Nestled in Cape Town City Centre, Kensington Place offers a tranquil oasis with free cooked-to-order breakfast, a serene garden, and an inviting library. Guests rave about the property's warm atmosphere and can unwind by the outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby health club access.
38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
What's nearby
Long Street - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Table Mountain - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Camps Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
Clifton Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 18 min drive
Cape Town Station - 11 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 21 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Van Hunks - 12 min walk
Asoka - 12 min walk
Our Local - 14 min walk
Checkers - 13 min walk
Eatstanbul Restaurant - 12 min walk
About this property
Kensington Place
At Kensington Place, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli.
Languages
English, French, Russian
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Access to nearby health club
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Video library
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
20 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
40-inch TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Furnished balcony/patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Local maps
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Kensington Place Cape Town
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Kensington Place Cape Town, South Africa
Kensington Place Hotel Cape Town Central
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kensington Place offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kensington Place does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Kensington Place?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Kensington Place?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kensington Place?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Kensington Place?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 1100 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kensington Place?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Kensington Place?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Kensington Place and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, mountain climbing, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden. Kensington Place also has access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Kensington Place?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Kensington Place have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Kensington Place like?
Kensington Place is in Cape Town City Centre, a short 7-minute walk from Kloof Street and 9 minutes' walk from Table Mountain National Park.
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Kensington Place Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2025
Amazing boutique hotel
Amazing! We loved every minute of our stay! The staff were very attentive and responsive to our needs and the hotel felt safe and welcoming. The location was spectacular right at the foot of Table Mountain! We had an amazing vacation and would love to return!
Claire
Claire, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2023
Amazing Stay!
Smriti
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Perfect in any way
Amazing. Friendly staff, very close and clean, free water and coffee al day long, just next to the table mountain. Just perfect
Geert
Geert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
Beautiful place. Excellent location. Helpful and friendly staff.
Bernadette
Bernadette, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
wonderful boutique hotel. Very comfortable rooms. Decor throughout the hotel is really charming. Great staff and service.
tasheer
tasheer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2024
Spectacular
All parts of our stay were spectacular. Matthias in the evening and Marlene in the day were so, so nice. Beautiful boutique hotel! My wife said at least 5 times that our room was the nicest we ever stayed at!
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2023
Great hotel for the Value
Great hotel for the value when visiting Cape Town. Beautiful property and the staff was very helpful. They also serviced a menu style breakfast every morning that was included. The rooms were small but for the value, it’s hard to beat this hotel.
Blake
Blake, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 29, 2024
perfect stay
... > ... wonderful for smooth & easy relaxating - will be bach for sure
Juergen
Juergen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2025
Albert
Albert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
G
G, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2023
Katishia
Katishia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2023
Deborah
Deborah, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2023
Shukur
Shukur, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2023
Yuan
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2022
Brilliant
Fantastic. Friendly. Would highly recommend. Nothing seemed too much trouble
Becky
Becky, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2020
Natalie
Natalie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2019
Great choice
A really nice place in a quiet location in the centre of town.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2019
Fantastic place
This is a really lovely place in a very nice location. The rooms are beautifully fitted out. The staff were all really friendly and helpful.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2018
Stay here!
LOVE LOVE LOVE KP. Service was amazing and the room and grounds just perfect. Highly recommend when visiting Cape Town
Verified traveler
3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2017
Honeymoon
Amazing stay. Beautiful location, hotel, food, staff and city. Must stay for anyone visiting Cape Town.
Alex
Alex, 4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2017
Great boutique hotel
Great service and attention to detail a bit remote but cheap and easy to get around by uber
James
James, 4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2017
Tolles Boutique-Hotel in Kapstadt
Ruhig gelegen direkt unter dem Tafelberg.
8 Zimmer (wir hatten das Superior) mit Balkon und Aussensitzplatz. DIeses Zimmer hatte sogar direkten Zugang zu einem einzelnen Aussenparkplatz. Service und Ambiente hervorragend.
Kurt
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Dec 8, 2016
Parfait pour une nuit
L'espace extérieur est très mignon mais un peu trop confiné, petite piscine, peu de place pour les transats, peu de lumière dommage dans ce pays si lumineux. Accueil parfait et très belle maison
mr D
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2016
great place - fantastic service
We really enjoy this fantastic place in Cape Town. Best hotel we ever stay in South Africa !