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Kensington Place

Kensington Place Kensington Place is a boutique hotel located in the trendy Higgovale district of Cape Town, South Africa. With its cutting-edge design and prime location off Kloof Street, it offers guests a lush urban retreat with nine bespoke en-suite guest rooms featuring super king size beds and private outdoor terraces. The hotel's friendly staff, made-to-order breakfast served all day, private dining 24 hours a day, plunge pool, and complementary gym access make for an unparalleled experience. Named Tatler Magazine's Best City Boutique Hotel in 2007, Kensington Place offers easy access to the city, beaches, and convention centre.

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Address

38 Kensington Crescent
Cape Town
8001

To reach the location at Kensington Crescent in Cape Town, you can take public transport or drive yourself.

Public Transport:
Take any bus or train that stops at the Cape Town station. From there, take a taxi or an Uber ride to reach your destination.

Driving/Parking:
If you choose to drive, head towards the city center and follow signs towards the Garden's area. Follow Kloof Street until reaching Bellevue Road and take a left turn. Continue down Bellevue road until reaching Higgo Road. Take a left on Higgo Road and then right onto Upper Tree Road where you will find parking available either on the street or at nearby car parks for a fee.

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What people say

Kensington Place in Cape Town is the perfect blend of contemporary design and tranquil location. This boutique hotel offers nine bespoke en-suite guest rooms with extra length king size beds and private outdoor terraces, making it a comfortable and hip destination for travelers. The friendly staff at Kensington Place are almost telepathic, ensuring that guests feel like they are staying in a private home rather than a hotel. The attention to detail is impeccable, with the finest linens used on the beds, thickest towels in the bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs with complementary Wi-Fi access.

One of the highlights of Kensington Place is its made-to-order breakfast served all day, as well as private dining available 24 hours a day. Guests can also easily explore the restaurants of Kloof Street within walking distance. The lush green urban retreat features a plunge pool and complimentary Virgin Active gym access included.

It's no surprise that Tatler Magazine named Kensington Place as the Best City Boutique Hotel in 2007. With easy access to the city, beaches, and convention center, this hotel truly has a sense of place. If you're looking for a stylish and comfortable stay in Cape Town, look no further than Kensington Place on Kensington Crescent.

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