Kloof Street Hotel Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

We stumbled across this hotel's restaurant by chance and are so glad we decided to pop in for dinner. The pizza was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavourful, and perfectly made. The cheesecake? Melt-in-your-mouth good! But the real cherry on top was the atmosphere. Dan and his friend brought the place to life with great music — a smooth mix of R&B, soul, and jazz — that had everyone grooving at their tables. Such a fun, feel-good energy! We’ll definitely be back for one of their jazz evenings. Loved every moment!

Amazing Stay at Kloofstraat Hotel – Highly Recommended! I recently stayed at Kloofstraat Hotel in Cape Town for my birthday weekend, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, everything was top-notch. The food was absolutely out of this world – I’ve never tasted anything so delicious. The accommodation was equally memorable, offering a comfortable and welcoming environment that made me feel right at home. The staff went above and beyond to ensure my stay was perfect. They were incredibly helpful and attentive, always willing to assist with anything I needed. A truly special touch was the surprise I received for my birthday – a complimentary cake delivered to my room with a beautiful design that read “Happy Birthday” It made my celebration even more wonderful! If you’re looking for a place to stay in Cape Town, I can’t recommend Kloofstraat Hotel enough. The combination of excellent food, friendly staff, and thoughtful surprises made my birthday weekend exceptional.

I’ve stayed at Kloof Street Hotel several times over the years, but this most recent visit will be my last. The hotel has gradually declined and no longer offers good value or comfort, especially for longer stays. I booked an economy room for 10 nights. The space was incredibly small, just slightly wider than the bed itself, and only accessible from one side. Soundproofing is practically non-existent. You can hear your neighbours moving around, opening their blinds (which have noisy chains), and even staff conversations echoing down the corridor from as early as 07:30. The hard laminate flooring and thin industrial-style hallway carpets make it even worse. Basic amenities were poorly maintained. Only two coffee pods were provided, with no replenishment. The bathroom basin was tiny, the towels were thin and small, and the in-room safe was awkwardly mounted on the floor, requiring you to kneel to use it. Cleaning was slow, occupied rooms are cleaned only after vacated ones, meaning I often returned from a morning out to find mine untouched. Breakfast was included but disappointing. While the cold selection was good, the hot buffet was almost always cold. Despite mentioning this to staff, nothing changed. I had dinner once, the oxtail was inedible and the lamb shank only slightly better. Both tasted like they'd been microwaved. On the plus side, some of the restaurant staff were genuinely friendly, and I appreciated the one waitress who remembered my coffee preferences each morning. However, this was not enough to outweigh the hotel’s overall shortcomings. After four nights, I moved to another hotel but continued using the breakfast and paid-for parking for the rest of the booking. Incidentally, parking charges have increased by 40%, from R100 to R140 per night, payable upfront. Disappointing and frustrating overall. I won’t be staying again.