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Hippo Boutique HotelvsCape Grace Managed By Accor
Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Cape Grace is preferred by most professionals compared to Hippo Boutique Hotel. Cape Grace comes in at #3 in Cape Town with accolades from 16 reviewers such as Jetsetter, Oyster and The Telegraph.
Hippo Boutique Hotel
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Time Out
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
Cape Grace Managed By Accor Frommer's
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Time Out
Star Service
Gayot
Oyster
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
West Quay Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $2,122/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's "Of the larger Waterfront hotels, the Grace remains the most elegant, and it's still the first choice for visiting VIPs, though Dock House is by far the most exclusive." Full review
Concierge "The 121-room hotel has a somewhat younger clientele than its main luxury competitor, the Mount Nelson, and prides itself on extremely personalized service."
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Hotel staff try to accommodate every request, so if you're keen on wine, the resident sommelier can accompany you to the winelands.
Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels
"A movable pedestrian bascule bridge provides access from the bustling waterfront to this quiet, mansard-roofed hotel on its own private quay." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A member of the Leading Small Hotels of the World group, the Cape Grace is the stately jewel in the crown of the Waterfront’s crop of hotels."
Rough Guide "One of South Africa’s most expensive and exclusive hotels, in a perfect location, and deserving of every accolade."
Time Out "With its recently refurbished rooms (121 in total), outstanding restaurant and dining facilities... and superb African-inspired spa, this is certainly one of the best hotels in the city." Full review
Star Service "This small boutique-style hotel is a dark terra-cotta rectangle off by itself among the docks, yet just a short walk from the action." Full review
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Room service never takes a rest, and disabled accommodations are available upon request.
Gayot "Situated on a private quay on Cape Town's Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, this hotel combines elegance and convenience."
OysterUpscale
"Located on the marina and a short drivefrom many of Cape Town's most popular attractions, Cape Grace is an eleganthotel with 120 rooms and suites." Full review
Afar Magazine "There’s a reason Cape Grace always tops the best hotels lists: everyone loves a classic." Full review
