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Hippo Boutique Hotel

W. Cape-Cape Town-Garden Route · South Africa

5-9 Park Road, 5-9View location

9.0/10Excellent412 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.0/109.0
Location9.4/109.4
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Value8.0/108.0
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Hippo Boutique Hotel

This stylish boutique hotel offers sophisticated accommodation in the heart of Cape Town. Guests can enjoy the convenience of three on-site restaurants, featuring Thai and Mexican cuisine and room service.

Just minutes away, explore the vibrant city center, ascend Table Mountain by cable car, or discover the V&A Waterfront, a bustling harbor with shops and entertainment. The hotel is also conveniently located near the business district and a short 20-minute drive from the airport.

Explore nearby attractions such as Robben Island (including Nelson Mandela's cell), the Malay Quarter, and the scenic Garden Route. The hotel offers private tours, airport transfers, and meeting facilities. Guest rooms feature air conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, kitchenettes, and TVs.

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With a stay at Hippo Boutique Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Cape Town, a short 6-minute walk from Iziko South African Museum and 13 minutes by foot from Greenmarket Square. This boutique hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Castle of Good Hope.

Make yourself at home in one of the 25 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions are provided, with satellite programming available. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free international calls. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Transportation services

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Parking height restrictions apply Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Special 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. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Long-term renters welcome
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 140 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
    • Secured self parking fee: ZAR 70 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

Nearby attractions

Kloof Street 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Long Street 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Iziko South African Museum 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bree Street 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Company's Garden 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
South African Jewish Museum 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Western Cape High Court 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
South African National Gallery 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
South Africa Library 1 km / 0.6 mi
Greenmarket Square 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Adderley Street 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Bo Kaap Museum 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
St. George's Cathedral 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Table Mountain National Park 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Houses of Parliament 1.4 km / 0.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2009
  • Number of floors (main building): 4
  • Double rooms: 20
  • Suites: 5
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  • City centre
  • Bus/Train station
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Harbour
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  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Car park
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hire
  • Transfer service
  • Secure parkingExtra charge
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire serviceExtra charge
  • 24-hour security
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant: 3
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Meeting room
  • Business centre
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Pub
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • Hot breakfast
  • Breakfast a la carte
  • Late riser breakfast
  • À la carte dinner
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • Room WITH VIEWSRoom • WITH VIEWSROO.WV

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    Room WITH VIEWS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.WV

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  • TWIN DELUXE KING BEDTWIN • DELUXE KING BEDTWN.DX-KG

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    TWIN DELUXE KING BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: TWN.DX-KG

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • DELUXE TWO BEDSDBT.2B-DX

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    Double or Twin DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B-DX

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  • Double or Twin LUXURYDouble or Twin • LUXURYDBT.LX-1

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    Double or Twin LUXURY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.LX-1

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  • Room WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWSRoom • WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWSROO.BL-WV

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    Room WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.BL-WV

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  • Double or Twin WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWSDouble or Twin • WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWSDBT.BL-WV

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    Double or Twin WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH BALCONY WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.BL-WV

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • Room LUXURYRoom • LUXURYROO.LX

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    Room LUXURY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.LX

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  • SUITE EXECUTIVESUITE • EXECUTIVESUI.EJ

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    SUITE EXECUTIVE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    EXECUTIVE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.EJ

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  • APARTMENT EXECUTIVEAPARTMENT • EXECUTIVEAPT.EJ

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    APARTMENT EXECUTIVE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    EXECUTIVE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.EJ

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 27 m²DBL.ST-1
    DOUBLE STANDARDPhoto unavailable1 photo

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    27 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

    Room amenities

    • Plug adaptor
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Bathtub
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Kitchenette
    • Minibar
    • Mini fridge
    • Microwave
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Safe
    • Balcony
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • 220V power supply
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Slippers
    • Cable TV
    • Housekeeping

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Cot on demand

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN DELUXETWIN • DELUXETWN.DX

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    TWIN DELUXE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.DX

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  • Double or Twin CAPACITY 2Double or Twin • CAPACITY 2DBT.C2-1

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    Double or Twin CAPACITY 2

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    CAPACITY 2

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.C2-1

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  • Double or Twin CITY VIEWDouble or Twin • CITY VIEWDBT.CV

