Luxury Hotel
South Africa

Ellerman House
Cape Town

Ellerman House, Cape Town, South Africa

Highlights

  • Stunning Location: Nestled in the prestigious Bantry Bay, Ellerman House offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and provides a serene escape just minutes from Cape Town’s vibrant city centre.
  • Luxurious Accommodations: The hotel features elegantly appointed rooms and suites, each uniquely decorated with fine furnishings and contemporary art, ensuring a luxurious and comfortable stay.
  • Exclusive Art Collection: Ellerman House boasts an extensive private art collection, showcasing works by prominent South African artists. Guests can explore the on-site gallery, which offers a deep dive into the region’s rich artistic heritage.
  • Gourmet Dining: The hotel offers world-class dining experiences with a focus on locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy expertly crafted meals paired with wines from the extensive cellar, ensuring a culinary journey that reflects the best of South African cuisine.
  • Impressive Wine Collection: Ellerman House’s wine gallery features a curated selection of South Africa’s finest wines. Guests can enjoy tastings and learn about the country’s renowned wine regions.
  • Wellness and Relaxation: The hotel’s spa offers a range of treatments designed to rejuvenate and relax. The wellness centre includes a fitness studio, sauna, and steam room, ensuring a holistic approach to wellbeing.
  • BMW Chauffeur Service: Ellerman House has its own bespoke BMW 7-series for guests, allowing for stylish and convenient transportation for exploring Cape Town and its surroundings.
  • Exclusive Adventures with White Desert: The hotel has a unique partnership with White Desert, offering exclusive, bespoke travel experiences to Antarctica. This collaboration allows guests to extend their adventure beyond Africa, creating unforgettable memories. Please ask us for more details.
  • Villas: Ideal for family and friends, there are two villas offering a private, spacious retreat with stunning views, luxurious amenities, and dedicated staff. These exclusive villas ensure a perfect setting for groups seeking privacy and comfort. Villa One features five bedrooms, including two deluxe spa rooms on the ground level. Villa Two is smaller with three bedrooms, infinity pool, cinema room, terrace and open-plan living.

Good to know

How to get there

Ellerman House is 16 miles from Cape Town airport, the journey takes between 25 and 30 minutes by car.

Are children welcome?

Children aged 14 and older are welcome at Ellerman House, while children of all ages are welcome at Ellerman House Villas, which include Villa One and Villa Two. These villas provide a family-friendly environment with spacious accommodations and luxurious amenities, making them ideal for families travelling with younger children.

Giving back

Ellerman House in Cape Town is committed to sustainability through a variety of initiatives that minimise environmental impact and support local communities. Here are the key components of their sustainability program:

  1. Energy Efficiency: The property uses energy-efficient lighting and promotes reduced energy consumption throughout its operations.
  2. Water Conservation: Given South Africa’s dry climate, Ellerman House has implemented water-saving measures such as low-flow faucets to conserve water.
  3. Waste Reduction: The hotel minimises single-use plastics by using biodegradable alternatives and encourages waste reduction through composting food waste and donating surplus food.
  4. Eco-Friendly Products: Eco-friendly cleaning products are used, and rooms are stocked with biodegradable shampoo and soap.
  5. Local Sourcing: Dining services focus on locally sourced and seasonal produce, supporting local farmers and reducing the carbon footprint associated with food transportation.
  6. Community Engagement: Ellerman House hires locally, pays fair wages, and sources from local businesses. They train staff in sustainability best practices and local cultural heritage.
  7. Electric Vehicle Support: Charging stations for electric vehicles are available, promoting greener transportation options.
  8. Sustainability Champions: Appointed Sustainability Champions coordinate and implement sustainable practices throughout the hotel.

Additionally, Ellerman House supports Click Foundation, a charity focused on addressing early childhood literacy in South Africa. This involvement highlights their commitment to making a positive social impact alongside their environmental efforts.

What's nearby?

Ellerman House in Cape Town is ideally situated near several notable attractions and activities:

  1. Clifton Beaches: These stunning beaches are just a short distance away, perfect for a relaxing day by the sea.
  2. Table Mountain: Accessible via a cable car, this iconic landmark offers hiking trails and panoramic views of Cape Town.
  3. V&A Waterfront: A vibrant area with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, located about 10 minutes by car from the hotel.
  4. Robben Island: A historic site and former prison where Nelson Mandela was held, reachable by ferry from the V&A Waterfront.
  5. Camps Bay: Known for its beautiful beach and lively promenade, it’s a great spot for dining and nightlife.
  6. Lion’s Head: Popular for hiking and paragliding, offering spectacular views of the city and ocean.

Why we love Ellerman House

It’s hard to imagine anywhere as lavish as Ellerman House, it truly is the epitome of suave sophistication, and yet the work they do behind the scenes to support their staff and the local community is truly amazing. Staying here really does help change lives.

Aisha Gross 230 Round
Aisha Gross

Specialises in

Africa and the Indian Ocean

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