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Hippo Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near South African Museum and Planetarium

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Executive Apartment | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Executive Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Executive Apartment | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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5-9 Park Road, Gardens, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Long Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Table Mountain
  • Castle of Good Hope
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room With Balcony | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Standard Room With Balcony

  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Apartment | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Apartment

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (BF) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room (BF)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Cape Town City Centre hotel, you'll find South African Museum and Planetarium and Greenmarket Square. Also, Castle of Good Hope is within 2 miles (3 km) and Table Mountain is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Kloof Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Long Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Castle of Good Hope - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 7 min drive
  • Rosebank Station - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kloof Street House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Unfiltered On Kloof - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yours Truly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blondie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hippo Boutique Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near South African Museum and Planetarium
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hippo Boutique Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 4-star Cape Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Hippo Boutique Hotel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and international calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured self parking on site (ZAR 60 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 140 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hippo Boutique Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 140 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Secured self parking fee: ZAR 60 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hippo Boutique Hotel to the airport?

Hippo Boutique Hotel is 12.3 mi (16-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

As of Sep 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hippo Boutique Hotel on Oct 2, 2025 start from $169.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Hippo Boutique Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 650 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Hippo Boutique Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.3 mi (9-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 3.8 mi (10-min drive) from Clifton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hippo Boutique Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 140 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 60 per day.

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Hippo Boutique Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hippo Boutique Hotel to downtown Cape Town?

Hippo Boutique Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Cape Town.

Hippo Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 385 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for the price

Clean and comfy in a great area surrounded by restaurants and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stop over

One night stay before we returned to the UK Would recommend as it’s in a bustling area but felt safe. Mexican restaurant/bar next door is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really happy with our stay,Beds were really comfortable,Staff were so friendly and the options for breakfast in the surrounding cafes was an excellent touch,Will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this property. The hotel itself is wonderful, we loved our spacious room and the staff was incredible, always ready to help and make our stay as pleasant as possible. The property is in a very popular area, lots of night life, if you are early to bed, we recommend requesting a room away from the front of the hotel, which can be noisy. Great breakfast offered in a three different restaurants very close, plus an amazing amount of good restaurants in general. We highly recommend the property.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrin, Weiterstadt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakhiwo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location. Quiet yet close to many restaurants and clubs. Would stay again/
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jordan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super central, easy to walk to many bars, restaurants, cafes and links for easy transport. Rooms were massive with lots of space, great kitchenette offering was very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piero

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked my large room that had an unexpectedly beautiful view of Table Mountain. I adored, Sharon, at the front desk. She helped me enormously.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

J Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place, but some false descriptions

Nice place in a great location. A couple of caveats - the hotel's description states that standard rooms have a balcony. Okay, but it's only about 9 inches wide. Perhaps enough for a smoker standing sideways, but not what one a expects for a balcony. Also, the description on Hotels.com states that they have 3 restaurants and 5 bars. Not so, although there are restaurants on each side of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, super informative and helpful. Lovely hotel with clean and stylish rooms. Located in a fun area which meant it was quite noisy at night. The light switches need a rethink. Even the guy working there had trouble figuring them out. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel in a good location

The reception staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a nice location, near a small shopping centre and restaurants. We appreciated the large bathroom and kitchenette with a microwave.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Asiphile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Boris, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on Kloof Street with variety of dining options. Walking distance to downtown, Long Street, museums and Company's Garden. Waterfront and Table Mountain Cable car is short Uber drive away. Fat Cactus bar (below hotel) is great place for a evening drink upon coming back from the tours. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is what always makes my experience. Just really great people!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness
Limited services
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Vanita, London

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hellen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and reliable staff
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachanobol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Cape Town

Nice little hotel just off Kloof Street. The front desk staff were exceptional and very helpful. They made the difference in turning our vacation week into a wonderful and enjoyable adventure.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Chris

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022