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38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

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“The hotel's location offers amazing views of Table Mountain, making it a perfect base for exploring all that Cape Town has to offer.”view full review

Kensington Place, a 4.5-star luxury hotel, offers a tranquil experience with designer furnishings and a cozy lobby bar featuring a fireplace. Guests can enjoy a full English breakfast with fresh fruit and access to a small pool and courtyard-style garden. This trendy boutique hotel is situated at the foot of Table Mountain.

Rooms & Amenities

Kensington Place features eight elegantly decorated rooms equipped with a laptop computer, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and iPod docking station. Certain rooms have a seating area, while top floor rooms offer superior views of the surrounding mountains and urban landscape. All rooms include premium bedding, air conditioning, and 24-hour room service.

Dining Options

Dining options at Kensington Place include a restaurant serving international cuisine on an outdoor terrace, with meals available until 22:30. The complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast features items like eggs, bacon, and vegetarian dishes. Guests can also enjoy light lunches or dinner from a limited menu.

Leisure & Services

Leisure amenities include a small outdoor pool, fitness center access, and options for spa services like manicures and body scrubs. Guests can unwind in the lush garden areas or relax at the courtyard-style lounging spots. Kensington Place offers complimentary vouchers for the Virgin Active gym.

Location & Transportation

Kensington Place's central location in Higgovale provides easy access to local attractions, shopping at the V & A Waterfront, and landmarks like Table Mountain and the South African Jewish Museum. Nearby transportation options include bus stations and train stations, facilitating convenient travel around the area. The hotel also offers airport shuttle services at an additional charge.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Double Room

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast was a highlight of our stay, particularly the South African style eggs benedict that was simply fantastic!” view full review

Spacious Balcony Views

“Our modern room had a spacious balcony with amazing views of Table Mountain, making it the perfect spot to relax.” view full review

Cozy Fireplace

“Even though it was too chilly for the pool, we enjoyed lounging by the beautiful fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.” view full review

Convenient Kitchenette

“Having a small kitchenette in our studio made it easy to prepare snacks and enjoy them on our terrace overlooking the city.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Hairdresser
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Heated swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Pedicure
Manicure
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

Map view

38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

City landmarks

Park

Table Mountain National Park

2.3 km

Landmark

Table Mountain

2.6 km

Museum

District Six Museum

2.2 km

Mountain

Signal Hill

2.4 km

Square

Greenmarket Square

2.3 km

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

2.6 km

Park

De Waal Park

880 m

Theatre

Labia Theatre

1.6 km

Mountain

Lion's Head

3.4 km

Landmark

Bree Street

2.2 km

Farm

Oranjezicht City Farm

1.4 km

Gallery

South African National Gallery

2.0 km

Museum

South African Jewish Museum

1.9 km

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

2.2 km

Museum

Slave Lodge Museum

2.2 km

Planetarium

Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium

1.7 km

Museum

Cape Town Holocaust Centre

1.4 km

Park

Platteklip Gorge

2.4 km

Shopping Area

Gardens Shopping Centre

1.8 km

Museum

Museum of Gems and Jewellery

970 m

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

3.7 km

Square

Church Square

2.2 km

Public Building

City Hall

1.4 km

Theatre

Fugard Theatre

2.3 km

Landmark

Noon Day Gun

2.2 km

Library

National Library Of South Africa

2.1 km

Gallery

Rust en Vreugd

1.8 km

Gallery

Christopher Moller Art Gallery

1.6 km

Landmark

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway

1.8 km

Landmark

Parliament

2.6 km

Nearby

Museum

Museum of Gems and Jewellery

450 m

Park

Cape Town De Waal Park 1

450 m

Restaurants

The Bombay Bicycle Club

360 m

158 Kloof Street Gardens

Nourish'd

400 m

177 Kloof Street Ground Floor

Manna Epicure

690 m

151 Kloof Street Gardens

Carne

680 m

153 Kloof St

The Black Sheep Restaurant

770 m

104 Kloof Street Gardens

Caffe Milano Pasticceria & Bar

680 m

153 Kloof Street

The Power & The Glory

780 m

3B 93 Kloofnek Road

Dinkel Bakery

740 m

91 Kloof Nek Road Gardens

Maharajah

860 m

Kloof Nek Road

Getting around

City Centre

Cape Town27 min · 2.2 km

Airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)32 min · 20.8 km

Train

Woodstock Railway Station7 min · 4.1 km

Salt River Railway Station9 min · 5.7 km

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 01:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Kensington Place serves a full breakfast for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

Russian

Year renovated:

2006

Number of rooms:

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