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    Double or Twin CITY VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    CITY VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.CV

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DBT.ST
    Double or Twin STANDARDPhoto unavailable6 photos

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

    Room photos

    6 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

    Room amenities

    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Kitchenette
    • Minibar
    • Mini fridge
    • Microwave
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • 220V power supply
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Slippers
    • Cable TV
    • Plug adaptor
    • Housekeeping

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Cot on demand

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-2

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-2

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  • STUDIO EXECUTIVESTUDIO • EXECUTIVESTU.EJ

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    STUDIO EXECUTIVE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    EXECUTIVE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.EJ

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  • Double or Twin LUXURYDouble or Twin • LUXURY • 1 Bedroom • 60 m²DBT.LX
    Double or Twin LUXURYPhoto unavailable16 photos

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    Double or Twin LUXURY

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    16 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    60 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Double bed 131-150 width, King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.LX

    Room amenities

    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Housekeeping
    • Plug adaptor
    • Cable TV
    • Slippers
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • 220V power supply
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Balcony
    • Living room: 1
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Mini fridge
    • Minibar
    • Kitchenette
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Bathroom

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Cot on demand

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • APARTMENT EXECUTIVE KING BEDAPARTMENT • EXECUTIVE KING BEDAPT.EJ-KG

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    APARTMENT EXECUTIVE KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    EXECUTIVE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.EJ-KG

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  • SINGLE DELUXESINGLE • DELUXESGL.DX

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    SINGLE DELUXE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.DX

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • SINGLE WITH BALCONYSINGLE • WITH BALCONYSGL.BL

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    SINGLE WITH BALCONY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.BL

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  • Room WITH BALCONYRoom • WITH BALCONYROO.BL

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    Room WITH BALCONY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.BL

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Double or Twin DELUXEDouble or Twin • DELUXEDBT.DX-7

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    Double or Twin DELUXE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.DX-7

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  • Room DELUXE EXECUTIVERoom • DELUXE EXECUTIVEROO.DX-EJ

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    Room DELUXE EXECUTIVE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    DELUXE EXECUTIVE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.DX-EJ

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE EXECUTIVEDouble or Twin • DELUXE EXECUTIVEDBT.DX-EJ

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    Hippo Boutique Hotel

    Double or Twin DELUXE EXECUTIVE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE EXECUTIVE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.DX-EJ

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST-1

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hippo Boutique Hotel

9.0
Excellent
412 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Location
9.4 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Value
8.0 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Nicolas
J'ai été très heureux de mon choix de Hippo Boutique Hotel.
Il est situé tout près de Kloof St, rue assez animée, mais un peu en retrait.
La chambre était très spacieuse, bien équipée, impeccable.
Le personnel était extrêmement aimable et serviable.
Il n'y a pas de restaurant, mais pour déjeuner l'hôtel offre des coupons pour des cafés des environs, comme l'excellent Café Sofi en face.
Il faut sonner et monter un étage pour arriver à la réception 24h.

Au final, le rapport qualité-prix est vraiment excellent.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Frederick
Amazing place to stay really enjoyed it
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
David
Location, location, location!
Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
Penny
The breakfast places were good. We particularly liked Sofi's
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2026
Lindsey
Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Rooms were clean and staff was excellent. Surrounding neighborhood was nice and felt very safe
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2026
Daniel
Big modern room
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Anish
The room was in very good condition and clean. There were kitchenette facilities. The staff were very friendly. Even let me check in a little early.

Instead of on site breakfast they offer Bouchers for three local chic brunch spot spots which open from 7 to 12. They are Hollywood style with modern Instagram style breakfast options. This is quite a nifty idea, all three places are within walking distance.

Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and bottled water are all available and good quality. There is a coffee station where you can make a freshly ground brew whenever you want.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
Ben
Great breakfast options
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Brad
Clean room very helpful staff, great breakfast options
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2025
James

Perfect for the price

Clean and comfy in a great area surrounded by restaurants and bars.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2025
Tim

Nice stop over

One night stay before we returned to the UK Would recommend as it’s in a bustling area but felt safe. Mexican restaurant/bar next door is great.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2025
Mark
Really happy with our stay,Beds were really comfortable,Staff were so friendly and the options for breakfast in the surrounding cafes was an excellent touch,Will be back
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Erica
We absolutely loved this property. The hotel itself is wonderful, we loved our spacious room and the staff was incredible, always ready to help and make our stay as pleasant as possible. The property is in a very popular area, lots of night life, if you are early to bed, we recommend requesting a room away from the front of the hotel, which can be noisy. Great breakfast offered in a three different restaurants very close, plus an amazing amount of good restaurants in general. We highly recommend the property.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Katrin
Great hotel
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2025
Sakhiwo
It was perfect for what we needed
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
Ian
Ideal location. Quiet yet close to many restaurants and clubs. Would stay again/
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2024
jordan
Super central, easy to walk to many bars, restaurants, cafes and links for easy transport.

Rooms were massive with lots of space, great kitchenette offering was very helpful.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2024
Anne
I liked my large room that had an unexpectedly beautiful view of Table Mountain. I adored, Sharon, at the front desk. She helped me enormously.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2024
J Scott

Good place, but some false descriptions

Nice place in a great location. A couple of caveats - the hotel's description states that standard rooms have a balcony. Okay, but it's only about 9 inches wide. Perhaps enough for a smoker standing sideways, but not what one a expects for a balcony. Also, the description on Hotels.com states that they have 3 restaurants and 5 bars. Not so, although there are restaurants on each side of the property.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2024
Sean
Great staff, super informative and helpful. Lovely hotel with clean and stylish rooms. Located in a fun area which meant it was quite noisy at night. The light switches need a rethink. Even the guy working there had trouble figuring them out. Would certainly stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2024
Verified traveler

Nice hotel in a good location

The reception staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a nice location, near a small shopping centre and restaurants. We appreciated the large bathroom and kitchenette with a microwave.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2023
Boris
Great location on Kloof Street with variety of dining options. Walking distance to downtown, Long Street, museums and Company's Garden. Waterfront and Table Mountain Cable car is short Uber drive away. Fat Cactus bar (below hotel) is great place for a evening drink upon coming back from the tours. Would highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2023
Anthony
The staff is what always makes my experience. Just really great people!!
Business_and_leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
28 Aug 2023
Jorge
Limited services
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2023
Hellen
Helpful and reliable staff
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2023
Rachanobol

Great place to stay in Cape Town

Nice little hotel just off Kloof Street. The front desk staff were exceptional and very helpful. They made the difference in turning our vacation week into a wonderful and enjoyable adventure.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2022
Lyndee

Great place

Great place
Business
8/10
Excellent
01 Mar 2022
Tamin-Lee

Just average

The room smelt like cigarettes and was not that clean. The bath was massive and took forever to get to a depth to bath and there is water restrictions on Cape Town so was not great.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2021
Grant

Business trip

Great rooms, no in site food
Business
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2021
Jakim

that shower

best shower i have ever had
excellent value for money
lots to do
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
A very good hotel surrounded by shops and restaurants, not far from Table Mountain.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2020
Marcia
The people were wonderful and were so accommodating.
Didn't know there would be so many stairs in front. Hard to carry suitcases. Unique rooms
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2020
David

Fabulous

Amazing. We came for the test match & it was reasonable to get to Newlands with Bolt. Hotel in safe area. We walked at night no problem. Jerry's for breakfast was lovely. We never exceeded the ZAR100 pp. Good to pop in for a night cap as the staff there were exceptional. We had 8 very comfortable nights and would not hesitate to return. We booked a front room as on a budget and were never disturbed by noise.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
The location was great, walking distance to many local attractions. (In the day time)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2019
Maureen
It was a very nice experience. The bedding was super clean and comfortable. The rooms are spacious. I appreciated the stocked mini bar. The staff are very nice and helpful. They helped me with airport transfer service 4 times. The driver, Mervyn, deserves mentioning, too! The location is fantastic. I would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2019
Beth

Last night in South Africa

We were pleased by the reception, both efficient and helpful. The room itself was lovely... a great take on how to modernize decor. It was quiet (we were at the back) and in a great location.It was a great choice for the final night of our trip.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2019
Colin
Great value place to stay in Cape Town
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2019
Veronica
Very small nice hotel in a trendy area
Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
location is excellent, staff are very helpful. Whilst they dont have food on site it sits above multiple food outlets and close to woolworths.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2019
Verified traveler
I really Enjoyed my stay at the Hippo, centrally located with a lot of restaurants nearby. I had a late flight leaving at 11 pm and they allowed me to check out late, I really appreciated that. Excellent service!!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2019
Alison

