The Clarendon Collection

The Clarendon holds a rich history having once been owned by the Earl of Clarendon, the Governor of The Cape.

Being a heritage building, this family-run boutique hotel boasts 16 luxurious bedrooms and was established in 1996 by the present owner .

Cradled along the slopes of Lions Head, in the idyllic suburb of Fresnaye, it caters to families, honeymooners and the exclusive traveler who wants to enjoy the best of Cape Town. A wonderful oasis of rich green lawns and sparkling swimming pools, set in a tranquil paradise against the backdrop of a mass of pink bougainvillea.

The Clarendon, Bantry Bay, isn’t a hotel that shouts.

It whispers, rewards, relaxes and enchants. You know a boutique hotel is doing things right when half the people at the sunny breakfast tables are all return guests.

Once you’ve personally experienced the sweeping sea views, the warm 5-Star hospitality, the perfect wind-free location and the intimate luxurious charm of the Clarendon, you’ll find it difficult to stay anywhere else in Cape Town.

It attracts a clientele that appreciates the effortless elegance, the understated luxury, the personal touches and the clockwork efficiency of a hotel that know exactly how to please their guests and keep surprising them.

They’re discreet global honeymooners looking for a low-profile hideaway. They’re international empty-nesters looking for a quiet, pampered break. And they’re visiting celebrities looking for some time out of the spotlight and in the sun ( with a separate dedicated entrance, exclusive zone and perfect confidentiality).

Set on the exclusive Atlantic Seaboard in the peaceful area of Fresnaye, this stylish villa is oriented around family stays. Spaces are cleverly designed for both adults and teens or younger children to relax, socialise, and play, no matter their age.

The villa is elegantly furnished and beautifully designed. The entertainment areas are the heart of the home and make it hard to leave to enjoy the attractions that Cape Town offers.

General living areas are open-plan with doors from both the kitchen and lounge leading out to different areas of the terrace. On one side of this central area there is a TV lounge with a plush couch and big screen TV, and on the other an entertainment room that will be of instant appeal to the younger members of the group. Filled with comfortable seating, a TV with gaming consoles, toys, and a football table, children and teens will find it difficult to tear themselves away. Doors lead out to the garden and terrace. There is another den on the level below, this one centred around sports viewing with both a TV and a full size snooker table.

Outdoor areas have been designed for any kind of weather with certain sections being under cover and others open to the sun. Interior décor is mirrored outside with the exterior lounge as comfortable as those inside. There are wood and gas barbecues, a trampoline, outdoor speakers, an enclosed swimming pool, and sun loungers to add to the enjoyment.

The upper level of the villa is devoted to the four bedrooms. Double doors open onto the impressive master suite with its corner position and stunning ocean and city views. The room is furnished with an extra length King-size bed and doors lead out to a private balcony. The spacious en-suite bathroom has a double volume ceiling allowing for large windows and a view of Lion’s Head.

The second bedroom has a high loft ceiling and offers plenty of space and light. It is furnished with a King-size bed and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The third and fourth bedrooms share a bathroom with both bath and shower. The one has a double bed, and the other is twin bedded.