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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Cape TownvsAshanti Lodge Gardens Backpackers
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Cape Town scores marginally higher than Ashanti Lodge Gardens. Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Cape Town is ranked #46 in Cape Town with accolades from 4 publications including Oyster, Time Out and Lonely Planet.
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Cape Town
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Fodor's
New Church Street, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8018, South Africa
From $63/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Time Out "Designed to cater for fun-loving adrenaline junkies (the 'climber' fixed to the wall outside should be a clue), the design gimmicks here add a fun element to one's overall experience." Full review
Lonely Planet "Yes, that exclamation mark is justified! The Protea hotel chain thought outside of the box when designing this place that takes Cape Town’s adventurous, party-hard spirit as inspiration." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Has a steady business traveler clientele and... host frequent conferences, but it brands itself as a wild party spot with a bar that features live music." Full review
Fodor's "Initially built as a highly themed hotel—interior elements like elevators kitted out as a shark cage underwater or a Table Mountain cable car mid-journey, and a "climbing wall" still exist." Full review
Ashanti Lodge Gardens Backpackers
Rough Guide Time Out Lonely Planet
11 Hof Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $18/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
Rough Guide "This massive, two-storey Victorian mansion has marbling and ethnic decor, soaring ceilings, a nicely kept front garden, and a swimming pool with sun terrace."
Time Out "Ashanti Lodge is renowned 'party central' for twentysomething visitors to the city. The great rates, extensive facilities...and always-buzzing atmosphere ensure its popularity." Full review
Lonely Planet "This is one of Cape Town’s slickest operations, with much of the action focused on its lively bar and deck which overlooks Table Mountain." Full review