Great stay at hippo boutique hotel

My group of four friends were lucky enough to secure a last-minute booking of four standard rooms at this divine boutique hotel. The rooms were large and well-appointed with very comfortable beds, while our breakfast the next morning was delicious! Definitely a repeat for us all, should we need to overnight in Cape Town again.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2019
DCDWExit12
The staff was pretty good. There were a few who stood out. The property is located well with roughly all “neighborhood” services nearby, particularly for longer stays. It is within easy walking distance to most if not all CBD landmarks. There were a number of interesting neighborhood events nearby. The two restaurants downstairs and the mini-mall next door were very convenient. The building systems could use an assessment then an upgrade, but overall the property was good.
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Reception is on the first floor. There is an elevator but it's hard to find. So when you arrive after a very long flight you don't want to carry your heavy lugage up the stairs.
Business
8/10
Excellent
21 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Location was great and hotel was clean. rooms could do with an update, but we both slept well on each of our 3 nights. We arrived very late on our first night and could have done with some help up the stairs to reception with our bags (there was no lift), but other than that the staff were good. We had a 100 rand pp allowance for breakfast which is in the restaurant below the hotel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2019
Stephen
Good city location with secure parking. Staff brilliant, friendly and helpful. Bars close by so potentially noisy but we had a quiet room.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Excellent hotel and staff in great location, home away from home
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2018
LESLEY
Great property good location
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2018
Wendy
We had several airlines delays and arrived at 2:00 am. The staff adjusted to each one, and our driver was cheerfully waiting for us, as was the receptionist for check in. The following morning, the front desk clerk helped print our tickets for table mountain before the driver they arranged took us on I’m lovely tour. We could not have hoped for better service from these wonderful people!
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2018
jane

Hip Hip Hipporay!!!

I always book room 103 or 104 as they are refurbished and in very good condition. Only problem with the hotel is that it is noisy as of 06.00 because the stairs are just outside the door and people never seem to realize that loud voices carry and disturb others. Staff are lovely, cleaners are excellent, and the whole experience is cool.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2018
Charles

Where to Stay in Capetown,S.A.

Staff very helpful. Hotel is nicely appointed and comfortable. We had a room on the second floor on the street which was quite noisy from the bar/restaurant downstairs until mid evening. Tre check-in clerk however asked if this was a problem before we checked in and we were happy to take it anyway because of a physical disability. It turned out to be no problem anyway and it was our choice. We'll stay there again if the opportunity exists.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2018
Ryan
Awesome individually decorated suite. The theme for my room was retro music or something to that effect, with an old turntable, tape deck, vinyls etc. and a huge leather couch.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2018
Riana

well done

was very good as always
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2018
Laurie

Nice spacious room, great breakfast

The room was spacious, clean and comfortable and the mini kitchen area well equipped. We were at the rear of the building so did not hear any noise from the street. The breakfast voucher to use at adjacent 'Jerry's' was more than adequate for a really good breakfast. The position is good in a vibrant area with lots of great restaurants and cafes close by and a supermarket and chemist just around the corner. As two females we felt quite happy and safe to walk to the nearby resturants in the evening, and in the daytime along Kloof and Long streets, being aware and using all the usual precautions. Thank you to the lovely receptionist who helped to find an emergency dentist for me.
8/10
Excellent
15 Aug 2018
ADEBAYO

Very lovely

Awesome place, I totally recommend!!
8/10
Excellent
08 Aug 2018
Verified traveler

Good location, helpful staff, good value for price

Good location but better get a room facing inside to avoid the noise from two bars to left and right of the hotel. Sharon at reception was really nice and helpful. No elevator, no facilities on site, which are ok to me as I didint stay in room much. WiFi was unreliable, needed patience. Overall a good value for the price.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2018
Terry

Great hotel

It's a great hotel to stay in. Choose the loft suites if you can. Lots of good restaurants nearby.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2018
Karin

Great location and beautiful views

The location of this hotel is fantastic. The staff was very helpful and the room was very spacious with beautiful views. We will definitely be back.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2018
Robert

Great place to stay

A very nice place to stay in Cape Town. Central location. Helpful staff. We stayed 3 nights, taking tours from the hotel on 2 of the days.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2018
Verified traveler
Very nice small hotel that was clean and had excellent service. Fun to stay away from the large chains and try a smaller hotel. A number of very nice restaurants close by. Only downside was number of beggers in the area, which I'm told, is common throughout Cape Town.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2018
Doglover

Great Boutique Hotel!

