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    Kensington Place  

    Cape Town , South Africa


    Kensington Place is a small exclusive hotel set on the foothills of Table Mountain in Higgovale, one of Cape Town's most prestigious residential areas. It offers breathtaking views of Table Bay, the harbour, city skyline and mountains.

    Each of the eight guest rooms interiors have an unmistakable contemporary feel with eclectic African touches throughout. Kensington Place is the perfect setting for those who wish to experience the city as the locals do, from an elegant area that is just a ten-minute drive from the city centre and beaches, with historical sites and vineyards within easy reach.

    The rooms all have spacious sitting areas, air conditioning, I-Pod docking stations, laptop with complimentary wireless internet access, Skype phone, ceiling fans and balconies. DVD players and satellite TV provide in-room entertainment. Breakfast is served all day, either on your private terrace or in the lounge. 24-hour room service is available to suit any requirement. There are private gardens, a terrace and swimming pool to fill the lazy days of summer. Membership to a nearby Virgin Active gym is also included.

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    Best time to be there

    October to May is the best time to visit the Cape. Game viewing is better during the drier months of April to September. The wildflower season is generally from mid August to mid September. The whale watching season runs from June to November.

    Fly to

    Cape Town/Johannesburg

    flying time

    11 hours 30 minutes/10 hours 30 minutes non-stop

    time difference

    GMT +2 hours

    Visas

    Not required for UK passport holders

    Health Requirements

    Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area