Name: Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City Centre by IHG
Address: 101 St George's Mall, Corner of Church Street & St George's, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, South Africa, Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA
Price range: $73–$121 per night
Rating: 8.4

What guests think

Across reviews, Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City Centre by IHG is praised for its central location, helpful staff, clean functional rooms, and good breakfast, while some guests note night-time street noise, area safety concerns, and tricky parking access.

Room size varies from compact to spacious, and some report dated elements, thin walls, or small maintenance issues. Breakfast offers variety, though early service can be slow to replenish and coffee divides opinion. A small rooftop gym and terrace get positive mentions, but there is no on-site restaurant for dinner; expect a practical, good-value base in the CBD with urban bustle at the doorstep.

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Facilities

Valet parking is available but the narrow, one-car entrance can cause delays; several guests also found the property tricky to access by car. A small rooftop gym/terrace is appreciated, and there is no on-site restaurant for dinner.

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a

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was not ready on time and i therefore had to miss it as i had an appointment. Parking is a nightmare and was very conjested

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Jonathan

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay. Only negatives room booked for 3 only 2 glasses and 2 cups. And valet brought us the wrong car. Quickly rectified both issues. Breakfast great. Dont miss the roof terrace near mini gym

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Satya

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is great to all shopping places...Rooms are clean and good, shower room is little conjuested...break fast options are limited. The biggest problem is of not having the restaurant for dinner and hence need to order from outside.But still i found it good place to stay.

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Wilson

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

The staff was marvelous, and did a great job making us feel at home. The complimentary breakfast was also excellent - leaps and bounds what you would expect at a Holiday Inn in America. The room was small, but there were very accessible outlets and outlets with USB ports, and while I didn’t use it, the view from the 15th floor gym was excellent (you get a partial look at Table Mountain). Minor issues aside, this was a great place to stay at a great price, a short and cheap Uber-ride away from the V&A and two blocks from a major stop on the CitySightseeing bus path.

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Taichi

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room service was super helpful. Their action was really quick and great. Room was bigger than what we thought, with this location in middle of central Cape Town, room space was outstanding. Breakfast was better than other Holiday Inn Express we stayed and we loved it. Just one thing was parking, only small space leading to the parking enterance from the street, but instead the valet parking staff was super great.

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Orestis

Feb 22, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel has an amazing location, super central but not on a busy street, and has on-site car park for a reasonable cost that makes it really convenient

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Lloyd

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location in downtown area. Fantastic breakfast. Excellent staff. Bed size in a standard double just a little small and bed not as comfortable as I had wished for. But overall the hotel was a perfect place as our starter location for the trip - enjoyed the great views of Table Mountain and the small rooftop gym location

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YOSHIAKI

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

地下鉄の駅も近いですし、何よりプールが屋上にあってとても良いです。

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Angelo vinicius

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Equipe muito simpática e prestativa, quarto estava super limpo e aconchegante, café da manhã completo, estacionamento 24h. Única coisa um pouco ruim é que se localiza no meio da praça, então estacionamento entra apenas 1 carro por vez e as vezes vira uma confusão. Mas nada que atrapalhou nossa viagem. Recomendo

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James

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel, good central position... no restuarant, but easy dining options close by.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and common areas are generally clean and well kept. A few guests reported issues such as lingering smoke smells, stained or unchanged linens, and occasional bathroom mold.

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hope

Jan 20, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was clean and friendly staff

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Oraine

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Overall the stay was okay. I kept smelling cigarette smoke in the hallway on my floor and sometimes when I enter my room. I had to open the windows most time for ventilation. It would be nice to have a iron and iron board inside the room. There was an adjoining door in my room which I didn't like. The staff is friendly and courteous. The breakfast variety is also good.

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Kathy

May 28, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room had a mini fridge which was very convenient. Complimentary breakfast in the morning was lovely. Location is very close to all things Cape Town, and I especially enjoyed being so close to Green Market Square and across the courtyard from Food Lovers Market. My room was cleaned daily, and I was never without what I needed. Even enjoyed an evening in the lobby having drinks with my local friends. Highly recommend.

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Arnaud

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Really well located. Clean and efficient

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Tara

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I requested top comforter be switched as there were makeup stains from the previous guest present when I checked in. After returning that day the request wasn't met, the same comforter remained on the bed. I was checking out the next morning so didn't bother with demanding new set of sheets at that point.

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cheryl

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

courteous helpful staff , rooms clean, breakfast great meals.

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Tricia

Jan 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff and accomodations. Room small but laid out for efficiency. Free breakfast every morning was great. A little mold in our shower that could use some attention.

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Gonde

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Breakfast was great. We had diverse items every day. Room was clean and comfortable

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Ingemar

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Utomordentligt trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Fint och välstädat rum. Utmärkt frukost. Bra läge i centrala Kapstaden.

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Satyavrat

Oct 16, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location. Clean. Friendly and helpful staff. The included breakfast was very good

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Rooms

Rooms are functional with layouts that range from compact to spacious; several felt small, with some dated elements or minor maintenance issues. Street and internal noise can intrude, but Wi-Fi is reliable and some rooms offer mountain views.

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Allison

Mar 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room is too small and not enough light in the room, and the shower room is very small too

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ronald

Jun 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed one night. Friendly staff but Hotel is dated, rooms need to be refurbished, especially carpet.

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Dorbibi

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff, fast concierge/ valet service, clean room, beautiful views of lionshead and table mountain, and generally great central location close to restaurants and shops.

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Ita

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was excellent however if you are there upon opening very limited hot food was ready. The rooms were a bit small but were clean and functional. Location was great and staff were helpful.

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Jorge

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

TV entertainment is not reliable!

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Leonard

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was excellent. Very warm hospitality. Beds were not comfortable; neither were the pillows. Did not sleep.

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Bertram

Dec 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The smallest hotel room. Room 209 is basically for backpackers, no floor space to open a suitcase and there were just enough space to hang a few shirts. 3 stars rating is generous.

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Viola

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sehr hellhörige Zimmer, ob von innen, oben, oder von der Straße. Frühstück war in Ordnung. Die zentrale Lage und die schnellen Anfahrten von Uber war perfekt. Freundliches Personal an der Rezeption.

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Carlos

Jan 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty much standard HIE facility. Excellent service and a very good room with excellent WIFI and cable service. The only complaint was a very slight cigarette smell and shower stall sliding door was in need of repair. Breakfast was the usual standard fare for HIE. The area is not as nice as the waterfront district, but is getting better.

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Michael

Mar 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Well located in CBD of Cape Town on pedestrian mall. Only problem was the street noise on St. Georges Mall which lasted each night till around 4 am and started again at 7 am as street vendors set up the metal frames of their stalls every day. Very hard to get a good night's sleep.

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Service

Service is widely praised as warm, attentive, and proactive, with many noting staff who go the extra mile. A few guests reported lapses, including rude front-desk interactions, crowded or slow check-in, and one serious housekeeping complaint.

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Selvarajah

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

On checkin the receptionist was rude, unhelpful and gave the impression that I was a problem.

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Supriya

Jan 31, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The Staff went above and beyond to make the stay more than comfortable. Very helpful and courteous and the security is top notch! They have a street market right outside the hotel and the staff is always watching over to make sure no one harasses you.

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Visolakhon

Feb 14, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Loved staying here. The staff went above and beyond to provide hospitable service which exceeded our expectations. Special thanks to Crystal and parking staff that made our stay enjoyable! Definitely recommend this hotel and will come back again!

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Alishba

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

We stayed for a week and had a wonderful time. The staff is amazing and the property is well maintained.

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Trisha

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was attentive and professional. Made you feel welcome. All of my needs were taken care of. Awesome location and enjoyed the walk around the area.

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kenji

Feb 23, 2026

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Stayed 7 nights

Staff is great! Location is very convenient.

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Umar

Dec 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

All staff and duty managers are wonderful people nice lovely help me

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Tiffany

Jul 6, 2023

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Stayed 9 nights

I traveled with my 9 month old and the staff was very helpful. They offer pack n plays (camp cots) and high chairs which was wonderful at no additional cost. They even went out of their way to assist me with dietary needs for my baby. I’m so grateful so that. They are very personable and can get all into the babies face to show them love so travelers be mindful if that’s a too much for you. Just respectful enforce boundaries if necessary, no big deal. One thing I wish the hotel came with washcloths (face clothes). I had to request for a pair daily. Also, it would be great if there was a microwave somewhere in the lobby so that guests can heat up food. I stayed for 9 days and I’d do it again. Thank you again for everything.

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Maria

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was excellent at the hotel very friendly very accommodating and very helpful would stay here when I come back to Cape Town

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ELMER

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

The housekeeper stole money from my room during cleaning. This is theft and completely unacceptable. I demand an immediate investigation and action from the management.

