Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town is a trendy conundrum in the city center. It has a steady business traveler clientele and meeting rooms that host frequent conferences, but it brands itself as a wild party spot with a bar that features live music. Small standard rooms have "executive" work desks that are little more than cramped window ledges, and the open bathrooms have glass showers lacking privacy. Wi-Fi is free but comes with a daily bandwidth limit. The alluring restaurant serves concoctions with African flavors, but is most famous for the burgers and milkshakes that bring locals in.
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town is a trendy conundrum in the city center. It has a steady business traveler clientele and meeting rooms that host frequent conferences, but it brands itself as a wild party spot with a bar that features live music. Small standard rooms have "executive" work desks that are little more than cramped window ledges, and the open bathrooms have glass showers lacking privacy. Wi-Fi is free but comes with a daily bandwidth limit. The alluring restaurant serves concoctions with African flavors, but is most famous for the burgers and milkshakes that bring locals in.
The 24-room Glen Boutique Hotel is an impeccably presented, secluded boutique set in a residential district a 10-minute drive from Cape Town's center. It is a gay-friendly hotel, though welcomes and attracts all types of guests and provides an excellent range of facilities including pools, saunas, and hot tubs. Rooms are plush and contemporary, all with outdoor areas and some with sea views. It's not one of the cheaper options in the area; the Atlantic Affair Boutique Hotel nearby is more budget-friendly, though lacks a pool.
The 24-room Glen Boutique Hotel is an impeccably presented, secluded boutique set in a residential district a 10-minute drive from Cape Town's center. It is a gay-friendly hotel, though welcomes and attracts all types of guests and provides an excellent range of facilities including pools, saunas, and hot tubs. Rooms are plush and contemporary, all with outdoor areas and some with sea views. It's not one of the cheaper options in the area; the Atlantic Affair Boutique Hotel nearby is more budget-friendly, though lacks a pool.
The 236-room Commodore is a pleasant enough, but slightly dated upper-middle-range hotel located in the V&A Waterfront area of Cape Town, a few minutes' walk from the quayside. Decor has a maritime theme throughout, which may not appeal to all, and there's not a great deal to get excited about beyond Table Mountain views in some rooms. Rooms are mostly adequate, however, with all amenities present and correct for this category -- though beware there is limited Wi-Fi. All in all it's a solid choice for those who like their hotels traditional and want to stay near the bustling harbor. It's usually significantly more affordable than its luxurious neighbors, but those who prefer a city center location should consider a boutique stay at the similarly priced Cape Heritage Hotel.
The 236-room Commodore is a pleasant enough, but slightly dated upper-middle-range hotel located in the V&A Waterfront area of Cape Town, a few minutes' walk from the quayside. Decor has a maritime theme throughout, which may not appeal to all, and there's not a great deal to get excited about beyond Table Mountain views in some rooms. Rooms are mostly adequate, however, with all amenities present and correct for this category -- though beware there is limited Wi-Fi. All in all it's a solid choice for those who like their hotels traditional and want to stay near the bustling harbor. It's usually significantly more affordable than its luxurious neighbors, but those who prefer a city center location should consider a boutique stay at the similarly priced Cape Heritage Hotel.
Overlooking the canal on the bustling waterfront, Lawhill Luxury Apartments are all about posh living with everything a traveler could want in an upscale hotel room -- but little else. It's more of an upmarket condo building that lacks the usual hotel facilities, save an outdoor pool. The full kitchens, large living rooms, and private balconies are well-suited to families and couples on long stays who like cooking for themselves. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of the amenities at the more expensive One&Only Cape Town hotel. For travelers wishing to experience that property’s celebrity eateries, staying at the Lawhill is a cost-saving alternative.
Overlooking the canal on the bustling waterfront, Lawhill Luxury Apartments are all about posh living with everything a traveler could want in an upscale hotel room -- but little else. It's more of an upmarket condo building that lacks the usual hotel facilities, save an outdoor pool. The full kitchens, large living rooms, and private balconies are well-suited to families and couples on long stays who like cooking for themselves. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of the amenities at the more expensive One&Only Cape Town hotel. For travelers wishing to experience that property’s celebrity eateries, staying at the Lawhill is a cost-saving alternative.
The Victoria and Alfred Hotel is a fairly upscale, 94-room property set in a shopping complex overlooking Cape Town's harbor. Its bustling quayside location is a pleasant setting for the hotel's restaurant overlooking the water. Modern rooms have either water views or look out at the iconic outline of Table Mountain. Although some rooms are showing signs of wear, bathrooms are all smart and contemporary with walk-in showers and separate soaking tubs. There is access to an outdoor pool plus a fitness center and seafood restaurant are on-site. Rates are a bit high compared to similar options downtown, but they're probably the lowest you'll find for a hotel right on the water. Check out the nearby Commodore or PortsWood hotels for cheaper, but off the waterfront, rates.
