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The Colony
12 Brownlow Road (Cape Town) 8001

The Colony
Housed in a Victorian villa, this guest house boasts magnificent views of Table Mountain and offers luxurious accommodation in the centre of Cape Town. Close to both Camps Bay and Clifton Beach, The Colony provides guests with 6 spacious suites to choose from. Each of the stylish units is individually furnished and has a distinctive African theme. Check your mails for free in the comfort of your suite or while sunbathing next to the pool. Meals can be prepared in the fully equipped kitchen, with breakfast served upon request. The Colony also has a private bar, ideal for sundowners after a day of sightseeing. Read a book in front of the fireplace or stroll through the garden. The Colony also features a terrace from which you take in the surroundings.
Score from 47 reviews
Exceptional 8.5/10
Rooms: 6   calendar  (Search)
Address: 12 Brownlow Road, Cape Town 8001  map (Map)

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What people say

great breakfast, friendly staff, good location and access to shops and facilities. Lovely setting, beautifully decorated. The room was fabulous with great views. Very spacious bathroom too. Security accessibility.

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The Colony Room information

Room Type Max from
Suite 1 - Honeymoon Suite
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2
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ZAR 530.00
Spacious guest room with private patio from which you have great Table Mountain views. The marble tiled bathroom offer a free standing spa bath and walk-in shower.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Radio, Patio, Minibar, Jacuzzi/Whirlpool, Jacuzzi, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), CD Player, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath or Shower, Bath

Suite 2 - Lion Suite
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2
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ZAR 470.00
Spacious guest room which can sleep 3 guests in either a king size bed and a sleeper couch or twin beds. The marble tiled bathroom offers a spa bath with shower.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Radio, Minibar, Jacuzzi/Whirlpool, Jacuzzi, Ironing Facilities, Heating, Hairdryer, Fax, Fan, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath or Shower, Bath

Suite 3 - Lions Head Suite
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2
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ZAR 500.00
Lovely guest room on first floor with small balcony from which you have great City and Table Mountain views. The marble tiled bathroom offer a spa bath with shower.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Radio, Minibar, Jacuzzi/Whirlpool, Jacuzzi, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath or Shower, Bath, Balcony, Air Conditioning

Suite 4 - Table Mountain Suite
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2
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ZAR 520.00
Spacious guest room with large balcony from which you have great City and Table Mountain views. The marble tiled bathroom offers a spa bath with shower facility.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Radio, Minibar, Jacuzzi/Whirlpool, Jacuzzi, Heating, Hairdryer, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath or Shower, Bath, Balcony, Air Conditioning

SIgnal Hill Budget Double Room
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2
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ZAR 450.00
Features a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Air Conditioning

Suite 6 - Terrace Room
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2
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ZAR 460.00
Consisting of two rooms connected by a spiral staircase this suite offers a downstairs study, a queen-size upstairs bedroom and access to a private terrace. This room can accommodate one extra bed at an additional charge.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Slippers, Shower, Seating Area, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Minibar, Jacuzzi, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), DVD Player, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Balcony, Air Conditioning

Amenities at The Colony

Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Tour Desk, Shuttle Service (surcharge), Laundry, Ironing Service, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access, Fax/Photocopying, Airport Shuttle
General
Terrace, Sun Terrace, Safety Deposit Box, Parking , Non-Smoking Rooms, Newspapers, Heating, Gay Friendly, Garden, Free Parking, Design Hotel, Bar, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Activities
Outdoor Swimming Pool (all year), Outdoor Swimming Pool, BBQ Facilities

Travelling information

By car:
- Arriving at the airport, take the N2 in the direction of the city centre
and Sea Point.
- Once the motorway ends near the Convention Centre, continue
straight ahead in the direction of Table Mountain (Buitengracht – M62).
- Follow the signs directing you to the Cable Car and Camps Bay.
- Continue on this road, crossing 6 sets of traffic lights in the process.
- Once the road splits (and becomes Kloof Nek Road), take the first
road to your right (Milner Road).
- While the road climbs steeply, pass 3 side streets.
- At the 4th junction, turn left onto Brownload Road.
- The guest house is after 100 metres, on your right-hand side.

The Colony Policies

Check-in
13:00 - 00:00
Check-out
07:00 - 11:00
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, 20 percent of the first night will be charged.
If cancelled up to 20 days before date of arrival, 30 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 10 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy
50 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
14 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
1 % city/tourist tax per person per night is included.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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