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Location

Central CBD location is convenient for sightseeing, tours, and rideshares, with markets and restaurants nearby. Several reviews flag the immediate area as lively but less safe after dark and tricky for car drop-off, with street noise common.

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Wayne

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

If you want to be in the heart of the city, this hotel may work for you. Staying in the core provides some weird vibes....safety officers on every corner, and appears to be unsafe after dark. Never walk alone a night....The area is walkable to the waterfront, and some great restaurants in the area. On the other hand this hotel offers good value and a great breakfast buffet. I would stay here again if visiting Cape Town.

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Karimi

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is in the middle of the city and they have security outside the hotel making it safe. Convenient for taxi service due to its central location. Walking distance to shopping mall, helpful staff, overall good experience for me.

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Judy

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location. Loved all the Architecture! Walking tours nice and close! Markets great too!

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Richard

Apr 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good central location. Difficult to locate easily in a busy pedestrian precinct so Shuttle bus from airport essential for a new visitor to CT. Not an area you want to be on foot with expensive luggage and looking like a new boy on the block.

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maria

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location of the hotel is ideal to allow for exploring the city centre on foot and it is close to all main attractions.

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Orestis

Feb 22, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel has an amazing location, super central but not on a busy street, and has on-site car park for a reasonable cost that makes it really convenient

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Michael

Mar 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Well located in CBD of Cape Town on pedestrian mall. Only problem was the street noise on St. Georges Mall which lasted each night till around 4 am and started again at 7 am as street vendors set up the metal frames of their stalls every day. Very hard to get a good night's sleep.

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Janet

Dec 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfectly located for walking all around. Not safe to go out at night though apparently.

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hans

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Less than 5 min walk to the long st city tour station, very convenient. 10 min by uber to the waterfront. Lots of variety of breakfast buffet. Overall very convenient for the peice

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Carlos

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The hotel was fine and the breakfast buffet was better than expected. The issue is that the area is dicey after dark. Best not to wander from the hotel. There are a couple of dining options within a few meters of the hotel. The taxi prices quoted by the concierge are much higher thn normal. Best to negotiate or call a service.

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Dining

Breakfast consistently earns praise for variety and quality, though replenishment can be slow right at opening and coffee divides opinion. There is no on-site restaurant for dinner, but plenty of options nearby.

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Jonathan

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay. Only negatives room booked for 3 only 2 glasses and 2 cups. And valet brought us the wrong car. Quickly rectified both issues. Breakfast great. Dont miss the roof terrace near mini gym

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EW

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great value for money and perfectly located in the centre of Cape Town. Coffee at breakfast could be better

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Satya

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is great to all shopping places...Rooms are clean and good, shower room is little conjuested...break fast options are limited. The biggest problem is of not having the restaurant for dinner and hence need to order from outside.But still i found it good place to stay.

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K G

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Value for money, breakfast is very good and location excellent.

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Ita

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was excellent however if you are there upon opening very limited hot food was ready. The rooms were a bit small but were clean and functional. Location was great and staff were helpful.

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DEBRA

Sep 20, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

I highly recommend this hotel. Staff at front desk with wonderful and very pleasant. Best Holiday Inn Breakfast I've had so far from my other Holiday Inn stays.

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Ingemar

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Utomordentligt trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Fint och välstädat rum. Utmärkt frukost. Bra läge i centrala Kapstaden.

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MARCOS

Nov 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel is modern and centrally located and complimentary breakfast is excellent.

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Michael

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nettes, zuvorkommendes Personal, geräumiges Zimmer. Etwas zögerliches Auffüllen beim Frühstücksbüffet.

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NOEL

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

excellent location, staff was excellent and breakfast was fantastic with good selection

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Month	Average price
January	$91
February	$113
March	$97
April	$85
May	$81
June	$74
July	$77
August	$76
September	$81
October	$95
November	$100
December	$95

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4 $121	5 $98
6 $90	7 $86	8 $96	9 $90	10 $90	11 $73	12 $74
13 $73	14 $82	15 $78	16 $78	17 $91	18 $82	19 $74
20 $80	21 $74	22 $78	23 $89	24 $107	25 $92	26 $91
27 $93	28 $85	29 $87	30 $82

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $87	2 $96	3 $94
4 $87	5 $82	6 $87	7	8	9 $91	10
11 $118	12 $91	13	14 $96	15	16 $91	17 $91
18	19 $91	20	21 $91	22 $91	23 $91	24 $87
25 $82	26 $75	27 $87	28 $78	29 $113	30 $104	31 $91

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