HIPPO BOUTIQUE HOTEL - Cape Town 5-9 Park Road, Gardens 8001

5 9 Park Rd. Gardens, Cape Town, 8001 South Africa

Near Long Street

9.0

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

It’s a boutique property in a central Long Street location within easy walking distance of major museums and markets, and rooms have kitchenettes, 32-inch TVs and free international phone calls; the hotel also offers an outdoor pool, room service, and cooked-to-order breakfasts for a fee.

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Free WiFi

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Secured parking

Number of outdoor pools - 1

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Property Description

With a stay at Hippo Boutique Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Cape Town, a short 6-minute walk from Iziko South African Museum and 13 minutes by foot from Greenmarket Square. This boutique hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Castle of Good Hope.

Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to noon for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 25 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions are provided, with satellite programming available. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free international calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

South African Jewish Museum - 0.4 mi
Company Gardens - 0.4 mi
South African National Gallery - 0.4 mi
South Africa Library - 0.5 mi
Houses of Parliament - 0.5 mi
Bo Kaap Museum - 0.6 mi
St. George's Cathedral - 0.6 mi
Slave Lodge - 0.6 mi
Groote Kerk - 0.6 mi
Pan African Market - 0.7 mi
Old Town House - 0.7 mi
Greenmarket Square - 0.7 mi
South African Missionary Meeting House Museum - 0.8 mi
District Six Museum - 0.8 mi
Cape Town City Hall - 0.8 mi
Gold of Africa Museum - 0.8 mi
Golden Acre Shopping Mall - 0.9 mi
Castle of Good Hope - 1.0 mi
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 1.3 mi
Artscape Theatre Centre - 1.3 mi
Lions Head - 1.3 mi
Two Oceans Aquarium - 1.5 mi
Sea Point - 1.5 mi
South Africa Maritime Museum - 1.6 mi
Clock Tower - 1.7 mi
BMW IMAX Pavilion - 1.7 mi
Victoria Wharf - 1.8 mi
Bantry Bay - 1.8 mi
Table Mountain - 2.0 mi
Devils Peak - 2.4 mi
Rhodes Memorial - 3.2 mi
University of Cape Town - 3.5 mi
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 4.4 mi
Newlands Stadium - 4.4 mi
Newlands Cricket Ground - 4.5 mi
Canal Walk Shopping Centre - 6.4 mi
Hout Bay - 8.7 mi
Robben Island - 9.2 mi
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) - 11.4 mi
University of the Western Cape - 12.4 mi

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).

Find yourself in the hub of Cape Towns trendy caf culture when staying at Hippo Boutique Hotel. This popular hotel boasts twenty standard suites and five exclusive lofts - all equipped with designer furniture stainless steel kitchenettes and wifi offering you 24hour complimentary high-speed internet accessThe friendly staff will happily assist you round the clock with any queries you might have - from booking a trip to the beautiful wine farms only thirty minutes away or recommending a spa treatment at the popular Wellness Warehouse right next door. Even the mundane tasks e. g. arranging laundry or airport transfers get taken care of with a smile

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 2:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2019

Floors: 0

Rooms: 15

Non Smoking Rooms: 0

Handicap Rooms: 0

Suites: 0

Meeting Rooms: 0

Check-In Instructions:

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 fire extinguisher and 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

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Accessible airport shuttle
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Billiards or pool table
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Business center
Check In: 2:00 PM - midnight
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Computer station
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Fishing nearby
Free WiFi
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Parking height restrictions apply
Pets not allowed
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Secured parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Service animals not allowed
Skydiving nearby
Smoke-free property
Snorkeling nearby
Tours/ticket assistance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible – no
Windsurfing nearby
Ziplining nearby

Airport & Shuttle Info

Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

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 70 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Parking height restrictions apply.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Truth Coffee Roasting – A popular artisan coffee shop with a steampunk theme, 1.2 km from the hotel

Lunch The Pot Luck Club – Enjoy innovative tapas-style dishes, 6 km from the hotel

Dinner La Colombe – One of the world's best fine dining restaurants, 15 km from the hotel

Activity Table Mountain Aerial Cableway – Experience panoramic views of Cape Town, 5.5 km from the hotel

Day 2

Breakfast Jason Bakery – Known for its artisan pastries and breads, 1 km from the hotel

Lunch The Test Kitchen – A creative, contemporary dining experience, 6 km from the hotel

Dinner Gold Restaurant – A unique African dining experience with a 14-dish tasting menu, 2 km from the hotel

Activity Robben Island Museum – Visit the historic prison where Nelson Mandela was held, 29 km including the ferry trip

Day 3

Breakfast Hemelhuijs – A chic café offering fresh, seasonal dishes, 1.5 km from the hotel

Lunch Chef's Warehouse at Beau Constantia – Casual fine dining with picturesque vineyard views, 16 km from the hotel

Dinner The Shortmarket Club – Elegant dining with a menu that pays homage to local flavors, 2 km from the hotel

Activity Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden – Explore this beautiful garden set against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, 11 km from the hotel

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Hippo Boutique Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 2:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Hippo Boutique Hotel have?

There are 15 rooms in the property.

Is there a pool at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.