Location
Located on the famous and vibrant Long Street at number 38, the hotel is just 10 minutes' drive from both Table Mountain and Robben Island. Boulders Beach is around 20 minutes away, and Cape Point Nature Reserve can be reached after around a 40-minute drive. Guests looking for an adrenalin kick can find shark cave diving just 1 minute away from the hotel. Cape Town International Airport is some 19 km away.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1874. 33 rooms, including 2 suites, single rooms and 23 double rooms, are located on 4 storeys and can be reached by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services include a babysitting service (for a fee), a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Daily newspapers are available for purchase.
Rooms
Rooms feature a kitchen and a bathroom. Air conditioning ensures comfortable temperatures. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Bathrooms with wheelchair access can also be booked. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Water sports enthusiasts are offered diving.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. In addition to breakfast, the hotel also offers lunch and dinner à la carte.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.