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Hippo Boutique Hotel
Streetside Double Room, Hippo Boutique Hotel in Cape Town
Interior view, Hippo Boutique Hotel in Cape Town
Interior view, Hippo Boutique Hotel in Cape Town
Hippo Boutique Hotel
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8.6

Excellent

248 reviews

248 reviews

Housekeeping13
Breakfast7
View6
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9.1

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - 220 meters from city center
Popular neighborhood
Excellent for walking
Parking
Available
Walkable places
Kink Bar & Boutique
Lifestyles on Kloof
60 m
Wine Concepts
70 m
Bluecollarwhitecollar
70 m
The Zone Fitness Gym for Women
80 m
Popular landmarks
Signal Hill
1.4 km
Lion's Head
1.4 km
Two Oceans Aquarium
2.4 km
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
3.0 km
Table Mountain
3.1 km
Closest landmarks
Opal Lounge
140 m
Religion
170 m
Gallery Zoom
180 m
Africa Centre
190 m
african Story Tours
190 m

Hippo Boutique Hotel

5-9 Park Road, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Gardens part of Cape Town, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 4-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Located in heart of Cape Town

Check-in [24-hour]

Excellent room comfort & quality

Airport transfer

Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Swimming pool [indoor]

Golf course [on-site]

Check-in/out [express]

Luggage storage

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Cape Town every 6 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.6
Distance to city center21.4Km
Location rating9.1
Nearest airportCape Town International Airport (CPT)
Distance to airport18.3 km

Rooms available at Hippo Boutique Hotel

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

9

Streetside Double Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed
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Executive Loft Suite
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  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel offer airport transfer?

Hippo Boutique Hotel offers airport transfer service upon request with an additional fee of 350 ZAR in local currency. To request, check the box on the booking form just before the payment page.

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel have a swimming pool?

While lounging at Hippo Boutique Hotel, you can indulge in the None facility to get your day started the right way with a splash for a refreshing morning or evening.

What sort of non-water sports and outdoor activities are readily available at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Hippo Boutique Hotel features non-water sport and outdoor activities such as hiking trails for you to take joy in.

What kinds of entertainment are available at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Hippo Boutique Hotel features bowling alley while you remain at this property, supplying travelers with entertainment value throughout your stay here.

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel provide laundry services?

Yes! Hippo Boutique Hotel offers laundry service at your fingertips for whenever you need your favorite outfits clean and fresh all throughout your vacation. Please contact the property for more information.

Does Hippo Boutique Hotel provide an option for contactless check-in and check-out?

At Hippo Boutique Hotel, visitors can take part in contactless check-in and check-out option provided by this property for your comfort and safety.

What attractions are in close proximty of Hippo Boutique Hotel that are in walking distance?

While residing at Hippo Boutique Hotel, jump start your holiday by discovering the closest destinations that are within close proximity to the property which include Kink Bar & Boutique, Love Project, and Biblioteq.

What are the property's policies for children's bedding at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Hippo Boutique Hotel's policy pertaining to children's bedding considers guests age 18 years and older as adults, and therefore must use an extra bed which will incur an additional fee. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

How many floors does Hippo Boutique Hotel have?

Hippo Boutique Hotel has a total of 4 floors.

What famous shopping venues are in close proximity to Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Shopping options in Hippo Boutique Hotel’s Gardens neighborhood include Greenmarket Square.

What time is check-in and check-out at Hippo Boutique Hotel?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may ask for early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guest visitors checking in or out before or after the designated hours may be charged an additional fee.

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What people love about Hippo Boutique Hotel

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Clean and modern, in the heart of the city, everything you need."

    Lynn

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    June 26, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The apartment was spotless clean, the view of Table Mountain right from your c stylish lounge overseeing the mountain at the Hotel's top floor."

    Rito

    |

    September 14, 2021

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Staff 

    "Great staff, great room size, great location."

