Ellerman House
About this property
Located in Bantry Bay, perched on the slopes of Lion’s Head lies the elegant mansion Ellerman House. Featuring panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, it features a lush garden, outdoor swimming pool and offers a complimentary airport shuttle. Individually decorated rooms with classic furnishings come with a balcony or terrace. Each room is equipped with a satellite TV, safe and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Ellerman House restaurant serves breakfast daily and offers a variety of cuisines with the influence of Cape Malay spices and fresh organic fruit and vegetables. Guests can enjoy a glass of wine at the bar. The spa features a sauna, steam room and a selection of treatments available upon request. Facilities include a fitness center, wine cellar and art gallery. Free WiFi is available. V&A Waterfront is within 3.7 mi, Camps Bay is a 5 minutes’ drive and Table Mountain is a 10-minute drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Carl
United States“Beautiful property with an amazing view of the Bay. Well maintained Exceptional friendly professional service” 
Loic United States“incredible location, attentive staff and amenities. gorgeous views, awesome pantry”- Bourbeau United States“Everything was exceptional!!! The staff, the location, the excursions and our Room was phenomenal!”
- Rebecca United States“Everything, this was truly an amazing experience. Best hotel we’ve ever stayed at in terms of property, view, and staff.”
- David
United Kingdom“Fantastic choice and varieties for breakfast and the option of outdoor terrace with wonderful views was greatly appreciated” - Claire United Kingdom“The position with the view, friendly staff, fabulous food and a great spa”
- Ursula
South Africa“we liked everything. the amazing, friendly, helpful staff, the spacious comfortable bedroom the large full bathroom, the delicious food and the beautiful view” - Cheila
Mozambique“It’s our second time staying here, and was as wonderful as the first time! We are so in love with Ellerman House overall service and team.” - Sandra United States“Bursting with amazing art. Lovely view down to the ocean. Staff are warm and welcoming and couldn’t possibly do enough for you. Food is excellent.”
- Andrew South Africa“From booking to arrival and the time during your stay, Ellerman house staff make everything special and work hard to ensure you not only have a great stay with them, but also enjoy the many attractions around Cape Town. Nothing is too much trouble...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineSeafood • Local • South African
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Ellerman House
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Temporary art galleries
- Evening entertainment
- Ping-pong
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Fruit
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Transportation
- Public transit ticketsAdditional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- Laundry
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Adults only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
- Open all year
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Sauna
Languages Spoken
- Afrikaans
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Xhosa
House rules
Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please inform Ellerman House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
