The Clarendon - Bantry Bay

Hotels
9.1 (337 reviews)
158 Kloof Road , Cape Town , ZA

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Clean rooms
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Overpriced for South Africans
Some construction noise
Lack of warm water at times

Categories

Cleanliness
9.24
Most reviews indicate very clean rooms, with daily cleaning noted.
Service
9.71
Staff are repeatedly praised for friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.25
The hotel is in an excellent location with great views.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated, though some mention wear in fittings.
Amenities
8.23
A few reviews mentioned the absence of certain amenities like a spa and hairdresser.
Value for Money
8.69
Some reviews noted the hotel as overpriced, impacting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.24
Breakfast options received high praise from several guests.
Overall Experience
9.71
Overall enjoyment and satisfaction highlighted, despite minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 13:53

Property Description

Luxurious Boutique Hotel with Breathtaking Ocean Views

Stylish Accommodation with Ocean View Balconies: The Clarendon offers spacious and elegant rooms with expansive balconies or verandas that provide stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Convenient Location: Situated on the slopes of Lions Head, guests are just a stone's throw away from Cape Town's bustling city center, trendy cafes, and the famous Clifton Beach. Additionally, being within walking distance of the V&A Waterfront allows for easy exploration of the city's vibrant atmosphere.

Delightful Dining Experience: Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel's restaurant, offering a variety of options to suit every palate.

Experience luxury and convenience at The Clarendon - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

The property have been newly renovated as of July 2026Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CPT

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 337 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.24
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 9.24
Overall Experience: 9.71
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Trevor Jeff • couple • za
10
A small slice of heaven
Pros:

Absolutely everything. But most of all the incredible
Staff. Nothing was too big an ask.

Cons:

N/a

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Burger • couple • za
10
We had the best time and service
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Kristin • couple • ie
10
5 star
Pros:

The hotel is beautifully presented. Our room 18 was excellent and the views were breathtaking. The staff were so accommodating and all of the staff were genuinely helpful and friendly. We will be back.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Tugay • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • ae
9
Warm, inviting and simply beautiful with a personal welcome from the owner.
Pros:

The location and the incredible views. The rooms were large bed super comfortable and the staff well trained and friendly. The parking was easy.

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Beaulah • couple • za
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • za
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Siviwe • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

The views, the cleanliness and the staff friendliness. It felt very homely.

Cons:

We thought the breakfast was a bit limited but its beautifully and tastefully prepared.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Lizagresse • solo_traveller • za
8
Enjoyable, but expected more.
Pros:

Our room was spacious with a beautiful view of the ocean. The bathroom was well stocked. The bedding was of high quality and the bed very comfortable.

Cons:

The room needs a bit of an update. The portraits were all hanging skew and we had to adjust it. It is small details that other 5 star establishments give attention to. The carpet in our room needs to be updated or replaced. Housekeeping did not replenish coffees for day 2 and also removed a bathtowel and did not replace it. We had to share a towel. Again this is suppose to be a 5 star establishment and this should be a given. The breakfast is average. The staff member serving breakfast was attentive however on day 1 he was watching videos on his cell phone while we were enjoying our breakfast, I had to ask if he would mind using earphones as the sound was so loud. This again is not what we would expect of a 5 star establishment. We did mention it to the reception and the next morning he apologized. It feels like the running of this establishment is left to the staff without supervision from senior management.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • couple • ch
9
havre de paix qui surplombe l'océan: tout simplement splendide
Pros:

très bon avec une vue spectaculaire

Cons:

l'isolation phonique

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Roy • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely hotel, bathroom needs a refresh
Pros:

Beautiful property, incredibly friendly staff and owner

Cons:

Our bathroom could do with a deep clean

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Kershnee • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Matthias • solo_traveller • ch
10
Perfect stay in a busy town!
Pros:

Such kind staff, beautiful location

Cons:

All was great.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Poovan • family_with_children • za
8
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
10
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
10
The hotel staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. We had an excellent stay!
Pros:

Gorgeous location. Very comfortable rooms and views.

Cons:

N/a

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Kemsley • couple • ae
5
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Nokwethu • extended_group • za
10
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Earle • couple • us
10
By far the BEST HOTEL in which have had the great experience of visiting. I even extended my stay!
Pros:

A truly incredible hotel. Breakfast was freshly made and the buffet was delicious and plentiful. The view is spectacular. The rooms were super comfortable, clean and well furnished with everything one could wish for. The staff and the Owner of the hotel- Shirley were superb-friendly, caring and nothing was too much for them. I cannot wait to get back there.
Thank you for the best experience and hotel stay ever.

Cons:

Nothing. This experience was the best hotel experience I have ever had in over 40 years of travel.
There was not a single thing I did not like. Everything was superb.
The only thing I didnt like was leaving!

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee