GORGEOUS GEORGE BY DESIGN HOTELS ™, Cape Town – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Gorgeous George offers 32 rooms blending industrial design with modern Victorian elements. Studio rooms feature extra-length king beds, 43-inch Smart TVs, and separate bathrooms with walk-in rain showers. One-bedroom suites include separate lounges with 55-inch Smart TVs. Two-bedroom suites span 72m² with king and queen beds, two en-suite bathrooms (one with free-standing bath), and Smart TVs in all rooms. The penthouse on the 9th floor has three bedrooms, two en-suite bathrooms, two balconies, and a kitchen. All rooms include Marshall Bluetooth speakers, minibars with local products, and custom-designed Gregor Jenkin stainless steel basins.
Dining at Gigi
Gigi Rooftop serves modern classics with a twist, focusing on sustainable ingredients like free-range eggs, artisanal cheese, and line-caught fish. The restaurant operates from the 6th floor with conservatory-style seating and outdoor deck space. Room service is available until 11:00 PM from the Gigi menu. Breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM on the 6th floor. The rooftop bar offers cocktails crafted by in-house mixologists with views of Table Mountain and the city.
Leisure & Facilities
The hotel features a rooftop plunge pool on a raised deck with porthole windows framing city views. The White Room event space includes a fully equipped kitchen and bar. In-room treatments include hand and foot massages, facials, and spa packages. Activities like shark cage diving in Hermanus, whale watching in Gansbaai, and Peninsula tours can be arranged. The lobby on the 1st floor functions as a social space with art displays and music.
Location & Access
Gorgeous George is in Cape Town CBD, beneath Table Mountain. It is 0.5 km from St George's Cathedral and Greenmarket Square, 1 km from the Cape Town International Convention Centre and South African National Gallery, 1.5 km from Iziko South African Museum, and 2 km from Cape Town Stadium and Two Oceans Aquarium. Guest parking is available on Longmarket Street with valet service. The Company Gardens and Thibault Square with local vendors are within walking distance.
Services & Amenities
Direct bookings include breakfast, free in-house laundry, overnight valet parking, and gym access. Room service operates until 11:00 PM. Daily housekeeping provides evening turndown service with ice delivery. The hotel offers yoga kits, gym packs, and ironing boards on request. Meeting and event spaces feature high-spec AV equipment including a 5000-lumen projector. The Pink Room is available for intimate weddings. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi covers all rooms and public areas.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel offers spacious, well-equipped, and very clean rooms that feel like a home away from home. The service is warm and accommodating, enhancing the boutique hotel experience. The location is central but may raise safety concerns, while the dining experience is out of this world. The hotel's facilities are top-notch, ensuring a comfortable stay.
My stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic! The rooms were not ready until 16:30, but once we got in, they had everything we needed and more, making me feel like it was my home away from home. The value for money was amazing.
I truly enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious, well thought out, and had everything we needed and more. The service was outstanding, and the style of the hotel added to the overall experience. The location was very comfortable, clean, and had a fantastic vibe. The dining experience was rich and tasty, truly like pieces of art. Overall, a great place to stay!
