Ellerman House Hotel - Cape Town

5-star adults-only boutique hotel with largest private South African art collection

Art & Wine

Ellerman House Hotel Cape Town displays the largest private South African art collection in the country, with works visible in every room and a dedicated on-site art gallery. The wine cellar holds over 9000 bottles of South African wines, preserved with specialized technology to maintain vintage quality. Ellerman House also offers private wine tastings and guided tours of the art collection for all guests.

Rooms & Suites

Ellerman House offers 11 individually decorated rooms, each with classic furnishings and a private balcony or terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Every room includes satellite TV, a safe, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The Ellerman House suites provide spacious living areas and panoramic views of Lion's Head and the ocean.

Dining

The Ellerman House restaurant, OneEighty, serves breakfast daily and offers a menu influenced by Cape Malay spices, fresh organic fruit, and seasonal vegetables. Guests can dine on the terrace overlooking the pool and Atlantic Ocean, with evening cocktails and canapés available at the bar. The hotel also features a guest pantry stocked with freshly baked cakes and snacks available around the clock.

Wellness & Recreation

The spa at Ellerman House includes a sauna, steam room, and a selection of treatments such as full-body massage, facial treatments, and body scrubs. An outdoor swimming pool heated year-round sits in the garden with sun loungers and umbrellas. The fitness centre offers a state-of-the-art gym with ocean views, plus yoga classes and personal training sessions.

Location

Ellerman House is perched on the slopes of Lion's Head in Bantry Bay, with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel provides a complimentary airport shuttle and offers car hire for exploring nearby attractions such as Table Mountain, V&A Waterfront, and Clifton beaches. A 500-step walk from the property leads directly to Clifton beach.

• Art collection: Largest private South African art collection displayed throughout hotel
• Wine cellar: 9000 bottles with unique vintages and preservation technology
• Private villas: Exclusive-use villas with dedicated private chefs
• Spa: Sauna, steam room, and full-body massage treatments
• Complimentary airport shuttle: For all guests
• Adults only: 11-room boutique hotel for ages 18+