    Ryan

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    August 28, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 3,876 Cape Town properties
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Room comfort score
9/10
Location score
9.1/10
Value for money score
8.6/10
Service score
8.7/10
Better than
99
%
of Cape Town properties
Better than
98
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of Cape Town properties
Better than
97
%
of Cape Town properties
Better than
97
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of Cape Town properties
Overall rating:

8.6

Excellent
235 reviews
Cleanliness
8.7
Facilities
7.9
Location
9.1
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More about Hippo Boutique Hotel

More about Hippo Boutique Hotel

Built in 2003, Hippo Boutique Hotel is a distinct addition to Cape Town and a smart choice for travelers. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that this lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Hippo Boutique Hotel offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities needed to put travelers at ease. Guests of the hotel can enjoy on-site features like Wi-Fi in public areas, a bar/restaurant, concierge, room service, and parking. This hotel accommodation has been carefully put together to consider the traveler's needs. Luxurious king-sized beds, in-room LAN and wireless internet access, satellite television, an in-room safe, and built-in kitchenettes provide the ultimate comfort and convenience. Hippo Boutique Hotel is an ideal base from where you can explore all Cape Town has to offer you!

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.9

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

10 mentions

Housekeeping

8 mentions

Swimming Pool

3 mentions

Internet

3 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Bowling alley
  • Fishing
  • Golf course [on-site]
  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming pool [indoor]
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
  • Wind surfing
Cleanliness and safety
  • Body thermometer
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Coffee shop
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
Services and conveniences
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
Access
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Check-in/out [private]
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
Available in all rooms
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe box
  • Non-smoking
  • Shower

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • American
  • Continental

Location

5-9 Park Road, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001
Exceptional
Location

9.1

Public transportation
  • MyCiti Bus Service Roeland Bus Stop
    970 m
  • Cape Town Train Station
    1.5 km
Airports
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
    18.3 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Doctors on Kloof
    240 m
Shopping
  • The Old Biscuit Mill
    4.3 km
Convenience store
  • Pick n Pay Express
    1.6 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    60 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Signal Hill
    1.4 km
  • Lion's Head
    1.4 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium
    2.4 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
    3.0 km
  • Table Mountain
    3.1 km
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
    7.0 km
  • Robben Island Museum
    14.8 km
  • Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
    29.8 km
  • Cape Point Nature Reserve
    47.4 km
  • Cape of Good Hope
    48.0 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Kink Bar & Boutique
  • Lifestyles on Kloof
    60 m
  • Wine Concepts
    70 m
  • Bluecollarwhitecollar
    70 m
  • The Zone Fitness Gym for Women
    80 m
  • Be Muse
    100 m
  • Love Project
    110 m
  • Biblioteq
    130 m
  • Readers Paradise
    130 m
  • Mabu Vinyl
    140 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-5 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
Children 6-17 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 18 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-in until00:00
  • Check-out from11:00
  • Check-out until12:00
  • Reception open until23:59
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee350 ZAR
  • Distance from city center21.4Km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)20
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)100 ZAR
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 ZAR
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
  • Number of bars/lounges0
  • Number of floors4
  • Number of restaurants0
  • Number of rooms 5
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened2003
Parking
  • Daily parking fee50 ZAR

Reviews of Hippo Boutique Hotel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.6
/
10
Cleanliness8.7
Facilities7.9
Location9.1
Room comfort and quality9.0
Service8.7
Value for money8.6
High score for Cape Town
Rating
9+ Exceptional (58)
8-9 Excellent (19)
7-8 Very Good (9)
6-7 Good (6)
<6 Below Expectation (12)
Time of the year
Mar - May (28)
Jun - Aug (21)
Sep - Nov (24)
Dec - Feb (31)

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10.0
Exceptional
Rito from South Africa
Couple
Stayed 2 nights in September 2021

Executive stay at Hippo Boutique”

I wish we had more time to enjoy at this awesomely beautiful place. The reception staff were immediately welcoming as we arrived. The apartment was spotless clean, the view of Table Mountain right from your c stylish lounge overseeing the mountain at the Hotel's top floor. The executive suites are spacious and they make you feel right at home. The interior decor' is amazing. This place is value for money. It is peaceful and

Reviewed September 14, 2021

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9.6
Exceptional
SALOME from South Africa
Family with young children
Stayed 8 nights in December 2022

Exceptional”

Sharon is a star. She made the hotel a home away from home for me and my family, she welcomed us with a genuine smile, has Excellent customer service, and knows the concept of Ubuntu. May She continue to shine

Reviewed January 01, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Liane from South Africa
Group
Streetside Double Room
Stayed 3 nights in August 2020

What a pleasure!”

