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6.9

Good

223 reviews

223 reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular landmarks
Signal Hill 2.1 km
Lion's Head 2.1 km
Two Oceans Aquarium 2.4 km
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront 2.9 km
Table Mountain 2.9 km
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden 6.7 km
Robben Island Museum 15.1 km
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony 29.7 km
Cape Point Nature Reserve 47.3 km
Cape of Good Hope 47.8 km
Nearby landmarks
Book Lounge 30 m
Dorp 30 m
MyCiti Bus Service Roeland Bus Stop 70 m
Rust En Vreugd 80 m
Perseverance Tavern 120 m
Museum of Cape Town 140 m
Hip Hop East City Corridor 170 m
Catholic Cathedral 190 m
Department of Home Affairs 190 m
District Six Museum 270 m

Kimberley Backpackers

Cnr Roeland Street and Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, Cape Town City Center, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Cape Town City Center, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Table Mountain. Rated with 3 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and fitness center on-site.

Highlights

60 meters to public transportation

Check-in [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Inside city center

270 meters to District Six Museum

Facilities

Airport transfer

Bicycle rental

Car park

Shuttle service

Golf course [on-site]

Fitness center

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Cape Town every 6 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money7.1
Distance to city center1km
Location rating8.0
Nearest airportCape Town International Airport (CPT)
Distance to airport17.3 km

Rooms available at Kimberley Backpackers

Double Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Tripple Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • City view
  • 3 single beds
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Twin Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Eight-bed Dormitory
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 8 bunk beds
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Family Room
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds and 1 double ...
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1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 7 single beds
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Standard Triple Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
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Quad Room
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  • Shared bathroom
  • 2 single beds and 1 double ...
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5 Beds
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    Guest Room
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      Frequently asked questions

      What kind of water sports activities are offered at Kimberley Backpackers?

      Kimberley Backpackers features a wide range of water sport activities such as fishing, diving, snorkeling, and canoe for you to take full advantage of while lodging here.

      Does Kimberley Backpackers have a fitness center?

      Yes! Kimberley Backpackers offers fitness center that is ideally located on site, catering to your active needs to stay fit while on holiday vacation. For more details, please contact the property for more information.

      What is the average travel time to a nearby airport from Kimberley Backpackers?

      The average travel time to get from Kimberley Backpackers to the airport is 15 minutes, but please take into account that the travel time may fluctuate based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

      What interesting attractions are nearby Kimberley Backpackers that are in walking range?

      While staying at Kimberley Backpackers, start off your trip by exploring the nearest points of interest that are within walking distance to the property which include Museum of Cape Town, Hip Hop East City Corridor, and Catholic Cathedral.

      What are the property's policies for children's bedding at Kimberley Backpackers?

      Kimberley Backpackers's policy concerning children's bedding considers guests age 2 years and older as adults, and therefore requires an extra bed which will incur an additional charge. 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.

      What was the average room rate for Kimberley Backpackers been in the past month?

      The average room rate for Kimberley Backpackers in the past month is 147.21 ZAR, compared to city's average of 1898.94 ZAR.

      What is the average rating that verified Families with young children have given to Kimberley Backpackers?

      Verified families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Kimberley Backpackers an average rating of 7.3. You can look up more detailed customer ratings and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

      What is the average rating that past Group travelers have given to Kimberley Backpackers?

      Verified group travelers that have stayed at this property have given Kimberley Backpackers an average rating of 7.1. You can look up more comprehensive customer evaluations and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

      What famous shopping locations are close to Kimberley Backpackers?

      Shopping options in Kimberley Backpackers’s Cape Town City Center neighborhood include Greenmarket Square.

      What recognized natural sightseeing locations are near Kimberley Backpackers?

      Kimberley Backpackers is located within Cape Town City Center, which makes it fittingly close to natural scenery including Signal Hill, Lion's Head, and Table Mountain.

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      What people love about Kimberley Backpackers

      • 8.8

        Excellent
        Cleanliness

        "The room was very clean and you get a welcoming feeling when stepping into it, and as well from the staff members."

        John

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        March 14, 2023

      • 10

        Exceptional
        Cleanliness

        "The hotel is super clean, there's an ATM, a free breakfast and arrival drinks voucher."

