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Ellerman House

Rialto Score 9.5+

A Relais And Chateaux hotel. Rialto is a Virtuoso agency: book this hotel direct at the VIP rate for benefits that can include priority room upgrades, hotel credits, and more.

Situated in the heart of Bantry Bay (one of Cape Town’s most exclusive neighborhoods), Ellerman House, Member of Relais & Châteaux, is an elegant mansion just ten minutes away from the city center and within walking distance of Clifton and Camps Bay beaches. Whether you choose the luxurious atmosphere of Ellerman House or the modern-art-gallery style of its two three-bedroom villas, you will fall under the spell of an address that lets you relish all the pleasures of Cape Town. Enjoy dining on gourmet cuisine, tasting fine vintage wines, and surveying the impressive private art collection; plus, the ocean view is spectacular!

180 Kloof Road, Bantry Bay, 8060 Cape Town, South Africa
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Ellerman House

About Ellerman House

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The art collection is outstanding, capturing the true spirit of South African art and exploring the cultural and social shifts of South Africa's evolution. –Limor Decter New York, New York

In the hotel’s own words

With 13 rooms and suites, two ultra-modern villas and a tranquil spa, Ellerman House is the quintessential urban retreat for discerning luxury travellers wanting complete exclusivity and privacy in Cape Town. Located in Bantry Bay, the hotel offers spectacular Atlantic Ocean views and easy access to beaches and local attractions. Highlights include the owner’s extensive South African art collection and the Ellerman House Wine Gallery, offering an interactive wine experience amid a vast collection of South African vintage wines. Modern, locally inspired cuisine, generous-hearted hospitality and a tailor-made concierge service enhance a world-class guest experience that remains authentically South African.

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  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • 10% discount on first spa treatment at EH Spa
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability

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Rooms and suites

9 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Classic House Room (1 room)
This classically-styled room is elegantly decorated in warm shades of grey and charcoal. It is the perfect option for luxury accommodation in Cape Town. This room has no terrace with no ocean view. · Inclusions: En-suite bathroom, satellite TV, air conditioning & heated floor. Uncapped wireless internet access.
323 ft²
2Superior House Room (1 room)
The majestic bay window in this room demands attention and immediately draws your eye towards the uninterrupted ocean view. The room offers cosy luxury at our boutique hotel in Bantry Bay, combining both classic elegance and warm intimacy. · Inclusions: En-suite bathroom, satellite TV, air conditioning & heated floor.
323 ft²
3Deluxe House Rooms (7 rooms)
These spacious rooms are a traveller's dream with double doors opening onto a private terrace. Each room is uniquely decorated and boasts spectacular views of the indigenous garden and the Atlantic Ocean. The room and our luxury Cape Town hotel is a space you can breathe and relax in all day.
Members only
4Deluxe Spa Rooms (2 rooms)
Situated at the Ellerman House Spa, the Deluxe Spa Rooms are stylishly decorated and feature a shared pool between these two rooms. Feel the relaxation of a world-class spa as you simply lounge in this luxurious space. · Inclusions: En-suite bathroom, satellite TV, air conditioning & heated floor.
Members only
Suites
Size
5Ellerman House Suites (2 rooms)
The Ellerman House Suites are the epitome of luxury and comfort and showcase some of South Africa’s prized paintings and sculptures. You can have dinner or a drink with friends in the suites while feeling completely at home.
Members only
Villas
Size
6Ellerman Villa One - 3 bedroom option
Featuring sophisticated minimalist décor complemented by original art, Villa One comprises a formal lounge, TV lounge, dining room, contemporary kitchen, and study, spacious outdoor deck area and an infinity pool.
Members only
7Ellerman Villa - 5 bedroom option
Featuring sophisticated minimalist décor complemented by original art, Villa One comprises a formal lounge, TV lounge, dining room, and study, spacious outdoor deck area and an infinity pool.
Members only
8Ellerman Villa One, exclusive use of Spa
Modern architecture and a breathtaking location with beautiful Atlantic Ocean views define Ellerman House’s exclusive accommodation. Complete privacy of the spa area, including five bedrooms, the double spa treatment room, one spa therapist and all spa treatments.
Members only
9Ellerman House Villa Two
Designed with the discerning luxury traveller in mind, ideally suited to families or groups of friends.
Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two comes with every stay at this hotel - which could add $50-100/day in value, not counting any other VIP program benefits like room upgrades.

What Virtuoso amenities does Ellerman House include?

Booked through Rialto, a stay at Ellerman House includes Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability; Daily breakfast for two per bedroom; 10% discount on first spa treatment at EH Spa; Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability.

What room types does Ellerman House offer?

Ellerman House lists Classic House Room (1 room), Superior House Room (1 room), Deluxe House Rooms (7 rooms), Deluxe Spa Rooms (2 rooms), Ellerman House Suites (2 rooms), Ellerman Villa One - 3 bedroom option and 3 more. Sizes and bed options for each are in the rooms table above.

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Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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