I can't reiterate enough how enjoyable the whole experience was! Sindi and Sharon are two of the most helpful, friendly and efficient hospitality staff I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. The hotel itself has great facilities and EXCELLENT location. We were able to walk to quite a few great spots and there are shops located within a block or 2 from the hotel. Absolute convenience! Try it!

Reviewed September 14, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Carmen from South Africa
Couple
Standard Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2022

Exceptional”

Lovely hotel in the heart of Cape Town just off Kloof Street - where the night life is a buzz!!

Reviewed February 07, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Charne from South Africa
Family with young children
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

The most surprising and amazing venue”

They say photos say a 1000 words. To be honest in this case, photos just do not do this venue justice. You are welcomed, surprised and provided the most amazing service and experience from start to finish. I would not have wanted better. And i can never thank the staff enough

Reviewed May 31, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Ursula from South Africa
Group
Stayed 3 nights in November 2021

Hippo boutique hotel is the best ”

Best hospitality ever

Reviewed November 10, 2021

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9.6
Exceptional
Lauren from South Africa
Couple
Stayed 1 night in June 2021

Exceptional”

Room is very big , it had everything we needed . The heated floors in bathroom was an amazing suprise we loved it! Will definitely book again

Reviewed June 10, 2021

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9.6
Exceptional
Imeraan from South Africa
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 1 night in August 2020

Dstv and towels”

Good day The dstv didnt work at all and the towels was dirty but overall the place and staff was awesome will recommend anytime again value for money bath and shower was so nice.

Reviewed August 02, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Lynn from South Africa
Couple
Room Assigned on Arrival
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Exceptional”

Clean and modern, in the heart of the city, everything you need.

Reviewed June 26, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Nadine from South Africa
Couple
Standard Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Exceptional”

enjoyed our stay immensely. very private and cozy with secure parking

Reviewed May 03, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Ryan from South Africa
Couple
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in August 2022

Perfect location for a night out.”

Great staff, great room size, great location. The room was exactly what we needed as we only spent 1 night. What you see is literally what you get, unlike other places. Only negative was no creamer or milk for the morning coffee. Other than that, everything was perfect.

Reviewed August 28, 2022

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5.6
Lizelle from South Africa
Couple
Stayed 5 nights in March 2021

Expected more”

Clean and modern However we booked a front view room and overlooked the parking area at the back of the hotel. The plug next to bed was not working. There was exposed electrical wires on the cupboard. There is no dressing table and mirror for hair and makeup. I had to use the mirror by the kitchen counter. There is no emergency lights in room during loadshedding. We recommend you put loadshedding schedules in rooms to keep guests informed regarding the times for different stages of loadshedding. We noticed the buildings around us had generators on during loadshedding but not the Hippo Hotel. It is not pleasant coming back at night to a dark hotel room and use your cellphone to bath and get ready for bed.

Reviewed March 20, 2021

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6.0
Charmaine from South Africa
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Above average”

If you just need a place to sleep the Hippo Hotel is fine, but where its location is not for me, It's noisy and dodgy. The car guards is dodgy. For a four star hotel I know much better. The floor in front of the lifts was dirty... No I never go back again

Reviewed February 03, 2020

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5.6
Divan from South Africa
Couple
Executive Loft Suite
Stayed 1 night in August 2020

Average ”

Everything was okay, the wifi connection was terrible We lost connectivity the whole time. The DSTV did not work which was also disappointing and the staff was not prepared and organised at all. Other than that it wasn’t too bad

Reviewed August 02, 2020

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4.4
michael from South Africa
Couple
Stayed 3 nights in February 2020

Acceptable”

Check in disaster that receptionist giggled her way through after eventually finding our booking. Breakfast choice was severely limited. Breakfast voucher R100 did not cover croissant/ coffee (R60).