        Erica

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        September 2, 2019

      • 8.8

        Excellent
        Location

        "The place is near everything, Mycity bus route restaurants."

        Anacletta

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        April 4, 2023

      Property ranking|Compared to 3,876 Cape Town properties
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      Cheapest price score
      Location score
      8.1/10
      Value for money score
      7.1/10
      Service score
      7.1/10
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Cape Town properties
      Better than
      95
      %
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      Better than
      94
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      Better than
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      Overall rating:

      6.9

      Good
      222 reviews
      Cleanliness
      6.6
      Facilities
      6.3
      Location
      8.0
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      What travelers say they love:
      I like the location and friendly staff.
      Lumka from South Africa
      Family with older children
      More about Kimberley Backpackers

      More about Kimberley Backpackers

      Kimberley Backpackers

      See the best of Cape Town with a stay at Kimberley Backpackers, which puts you right in the city center amidst the many sights and landmarks. With its convenient location, you can easily access to the city's must-see destinations.
      Kimberley Backpackers provides the best in services and amenities to help make guests feel comfortable. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hostel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the hostel's easy to book transportation services. The hostel provides taxi, car hire and shuttle services to help you get to where you want to go in Cape Town.
      Parking is always available, provided by the hostel for their driving guests. While lodging at this wonderful hostel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include concierge service and luggage storage. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hostel's tours. The hostel even offers a fireplace for a warm atmosphere on chilly nights.
      The hostel's on-site laundromat, dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. Some small or last-minute needs can be quickly fulfilled by the convenience stores without having to leave the hostel. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
      Guestrooms are designed to provide an optimal level of comfort with welcoming decor and essential amenities. The hostel provides linen service in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Kimberley Backpackers include a separate living room, as part of the room design. Keep your entertainment options wide, even in your room, with a range of facilities, including television available in select rooms.
      The hostel also provides guests with a coffee or tea maker in some rooms. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hostel provides towels in some select rooms.


      Dining and things to do

      Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hostel. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hostel's bar, nightclub and casino.
      Guests of Kimberley Backpackers can even have groceries delivered to their room for cooking, using the hostel's special service. If you're truly selective about eating, you'll be grateful for the in-house BBQ facilities and shared kitchen available here.
      Kimberley Backpackers offers wonderful recreational facilities for guests to enjoy. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the massage. For those who hate to miss a workout, a trip to the hostel's fitness facility will keep you fresh and healthy. Hot days can be cool fun with water activities like fishing, snorkeling, motorized water sports, surfing and diving.
      You won't need anything for water activity fun other than your own enthusiasm, with aquatic activity conveniences like boats and canoes made available at Kimberley Backpackers. Have some easy fun and maybe meet others while playing recreation activities such as horse riding. In a competitive mood? Get sporty with your travel group or other guests at the tennis court, golf course on site and hiking trails in the hostel. Have some relaxing fun with family and friends at the library, games room and shared lounge and TV area.
      Souvenir shopping for yourself or those back home takes no time at all at the shops.


      Around the property

      Visit the sights and local attractions of Cape Town during your stay at the hostel. Nearby you'll also find Victoria & Alfred Waterfront located 2.8 km away where local boats are harbored and where you can see the ocean.


      Reasons to stay here

      Rooms here are cheaper than 99% of accommodations in the city.
      This hostel's food and dining score higher than 96% of accommodations in the city.
      Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 96% of accommodations in the city.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Good
      Facilities

