Ellerman HousevsCape Town Hollow
Both Cape Town Hollow and Ellerman House are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Ellerman House ranks significantly better than Cape Town Hollow. Ellerman House scores 88 with positive reviews from 12 sources including Gayot, Afar Magazine and Condé Nast Traveler.
Ellerman House Show All Reviews
180 Kloof Road, Cape Town, Bantry Bay 8005, South Africa
From $8,683/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Imagine you’ve been invited to stay with an immensely rich, art-collecting Capetonian friend." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A historical landmark on the granite outcrops of Bantry Bay, this classic turn-of-the-century mansion is recognized as one of the top boutique hotels in the world."
Time Out
"Rub shoulders with the international jet set society at this outstanding Relais & Chateaux property that's blessed with gorgeous views and dressed to kill in layers of antiques." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This adults-only (14 and up) Relais & Chateaux property houses a fabulous private modern art collection in elegantly furnished rooms and airy public spaces." Full review
Afar Magazine
"With bold artwork inside and magnificent ocean views outside, guests are never quite sure where to direct their gaze when they arrive at Ellerman House." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"With a jaw-dropping cliffside location above Bantry Bay, this luxury Cape Town hotel offers low-key glamour, splendid isolation and spectacular sea views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Visit the new contemporary gallery at Cape Town's Ellerman House, built into the bluff below the hotel's swimming pool." Full review
Hideaway Report
97.0
"Distinguished and luxurious mansion-style oasis overlooking the sea in prestigious Bantry Bay." Full review
Gayot
"This lavish, historic, former private home boasts stunning views over Bantry Bay to the Atlantic Ocean."
Fodor's
"Without a doubt, this is one of the finest (and most exclusive) hotels in South Africa." Full review
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In the kitchen chefs prepare whatever guests request, and all drinks except wines and champagne are included in the rates.
Cape Town Hollow
88 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $59/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"Situated in Cape Town’s old centre, overlooking the Dutch East India Company Gardens, this four-star boutique hotel offers tasteful modern furnishings and a relaxing wellness centre."
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For excellent views of Table Mountain, request a room on the fifth floor or above, facing the gardens.
Rough Guide
"A multistorey hotel with a/c rooms, cable TV, baths and showers. An easy and pleasant 2min walk via the Company Gardens from the South African Museum and National Gallery."
Star Service
"This city hotel has earned distinction thanks to its small room count, customer-focused attitude and amenity-rich accommodations." Full review
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Unfortunately, management is often preoccupied, which leaves special requests to fall by the wayside.
Lonely Planet
"This good-value midrange hotel has pleasant rooms and decent facilities, including a minuscule pool, wellness centre, business centre and restaurant with leafy aspect." Full review