Fodor's Expert Review The Three Boutique Hotel

On a quiet street in leafy Oranjezicht, this midsize boutique hotel has spacious, contemporary rooms laid out on two floors around a lovely courtyard in a beautifully restored old building. Public spaces are somewhat limited, with the breakfast room/bar, courtyard and pool all on the small side. The best public feature is probably the roof deck area with stunning views of Table Mountain and the city, though in summer the wind may keep you downstairs.

For history buffs, the lovely old building has considerably pedigree. Formerly known as "Schoonder Sigt" (beautiful view), in the 1770s it was one of the most well-known manors in Cape Town and owned and occupied by the Commandant of the Castle, General Robert J. Gordon, who mapped huge parts of South Africa.

room

The light, modern and elegant rooms have thick cozy throws and plenty of amenities - universal power outlets, Nespresso machines, work desks and air-conditioning/heating - to make your staff comfortable.

bathroom

Bathroom amenities include high-quality linens and robes and great bath products (a designer biodegradable line). Plus, some of the bathrooms have huge freestanding tubs.

lobby

The hotel's small reception, with stone walls, is staffed by a really helpful, relaxed team. There is some free parking.

dining

Breakfast is delicious, with a buffet and hot options as well as tasty smoothies.

drinking

The hotel operates an honesty bar system in the small public area (and for guests to take outside or onto the deck).