Ellerman House is privately owned and run. A handsome Edwardian mansion built in 1915, it’s without doubt one of the finest hotels in Cape Town – and with a price tag to match! However, we think it’s worth the cost if you’re looking for something really special. Prices are inclusive of breakfast, a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks, wine tasting, sundowners, mini-bar items, pantry items, room service, snack packs, private chef (villas), art tours, transfers between the hotel and Cape Town International Airport, parking, internet access, local telephone calls, shoe cleaning, and a laundry service.

Hotel

Ultimate

From C$1,892 pp – Contact Us

Luxurious accommodation overlooking Bantry Bay, just 10 minutes from the center of Cape Town

Lounge, library, dining area, bar, wine cellar, gallery, gym, spa, pantry, terrace, garden, and swimming pool

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A total of thirteen rooms and suites, and two villas, both with private plunge pools

A selection of activities in and around Cape Town, including nature tours, museums, art galleries, and restaurants

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Our Yellow Zebra Opinion
  • Premium price, but truly exceptional
There’s not much that needs to be said about Ellerman House. It is an absolutely outstanding property and one of the best hotels in Africa. With some of the best views, stunning suites, and exceptional service, this is an incredibly luxurious property. Really very good indeed!
Angela Hannah Partnerships Manager

Activities

An extensive assortment of ready-made and tailor-made itineraries is available, including the following:

Cape Town adventure activities

Cape Town art

Culture & giving back

Explore the Cape

Cape Town wine tasting

Cape Town restaurants

  • 4×4 Dune Experience, Family Urban Tour.

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  • City Art, Winelands Art, Art & Wine.

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  • Bo-Kaap Walking, Trial to Triumph, Groote Schuur.

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  • Peninsula, Marine, Best of the Cape.

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  • Hemel-en-Aarde, Constantia, Stellenbosch & Franschhoek.

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  • From local favourites to fine dining, enjoy Cape Town’s best cuisine!

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Access & Location

The hotel can be accessed via road transfer from Cape Town’s international airport. It’s situated high above Bantry Bay, with breathtaking views of the ocean!

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Facilities

The communal areas within the hotel are very impressive.

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Bar

Bar

Spa

Spa

Fitness room

Gym

Swimming pool

Swimming pool

Laundry

Laundry

In the lounge, super-plush sofas and armchairs surround a selection of tables and ottomans. Elegant chandeliers dangle from the ceiling and interesting artwork adorns the walls. The library provides a pleasant space for some quiet time. Chic individual tables are exquisitely laid in the dining room in readiness for delicious meals, and guests can also tuck in to tasty fare on any of the spacious terraces surrounding the hotel. A full range of beverages, not least a bottle from Ellerman’s own wine cellar, is available from the well-stocked bar. Tastings are offered every afternoon, and you can also have fun browsing the gallery of South African art. You can pop to the pantry too, to pick up a homemade snack or two in between meals. Fitness fans can head to the gym for a thorough work-out, while anyone in need of a little pampering can visit the soothing spa. The hotel’s gardens provide a serene setting for relaxing in between activities, and the heated lap pool is perfect for a quick dip or a few lengths as part of your exercise regime!

Amenities

Guest accommodation consists of 13 rooms and suites, and two villas.

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Air Conditioning

Air conditioning

Drink Station

Tea-and-coffee station

Bath

Bath and shower

Swimming pool

Private pool (villas)

Rooms come in four categories – Classic House, Superior House, Deluxe House, and Deluxe Spa. All are individually styled. The classic room offers a sumptuous bed, bedside lighting, a writing desk and chair, and a separate seating area. In-room amenities include air conditioning, under-floor heating, satellite television, and a tea-and-coffee station, while the en-suite facilities comprise flush toilet, twin washbasins, shower, and bath. The superior room benefits from all these features, in addition to a lovely ocean view. Guests of the deluxe room enjoy access to a private terrace, and two deluxe spa rooms are positioned adjacent to the Ellerman House Spa and share a deck complete with infinity pool! Finally, the two villas, situated in the hotel grounds and on the slopes of the majestic Lion’s Head, boast three bedrooms apiece, as well as a lounge and dining area, and a deck with private pool. Villa One is suitable for children of all ages, whereas Villa Two has a minimum age requirement of 10 years. Both villas are serviced by a private chef and hospitality team, and villa guests are welcome to make use of the hotel’s wine gallery and spa.

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