HIPPO BOUTIQUE HOTEL, Cape Town – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Scandi-Style Accommodations
Hippo Boutique Hotel offers Scandi-style rooms with king size beds, fine cotton linen, and cherrywood floors. Executive Apartments feature double-volume layouts with wall-sized windows facing Signal Hill. All units include kitchenettes with tea/coffee facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with DStv Premium. Private balconies provide views of Signal Hill and Kloof Street activity.
Neighborhood Breakfast Concept
Guests receive breakfast vouchers for four nearby eateries: Therapy Restaurant serves breakfast burgers and therapy omelettes; Egghead Diner offers retro-style dining; Mugg & Bean provides all-day breakfast options; Molten Toffee features build-your-own breakfast choices. All venues are within walking distance on Kloof Street.
Central City Bowl Location
Located in Cape Town's City Bowl area, bordered by Table Bay and surrounded by Signal Hill, Lion's Head, Table Mountain, and Devil's Peak. The hotel is steps from Kloof Street's restaurants, art galleries, and shops. Table Mountain National Park and V&A Waterfront are within 15 minutes drive. The area provides access to Bus #7 and Green Line Tram services.
Daily Services & Activities
Services include 24-hour reception, on-site parking, complimentary coffee in the reception lounge, and daily room service. The hotel arranges airport transfers, e-Biking tours, and sidecar coastal rides. In-room spa treatments and massages are available. Daily laundry service and printing facilities cater to business travelers.
Local Art & Design
The hotel features original wire sculptures by local artist Andrew Dombuleni, created from recycled materials. Rooms incorporate 1960s-inspired white leather couches, checkered flag carpets, and hand-crafted headboards. The design reflects Cape Town's urban culture with bold yellow and gold wallpaper throughout common areas.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Billiard tables
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Sun loungers
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
