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Kensington Place

4-star Hotel with Snorkelling

4 stars

38 Kensington Crescent, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

+27 214 244 744
9.5
Wonderful

based on 77 reviews

£218
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
Superior room
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About Kensington Place, Cape Town

Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.5
Services
9.3
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.7
Luxury Cape Town hotel in Cape Town City Centre with free breakfast Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, 24-hour room service, and concierge services. Kensington Place offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Rooms

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1 king bed
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

General

  • Garden view
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Refrigerator

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Hiking

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Massage
  • Pool bar

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • Books
  • TV
  • DVD player

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

9.5
WonderfulBased on 77 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • one is there are no tea/coffee facilities in the room. (in 1 review)
  • The staff were wonderful - breakfast is excellent. (in 3 reviews)
  • "The breakfasts were delicious, and the staff went above and beyond to help us." (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • Nothing was too much trouble. (in 2 reviews)


Kensington Place room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How far is Kensington Place from Cape Town Intl?

    Kensington Place is 11.6 mi away from Cape Town Intl. You can typically expect your drive time from Kensington Place to Cape Town Intl to be 34min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Kensington Place from Cape Town Intl?

    Kensington Place has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Cape Town Intl to the hotel, but also to get around Cape Town during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in Kensington Place are on average £10/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Kensington Place. The nearest airport to the hotel is Cape Town Intl.

  • Are there food options at Kensington Place?

    There is a restaurant at Kensington Place that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +27 214 244 744 for kitchen hours. One of the easiest dining options for Cape Town guests staying in Kensington Place is to order room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does Kensington Place have a pool?

    Yes, Kensington Place has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • How close is Kensington Place to Cape Town city centre?

    When staying at Kensington Place you are only 2.3 mi from the Cape Town city centre. While making your way to the centre of Cape Town, you should plan to visit Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium, along with all the shops and restaurants.

  • What is the phone number for Kensington Place?

    For assistance from an employee at Kensington Place please call +27 214 244 744.

  • Does Kensington Place have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Kensington Place has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Kensington Place?

    Kensington Place has a fitness centre available for guests who would like to use it throughout their stay.

  • What time is check-out for Kensington Place?

    The required check-out time is 11:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Kensington Place?

    £223/night is a good average price right now, and some users have even reported deals that start from only £158/night. However, prices can change based on the time of year you’re booking, the type of room you prefer, etc. Fill in the form above to get deals for your trip.

  • Is there laundry service in Kensington Place?

    The accommodation features laundry services for all guests. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

  • What is the distance from Kensington Place, Cape Town to Sea Point Pavilion?

  • Is Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium, Cape Town close to Kensington Place?

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