      6.3

      Most talked about facilities

      Breakfast

      1 mention

      Internet

      1 mention

      Languages spoken
      • English
      • Dutch
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Internet [LAN]
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Boating
      • Canoeing
      • Casino
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Fitness center
      • Game room
      • Golf course [on-site]
      • Hiking
      • Horseback riding
      • Massage
      • Nightclub
      • Snorkeling
      • Surfing lessons
      • Tennis court
      • Tours
      • Water sports (motorized)
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Bar
      • BBQ facilities
      • Breakfast [continental]
      • Coffee shop
      • Grocery delivery
      • Kitchen
      • Restaurants
      • Room service
      • Shared kitchen
      Services and conveniences
      • Cash withdrawal
      • Concierge
      • Convenience store
      • Currency exchange
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Dry cleaning
      • Elevator
      • Fireplace
      • Ironing service
      • Laundromat
      • Laundry service
      • Library
      • Luggage storage
      • Postal service
      • Shops
      • Smoking area
      • Xerox/fax in business center
      For the kids
      • Family room
      • Kids meal
      Land sports
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Access
      • CCTV in common areas
      • Check-in/out [private]
      • Check-in [24-hour]
      • Fire extinguisher
      • Front desk [24-hour]
      • Pets allowed
      • Security [24-hour]
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer
      • Car park [charges apply]
      • Car park [nearby]
      • Rental car
      • Shuttle service
      • Taxi service
      Sports equipment rental
      • Bicycle rental

      Food and dining

      Breakfast options
      • American
      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish

      Location

      Cnr Roeland Street and Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, Cape Town City Center, Cape Town, South Africa, 8000
      Excellent
      Location

      8

      Public transportation
      • MyCiti Bus Service Roeland Bus Stop
        70 m
      • Cape Town Train Station
        900 m
      Airports
      • Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
        17.3 km
      Hospital or clinic
      • A. White Chemist
        360 m
      Shopping
      • The Old Biscuit Mill
        3.4 km
      Convenience store
      • On-site
      Cash withdrawal
      • ATM on-site

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • Signal Hill
        2.1 km
      • Lion's Head
        2.1 km
      • Two Oceans Aquarium
        2.4 km
      • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
        2.9 km
      • Table Mountain
        2.9 km
      • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
        6.7 km
      • Robben Island Museum
        15.1 km
      • Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
        29.7 km
      • Cape Point Nature Reserve
        47.3 km
      • Cape of Good Hope
        47.8 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • Book Lounge
        30 m
      • Dorp
        30 m
      • MyCiti Bus Service Roeland Bus Stop
        70 m
      • Rust En Vreugd
        80 m
      • Perseverance Tavern
        120 m
      • Museum of Cape Town
        140 m
      • Hip Hop East City Corridor
        170 m
      • Catholic Cathedral
        190 m
      • Department of Home Affairs
        190 m
      • District Six Museum
        270 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.

      Children 0-1 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
      Guests 2 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 until23:59
      • Check-out until10:01
      • Reception open until20:00
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer fee300 ZAR
      • Distance from city center1km
      • Travel time to airport (minutes)15
      Extras
      • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)45 ZAR
      • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 ZAR
      The property
      • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
      • Number of bars/lounges2
      • Number of floors2
      • Number of restaurants2
      • Number of rooms 12
      • Room voltage220
      • Year property opened1900
      • Most recent renovation2015

      Reviews of Kimberley Backpackers from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      Cleanliness6.6
      Facilities6.3
      Location8.0
      Service7.0
      Value for money7.1
      High score for Cape Town
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (22)
      8-9 Excellent (12)
      7-8 Very Good (9)
      6-7 Good (5)
      <6 Below Expectation (29)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (34)
      Jun - Aug (13)
      Sep - Nov (6)
      Dec - Feb (24)

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Ms from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Twin Room
      Stayed 7 nights in July 2022

      A darling little Gem in the heart of Cape Town!”

      It feels I’m reliving the era of 1910. What a lovely hotel. The staff, amazing! Feels like “home”. Gorgeous rooms, lounge area, balcony, Stunning little restaurant, food truly unbelievable, historic pub would take your breath away. Highly recommended!

      Reviewed July 12, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Helen from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Eight-bed Dormitory
      Stayed 1 night in July 2022

      Kimberly hotel ”

      Excellent. Best choice in whole of Cape Town. Great vibe and staff super awesome

      Reviewed July 27, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Wayne from South Africa
      Couple
      Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in November 2022

      Exceptional”

      Good value for money

      Reviewed November 22, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Clinton from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Double Room
      Stayed 1 night in November 2020

      Kimberley Is Great”

      Great Hotel. Took me back in ytime.

