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The Clarendon - Bantry Bay

5.0 star property
Luxury Cape Town guesthouse in Bantry Bay with a full-service spa

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Bar (on property)
BBQ/picnic area
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Garden

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
158 Kloof Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
  • Sea Point Swimming Pool
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Clifton 2nd Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Clifton Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Sea View

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Premium Penthouse

Premium Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Washer/dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

A luxury stay in Cape Town awaits you at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Sea Point Promenade and Sea Point Swimming Pool. Highlights at this guest house include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Juliet can include deep-tissue massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Bantry Bay guest house include Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach - 3 min drive
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 4 min drive
  • Long Street - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive
  • Table Mountain - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Observatory Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 13 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Rock - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jarryds - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Andalousse Moroccan Cuisine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Vagabond Kitchens - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Clarendon - Bantry Bay

Luxury Cape Town guesthouse in Bantry Bay with a full-service spa
The Clarendon - Bantry Bay offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, spa services, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury The Clarendon - Bantry Bay. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Cape Town guest house is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Clarendon - Bantry Bay offers 10 accommodations with all-in-one washer/dryers and DVD players. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-cm LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Cape Town guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

Juliet has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open selected days.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-cm LED TV with cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1200.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1200.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Clarendon Bantry Bay
Clarendon Bantry Bay Cape Town
Clarendon Bantry Bay Hotel
Clarendon Bantry Bay Hotel Cape Town
Clarendon Bantry Bay House
The Clarendon Bantry Bay
Clarendon Bantry Bay Guesthouse
The Clarendon Bantry Cape Town
The Clarendon - Bantry Bay Cape Town
The Clarendon - Bantry Bay Guesthouse
The Clarendon - Bantry Bay Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay?

Yep, The Clarendon - Bantry Bay has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Clarendon - Bantry Bay?

Yep, The Clarendon - Bantry Bay is a short 19-minute walk from Clifton 2nd Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay?

Yep, Juliet is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs and body treatments, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does The Clarendon - Bantry Bay have a pool?

The Clarendon - Bantry Bay has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes The Clarendon - Bantry Bay a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay.

Does The Clarendon - Bantry Bay serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Clarendon - Bantry Bay?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Clarendon - Bantry Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 37 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel slightly let down by some staff
This is a beautiful hotel with spacious and well appointed public areas and bedrooms. The hotel has an interesting range of art and the furnishings are of the highest quality. There was a very good choice of food at breakfast and it was lovely to sit outside and enjoy the Bantry Bay views. The swimming pool is small but just the ticket to cool off after a busy day out. We were disappointed by our initial reception at the hotel. The receptionist was busy serving drinks to other guests and taking phone calls. We were asked to sit and wait while she busied herself for around 10 minutes and were not offered an apology or any refreshment while we waited. The other receptionist was much more professional and gave us some excellent dining suggestions and was genuinely interested in our day. This inconsistency between staff was also apparent in the waiting staff at breakfast time and is why I haven’t given the Clarendon a full five star review. However, a lovely hotel which I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is fantastic! Thanks so much for the great time! What a sunset! What a view! What a breakfast!!! Loved it. Looking forward to coming back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jock

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

MELANIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Amber

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bantry bay
My stay was very nice. The property location overlooks the ocean from high atop a mountain
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Delva-Rose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Excellent hotel service was good breakfast delicious but no lunch or dinner pity xxx beautiful views room was Exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tebogo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10 out of 10
Such an amazing stay. The staff was incredible from arrival to departure. Definitely recommend them
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
N
The best hotel in Cape Town with excellent service n
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yaa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Hotel I’ve visited in Africa
We were welcomed with the most amazing drinks. The hotel is stunning with amazing food and excellent and friendly staff. I can’t wait to come back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay, fantastic hospitality and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

shirley b

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First comes Heaven! Then, Clarendon, Bantry Bay!
My review title says it all — and it's true. Location — breathtaking. Staff — exceptional in their attentions and solicitude. Rooms — so very beautiful. Even their music, playing dreamily in the background settles and calms. This is a place for restoration and delight. To Shirley, Abraham, Klein and their wonderful team — THANK YOU!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing experience and would definitely stay at the Clarendon again.

6/10 Okay

Anon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Be vigilant
Staying at the Clarendon was like staying with family. I got to know fellow guests over breakfast and tea, and walking in always felt like coming home. The staff was very warm, pleasant and willing to help. Unfortunately this lulled me into a sense of comfortability, and when I switched rooms halfway through my stay, I thought that hiding my valuables in my suitcase would be safe. I was wrong. I was robbed $100. The response from the hotel was basically a shrug of the shoulders. I did not expect the hotel owner (Shirley) to apologize since I should have put the money somewhere more safe, but I would have at least expected some sympathy for experiencing something so upsetting while on her property. Also, note that Exedia's room descriptions are incorrect. None of the standard rooms have ocean views.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I would like to preface this review by stating: I travel around the world frequently, and I have stayed in many hotels. The superior suite is exceptional, if you choose this hotel for your stay, the superior suite is a great choice. The suite is exactly how it is shown in the pictures. The view is breathtaking! The service is exceptional. The hotel is a 5 minute cab ride from the beach and a 10 minute cab ride from Table Mountain and the VA Waterfront. I would rate the Superior Suite: Excellent. If you are unable to stay in a suite, I would recommend another hotel. I had a chance to stay in both the suite and the standard room, and I found that the standard room is subpar. The standard room door is a patio door that covered with blinds, I was concerned if someone could see into my room. The standard room in which I stayed, had mildew in the shower, a broken blind (that covered the door), the air conditioner did not work properly, the bathroom does not have a door-it has a partition which is sliding blinds that separates the bedroom from the bathroom. There is also an old couch in the room. I would rate the standard room: Average or a 3 star in the U.S. The service staff at this hotel is impeccable, and they ensure that your needs are met.

2/10 Terrible

iTraveller, London

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor staff member wearing bowtie all day long... in a place like Cape Town!?

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel - Amazing Staff
After 10 hectic days in and around Cape Town we wanted to have 4 nights of peace and quiet by a pool. The hotel was great, fantastic views, relaxed environment and small enough to feel homely. Although the rooms are perhaps a little dated, it is a great hotel, the staff were absolutely fantastic, the best i have encountered, willing to help, constantly with a smile and never wavering in enthusiasm ! Would definitely return.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice
Although we thought it was on the beach... It is a cab ride away. No AC in main rooms. View is great

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff & amazing breakfast!
The staff are fantastic as is the breakfast offering. The location might not suit all but we enjoyed the short walk down to Seapoint or longer walk to Clifton. I'd certainly consider staying at one of the Clarendon Collection hotels when next in CT.