--- title: "Kensington Place, Cape Town: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Kensington Place in Cape Town: rated 9.8 by guests, 4.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/kensington-place-cape-town/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-15 --- Guesthouse · ★★★★★ # Kensington Place Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa 9.8 · Exceptional 19 reviews · #23 #23 of 344 in Cape Town · 3.1 Location score ## About Kensington Place Kensington Place is a guesthouse in Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa. It holds a 4.5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.8 out of 10 across 19 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free breakfast, bar, free parking. It is 2.4 km from the centre of Cape Town. The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 19 km away. - **Type:** Guesthouse - **Star rating:** ★★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:00 - **Rooms:** 8 - **Floors:** 3 - **Opened:** 1997 - **Last renovated:** 2013 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 5 38 Kensington Crescent, Higgovale [kensingtonplac.co.za](http://www.kensingtonplac.co.za/) ## How Kensington Place scores Better rated than 95% of hotels in Cape Town - Guest rating **9.8** - Location **3.1** - Facilities **5.8** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **2.5** - Beach access **1.6** Cape Town average ## Amenities Swimming poolFree breakfastBarFree parking ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Massage ### Food & drink - Free breakfast - Bar - Room service ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Balcony - Minibar - In-room safe - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **3.1**/10 - **Walk grade:** **31**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **8** - **Sights within 1 km:** **0**
Nearest beachSecond Beach2.5 km6 min drive
Nearest airportCape Town International Airport (CPT)19 km42 min drive
Distance to the centreCape Town2.4 km5 min drive
### Sights nearby - Bertram House1.3 km - South African Museum and Planetarium1.5 km - Cape Town Holocaust and Genocide Centre1.5 km - Museum of Illusions Cape Town1.5 km - Iziko Planetarium & Digital Dome1.5 km - Iziko South African Museum1.5 km ## Kensington Place: in detail Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Experience the wonders of Cape Town with ease by utilizing the services provided at taxi. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Securing passes to the city's top attractions is simple with the hotel's ticket service and tours. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, experience comfort and warmth from the delightful on-site fireplace on those chilly days and nights. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at Kensington Place. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. At Kensington Place, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water and mini bar. Kensington Place offers a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels in the restrooms of specific accommodations. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at Kensington Place. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Kensington Place. Treat and spoil yourself by taking a trip to massage. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by hotel and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities. ### Compare ## Compare Kensington Place with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Kensington Place has a guest rating of 9.8 out of 10 from 19 reviews, which is better than 95% of rated hotels in Cape Town. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Kensington Place? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. ### Does Kensington Place include breakfast? The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included. ### Does Kensington Place have a pool? Yes, Kensington Place has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Kensington Place? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Kensington Place from the airport? The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 19 km away in a straight line. ### Is Kensington Place close to the beach? The nearest beach is 2.5 km from the hotel. ### How many rooms does Kensington Place have? Kensington Place has 8 rooms on 3 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. 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