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Just a 5-minute walk from the Company Gardens and located close to Cape Town's business district, Hippo Boutique Hotel offers stylish accommodations in the heart of Cape Town. Unique design and spacious layouts make Hippo Boutique Hotel a comfortable base during your stay in the Mother City. There are 4 restaurants within walking distance where guests can enjoy breakfast. Each of the guest units is equipped with a small kitchenette with tea/coffee making facilities. Make use of the free internet access or watch a program on the large flat-screen TV. Leather sofas and wooden floors complete Hippo's luxurious feel. Cape Town International Airport is 14 mi away and airport shuttles can be arranged for a surcharge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Kosher

Private parking at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
9.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andre
    Poland Poland
    Ruime kamer met goed bed en afgesloten parkeerplek
  • John
    the United States the United States
    Location with restaurants within easy walking distance. Very nice shower!
  • Matthew
    the United Arab Emirates the United Arab Emirates
    Large rooms, loads of additional comforts. Easy access and cosy cosy. Nice design
  • Felicity
    South Africa South Africa
    The overall experience was lovely. The room was clean
  • Taneia
    the United States the United States
    the room was a great size, very comfortable and clean.
  • Gamal
    Egypt Egypt
    very nice room and perfect location, staff is very friendly too
  • Ann
    the United States the United States
    For downtown location and price, nicely furnished,good security and great firm bed.
  • Arthur
    South Africa South Africa
    Asanda or Amanda receptionist is very rude and unfriendly to some guests
  • Mari
    South Africa South Africa
    Perfect location close to restaurants, shops and bars. Safe parking. The room was so well equipped with kitchenette and nice balcony. Very comfortable bed and bathroom. Much more luxurious than I expected!
  • Megan
    South Africa South Africa
    The rooms are clean, comfortable and well sized. The hotel is quiet and not too big, and is in a very good location to enjoy the Cape Town CBD, also access to beaches is easy.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hippo Boutique Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Elevator
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 50 per day.

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Fan

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules
Hippo Boutique Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 325 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 325 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroDebit card Cash is not accepted

FAQs about Hippo Boutique Hotel

  • Room options at Hippo Boutique Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
  • Hippo Boutique Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Bar crawls
    • Swimming pool
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental
  • The prices at Hippo Boutique Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Hippo Boutique Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Hippo Boutique Hotel is 3,100 feet from the center of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Hippo Boutique Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Kosher
    • À la carte