9.5

52 reviews

Kensington Place

Kensington Place

38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Kensington Place

Kensington Place in Cape Town, South Africa, is a stylish boutique hotel tucked into the Higgovale neighborhood, about 1.4mi from the city center. Breakfast is offered, and the setting pairs dramatic mountain views with a tranquil garden vibe. Outdoor spaces include a sun deck and a terrace with balconies to drink in the scenery.

Located at 38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale, this South African retreat puts guests in a scenic corner of Cape Town, just a short ride from downtown. Distance to the city center is about 1.4mi, keeping the urban pulse handy. The property carries 52 reviews, reflecting a range of guest experiences.

Minimum price starts from $277 per night. Highlights include a restaurant, free Wifi, an outdoor swimming pool (free), private parking (free), air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk. Extras such as streaming service (like Netflix), room service, shuttle options (extra charges), and airport shuttle (extra charges) add convenience, while non-smoking rooms and a sun deck round out the stay.

An outdoor pool that’s heated and includes a plunge offers a year-round splash amid scenic Higgovale views, with the pool listed as all-season. On-site Restaurant #1 brings a Traditional ambiance to evenings, ideal for a relaxed meal after exploring the nearby hills and terraces.

Card-only payments keep things simple: Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and Visa are accepted, while cash isn’t. Free Wifi, private parking, and air conditioning pair with a 24-hour front desk to cover every practical need, and non-smoking rooms keep the vibe fresh. A sun deck and a terrace with balconies invite lingering over the scenery between adventures.

Located about 1.4mi from the Cape Town city center, the stay starts from a minimum price of $277 per night. Extras such as streaming service (like Netflix), room service, shuttle options (extra charges), and airport shuttle (extra charges) add convenient options for a flexible itinerary.

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Closest airports

Cape Town International Airport

11.4mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Garden

View

Bathtub

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Superior Double Room in Kensington Place

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Superior Room

1 King Size Bed

430 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

City view

Private Bathroom

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x3

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Standard Double Room in Kensington Place

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Standard Room

1 King Size Bed

325 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Terrace

x4

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x3

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Standard Room

270 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

+

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Luxury Studio

Superior Room

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Superior Room, Sea View

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Room, Sea View

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Guest reviews

9.5

52 reviews

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Points of Interest Around Kensington Place

Attractions

South African Jewish Museum (SAJM)

1.1mi

Long Street

1.1mi

Noon Gun

1.4mi

Lion's Head

1.5mi

Two Oceans Aquarium

2.3mi

Cape Town Stadium

2.5mi

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

3.8mi

Rhodes Memorial

6mi

Langa Township

7mi

Duiker Island

9.3mi

Simon’s Town

17.4mi

Jordan Wine Estate

19.5mi

Delheim Wine Estate

28mi

Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

29.1mi

Delaire Graff Estate

29.7mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Ambiances

  • Traditional

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • With plunge

Age restrictions

  • All ages

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Kensington Place

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Garden

View

Bathtub

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - Kensington Place

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property