Book a stay here, and you could be unpacking your suitcases in your luxury room soon after landing at Cape Town International. That’s because The Clarendon is just a half-hour drive from the airport, located in the upmarket suburb of Fresnaye which brings the beaches, shops and other local attractions within easy reach. For instance, it’s just 550 yards to the nearest beach, 8 minutes to Clifton Beach, 15 minutes to Table Mountain and just an hour to the winelands.
The hotel itself is steeped in history and brimming with boutique glamour, having been formerly owned by the Earl of Clarendon, who was the Governor of The Cape, no less. So expect luxury aplenty in terms of the furnishings and fittings in your bedroom and throughout the hotel, and exceptional service from the team in this bed & breakfast destination.
Whichever type of room you book, it will be air conditioned, have at least one smart TV with satellite channel access, plus a mini-bar and free Wi-Fi.
Family Suites
These overlook the gardens and pools and feature 2 rooms, 1 for the grown-ups with a kingsize bed, the other for the kids with twin beds. The ensuite bathroom has a separate bath tub and shower.
Superior Rooms
These sleep 2 guests in either a kingsize or twin beds and also offer views of the swimming pools and gardens.
Premium Rooms
The biggest rooms in the hotel give you 35 square metres of space all to yourselves, with a choice of sea, mountain, or garden views. Some rooms have a balcony, others a patio. All have either a kingsize or twin beds, and are furnished to the highest standards and designed to impress.
Take your pick from the two outdoor swimming pools, each surrounded by loungers which you can shade using umbrellas.
The restaurant serves breakfast and afternoon tea with cakes. You can enjoy your food inside or out on the terrace that overlooks the gardens and swimming pool. When it comes to dinner, you can request a meal at the hotel or you’re welcome to cook your own barbecue using the facilities provided. Alternatively, you could head out to the big selection of restaurants at the V&A Waterfront which is just a 10 minute drive away.
Back in the hotel, you can choose to relax in the bar, lounge, or up on the rooftop terrace, taking in views of the mountains, Atlantic Ocean, lawns, and pools. The on-site spa delivers a full range of treatments to take care of your body from top to toe.
Children are welcome to stay with you in one of the hotel’s family rooms. The team provides babysitting services, plus board games and puzzles to keep little ones entertained. And the free Wi-Fi in each of the rooms means phones and tablets will work here.
We’ve already mentioned how close you’ll be to the beaches, shops, and Table Mountain. You’ll certainly also want to take a stroll along Sea Point Promenade, and can speed up your journey along this scenic route by renting a bike or e-scooter.
With the Atlantic nearby, boat trips and ocean safaris can be booked here, so too a helicopter flight over the area. Fishing, snorkelling and canoeing are other water-based activities the Clarendon team can book for you, while on dry land, nearby golf courses, hiking trails and wine tours will ensure you’re never stuck for things to do.
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