Very comfortable, spacious and quiet suite. Hotel staff was very accommodating and there were many restaurants and shops nearby. It was our first time visiting Cape Town and we were very happy with our choice!
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2018
Daniel

Comfortable stay

Very centrally located hotel within walking distance of many restaurants and sight seeing. Good safe free parking
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2018
Crista
The Hippo was great - there is a lively bar downstairs that plays its music pretty loud - but luckily they don’t keep it going that late - and it is good music! But that is my only complaint (I like to go to bed early and my room was right above the bar), everything else was excellent and I will definitely be coming back!
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2018
Verified traveler

Great choice of hotel in an amazing location

It's your basic, clean hotel in an amazing location! Staff was always present, attentive and friendly. For the price you are paying, it's a good deal. The only issue was that nights can get very noisy depending on which room you are in - if you are in a room facing one of the bars, it can be problematic if you are a light sleeper. All that being said, I will definitely be back here next time I am in CPT.
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2018
Verified traveler

Good hotel

Nice hotel and good area.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 May 2018
Verified traveler
I was aware of the one flight of stairs, therefore, that was not a problem to me.
The room was very spacious and it was the only place where they provided slippers. (I stayed in three places during my visit).
Adding a mini kitchen is quite thoughtful and helpful.
Three issues were disappointing; 1. The room had many cockroaches, 2. For some reason, the internet was not working on my apple laptop, and being a work-related trip this was quite important. However, they did try to sort it out but they had not solved it by the time I left. 3. There was a dirty towel at the corner table when i checked in. I forgot to ask them to remove it and it was still there by the time i left.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2018
Verified traveler

Hidden Gem

What a hidden Gem! This beautiful hotel has all of the amenities and best staff. The bet part was the location. You are a block off Kloff and numerous restaurants and bars steps from the building. Would recommend to anyone!!
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
Fantastic facilities and great staff. Probably the best value in Cape Town!
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2018
Francisco

Our friendly Hippo.

We liked the location and the friendly attitude of the reception staff. The only inconvenience is the lack of an elevator to the street level exit. There is one elevator to the parking lot! Otherwise we recommend it.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2018
Sandra

Favourite Hotel

My hotel of choice whenever I am in Cape Town!
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2018
Chloe

Fabulous location

We spent 3 nights here. The location is perfect for exploring Cape Town and is on a very safe street, just off Kloof street, which is great for restaurants, cafes and bars.

We asked for a quiet room, and were given one at the back of the hotel. This was certainly quieter than it would have been at the front, which is above a lively bar, but the sound proofing in the room wasn't great which meant we could hear others going to and from their rooms quite clearly. This would be fine if you are not light sleepers. The room was extremely spacious with good facilities, and a very nice bathroom. The bed was large and comfortable. The floors in our room could have been a little cleaner and the communal areas look tired and a bit bland for a \"boutique\" hotel.

There is off-street parking which is a definite plus point, since leaving your car on the street is not recommended.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2018
Lilica

Would recommend, cool area

It was a last minute decision, but well worth the detour from our plans. Best fitting for a young professional but did the job on our family trip. Very clean, with essentials in the ‘kitchen’ area - including the kitchen towel, but no warmth due to bare floors. However, the hotel provides sleepers. Bakery near by for breakfast.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2018
Norma

Gem in a Happening Neighborhood

Terrific location with a selection of interesting eateries. Staff was friendly offering exceptional service.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2018
INES

LOVED IT!

