Cape Cadogan, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, South Africa - Explore & Book
"Dating back to the early 19th century, Cape Cadogan is such a perfect example of Cape Dutch architecture that it was made a national monument in 1984. To this day it oozes charm and character. As we walked through the garden’s flawless topiary, the veranda’s Georgian pillars and billowing white drapes indicated that we’d found one of Cape Town’s true gems. This stately home contains 19 luxurious rooms, while neighbouring buildings conceal a handful of modern one- to two-bedroom apartments and a couple of high-end villas. There's a fantastic restaurant and bar offering top-notch delights, and with Kloof Street just a stroll away, we felt we were really experiencing the highlights of Cape Town’s first-rate food and drink scene - the street really comes alive at night. And what about further afield? Well, Cape Cadogan’s complimentary mini bus transfers run within a 4-mile radius of the hotel, so we ventured everywhere from the Table Mountain cable car to the V&A Waterfront. But no matter how far we strayed, there was always a reason to return to Cape Cadogan. Perhaps it was the indulgent treatments in the spa, or the early-evening aperitifs by the fire... We just couldn’t resist. Highs The main building, a national monument, is one of the finest 19th century houses in Cape Town, its tradition and heritage complimented with modern touches and charming, attentive service You're yards from Kloof Street's plethora of excellent bars and restaurants, yet the hotel feels like an oasis of tranquillity We found the complimentary transfers to and from V&A Waterfront incredibly helpful (there’s no public transport to speak of in Cape Town) A relaxing atmosphere and excellent service (unobtrusive yet attentive). There's bags of parking space right outside your door, and 24-hour surveillance by a friendly attendant Lows There can be noise from the street and nearby bars - the flipside of its buzzy location The beach or the Table Mountain cable car are a short drive away The hotel isn't suitable for families with children under 10 years old, but all ages are welcome in the Stable Suites and Residences We haven't visited the hotel since it underwent extensive refurbishments, so our review may be missing some details" - Abi Colgan
