Hippo Boutique Hotel
Hotel, 4-star5-9 Park Road, Gardens, Cape Town, South AfricaShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, location and rooms.
8.7624Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 5-9 Park Road, Gardens.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Stylish Accommodation in the Heart of Cape Town
Unique Design and Spacious Layouts: Experience comfort and style at Hippo Boutique Hotel with its unique design and spacious layouts, providing a perfect base for your stay in Cape Town.
Convenient Amenities: Each guest unit features a small kitchenette, free internet access, and a large flat-screen TV for your convenience. Relax on leather sofas and admire the wooden floors, adding a touch of luxury to your stay.
Close to Attractions and Business District: With a prime location just a 5-minute walk from the Company Gardens and near Cape Town's business district, Hippo Boutique Hotel offers easy access to both leisure and business activities.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Hiking
- Lift / Elevator
Rooms
8.7
Fabulous
Rated 8.7 out of 10 by 624 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service9.2
- Location9.2
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities8.7
- Value8.2
- Food & drink8.7
Guests mention
Convenient locationFriendly staff
Merle and DesmondSouth AfricaMy second visit and I will be back, just love the experience.
The breakfast vouchers are such a wonderful way to provide this service, we so enjoyed our breakfast each morning. The location is safe and walking across the road to a restaurant works so well.
Everything was great
SandySouth AfricaLocation and bedroom
I would've liked a cupboard under the basin for toiletries
GabrielaSouth AfricaGreat value for money in an excellent location
Great location and very good value for money! The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We also received a voucher for a delicious breakfast, which was a lovely bonus. The parking felt safe and secure, and the room was…
RunaItalyTutto bello.
Stanza bellissima e comodissima. Posizione vicina a negozi, locali dove poter mangiare e quartieri tipici. Personale gentile e disponibile.
Nulla.
PhilipSouth AfricaGood value for money and staff made me feel at home.
Overall, i felt a save area, nice shops if required, very central.
The main lights cannot be switched off when in bed.
RaffaeleItalyStruttura funzionale in tutto è pulita
Il rumore al mattino verso le 5/6
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
5-9 Park Road, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hippo Boutique Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hippo Boutique Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Hippo Boutique Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hippo Boutique Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hippo Boutique Hotel?
5-9 Park Road, Gardens, Cape Town.
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