Stay for a while.
The Claremont feels more like a lived-in manor than a hotel. Originally a Cape Dutch home, it’s now part of the Sabi Sabi Collection—a name that carries quiet weight in South African hospitality.
The Claremont is an extension of Sabi Sabi’s ‘home in the bush’
A quiet place to relax in Cape Town, just as guests do on safari. With most visitors pairing their bush experience with time in the city, it offers a seamless continuation of the journey.
A historic overview of the Claremont
Our first expansion beyond the bushveld
A Timeless Vision.
In 1928, English entrepreneur Frederick Henry Dumas Man sought to create a Cape Town residence that blended European elegance with Cape heritage. His vision gave rise to a home that remains a timeless expression of refined living.
Heritage in Detail
Twisted chimneys, sash windows, solid shutters and sculpted gables. The Manor House’s design is a masterclass in Cape Dutch Revival. Every detail was crafted to honour tradition while embracing innovation.
A Pioneering Architect
Magdalena Gertrude Sauer was one of South Africa’s first female architects. Born in Kenilworth in 1890 and raised between the city and her family’s Stellenbosch farm, Magda developed a nuanced understanding of space, heritage and environment. Her work on this property reflects a rare balance of strength and sensitivity, blending historical reference with elegant innovation. Her legacy lives on in The Claremont.
A glimpse into The Claremont
The Claremont family have been part of this boutique hotel's journey for over a decade, contributing to the warmth and hospitality that The Sabi Sabi Collection is renowned for.
The Ultimate South African Luxury Safari
Two private game reserves committed to conservation through tourism, each complementing the other and offering a wide variety of luxury accommodation and unforgettable safari experiences through interpretive guiding and up-close wildlife encounters. Accessible from Cape Town International Airport, Skukuza Airport, and Hoedspruit Airport.