The staff are extra nice. They even helped me paying my taxi when I arrived s I did not have changed money.
Each time they assisted me very nicely.
The hotel is located in a very convenient place and has many coffees and restaurants around.
It is safe and loved the decor.
I really recommend it!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2018
Amy

Great little hotel

Great location. Very nice room. The beds are a tad hard but no other complaints. If you can get breakfast included option. They give you a voucher to use at one of three places. Knead Bakery at the corner Is great for this
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2018
Anthony
This property is in a great position net to great bars and restaurants the room was fantastic large and well equipped would recommended a stay
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2018
Ken

In the Thick of It

We had a wonderful stay at the Hippo Boutique Hotel. We used the hotel as a staging ground to discover the sites of Cape Town.
The facilities were great and the staff was excellent.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2018
Verified traveler
Great location and wonderful venue. The room was spacious and clean. Good lighting. Welcoming staff. Very friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2018
Paul

Nice hotel, easy access to Cape Town

We would highly recommend this hotel. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable with all the usual hotel facilities (tea, coffee, kettle, wi-fi etc) and they include a small kitchen area and air conditioning. We had a back facing room which was very quiet. There are plenty of good eating places and convenience stores nearby. The hotel provides vouchers for breakfast and they can be used at three nearby cafes. We would recommend them all, but Knead was our favourite. Each guest gets a 100 Rand voucher, which is enough for a good breakfast and coffee. The staff at the hotel are great and upon arrival we were given a glass of wine and some recommendations for places to visit in Cape Town. There is a well served bus route at the end of Park Road that takes you directly to Table Mountain and the beautiful Camps Bay beach or into Cape Town, where you can connect with other bus routes. Plenty of places are also within walking distance. The area around the hotel is bustling with locals and tourists and feels safe.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2018
Verified traveler

Fabulous Hotel

Excellent location with many bars/clubs/restaurants in the area.
The room was excellent with a great street view. Would highly recommend this place if you're looking for a fun location that is not too quiet.
8/10
Excellent
17 Feb 2018
Verified traveler

Convenient location close to center

Nice room in a great location with secure parking.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2018
Kathy

Friendly hotel with great location and staff

The hotel is in between the central city and Table Mountain and the doorway to peninsula sites. Lots of good restaurants nearby. Can’t say enough good about the helpful staff and their contacts to tours and good drivers. The Hippo was an important background to a great stay in a lovely city. Not a single complaint but one caveat - request a room at the back away from the lively front restaurants if you want to sleep well.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2018
Michael

Happy Hippo Boutique hotel.

Great find! We left booking to the last moment, not a smart move during South African peak holiday period.
The location is great, in the city bowl, close enough to the Cape Town Waterfront, cable car to Table Mountain and to the main exit routes from the city. Many restaurants and bars in the area which still has the old Cape Town character and charm, unlike the newer, more glitzy but soulless tourist areas. It doesn't really matter that it is not right at the sea as Cape Town requires and deserves travelling around quite a bit.
Room was very large with enough space for 2 extra beds and also includes a small \"kitchenette\" with microwave if you decide to eat in. The hotel looks quite new and recently decorated.
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel has a quiet calm atmosphere and is has been decorated in a modern and charming fashion. There is also ample safe parking.
Great value for money. I would readily recommend this hotel. We stayed there for 2 days before travelling to the nearby wine farms for a few nights. We enjoyed the Hippo Boutique Hotel so much that we returned there after our wine-lands trip.
Definitely worth considering for a Cape Town stay.
Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Jan 2018
A.N.Other

great location, a little noisy

lovely hotel, shame that when you arrive by taxi and climb up to the reception with all your luggage you then only get told about the back entrance with lift. very generous sized rooms. shame that the shared balconies are not non smoking and that the noise from the downstairs bars can be a little intrusive. however great location and good coffee in reception
8/10
Excellent
05 Dec 2017
Verified traveler

Nice hotel in an excellent location.

