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Cape Cadogan Boutique HotelvsRodwell House Luxury Villa by the Sea
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Cape Cadogan scores marginally better than Rodwell House. Cape Cadogan comes in at 80 with praise from 8 reviews like The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Time Out.
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
Concierge
Time Out
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
5 Upper Union Street, Gardens, Cape Town Central 8000, South Africa
From $226/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "It's a sensual kind of place that feels private, with all-white decor, sparkling chandeliers, and open, travertine-tiled bathrooms."
Time Out "Comprising the original hotel, nearby luxury apartments and the more private Owners Villa, the Cape Cadogan continues to provide stylish sanctuary for city visitors." Full review
Frommer's "One of the original farmhouses built on the slopes of Table Mountain, this elegant double-storied Georgian is just steps away from bustling Kloof Street, yet it's a thoroughly peaceful sanctuary." Full review
Lonely Planet "This Gone with the Wind–style heritage-listed villa presents a very classy boutique operation with some rooms opening on to the secluded courtyard." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"An elegant oasis housed in a 19th-century national monument, Cadogan is one of the very best guest houses in the city, with 15 individually decorated rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Cape Cadogan is a listed national monument, and its 15 suites reflect this, with ornate fireplaces, plush headboards, and standalone soaking tubs" Full review
Fodor's "The staff are pleasant and accommodating and will help you arrange just about anything you need." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"This 15-room Georgian-era townhouse, tucked away in a residential street in Gardens, is full of surprises...such a brilliant location, as slickly managed, luxurious or private as Cape Cadogan." Full review
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Rodwell House Luxury Villa by the Sea Frommer's Fodor's Time Out The Telegraph Travel + Leisure
Rodwell Road, St. James 7945, South Africa
From $1,626/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Frommer's "Luxury on a grand scale, yet you're invited to kick off your shoes and let your hair down." Full review
Fodor's "St. James is where the English aristocrats holidayed, and the air of moneyed elegance hasn't dissipated. Emphasis is on space, light, and comfort."
Time Out "An ideal position opposite St James tidal pool and the catwalk that winds its way all the way to Muizenberg ensures that those who love the sea are in their element here." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Rodwell House is my favourite option on the False Bay coast, which has far more history and charm than the glitzy Atlantic seaboard." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just 30 minutes outside Cape Town in the charming town of St. James, the opulent 1930s house-hotel... sits atop a hill with a gorgeous view of the ocean." Full review
