Derwent House in Cape Town

Each air-conditioned room at Derwent House is uniquely decorated with local African art and contemporary style. All rooms include a flat-screen TV with DVD player, private bathroom with bathrobe, slippers, and amenities. Some rooms offer views of Table Mountain. A self-catering studio apartment is available in the adjacent building, featuring a full kitchen. All rooms come with tea and coffee making facilities.

A complimentary breakfast includes a buffet of pastries, yogurts, and fruits, plus made-to-order hot dishes like smoked trout with scrambled eggs. Free tea, coffee, and homemade cake are served daily on the sun deck or in the bar. In the evening, guests can enjoy a glass of port or sherry by the fireplace. The honesty bar offers South African wines, gin, beer, and soft drinks.

Derwent House features an outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub, both overlooking Table Mountain. The sun deck is equipped with loungers and umbrellas, and guests can also relax in the shared lounge or on the terrace. The property is powered by a full solar backup system, so it is not affected by power outages.

The hotel is a 2-minute walk from Kloof Street, which has a wide variety of restaurants and shops. It is an 8-minute drive from the Table Mountain cable car, and the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre, and beaches are a 15-minute drive away. The area feels safe for walking during the day and evening.

The 24-hour reception staff can arrange airport shuttles (Cape Town International Airport is a 20-minute drive away), book massages, and recommend tours and dinner reservations. The hotel also offers laundry and dry cleaning services. Free fiber-optic WiFi is available throughout the property.