Kensington Place, Cape Town
About the Hotel
Rooms with a view
Kensington Place has eight air-conditioned accommodations. Each room includes a laptop computer with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and an iPod docking station. Comforts include 24-hour room service, premium bedding, air conditioning, and bathrobes. Select rooms feature a seating area. The top floor rooms enjoy views. Bathrooms feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a minibar, and a terrace with city views. Ironing facilities are available.
Food and drinks
Guests of Kensington Place can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant which serves the guests of Kensington Place. A full English breakfast with fresh fruit is served each day until 15:00. The menu includes eggs to order, roasted cherry tomatoes, bacon, chipolatas, and a creamy mushroom ragu. There is no buffet set up. The hotel features a lobby bar with designer furnishings and a fireplace, and a restaurant with an outdoor terrace that serves international cuisine. Guests can have a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A poolside bar is available. The hotel's kitchen offers light lunches and a dinner menu. Dinner is available in the dining area, on the terrace, or in your room until 22:30; limited options are available after hours.
Recreation and Wellness
Recreational amenities at Kensington Place include an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Spa services are available, such as a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, or reflexology. Guests have access to the hotel's fitness center, outdoor pool, massage, and garden. Complimentary vouchers are available for the Virgin Active gym in Wembley Square. A free pass to Virgin Active Fitness Club is offered to guests. A small pool and courtyard-style garden with comfortable, chic outdoor lounging areas are on site.
Location and Access
Kensington Place is located in City Bowl, bordered by Signal Hill, Lion's Head, Table Mountain, and Devil's Peak. The hotel is situated at the foot of Table Mountain in leafy Higgovale, in a forested ravine that runs into the city. V & A Waterfront is nearby. Landmarks nearby include Table Mountain (2.5 km), Bo-Kaap Museum (2 km), Castle of Good Hope (2.5 km), and Labia Theatre (1.5 km). Uber works well in Cape Town. The hotel offers a roundtrip airport shuttle and can arrange a chauffeur driver or meter taxi service.
Hotel Services
Kensington Place offers services and amenities designed to provide comfort and convenience. Free cooked-to-order breakfast and free self-parking are provided. Complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a gift shop/newsstand are available. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel offers 24-hour room service. Basic amenities like shaving cream, razors, and toothbrushes are available at Reception. A selection of DVDs is available. Personal laundry service is provided through a reputable company. The hotel has international plug adapters available at Reception.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Beauty treatment
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
