The Claremont Boutique Hotel

12/08/2026

Some buildings never lose their original purpose. Although The Claremont Boutique Hotel has been beautifully restored, it still carries the unmistakable character of the grand private residence it was designed to be. The elegant lounges invite conversations by the fireplace, the gardens encourage slow afternoons and the pace is refreshingly residential rather than a traditional hotel. With just 15 rooms, every stay feels less like checking into a hotel and more like being welcomed into a remarkable Cape home, where history, warmth and genuine hospitality have always belonged.

05/08/2026

With just 15 rooms, our hotel offers a distinctly boutique experience for discovering Cape Town. Set within a beautifully restored Cape Dutch manor, it combines the warmth of a private residence with the refined comforts of a luxury hotel, creating an experience that feels personal and elegant. Close enough to enjoy the energy of the city, yet removed enough to offer tranquillity, it invites guests to experience Cape Town at a gentler pace.

29/07/2026

At The Claremont Boutique Hotel, hospitality begins and ends with people. We are delighted to introduce Stuart Hill, who joins us as General Manager, bringing with him a distinguished career across some of South Africa’s celebrated safari destinations.

Born and raised in Cape Town, Stuart’s return marks a full-circle moment, as he steps into his role at the Sabi Sabi Collection’s first Cape Town property after more than two decades in the safari industry.

With a deep appreciation for authentic hospitality, meaningful connections and the richness of South African travel, Stuart’s vision is simple and heartfelt: to create a welcoming environment where guests feel at home while discovering the beauty of Cape Town and its surrounds.

A firm believer in personalised service, he hopes every guest departs not only with lasting memories of their stay, but with a sense of the warmth and care that define both The Claremont and The Sabi Sabi Collection.

08/07/2026

The Cape Floral Kingdom is a natural wonder. The smallest yet most diverse of the world’s six floral kingdoms and the only one found entirely within a single country.

Home to thousands of unique plant species, many of which occur nowhere else on Earth, its biodiversity has shaped the character of the Cape for centuries.

A stay at The Claremont offers a gateway to this botanical richness. From the slopes of Table Mountain to the renowned Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, the region’s fascinating plant life is within easy reach.

01/07/2026

Cape Town has officially been named the World's Most Beautiful City in Time Out Travel's latest global survey - a recognition of its remarkable natural beauty, rich heritage and unmistakable sense of place.

At The Claremont Boutique Hotel, we believe that where you stay shapes how you experience a destination. Tucked away in one of Cape Town's most established and leafy suburbs, The Claremont offers a refined sanctuary where gracious hospitality, understated luxury and a sense of calm invite you to experience the city at your own pace.

After a day spent discovering all that has earned Cape Town its well-deserved award, return to a place that feels every bit as memorable as the destination itself.

25/06/2026

24/06/2026

The Safari Library was designed as a subtle continuation of the story that begins at Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve. The space invites you to sink into the leather sofa and notice the details. Antique photos, safari books, textured fabrics and carefully chosen artefacts create the feeling of a well-travelled explorer’s retreat.

Most of our guests arrive in Cape Town either before or after a safari, and Safari Library bridges those two worlds. In many ways, it reflects what safari has always been about: not only the wildlife, but the feeling it leaves behind.

17/06/2026

Long before The Claremont became a hotel, the Manor House formed part of the area’s long history as one of Cape Town’s most sought-after suburbs. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Claremont was known for its grand homes, leafy avenues and country estate atmosphere, where families moved from the city in search of space, fresh air and mountain views. Many parts of Claremont were once covered in vineyards, orchards and private farms, giving the area more rural character than what it has today.

Designed in 1928 by Magdalena Sauer, one of South Africa’s first female architects, the Manor House reflects the elegance and symmetry typical of the Cape Dutch Revival style that was popular at the time. Lovingly restored, the Manor House today carefully preserves those original architectural details while bringing softer contemporary warmth to the interiors.