Ezard House Cape Town Named to Hot List

Published: February 23, 2009 / LuxuryTravelMagazine.com

Situated high up against Table Mountain, overlooking the Cote D'Azur of Cape Town, is where you'll find Ezard House!

Named in Condé Nast's "Hot List", this 5-star boutique hotel offers you an experience that will exceed your expectations. A stay at Ezard House, a 'true' boutique hotel in every sense of the word, fitted with exquisite finishes, attention to detail, international standard cuisine and the best of South African Wines, will make your visit to Cape Town one to remember. The views over Camps Bay, from its numerous balconies, will take your breath away and being situated between the wild Fynbos and the cool Atlantic Ocean, you won't find a better location.

Ezard House's 10 beautiful and luxuriously appointed suites are situated within a peaceful yet sophisticated environment, complete with indoor and outdoor koi ponds and a grand piano that plays itself. Ezard House's unique charm and personal, yet discreet service will make you feel at home whilst being pampered and spoiled at the same time.

Everything in this hotel says 'quality' – not in an overt way but in a thoughtful and understated manner. From the 300 thread-count percale cotton linen with goose down duvets and pillows (including a pillow library), to the silk blankets and Villeroy and Boch crockery - no detail goes unnoticed. The intimate restaurant (open to hotel guests only) even offers a bespoke service where you can, in consultation with the in-house chefs, design your own menu. This, coupled with the best South African Wines, undoubtedly ensures an unforgettable experience.

Aside from the great quality, Ezard House also offers a wealth of unexpected extras. This hotel is all about attention to detail... Small touches such as having a range of international plug sockets in the rooms to ensure that guests do not have to worry about whether their equipment will work, are what makes this hotel special. Apart from that, all the suites at Ezard House are fully air-conditioned, with under-floor heating, satellite TV and DVD, ISDN/ADSL data ports, fridges and a choice of large balconies with either sea, garden or mountain views. Most rooms also have their own Jacuzzi baths and walk-in closets and the comfortable patio furniture on the balconies enable you to enjoy the magnificent Camps Bay views from the privacy of your own suite. Alternatively you can sit and relax in the rooftop Jacuzzi with a glass of bubbly, enjoying a beautiful Camps Bay sunset.

Although tucked away in a private paradise of peace and serenity, this luxury 5-star hotel is just a few minutes from the lively, cosmopolitan city centre of Cape Town. The vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a vast selection of shops, nightclubs, theatres, art galleries and the best restaurants in town are only 10 minutes away. Just a stones throw away however, is trendy Camps Bay's Victoria Road, which runs along the superb, golden, beach, and sports many trendy beach bars and eateries. Only 40 minutes away, are the Cape Winelands and Cape Point - the historic tip of Africa and with the hotel supplying the best directions in town, you're sure to always drive into a view.

But it is the guests that have had the pleasure of staying at Ezard House that are its best ambassadors. Small touches like complimentary airport transfers, fresh fruit skewers served twice daily at the pool, iced facecloths to cool down with when guests are relaxing at the pool on a hot summers day, and the complimentary sunset canapés accompanied by a glass of fine local wine, are some of the unexpected surprises that guests rave about. It is clear that the main differentiator of Ezard House is its people. Any comment you read about this hotel is full of praise for the staff - no doubt stemming from the fact that they really do want their guests to have a carefree and wonderful experience of Cape Town. Their unique 'Feel at Home' philosophy draws guests by offering the utmost in high style and first class cuisine with warm and caring service – everything you would expect in a beautiful home. And the fact that A-list celebrities like Nicolas Cage have called it home, of course, further adds to its 'it' factor.

To experience Ezard House's extraordinary hospitality and great views, you can contact them on +27-21-438 6687, email them on info@ezardhouse.com, or visit their website at www.ezardhouse.com