Pineapple House Boutique Hotel

Every single piece of furniture has been meticulously chosen to create an eclectic yet carefully-curated look. In the central lounges, exposed brick walls contrast with slouchy, jewel-bright sofas, while the dining room's cerulean walls are decorated with pretty painted plates. Breakfast on the sunlit balcony is highly recommended and you can feast on fresh fruit, chocolate croissants and made-to-order egg with a view of the mountains. Dotted with yolk-yellow loungers, there is also an outdoor deck and plunge pool for relaxed afternoons..

The hotel has a selection of 14 gorgeously-decorated rooms, each with its own style. There are vibrant wallpapers featuring everything from old-fashioned boats to stampeding horses (some by renowned Egyptian artist, Jamal Bassiouni), beautiful linens and textiles in every shade and, of course, recurring pineapple motifs. Each room has a king- or queen-size bed and amenities include aircon, a well-stocked minibar and snack selection, and high-speed internet. The bathrooms are a delight too, and many have freestanding bathtubs. The very best rooms enjoy views of Lions Head and Table Mountain.

There is an endless list of things to get up to in Cape Town, from the fantastic shops at the V&A Waterfront to the local charm of the Sea Point restaurants and the multitude of fantastic museums. And then there's the beaches - Saunders and its famous tidal pool are a stone's throw away from the hotel. You could also go a little further afield, driving the famous Chapman's Peak to see the penguins at Boulders Beach or take a day trip into the Cape Winelands.