Historic 1812 Boutique Heritage Hotel in the Heart of Cape Town

A rare opportunity to acquire a fully fitted heritage hospitality property at 35 Leeuwen Street, positioned between the historic Bo-Kaap and Cape Town CBD.

Dating back to 1812, this character-filled property combines more than 200 years of Cape Town history with an established boutique hotel configuration. Original architectural features including yellowwood timber floors, high ceilings and antique detailing have been retained alongside modern hospitality infrastructure.

The property is arranged as a 7-suite boutique hotel, with all seven guest rooms offering private en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning.

Property Layout

Ground Floor

* Reception area
* 3 en-suite guest suites

First Floor

* 4 en-suite guest suites
* Guest lounge
* Full kitchen
* Large balcony with city and mountain views
* Drive-in guest access

Above the accommodation is an approximately 300 m² rooftop area offering panoramic views across Cape Town, including Table Mountain and the city skyline. The rooftop presents excellent potential for an entertainment terrace, rooftop garden, bar or additional hospitality offering, subject to the necessary approvals.

Key Features

* Historic building dating back to 1812
* 7 king-size guest suites
* 7 en-suite bathrooms plus guest facilities
* Original yellowwood flooring and heritage detailing
* High ceilings and generous room proportions
* Air-conditioning throughout the guest suites
* Individual safes in guest suites
* Reception area
* Guest lounge
* Full kitchen
* Spa facilities
* Dining facilities
* Approximately 300 m² rooftop area
* Large first-floor balcony
* City and Table Mountain views
* Garage and additional parking
* Comprehensive security system
* Fully fitted and furnished
* Fixtures and fittings included
* Previously operated as a 4-star small hotel
* MU2 Mixed Use zoning
* Erf size: approximately 324 m²
* Floor area reported at approximately 317–324 m²

The property’s MU2 zoning accommodates a range of residential, accommodation and hospitality uses, providing flexibility for an owner-operator or investor. Beyond continued boutique hotel use, the configuration may also lend itself to alternative accommodation concepts, subject to the relevant approvals.

Exceptional City-Centre Position

Situated on Leeuwen Street at the meeting point of the Bo-Kaap and Cape Town CBD, the property is surrounded by one of Cape Town’s strongest tourism, hospitality and lifestyle precincts.

Bree Street, Loop Street, Long Street, Kloof Street and the colourful streets of the Bo-Kaap are all within easy reach, while the V&A Waterfront, CTICC and Table Mountain are only a short drive away.

For an investor or hospitality operator, this is an opportunity to secure not simply another accommodation property, but a genuine piece of Cape Town’s architectural history in an exceptionally central location.

Sold fully fitted and furnished, offering a strong foundation for continued hospitality operation.