The Cellars Hohenort Hotel, Cape TownThe Cellars Hohenort Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 19 of 164 hotels we score in Cape Town. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 4.3, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.3. Rooms from about $289 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Cellars Hohenort Hotel is a five-star property situated in the Constantia Valley on the slopes of Table Mountain. Originally built in 1693 and renovated in 2008, the hotel sits within nine acres of gardens. It offers 51 rooms and suites featuring antique furnishings and original artworks. Guests can access an on-site restaurant, a spa, tennis courts, and outdoor swimming pools. The hotel accommodates families and pets, providing a quiet setting near local vineyards. While the property offers extensive leisure facilities, the gym is limited in quality. It suits travellers seeking a traditional atmosphere with modern amenities in a vineyard setting.What stands out

Nine acres of manicured gardens

On-site tennis courts and spa

Pet friendly accommodation

Award winning restaurant

Watch out for

Mediocre gym facilities

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