Room was large, comfortable and clean. A hotel where it was possible and safe to open windows rather than rely on air conditioning. Staff were pleasant and helpful. In addition to a shower, there was a large bath tub in the bathroom. Location was excellent as there were supermarkets, shops and restaurants nearby and it wasn't that far to walk to downtown areas.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2017
Carlos

Excellent Boutique Hotel

Delicious breakfast options from 3 restaurants, room really confortable with a big room, well located and excellent staff.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2017
craig & fran

Nice stay, great location

Very nice room, super helpful staff, in a great location. Lots of good restaurants and yet dy bars nearby
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2017
Marsha

Hippo Boutique

The entire staff at the Hippo was very helpful and friendly, especially Sharon. They were willing to set up excursions and transportation to and from the airport. The restaurants that served breakfast were all very good and the food was good too. The Hippo is located near many other good restaurants as well as a mall. We always felt safe and secure. we will definitely stay here again.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
17 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Good location

Great location downtown. Busy streets and sometimes noisy restaurants. Staff generally helpful. Able to make own coffee.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2017
Sherri

Great hotel and location

Wonderful boutique hotel. Great location, large comfy room and very helpful staff. We would highly recommend it.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Excellent hotel in Cape Town

This is a small and very nice hotel. The rooms are exactly as seen in the pictures: modern decor and spacious. I was impressed. The location is perfect. The hotel is located in the city center with many restaurants and shops around.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
07 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Be careful of room 120 or rooms facing the street

The room itself is nice, but on Friday and Saturday nights it's very, very loud in my front-facing room. You're above two extremely active tourist bars. Cool if you're into partying, bad if you're not. When I complained at check out, the woman suggested I had not closed the windows and drapes properly. She was mistaken. Just be aware if you're there over the weekend in a front-facing room -- during the week I imagine it's fine.
8/10
Excellent
06 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Close to restaurants & great view of Table Moutain

While in Cape Town, my husband and I bounced back and forth between cities and hotels. I had pre-booked to stay at this hotel upon arrival for a few days, travel down to Hermanus and then stay again before taking off for safari. The first stint was ok - the staff is absolutely great but we got the first room off of the lobby and it's located directly above a restaurant/bar. The noise wasn't an issue until the weekend but everytime we went to our room, it smelled of the food they were cooking downstairs. We laughed it off the first day but after the second and third, all of our clothes (including those in the luggage) smelled.
When we returned from Hermanus, I politely asked for a different room and they very nicely provided us one. The room had been updated more recently, had a sliding door with a balacony and did not smell like food!
Overall, the hotel staff was great and the location is pretty good. Easy walking to a number of restaurants and bars. The hotel also had private parking which is a huge plus especially in that area.
8/10
Excellent
28 Aug 2017
Verified traveler

Central city motel with great restaurants.

Great situationclose to some very nice restaurants!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Aug 2017
Olivia

Nice hotel with great and welcoming staff

The room was clean, well stocked with lovely smelling shower gel, shampoo, hand wash, hand lotion, bedroom slippers and clean towels . The extra blanket was very warm and the wi-fi worked perfectly. There were also 3 options of restaurants to choose from for breakfast which was great.Thank you for a great stay experience.I would definitely recommend it and come back.
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2017
Michael

Very Good Accommodations for Cape Town

Management was great. Rooms were as good as some \"better\" places in the USA. Not many buildings in S. Africa have forced-air heating (like zero), most have very inefficient space heaters, heating panels, towel heaters(really!). Our rooms at the Hippo were not an exception; we had to wear jackets and other layers to stay warm in the middle of winter (only down to 45-deg F - I'm sure the room was not nearly that cold). They just do some things different here in Cape Town (like showers dripping straight down from directly overhead).
Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Jul 2017
Eliezer

A nice hotel for the price.

A nice hotel for the price. A little away from the beachfront and downtown. And a little noisy on the weekend. Breakfast are fabulous!
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2017
Sara

Great find in Cape Town!

Super close to everything! Clean rooms and friendly staff. Great wifi also!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2017
Verified traveler

Very clean, spacious room.

We had a wonderful stay at Hippo Boutique Hotel. The room was very spacious and had a mini kitchen with plates and silverware utensils which was very convenient. the hardwood floors made it feel very home-y and cozy and the room seriously looked like it had just been remodeled! The only small issue that we had was the shower doors which were slightly broken so it was hard to open but other than that, our stay was great! Would definitely recommend!
8/10
Excellent
28 May 2017
Verified traveler

Great staff

Central location. Very helpful staff. Overall great stay. Bring earplugs.
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2017
Verified traveler
Good hotel. Great location and helpful staff. Parking available

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Hippo Boutique Hotel
5-9 Park Road, 5-9, Cape Town, South Africa

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