Title: Hippo Pod Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hippo Pod Hotel Capsule hotel with a bar, steps from Long Street ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44878300/44878267/f5959d5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44878300/44878267/c4544cec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44878300/44878267/0c940c61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44878300/44878267/740ca08d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44878300/44878267/ce55b9dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hippo Pod Hotel sits in Cape Town City Centre, just steps from the energy of Long Street. The property creates a warm, inviting atmosphere where guests can unwind at the bar after exploring the city. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay. ## Popular amenities - Bar - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 1 - Dec 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 2 - Dec 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=44878267&PinnedHotelID=44878267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### Comfort Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Laptop workspace - Sleeps 12 - 6 Double Beds ### Comfort Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Laptop workspace - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### Classic Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Laptop workspace - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ### Basic Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Laptop workspace - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ## You may also like Ad ![4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/18000000/17930000/17925300/17925242/c61c6ffe_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Pullman Cape Town City Centre Cape Town City Centre - 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Room features All guest rooms at Hippo Pod Hotel feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Hippo Pod Hotel Cape Town Hippo Pod Hotel Capsule Hotel Hippo Pod Hotel Capsule Hotel Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Where is Hippo Pod Hotel located? > Located in Cape Town City Centre, this capsule hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Adderley Street and Africa Centre are also within 5 minutes. Cape Town Station is 5 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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