The Clarendon Fresnaye, a family-run five-star boutique hotel in Cape Town's exclusive Fresnaye suburb, exudes historic elegance as a former residence of the Earl of Clarendon. Nestled along Lion's Head slopes, it offers a serene oasis near vibrant city attractions.
The 16 luxurious bedrooms, individually designed with rich textiles and opulent hues, feature air-conditioning, luxury linens, satellite televisions, minibars, tea-and-coffee facilities, and modern bathrooms, some with double basins, ensuring refined comfort. Set amidst lush green lawns and vibrant pink bougainvillea, the hotel's two sparkling swimming pools and expansive gardens create a tranquil paradise with Atlantic Ocean and mountain views.
Breakfast is served daily on the restaurant terrace overlooking the sheltered pool, with complimentary afternoon tea, coffee, and cakes, while barbecue facilities add a relaxed charm. In-house spa treatments and attentive service enhance the experience, with the hotel's heritage ambiance, established in 1996, blending traditional fabrics with contemporary touches for a sophisticated stay.
Within an 8-minute walk to Clifton Beach, 2.9 km to Sea Point Promenade, 4.1 km to the V&A Waterfront, and 4.5 km to Camps Bay Beach, guests can stroll, swim, or hire bicycles and e-scooters, with Lion's Head and Table Mountain a 10-minute drive away. Located 25 minutes from Cape Town International Airport and 45 minutes from the Winelands, with free parking, The Clarendon Fresnaye delivers a seamless fusion of historic grandeur and modern luxury.
We had a wonderful 5-day-stay with every wish fulfilled: Beautiful rooms and surroundings, a great breakfast and most of all, very friendly, attentive hosts. Thank you Mr. Gift and the whole staff...
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we stayed here five days - and every day has been a present. all the staff welcomed us absolutly warmly. Doesn‘t matter what we asked for - they made it possible. When we are back in Kapstadt, there...
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From the moment you arrive until the moment you leave we loved the hotel. A small ***** star boutique stay, in an very safe area and superb rooms and staff.
Gift and the other staff made our stay...
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My wife and I spent 4 nights at the Clarendon Fresnaye, recommended by the travel agency Go2Africa. Every element of our stay was 5 stars.
We had requested first floor due to mobility issues. Our...
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