Alta BayvsHippo Boutique Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, Alta Bay scores slightly higher than Hippo Boutique Hotel. Alta Bay is ranked #27 in Cape Town with recommendations from 4 sources including Time Out, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Alta Bay
12 Invemark Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $75/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Multilingual
Frommer's
"This is among the most stylish operations in town, with plenty of thoughtful touches." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Cascading down the hillside, the design delicious Alta Bay is a haven of tranquillity and pampering." Full review
Time Out
"This smart and sophisticated guesthouse is situated in a beautifully renovated home under the slopes of Table Mountain and within easy reach of the buzz of the city." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A small, stylish and exclusive all-suite four-star guest house with just four rooms, located on the slopes of Table Mountain." Full review
Hippo Boutique Hotel
5-9 Park Road, Gardens, Gardens, Cape Town Central 8018, South Africa
From $51/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Conveniently located just off the vibrant cafe-and-dining strip of Kloof Street, this slick, good-value, no-nonsense hotel actually occupies a small modern apartment block." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Brilliantly located and appealing boutique property offering spacious, stylish rooms each with a small kitchen for self-catering." Full review
Time Out
"There's something so utterly glamorous about stepping out of one's hotel into the thick of a happening city, and - thanks to its great location - you can do just that at Hippo." Full review