      Reviewed November 08, 2020

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      ali from Sweden
      Solo traveler
      1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
      Stayed 1 night in January 2022

      Exceptional”

      Daiana receptionist she is very helpful and great manners

      Reviewed January 31, 2022

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      8.4
      Excellent
      Chantel from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
      Stayed 5 nights in June 2022

      Value for money”

      The stay was great and it was comfortable and clean considering the fee.

      Reviewed June 19, 2022

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Menzi from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Eight-bed Dormitory
      Stayed 2 nights in April 2022

      Exceptional”

      Friendly staff, decent location.

      Reviewed April 09, 2022

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      8.8
      Excellent
      Welmarie from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Eight-bed Dormitory
      Stayed 1 night in April 2021

      Nice stay”

      The vibe was awesome, Lance is such a sweetheart, making my stay worth while!

      Reviewed April 30, 2021

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      8.8
      Excellent
      Lumka from South Africa
      Family with teens
      1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
      Stayed 3 nights in June 2021

      Excellent”

      I like the location and friendly staff.

      Reviewed June 21, 2021

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      8.4
      Excellent
      Chris from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Quad Room
      Stayed 1 night in September 2021

      Great Stay”

      This place is always a favourite!

      Reviewed February 07, 2022

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      8.0
      Excellent
      Therence from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Eight-bed Dormitory
      Stayed 2 nights in October 2022

      Very good”

      It's a good place to be nice

      Reviewed October 10, 2022

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      7.2
      Very good
      Micheal from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Eight-bed Dormitory
      Stayed 9 nights in August 2022

      Very good”

      Quite a good place with friendly staff

      Reviewed August 21, 2022

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      6.8
      Good
      Lutho from South Africa
      Couple
      Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in May 2022

      Improvement ”

      The place could improve and get a make over because it is old

      Reviewed May 07, 2022

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      5.2
      Lahiya from Namibia
      Solo traveler
      1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
      Stayed 1 night in December 2022

      Travelers best places ”

      This is the best time to visit places

      Reviewed December 21, 2022

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      5.6
      Lili from South Africa
      Business traveler
      1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
      Stayed 1 night in June 2022

      No hot water”

      All good but please sort out the geyser issue. Cold shower is not ideal in winter

      Reviewed June 05, 2022

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      5.2
      Michael from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Eight-bed Dormitory
      Stayed 1 night in June 2022

      A little noisy but okay”

      It’s relatively okay and the front desk lady is very friendly. I would stay there again no doubt

      Reviewed June 15, 2022

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      4.0
      Kareen from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Family Room
      Stayed 1 night in August 2022

      Kimberley backpackers no go zone”

      I felt unsafe alot of sexual remarks thrown to me drunks and drugs..scary.

      Reviewed August 05, 2022

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      3.2
      Aurin from South Africa
      Couple
      Family Room
      Stayed 1 night in June 2022

      NEVER AGAIN!!!!!”

      From check in to check out, although the backpacker Manager was nice to us and we appreciate it for but as a couple when we addressed our situation with the manager no sorry no nothing. as Guests of the backpackers look after make them feel comfortable. just for them to return again for experience.

      Reviewed June 26, 2022

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      2.8
      Helen from South Africa
      Business traveler
      Eight-bed Dormitory
      Stayed 1 night in August 2022

      Kimberly hotel is a NO NO”

      Staff treat you like you nothing, absolute no customer service. No hot water for shower, no or little internet and there free included breakfast well that doesnt exist of your name is not on the list yet you have paid for it. I'l never step foot in there again. That establishment has a wishlist to close business.

      Reviewed August 28, 2022

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      2.4
      Duwyne from South Africa
      Couple
      Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in October 2022

      Disaster. ”

      We arrived to check in and we were told that we would be upgraded to a different room cause the one we booked had people in it already. Paid deposit for the key and we were greeted by people that were already in the room we had just been upgraded too. We were offered to go to their other venue in Milnerton but we refused as we were looking to stay in town as we had an event in town. A room was sorted for us later the evening and we just had to collect the key upon our return. We never received the welcome drinks nor breakfast that was included when the booking was made. So it's a big No for a next time and this coming from people that always went to Kimberly hotel on weekends.

      Reviewed October 04, 2022

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