The Victoria and Alfred Hotel is a fairly upscale, 94-room property set in a shopping complex overlooking Cape Town's harbor. Its bustling quayside location is a pleasant setting for the hotel's restaurant overlooking the water. Modern rooms have either water views or look out at the iconic outline of Table Mountain. Although some rooms are showing signs of wear, bathrooms are all smart and contemporary with walk-in showers and separate soaking tubs. There is access to an outdoor pool plus a fitness center and seafood restaurant are on-site. Rates are a bit high compared to similar options downtown, but they're probably the lowest you'll find for a hotel right on the water. Check out the nearby Commodore or PortsWood hotels for cheaper, but off the waterfront, rates.
The Blackheath Lodge is a 12-room boutique property in a Victorian house, a 10 minutes' drive from the center of Cape Town. This upscale hotel, set between Signal Hill and the waterfront, is close to beaches and the city, and it's within walking distance of cafes and restaurants. Guest rooms have lovely wood balconies and whimsically sophisticated decor, which extends to the common areas. The hotel serves a free breakfast on a terrace beside a cozy garden and pool, and the extremely helpful staff offers travel and restaurant tips. Special touches throughout -- board games in the sun room, blue and white dishes, colorful wall art, dripping chandeliers -- further the personalized experience. Guests who want to be in the city center could try the Rouge on Rose, a boutique B&B.
The Blackheath Lodge is a 12-room boutique property in a Victorian house, a 10 minutes' drive from the center of Cape Town. This upscale hotel, set between Signal Hill and the waterfront, is close to beaches and the city, and it's within walking distance of cafes and restaurants. Guest rooms have lovely wood balconies and whimsically sophisticated decor, which extends to the common areas. The hotel serves a free breakfast on a terrace beside a cozy garden and pool, and the extremely helpful staff offers travel and restaurant tips. Special touches throughout -- board games in the sun room, blue and white dishes, colorful wall art, dripping chandeliers -- further the personalized experience. Guests who want to be in the city center could try the Rouge on Rose, a boutique B&B.
This Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town is a 177-room luxury hotel with a smart, contemporary vibe and prime setting overlooking the sea. There's not much in the immediate vicinity, but the V&A Waterfront tourist hub is walkable or accessible via a free shuttle. Facilities and service are good, though not perfect, and the pool is a little small -- though views are superb. Ocean vistas from rooms are impressive too, though you have to upgrade for the privilege. Rates unsurprisingly aren't cheap for this high-end hotel and without a sea-view room it might feel too steep, so consider a Superior Room or higher for the full experience.
This Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town is a 177-room luxury hotel with a smart, contemporary vibe and prime setting overlooking the sea. There's not much in the immediate vicinity, but the V&A Waterfront tourist hub is walkable or accessible via a free shuttle. Facilities and service are good, though not perfect, and the pool is a little small -- though views are superb. Ocean vistas from rooms are impressive too, though you have to upgrade for the privilege. Rates unsurprisingly aren't cheap for this high-end hotel and without a sea-view room it might feel too steep, so consider a Superior Room or higher for the full experience.
This small, upscale boutique hotel is in a quiet, residential area that's within a 15-minute walk of downtown attractions. The owners and staff offer personalized service for their guests and are always more than happy to recommend and book trips, tours, restaurants, and taxis. Each room is individually designed to have a luxurious but homey feel, though TVs and radios are only provided upon request. There’s no swimming pool or spa (both of which can be found at 2Inn1), but there are thoughtful extras such as wine tasting evenings and an exceptional (included) five-course breakfast.
This small, upscale boutique hotel is in a quiet, residential area that's within a 15-minute walk of downtown attractions. The owners and staff offer personalized service for their guests and are always more than happy to recommend and book trips, tours, restaurants, and taxis. Each room is individually designed to have a luxurious but homey feel, though TVs and radios are only provided upon request. There’s no swimming pool or spa (both of which can be found at 2Inn1), but there are thoughtful extras such as wine tasting evenings and an exceptional (included) five-course breakfast.
Pepperclub Hotel is a luxury property with lavish amenities and indulgent decor. The rooms range from swanky studios with kitchenettes to extravagant suites with outdoor pools. The restaurant and bar have a classy vibe, and breakfast is included in room rates. Though right in the city center, the hotel includes a private club on the popular Camps Bay beach front, with guests shuttled there for free. Some visitors may wish to stay there, however, instead of returning to the the Pepperclub which is located in a loud part of town that's not always safe at night.
Pepperclub Hotel is a luxury property with lavish amenities and indulgent decor. The rooms range from swanky studios with kitchenettes to extravagant suites with outdoor pools. The restaurant and bar have a classy vibe, and breakfast is included in room rates. Though right in the city center, the hotel includes a private club on the popular Camps Bay beach front, with guests shuttled there for free. Some visitors may wish to stay there, however, instead of returning to the the Pepperclub which is located in a loud part of town that's not always safe at night.
