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Ellerman House

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Art Deco elegance in Bantry Bay

Panoramic ocean views complement this Edwardian gem's boutique feel with two outdoor pools. Enjoy garden-view dining at the Wine Gallery before unwinding at one of three bars. Dedicated staff provide memorable service that reviewers consistently praise as "the best hotel staff anywhere."

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a tufted headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room (House)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Room (House)

  • Sea view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room (SPA)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair by the window, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room (SPA)

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite (Ellerman House)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Suite (Ellerman House)

  • Sea view
  • 1103 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room (House)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a view of the city and sea.

Superior Room (House)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Villa (Ellerman House Two)

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a sofa, and a large painting.

Luxury Villa (Ellerman House Two)

  • Sea view
  • 4661 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Villa (Ellerman House One)

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a city and the ocean.

Luxury Villa (Ellerman House One)

  • Sea view
  • 7492 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 King Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Bantry Bay, a neighborhood in Cape Town, Ellerman House is in the suburbs and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cape Town Stadium or Newlands Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and cave exploring. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
Map
180 Kloof Road Bantry Bay, Bantry Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a city at its base, a coastline, and a sunset.
    Table Mountain National Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The sun setting over a rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks.
    Sea Point Promenade
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A coastal urban area with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, and modern buildings.
    Queens Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A modern building with a geometric facade, a curved road with patterned paving, and palm trees.
    Sea Point Pavillion
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • A sandy beach with large rocks, calm waves, and houses in the background.
    Clifton Bay Beach
    5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Observatory Station
    12 min drive
  • Cape Town Station
    14 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jarryds
    15 min walk
  • Bootlegger Coffee Company
    2 min drive
  • Brash
    15 min walk
  • Atlantic Express
    2 min drive
  • Scheckter's RAW
    13 min walk

About this property

Ellerman House

  • Luxury boutique hotel by the ocean
  • You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a poolside bar at Ellerman House. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling and Pilates at this hotel. Treat yourself to reflexology, aromatherapy, or a Swedish massage at Ellerman House Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Wine Gallery, features garden views. Yoga classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a terrace, a garden, and a library. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • Bike rentals, access to a nearby health club, and express check-out
    • Helicopter/airplane tours, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like heated floors and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • More amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Select Comfort beds
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Ellerman House is listed in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.
  • The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Wine Gallery

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1906
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 3500.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 3500.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does Ellerman House have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Ellerman House?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ellerman House on Sep 17, 2026 start from $1,203, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Ellerman House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ellerman House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ellerman House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Ellerman House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Ellerman House located?

Located in Bantry Bay, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park, Sea Point Promenade, and Queens Beach. Clifton 2nd Beach and Clifton Bay Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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