Hippo Pod
Thibault House, 1 St Georges Mall, 8001 South Africa
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Thibault House, 1 St Georges Mall, 8001 South Africa
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Great for walkers
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I booked a night at Hippo Pod and was shocked. Amy the reservationist never answered the phone when I wanted to enquire about parking possibilities. The chap at reception was poorly trained. The rooms in reality do not look like the website, the place is dirty, people smoke in the rooms and pods are not lockable as per the description on the website. The website promoted false advertisement. I had to upgrade at my own cost into a double private room, where bedside lamps had no bulbs. Common areas dirty with eaten chicken bones everywhere. Was pleased to leave following morning.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Room Tip: Rather book something else to be honest
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The hostel has a good location, however its difficult to locate when you first arrive. There was a problem with our reservation when we arrived as we booked for 3 people and were only given 1 bed (I never knew if it was the hostels fault or hotels.com problem).
The hostel was clean, however the lockers were difficult to use. The pictures look much better than the reality. The bunks have tv and people may leave it on during night making it difficult to sleep
Staff was helpful with contacting us with a tour guide that took us on their private car to Cape of Good Hope and to see the penguins
The hostel was clean, however the lockers were difficult to use. The pictures look much better than the reality. The bunks have tv and people may leave it on during night making it difficult to sleep
Staff was helpful with contacting us with a tour guide that took us on their private car to Cape of Good Hope and to see the penguins
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The worst kind of false advertising I’ve ever come across - beware!!! Do not trust the website and visuals - it is pure false advertising. The place is a dump - the photos of the rooms and what you get are completely different!
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A lady nearly lost her life in Hippo Pod, Forshore Cape Town CBD, last night, due to them not having fire detectors, as stipulated by law.
Neither do they have evacuation plans or any lawful protocol, should a fire break out as it did there last night.
A fire broke out on a room whereby the only way people were evacuated, was through word-of-mouth physically. It was due to a guest smelling smoke, that the fire was detected in the first place.
They claim to have functioning 24 hour security, but the cameras don't work haven't been working, because the owners failed to pay their bill to the security company, rendering the cameras as placebos, whilst in reality, guests are vulnerable to crime.
Ask the owners where they get their water from...
This fire last night will hopefully shine a spotlight on the unscrupulous attitude and actions of their owners, who put their guest's and public at large at risk
Neither do they have evacuation plans or any lawful protocol, should a fire break out as it did there last night.
A fire broke out on a room whereby the only way people were evacuated, was through word-of-mouth physically. It was due to a guest smelling smoke, that the fire was detected in the first place.
They claim to have functioning 24 hour security, but the cameras don't work haven't been working, because the owners failed to pay their bill to the security company, rendering the cameras as placebos, whilst in reality, guests are vulnerable to crime.
Ask the owners where they get their water from...
This fire last night will hopefully shine a spotlight on the unscrupulous attitude and actions of their owners, who put their guest's and public at large at risk
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Room Tip: This hotel is a death-trap from a fire safety point of view, as well as security point of view.
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Thank you Monica for warm welcome and taking your time to explain how the hotel works as it was unfamiliar with me. You made my stay pleasant by always availing yourself whenever I needed your assistance.
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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Staff have no customer service skills, the facilities are nothing like the website. Full of drunk kids and prostitutes, loud partying all night. Should not be allowed to call it a hotel. More like a youth hostel on drugs.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hippo Pod
Which popular attractions are close to Hippo Pod?
Nearby attractions include Prins & Prins (0.5 km), Artscape (0.5 km), and First Diamonds (0.3 km).
What are some restaurants close to Hippo Pod?
Conveniently located restaurants include Madam taitou ethiopean restaurant, Col'Cacchio Foreshore, and Villa 47.
Is Hippo Pod located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 km away from the centre of Cape Town.
Are there any historical sites close to Hippo Pod?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Iziko Slave Lodge (0.7 km), City Hall (1.6 km), and Iziko Bo Kaap Museum (0.9 km).