Hippo Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
Overview
The comfortable 4-star Hippo Boutique Hotel Cape Town, located just 350 metres from Christopher Moller Art Gallery, offers an outdoor pool and Wi-Fi throughout the property. There is a tube station near the smoke-free hotel, and guests can easily reach the four-screen Labia Theatre which is merely a 5-minute walk away.
Location
This Cape Town hotel is close to the entertainment district of Cape Town and only a few steps from Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium. Situated right in the centre of Cape Town, the stylish Hippo is only 1.6 km from District Six Museum.
Visit Company Gardens Pond, about a 5-minute ride from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of South Africa. There is Table Mountain 3.6 km away, while Upper Long 1 bus station is in the vicinity of Hippo Boutique Hotel.
For those travelling from afar, Cape Town International airport is 20 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Overlooking the mountain, the 24 rooms are appointed with climate control, as well as modern facilities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with toiletries and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
The hotel offers breakfast in the restaurant. Guests are welcome to a lounge bar on site. The Kloof Street House is within 5 minutes' walk of this Cape Town property.
Leisure & Business
Beach facilities at the Hippo Cape Town include sunloungers. Sports lovers can participate in horseback riding and snorkeling trips arranged by this Cape Town hotel. Business travellers are welcome to use a business centre offered on site.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Billiard tables
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Sun loungers
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Recommended for:
Rooftop yogaStart your day with a yoga session on the hotel's rooftop.
Whiskey tastingEnjoy a whiskey tasting experience with a selection of South African whiskeys.
African art workshopJoin a workshop with local artists and create your own African art.
Gin mixology classLearn how to make delicious gin cocktails with a mixology class.
High tea with a viewIndulge in a high tea experience while enjoying panoramic views of Cape Town.
Wine tastingSavor a variety of delicious South African wines with a wine tasting experience.
- Cheese pairing
- African drumming session
- Chocolate making workshop
- Sunset cocktail cruise
- African cooking class
- Whiskey and cigar pairing
- Diamond tour
- Secret Gin Bar
Location
* Situated in the appealing Gardens neighborhood, the hotel is near Company's Garden, South African National Gallery, and Mount Nelson. * The area boasts historical attractions like Iziko Slave Lodge museum, cultural offerings at District Six Museum, dining at Kloof Street restaurants and crafts shopping at Greenmarket Square. * Bo-Kaap neighborhood with colorful houses, Truth Coffee Roasting cafe, and boutique shops make it ideal for culture enthusiasts and trendsetters.
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