• Sophisticated - stone-coloured walls punctuated with burnt orange and fiery red details.

• Private - discreet staff attend to your needs in secluded, understated surroundings.

• Tranquil - a winding mountain road through surrounding forest leads you to this serene location.

Kensington Place is a sophisticated and tranquil hideaway set high on the slopes of Table Mountain in Higgovale, one of Cape Town's most prestigious residential areas.

This establishment sets the benchmark for small, intimate boutique hotels - it's sexy, minimalist and stylish. This is a destination for guests who want seclusion and privacy, whilst not compromising on luxury and service.

The interior is modern and chic, yet subtle enough not to overpower. Outside is a wooden deck surrounded by silky, muted curtains with oversized cushions scattered on wicker lounge chairs. The deck extends around the swimming pool which, is just big enough to cool off in. In the summer this area is decorated with candles, and the setting is pure African romance.

The hotel offers free internet access for guests and free entrance to the Virgin Active Gym in Green Point.

Kensington Place is located in Higgovale, a quiet residential area at the 'top' of Cape Town's city bowl.

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• 24-Hour Room Service
• A La Carte Restaurant
• Air-Conditioning
• Balcony
• Bar Facility
• DVD/CD/Video/Radio
• Gardens
• Internet Facility
• Satellite TV
• Security System
• Separate Shower
• Swimming Pool

The small dining room at Kensington Place is elegant and functional, and contains a small bar area where you can enjoy a late night whiskey after a day's sightseeing.

As well as breakfast, a chef is on duty to prepare gourmet lunch and dinner 5 days a week. Food prepared at Kensington Place is fresh and simple with enticing flavours. These meals can also be enjoyed in the dining room or in the privacy of your suite or terrace.

There is 24-hour bar room service for those not wishing to venture as far as the dining room.

Rooms at Kensington Place are plain yet stylish, and a variety of interiors create a unique feel for each room. Rooms are adorned with rich, decadent fabrics and artwork created by predominantly South African artists. The overall style is contemporary with an eclectic African feel.

All but one room have private terraces from which you can enjoy the view of the valley below. The rooms come with many extras such as under-floor heating, DVD players and spa treatments on request.

Bathrooms are a sensuous experience, with features such as custom-made sunken baths, twin showers, and enormous bath sheets to wrap up in afterwards. A glass wall from one bathroom even overlooks a private outdoor tropical garden and fishpond.

• 1 September 2008 - 30 April 2009
  
  From € 123 £ 98 R 1550 $ 191 per person sharing
• 1 May 2009 - 31 August 2009
  
  From € 85 £ 67 R 1072 $ 132 per person sharing
• 1 September 2009 - 31 December 2009
  
  From € 135 £ 107 R 1705 $ 210 per person sharing
• 1 January 2010 - 31 May 2010
  
  From € 148 £ 118 R 1875 $ 231 per person sharing
• 1 August 2010 - 31 December 2010
  
  From € 148 £ 118 R 1875 $ 231 per person sharing

† All prices are accurate but you may find that the final rates in your quotation vary slightly due to room type, seasonality and currency conversion.