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About this property
With free Wi-Fi and rooms offering Atlantic Ocean and mountain views, The Clarendon Fresnaye was previously owned by the Cape governor and the Earl of Clarendon. The restaurant terrace overlooks the sheltered pool and lush garden. Individually designed, the stylish, air-conditioned rooms at this boutique hotel have luxury linen and a modern bathroom, some with a double basin. All feature satellite TV, a mini-bar and tea/coffee facilities. Breakfast is served daily and complimentary tea, coffee and cakes are available in the afternoon. Barbecue facilities are also provided. The V&A Waterfront, with its many restaurants, is less than 10 minutes by car. Set in the exclusive Cape Town suburb of Fresnaye, The Clarendon is 8 minutes’ walk from Clifton Beach. Cape Town International Airport is under 30 minutes’ drive and within 1 hour are the rolling winelands and Table Mountain. There is free on-site parking.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- BBQ facilities
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Deborah
United States
“Highest praise to the staff who are all excellent, will do anything to be of help, very warm and welcoming. Special appreciation for the huge effort to accommodate special dietary needs at breakfast. Room was well maintained and very comfortable.” - Ayesha
United Arab Emirates
“I loved this property. It was clean and they kept it very beautiful.” - Rick
Netherlands
“Beautiful and quiet place, good breakfast and very friendly staff!” - Ahmed
United States
“Exceptionally clean. Lovely area to relax in. Clean pools. Excellent location.” - Shaun
Germany
“The staff where fantastic, friendly and welcoming, willing to make a plan to ensure we had what we needed to be comfortable and ensure we enjoyed our stay.” - Andy
South Africa
“For the purpose of our visit to CT, it was perfect.” - Tamara
United Arab Emirates
“Beautiful boutique hotel in great location. Super friendly staff, great breakfast, great family room - two separate rooms with very big bathroom( no. 25 ) with direct exit to the garden, there are 2 pools. Beautiful modern paintings, nice...” - Alara
United States
“The rooms, the beatiful garden/pool area, the afternoon tea and mostly the people!” - Lynn
South Africa
“beautifully appointed; fantastic staff; great location” - Anonymous
South Africa
“clean and spacious rooms amazing breakfast and nice pools The staff is amazing and kind Gift,Shedric,dawud,Philip should be praised for their service to make it a comfortable stay”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and 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 and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 09:00:00.