The Glen Apartments

Cape Town, South Africa

Virgin rating

Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio
Two Bedroom Loft Apartment
Two Bedroom Loft Apartment
Two Bedroom Mountain and Garden View Apartment
Two Bedroom Mountain and Garden View Apartment
Two Bedroom Mountain and Garden View Apartment
Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio
Two Bedroom Loft Apartment
Two Bedroom Loft Apartment
Two Bedroom Mountain and Garden View Apartment
Two Bedroom Mountain and Garden View Apartment
Two Bedroom Mountain and Garden View Apartment

The hotel

Enjoy all that stunning Cape Town has to offer with your very own retreat in desirable Camps Bay. Taking their name from the 35-acre Glen Forest Nature Reserve that they're set amongst, The Glen Apartments are ideally located for accessing local attractions, and just a short walk from the promenade and Camps Bay Beach. Apartments are spacious and stylishly decorated, and there's also an outdoor swimming pool to enjoy, and convenient underground parking.

Amenities

  • Free Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Set amongst a wooded area, a short walk from the promenade and Camps Bay Beach. Transfer time from Cape Town International Airport: approximately 30 minutes.

Hotel information

All accommodations feature air-conditioning, underfloor heating, complimentary uncapped WiFi, secure basement parking, Nespresso machine, elevator service, fully equipped kitchen, heated towel rails, satellite television with selected channels, and a DVD player. All apartments are non-smoking.Studios are decorated with modern and chic interiors, with luxury facilities, a balcony, and 1 double bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.
Two Bedroom Loft Apartment is located on the second floor, and is an open-plan, two-bedroom contemporary loft space with two balconies. Bedroom 1 features an en-suite and 1 king-size bed, and bedroom 2 features an en-suite and either 1 king-size bed or twin beds. Sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Two Bedroom Mountain and Garden View apartments feature views of the mountains and garden. Bedroom 1 features an en-suite with bath and shower and 1 king-size bed. Bedroom 2 features either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds. There is a second bathroom with shower, and a separate guest toilet. Sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Two Bedroom Sea View Apartment features stunning Atlantic Ocean views and a private balcony. Bedroom 1 features 1 queen-size bed and an en-suite with bath and shower. Bedroom 2 features 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, and an en-suite with shower only. There is a separate guest toilet. Sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Three Bedroom Mountain and Garden View Apartments are spacious, with picturesque garden and mountain views and a third, loft-style bedroom with its own balcony. The main bedroom features 1 queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower. Bedroom 2 features 1 double bed and an en-suite with shower. The loft bedroom features twin beds that canbe converted to a king-size bed, and an en-suite with shower. There is aseparate guest toilet. Sleeping maximum 6 people. 

Three Bedroom Sea View apartments are spacious, with balconies featuring great views of the ocean. Bedroom 1 features either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, and an en-suite with bath and shower. Bedroom 2 features either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, and an en-suite with shower. The loft bedroom features a double bed, and en-suite with shower. There is a separate guest toilet. Sleeping maximum 6 people.

Complimentary WiFi. Pool. Underground parking (one bay allocated).

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: check-in and key collection is at sister property The Crystal Apartments, Camps Bay.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (80)
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Sep 12, 2023 Marco B

Nice modern apartment building but not well maintained! The (Jewish, any school) school next door doesn't help either. Okay, for short stays, but not for longer. The Glen Retreat across the street is an old fabulous Hotel, great for sundowners and snacks. The downside is that they have a noisy power generator during power shedding. So, peace is… Read more
Nice modern apartment building but not well maintained! The (Jewish, any school) school next door doesn't help either. Okay, for short stays, but not for longer. The Glen Retreat across the street is an old fabulous Hotel, great for sundowners and snacks. The downside is that they have a noisy power generator during power shedding. So, peace is not happening there in the Glen. Also, the giant door to the garages is noisy, but noting a bit of WD40 and some grease could fix.. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful views, steep uphill walk back from the restaurants,

Aug 13, 2023 Adea1 Harrogate, United Kingdom

Booked upon recommendation from Trailfinders. Check in at neighbouring Crystal is a bit painful after a long flight. Apartment was 2 bed and very high spec with a small balcony with sea views. Nice to have security at the gate and on site maintenance turned the fridge on for us. Main problem was lack of provision for the load shedding (power… Read more
Booked upon recommendation from Trailfinders. Check in at neighbouring Crystal is a bit painful after a long flight. Apartment was 2 bed and very high spec with a small balcony with sea views. Nice to have security at the gate and on site maintenance turned the fridge on for us. Main problem was lack of provision for the load shedding (power cuts). Just battery lamps. Other similar apartments now have solar panels and inverters or generators. Here, nothing. So 8-10pm first night, total black out, no lights, no heating. 8-10.30am first morning no heating, no hair dryer, no kettle. Sadly load shedding has been in place for years in SA and an apartment block of this high spec should have provision - the hotel opposite still even had floodlit tennis during the blackouts! Read less
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Mar 4, 2023 jmcmee452976 Belfast, United Kingdom

There are clearly many issues as to how this property is being managed. The Crystal Apartments where we were instructed to pick up the keys are not in control of the situation and whilst they did try to be helpful it is apparent they had problems with the management of the Glen Apartments. Issues encountered. Security, back patio door not locking.… Read more
There are clearly many issues as to how this property is being managed. The Crystal Apartments where we were instructed to pick up the keys are not in control of the situation and whilst they did try to be helpful it is apparent they had problems with the management of the Glen Apartments. Issues encountered. Security, back patio door not locking. Microwave not working. Shortage of towels. Only one set of keys between 2 couples. Bracket on main support to front windows broken causing them to sway alarmingly in the strong winds. Door latch on fridge broken. No lighting provision for load shedding when the power is off. A frequent occurrence. We will be seeking some compensation for the amount of time we wasted during our holiday trying to get these issues resolved. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Should be clearer when making the reservation

Feb 4, 2023 Claudia C

The apartment is very nice, spacious, comfortable and modern but what would have deserved a rating of five is detracted by the lack of electricity in the apartment about 8 hours a day average, something that we were NEVER warned. The management's response is that in Cape Town the electricity is cut off about 2 hours a day but in our case it was… Read more
The apartment is very nice, spacious, comfortable and modern but what would have deserved a rating of five is detracted by the lack of electricity in the apartment about 8 hours a day average, something that we were NEVER warned. The management's response is that in Cape Town the electricity is cut off about 2 hours a day but in our case it was an average of 8 hours a day. The lack of electricity makes it difficult to sleep because you cannot turn on the air conditioner or open windows due to the presence of many mosquitoes. For a person who suffers from sleep apnea and uses electrical equipment, such an apartment is a problem. We regret not having been able to give a better rating but objectively there was a lack of electrical service and communication with the management. Naturally we expect compensation from the administration (reduction or partial refund of the fee paid) and are awaiting a response. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful apartment at an amazing location

Dec 5, 2022 NickP111233444 North Finchley, United Kingdom

We loved staying at this beautiful apartment which is situated a short walk away from the camps bay promenade, where there are lots of lovely restaurants and the beach. We would return in a heartbeat.