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Kensington Place
4 stars

Kensington Place

38 Kensington Crescent, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
See location+27 214 244 744
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$292
Cheapest

rate per night

9.5
Wonderful
based on 78 reviews
78 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
Superior room

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Overview

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and spa services Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, spa services, and 24-hour room service. Kensington Place offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
9.5
Wonderful rating
Based on 78 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Amenities at Kensington Place

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

General

  • Garden view
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Refrigerator

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Hiking

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Massage
  • Pool bar

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • Books
  • TV
  • DVD player

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 meters)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Kensington Place

9.5
Wonderful
78 verified ratings
Wonderful
69
Very good
4
Good
4
Okay
1
Fair
0
Mediocre
0
Poor
0

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests praised the hotel's great location, excellent service, and cleanliness. Many enjoyed the breakfast options and the cozy atmosphere, while some noted minor issues like room design and lack of espresso coffee. Overall, it’s a lovely boutique hotel experience.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
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Location

38 Kensington Crescent, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Parliament of South Africa1.2 mi
  • Long Street1.3 mi
  • Signal Hill1.5 mi
  • City Bowl1.6 mi
  • Table Mountain1.6 mi
  • Clifton1.8 mi
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre2.1 mi
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront2.4 mi
  • Cape Town Stadium2.5 mi
  • University of Cape Town3.4 mi
  • Table Bay3.5 mi
  • Canal Walk6.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Kensington Place

Low season

October

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$325
Cheapest month to stay with an average 8% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 4% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Kensington Place

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Kensington Place

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Kensington Place, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Kensington Place, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Kensington Place was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $322, while the most expensive was $322.
  • How long should you stay at Kensington Place? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Kensington Place

  • Where is Kensington Place located?

    Kensington Place is located at 38 Kensington Crescent in Gardens, 2.3 miles from the center of Cape Town. Parliament of South Africa is the closest landmark to Kensington Place.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Kensington Place?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Kensington Place.

  • Does Kensington Place offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Kensington Place offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Kensington Place offer free parking?

    Yes, Kensington Place offers free parking.

  • How far is Kensington Place from the airport?

    Kensington Place is 11.2 miles from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Kensington Place have a pool?

    Yes, Kensington Place has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Kensington Place hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Kensington Place in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Kensington Place and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Kensington Place.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.8

Distance to city center

2.3 mi

Nearest Airport

Cape Town Intl

Distance to airport

11.6 mi