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Compass House

154 Kloof Road, Bantry Bay 8005, South Africa
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Austin, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

My boyfriend and I stayed here at the end of our three week stay in Africa. We had jumped around a lot to hotels and lodges so Compass House was a nice break to the typical hotel setting. The house is glorious, view and sunset with Lions head in the back is perfect. They bake these crazy French croissants fresh... More

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Fort McMurray, Canada
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12 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

If you're looking for a quiet, small boutique hotel than this is the place for you. The location is ideal for exploring Cape Town and Camps Bay and has the most amazing views of the ocean from your patio doors. My boyfriend and I stayed here for 2 nights and found it to be very relaxing and romantic...a shame the... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Both the interior and exterior design of this hotel were outstanding. The manager of the hotel was a great help in recommending places for us to visit which we would not have found on our own. He also went the extra mile by calling restaurants ahead of our arrival ensuring we were looked after. If you are looking for a... More

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Lausanne, Switzerland
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16 reviews 16 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Not enough can be said about this wonderful guesthouse. The views, breakfast and staff are all wonderful. Rudolph loved surprising us with dinner reservations to some of his favorite places. The guest house itself is beautifully decorated and has cool lighting and sound systems. You are easy taxi ride to table mountain and the V&A. I will stay here again... More

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London, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We arrived here after being on Safari in the Kruger and the first thing you notice at Compass House is the wonderful (and genuine) hospitality shown from Olivier, Rudolph and their housekeeping staff. I would and have recommended this place to many an associate - and only wished we'd stayed there for 3 more nights instead of going to the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013 via mobile

Beautiful boutique hotel, peaceful, amazing view, attention to detail and wonderful hospitality from Olivier, Rudolph and housekeeping staff. The house is luxurious and beautifully decorated, the rooms were spacious with plenty of storage and a comfy bed and kept immaculately clean. The pool and deck area is lovely as are the communal areas in the house, which we seemed to... More

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Frankfurt, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

Arriving at Compass House, nestled below Lion's head you can relax next to a 20m pool facing the Atlantic ocean in Bantry Bay with not a breath of wind. Enjoy an excellent buffet of breakfast European style with Swiss cheeses, local South African preserves, fresh seasonal fruit and more. A space of pure relaxing interior and spacious rooms while feeling... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

Upon on arriving at Compass House after a long and arduous flight from London and being greeted by Rudolph (who is a true asset to the place) with a couple of glasses of bubbly, we knew we were in for a very special time in our lives. After dropping of the suitcases in our room and heading down to the... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

Our one week stay at Compass house was very pleasant. The house is ideally located at Bantry Bay, not far from Cape Town centre. Brathtaking view on the atlantic. The owner, Olivier, and his adlatus, Rudolf, are managing the house in a perfect way. They are very friendly and helpful. The pool is excellent, and has the right size for... More

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Seoul, South Korea
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2012 via mobile

It was a first time visiting SA and Cape Town and I'm glad that we stayed at Compass House. Its' interior reminds me of Swiss style, relaxing and luxurious but minimal. The location of Hotel is above hill side so it's got open ocean view with beautiful sunset. I loved break fast setting there, eg. five different kind of honey.... More

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Additional Information about Compass House

Also Known As:
Compass House Hotel Bantry Bay
Compass House Hotel
Compass House Cape Town/Bantry Bay
Address: 154 Kloof Road, Bantry Bay 8005, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Bantry Bay
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#1 On the Beach Hotels in Bantry Bay
#2 Romantic Hotels in Bantry Bay
Price range (per night): INR9,053 - 55,374
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Compass House, perfectly positioned on the shores of the Atlantic Seaboard, promises its guests the ultimate in style and comfort. Located in Bantry Bay, just two minutes from the beach-front and ten minutes away from the city center, guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the ocean from every room. Compass House enjoys a warm atmosphere with a fusion of interior design styles, blending the best of Mediterranean, Asian and African flavors and has wooden floors throughout. A large swimming pool and patio lend themselves brilliantly for daytime relaxation and witnessing the beautifully blissful South African sunset. ... more   less 
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