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Ellerman HousevsThe Commodore
Both The Commodore and Ellerman House are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Ellerman House ranks significantly higher than The Commodore. Ellerman House scores 88 with accolades from 12 publications including DK Eyewitness, Travel + Leisure and Afar Magazine.
Ellerman House
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Hideaway Report
Gayot
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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 PlanetTop 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 Telegraph9.0
"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 Report97.0
"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.
The Commodore
Star Service Star Service
Oyster
Portwood Rd, Portswood Square, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Situated in a white building with a glass entrance and five floors of guest rooms, this hotel is nautically themed like its less-opulent sibling next door, the PortsWood." Full review
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Room service is offered 24 hours a day, but the staff is a mixed bag, often ignoring special requests.
Star Service "Nautical and historical decor including large maps, an antique model ship and a large globe adds a sense of importance to the location.
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OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 236-room Commodore is a pleasant enough, but slightly dated upper-middle-range hotel located in the V&A Waterfront area of Cape Town, a few minutes' walk from the quayside." Full review
