We thought this place offered great value. The staff was very helpful. My wife and I were in one of their suite rooms and my parents were in another. Both were very nice. The suite locations were quiet though I could see that some of the rooms might be noisier if facing towards the restaurants on the block. The location... More

We stayed at the Hippo on our Honeymoon and we couldn't recommend it enough. It's central location gives you ease of access to all of the sites including Table Mountain and the V&A as well as all the local bars and restaurants on Long Street. The staff are what truly makes the hotel special Wanda, Fiona etc couldn't be more... More

we stayed at the Hippo for a few days a couple of weeks ago and had a great time. The room was large and clean. Nice bathroom. It was quiet and the staff was helpful. the only bad thing would be the pool area.. it could do with some improvement. we tried one of the restaurants downstairs, GREEN and it... More

There isn't much else I can add to what the others reviewers had to say - the location is very central, the rooms are large and well appointed, the staff very friendly and helpful. Loved having a coffee maker,small refrigerator and computer in the room! We also loved having the choice of restaurants on our doorstep but please note that... More

What a lovely olace to have a stay. It has 4/5 restaurants literally on it's doorstep, Mexican, Japanese, Pizzeria, mainstream and Ricks American cafe with Moroccan food as well. The rooms are light, large are beautifully appointed.You have access to your own in room PC as well as a satellite TV and music centre. You are 30 mins from the... More

We stayed at hippo for a couple days and had a great stay! staff is very nice and helpful! Rooms and spacious and clean! Location was very good, you can easily walk into the city bowl but there are also a few nice bars, restaurants and breakfast spots around the corner. Would def go back! More

I stayed at the hippo while on a business trip. The room was very modern and spacious with the largest most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. It's located close to plenty of bars and restaurants. The room had wifi and tea making facilities. It was extremely clean and well kept. The room was turned down every day and... More

Nice spacious rooms. The hotel is in a busy part of the city so when the bars close late at night it can get quite noisy. Everything was very clean. There lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Free wifi was a plus. I loved the minimalist decor of the rooms which were simple yet comfortable. More

We stayed at the Hippo over New years and the setting was pefect. It's in a fun neighbohood where there are shops and restaurants all around. Service was vey good and the hotel was very nice. Spacious rooms and nice decor. Very clean hotel! The food at the restaurant was vey good... We would go back anytime. Pefect for a... More