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Ashanti Lodge Gardens BackpackersvsVineyard Hotel
Both properties are endorsed by writers. Overall, Vineyard Hotel scores significantly higher than Ashanti Lodge Gardens. Vineyard Hotel comes in at #8 in Cape Town with approval from 8 publications such as Frommer's, Time Out and oyster.com.
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
Vineyard Hotel
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Time Out
Oyster
National Geographic
The Telegraph
Fodor's Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
Colinton Road, Newlands 7700, South Africa
From $93/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "I'd rather stay here than at any of the large hotels at the Waterfront. The rates clarify why GQ voted it Best Value for Money Destination." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Vineyard, built around a 200-year-old homestead in the tranquil and leafy suburb of Newlands, has just emerged from a significant face-lift." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Vineyard is a four-star hotel with three excellent restaurants on its premises and the beautiful Angsana Spa."
Rough Guide "The public spaces are decorated in elegant Cape Dutch style, with contemporary artworks, and an outstanding panorama of Table Mountain from the extensive and gorgeous grounds."
Time Out "The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is a popular bet thanks to its convenient location, lovely sprawling gardens and excellent conferencing facilities." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Known for its historic charm and esteemed restaurants. Its sprawling garden grounds are planted with grape vines that actively supply several local wineries." Full review
National Geographic "Elegant 175-room hotel east of Table Mountain near Newlands rugby and cricket stadiums." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This historic hotel is located in a verdant seven-acre garden on the banks of the burbling Liesbeek stream with marvelous views of Table Mountain’s eastern slopes." Full review
Fodor's "On six acres of rolling gardens overlooking the Liesbeek River in residential Newlands, this comfortable hotel was built around the 18th-century weekend home of Lady Anne Barnard." Full review
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Be sure to ask for a recently updated room as others are old-fashioned.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Built around the 1799 home of Lady Anne Barnard, the rooms at this delightful hotel have a contemporary look and are decorated in soothing natural tones." Full review
