Experience 5 Star hospitality in the peaceful surroundings of formal gardens and a beautifully restored Cape residence. Built by Sir Herbert Baker in 1900 for Judge Searle, the first judge president of the Cape, Highlands is the perfect venue for your holiday, corporate function, intimate wedding or honeymoon.

Conveniently located close to golf courses, sporting arenas and great shopping, Highlands is just 15 minutes from the centre of town and 20 minutes from the airport. Set in the quiet wooded suburbs of Upper Kenilworth Highlands offers guests a relaxed atmosphere, privacy & intimacy in a “home from home” ambiance.

Stay in one of 14 beautifully appointed en-suite rooms, enjoy sumptuous breakfasts on the terrace, evening drinks in the bar and dinner in the dining room or private conservatory. Enjoy a book in the library or lounge or relax in the manicured gardens or by one of the 2 sparkling pools. There is even an in house spa facility and in the winter cosy log fires in the lounges.

We are always happy to make arrangements for your collection from the airport; tours or car hire and can assure competitive rates.

Highlands, a boutique hotel, has been lovingly restored and is run as a privately owned Country House residence.

The guest house is tastefully furnished with antiques and fine fabrics and set in peaceful surroundings. Every effort has been made to enhance the marble and wooden floors, pressed ceilings, large shuttered sash windows, balustrades and fireplaces of the original.
Highlands Country House boutique hotel is a place of warm welcome and ultimate comfort. Every piece has been carefully chosen to give pleasure to the eye and rest to the body.

Every attempt has been made to assure high standards and to offer extensive luxury facilities to the most discerning guest.

Private Payment Policy:
• A deposit of 25% is required on confirmation of your reservation. Balance will be due 30 days prior to arrival.
• For bookings made within 30 days of travel, full payment is required on confirmation.

Cancellation Policy:
• Cancellation within 15-30 days of arrival, 50% of full accommodation amount will be levied
• Cancellation less than 15 days prior to arrival, the full accommodation amount will be levied
• Cancellation for medical reasons will require proof in the form of a valid doctors certificate
• Cancellations will only be accepted in writing. Please ensure that you get a response acknowledging your cancellation
• In the event of premature departure, the full extent of stay as originally booked and confirmed, will be charged
• Refunds of monies paid for bookings are at the discretion of Management and are dependent on ability to re-sell the rooms. If agreed, refunds are subject to a 10% administration fee.
• We recommend that you take out insurance against cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances

Child Policy:
• Children are most welcome at Highlands under very strict supervision • Children between 0 – 11 can share with their parents levied at R450 per child (limited to two children)

Third Parties Policy:
• No third persons/adults are allowed in the rooms
• In the event that a single Registered Highlands Guests invites a guest to stay the night, the new guest must sign in at the front desk and the double room rate will apply