Reviewed February 21, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
John from United Kingdom
Couple
Streetside Double Room
Stayed 10 nights in July 2017

Hippo Happiness”

We had a brilliant 10 days at the Hippo Boutique Hotel. The staff were all friendly and very helpful. Coffee or cold water in the lounge was available all the time. The room was much larger than expected. There was a massive bath which I would normally have used - but since there was a level 4 water shortage notice in the bathroom - I decided not to indulge myself. The shower was brilliant though. The bed was comfy and we had everything we needed. TV channels are a bit limited but who wants to watch TV in Cape Town! I only gave Cleanliness Good instead of Excellent because something had rolled under the bed and when I went to retrieve it there was a lot of dust under it. Picky I know but that is the difference between Good and Excellent on the system. The location on Kloof Street made it so easy to get anywhere and everywhere on foot so we were able to soak up all the sights and sounds. We walked to the Free Cable Car Shuttle (twice) it took us 35 minutes and was really easy and safe on both of the routes we chose.

Reviewed July 17, 2017

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Thank you for taking the time to write down your positive feedback with regards to your stay with us at Hippo Hotel in Cape Town. We are so delighted that you enjoyed your stay and experienced our spacious rooms, spoilt choices of restaurants for breakfast and excellent location. We are very happy to know you enjoyed your stay with us at Hippo Boutique Hotel and we are looking forward to welcome you back when next your travels take you to Cape Town! Kind Regards Moline Rusere

Responded July 19, 2017
Hippo Boutique Hotel
9.3
Exceptional
Vorawan from Thailand
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in June 2015

lovely hotel”

great location, friendly and helpful staff and value for money

It's a great stay and will definitely recommend this hotel to others. It's really near the famous long street. On Park road, you can find lots of restaurants on and around the corner. Breakfast will be served in 3-4 different coffee shops near hotels. Breakfast are great. Hotel staff are really helpful and friendly. Hotel room has everything you need. There are 3 restaurants on the ground floor of the hotel. It's quite noisy during weekend but very calm on weekday. Kloof street house restaurant 100 metres from hotel is really hip and nice food and drinks. I had really great stay with Hippo Boutique hotel. Want to visit them again soon.

Reviewed June 20, 2015

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Thank you for taking the time to write down your positive feedback after your recent stay with us at Hippo Boutique Hotel! We are delighted to hear that you had a good experience with regards to our excellent location, amazing restaurants for breakfast and our spacious rooms. Thank you for choosing to stay at Hippo Boutique Hotel and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Responded January 18, 2019
Hippo Boutique Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
Annie from United States
Couple
Streetside Double Room
Stayed 3 nights in December 2017

Perfect location ”

Loved this hotel which has the best location, near great restaurants, shops, and tourist sites. Staff was friendly and helpful, loved the breakfast options, room was big and clean. Free parking in a secure parking lot! Hippo Boutique was perfect for our stay in Cape Town.

Reviewed January 01, 2018

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We are very happy to know you enjoyed your stay with us at Hippo Boutique Hotel and we are looking forward to welcome you back when next your travels take you to Cape Town!

Responded June 13, 2018
Hippo Boutique Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
Margaret from United States
Solo traveler
Streetside Double Room
Stayed 10 nights in April 2018

FANTASTIC”

I can unequivocally recommend this Boutique Hotel. I enjoyed every aspect of my stay ...from the very helpful and extremely courteous staff to large beautiful rooms . The location has a happy humming experience of life in Cape Town and very close to great shops and all Cape Town has to offer . Don't hesitate book now !!!

Reviewed April 17, 2018

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We are very happy to know you enjoyed your stay with us at Hippo Boutique Hotel and we are very happy that you recommended us.We look forward to welcome you back when next your travels take you to Cape Town!

Responded June 13, 2018
Hippo Boutique Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
Dana from United States
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2018

Great stay!”

Location is very practical and felt safe. (You can tell is a nice neighborhood because of the nice cars parked in the street). Very cool restaurants walking distance (Kloof Street House was the coolest for dinner). We booked a back room since I saw some people complained about the noise and it was perfect. An absolute steal for the price. Room was bigger than the average business hotels downtown and all was brand new and very clean. Loved the coffee/tea in the reception. They also let us leave our bags after checkout and hang out in the couches at reception while we charged our phones. Book this if you are in Cape Town!

Reviewed April 11, 2018

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We are very happy to know you enjoyed your stay with us at Hippo Boutique Hotel and we are looking forward to welcome you back when next your travels take you to Cape Town!

Responded June 13, 2018
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