gorgeous George is just… gorgeous! Such amazing design, fantastic staff, the breakfasts are incredible (Hello tofu fry-up!), the location is brilliant, walking distance to practically everywhere you want to go. The exhibition in the Pink Room and the bar area there was just so cool. I’m planning a trip back to Cape Town just to come and stay here again.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Gorgeous George's is in the heart of Cape Town SA. This hotel is fantastic, close to markets & great shops! absolutely love the décor & the staff are amazing. Food is great. The beds are really comfy. I would definitely stay there again.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Do not walk on the street at night. Daytime is fine.
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Arrive 30 min before check in after a 30 hours of traveling. Directed me to sit in restaurant lobby. I asked if hotel was at capacity and it wasn’t. Still didn’t accommodate. Very disappointing experience.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Went to Cape Town for a wedding, and the Reception party was on the roof of this quirky hotel. On arrival one does find it a bit dark. But it grows on you. The staff are wonderful - all encouraged to just be themselves, and they are all interesting and very individual. We had breakfasts, lunch and wedding party "dinner" and the food is absolutely delicious, kind of Ottolenghi style. Our bedroom was spacious with all you need for tea coffee snacks and drinks. And bathroom OK. The roof restaurant is a good venue to meet up with friends. I did not listen to the music artists playing there, but apparently it is a good venue for music It is a bit difficult being in city centre - if you want open windows its a bit noisy like any city
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Wow, this really is Gorgeous George! Superb and attentive staff, great and spacious rooms with chic and modern design. And the breakfast, now that is a story on its own. The ale cart breakfast is superb, eggs cooked to perfection every day and proper barista style coffees. Excellent value for money. We will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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A hotel who gives you a claustrophobic feeling. Noisy rooms. Staff at restaurant treats you as they feel. Breakfast is served in full when they like you , hardly when they don’t. I will never return and will make its publicity accordingly. You need to carry your proper bags for a 200 m as no direct entry from street. Nobody to help.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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PRICE RANGE
$237 - $314 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
32
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gorgeous George
Which popular attractions are close to Gorgeous George?
Nearby attractions include Company's Gardens (0.3 miles), Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve (0.2 miles), and St. George's Cathedral (0.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Gorgeous George?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a rooftop bar, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Gorgeous George?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Gorgeous George?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Gorgeous George?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Cousins Trattoria, FYN, and madam taitou.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Gorgeous George?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Does Gorgeous George have airport transportation?
Yes, Gorgeous George offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Gorgeous George located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.5 miles away from the center of Cape Town Central.
Are any cleaning services offered at Gorgeous George?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Gorgeous George offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.