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About the Hotel

1 Lower Buitengracht, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

“The hotel's location made exploring Cape Town's waterfront good!”view full review

Located 2.6 km from Cape Town Stadium, the 4-star Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town Hotel offers 533 spacious rooms. The hotel lies at a medium distance from Greenmarket Square and boasts an outdoor swimming pool along with views of the city.

Location

Koopmans-de Wet House is at a 650-metre distance from the property, while V&A Waterfront Shopping Mall is 25 minutes' walk away. This comfortable hotel is a short distance from the Atlantic Ocean.

Convention Centre bus stop is merely a 10-minute walk from the accommodation and just a short stroll from is enough to get to Cape Town train station. Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town Hotel is located right in the centre of Cape Town, 19 minutes' drive from Cape Town International airport.

The property is also only a short drive from the Atlantic Ocean. The area offers shopping experiences such as the inventively designed retail Watershed Market, which is within 10 minutes' walk of the 4-star Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town Hotel.

Rooms

The rooms include ironing facilities and an air conditioner, along with such modern comforts as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests will make use of a hair dryer and bath sheets in bathrooms equipped with a bath, a lowered sink, and a raised toilet.

Eat & Drink

The Southern Cape Town has an à la carte Yizani restaurant that serves South African dishes. It offers a variety of fruit desserts that will suit all tastes. Gastronomic options include a cocktail bar.

Leisure & Business

Guests can work out in a fitness centre or relax in a full spa and a spa salon. Thanks to a golf playground, guests can stay fit at this convenient hotel. The Southern also provides a business centre for those arriving on business.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Double Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Suite Non-Smoking

2 persons

42 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Queen Room Smoking

2 persons

21 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Two Double Beds Smoking

2 persons

24 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A complete list of available transportation options

City Centre

Cape Town 1.1 km

Airports

Cape Town International (CPT) 19.3 km

Train

Woodstock Railway Station 2.4 km

Salt River Railway Station 4.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast Experience

“I had an excellent breakfast at the hotel every morning. The selection was generous, with an array of hot and cold options. I particularly enjoyed the croissants, always fresh and delicious. The egg station, managed by warm and cute staff, added a personal touch, made my mornings even better.” view full review

Fun Kids Club Activities

“The kid's room was filled with engaging activities like coloring pages and festive events such as cupcake decorating. It was wonderful to see how excited my niece was about the magic and puppet shows. This thoughtful approach ensured that younger guests had nice experiences during their stay.” view full review

Comfortable Bed Quality

“My room featured two double beds which were extremely comfortable, nice for restful nights after a long day of exploring. While the space was a bit tight for luggage, the quality of the beds made a significant difference to my overall comfort during my stay.” view full review

Reliable Business Amenities

“As someone who needed to handle some online business during my stay, I found the business facilities to be quite accommodating. The complimentary Wi-Fi was reliable, making it easy to stay connected while enjoying my vacation. Furthermore, the secure parking under cover was a relief for my motorcycle.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Spa & wellness centre
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1 Lower Buitengracht, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

Map view

1 Lower Buitengracht, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

City landmarks

Mall

V&A Waterfront

2.2 km

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

830 m

Landmark

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

2.2 km

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

2.1 km

Stadium

Cape Town Stadium

2.6 km

Square

Greenmarket Square

650 m

Landmark

The Cape Wheel

830 m

Museum

District Six Museum

2.2 km

Store

Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village

1.8 km

Gallery

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

830 m

Landmark

Bree Street

650 m

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

650 m

Convention Centre

Cape Town International Convention Centre

980 m

Mountain

Signal Hill

3.2 km

Landmark

The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum

830 m

Museum

Cape Town Diamond Museum

830 m

Museum

Chavonnes Battery Museum

830 m

Museum

Cape Medical Museum

830 m

Museum

Koopmans-de Wet House

650 m

Landmark

The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island

830 m

Market

The Watershed

830 m

Museum

Slave Lodge Museum

2.2 km

Square

Nobel Square

830 m

Square

Church Square

1.1 km

Church

St George's Cathedral

650 m

Gallery

South African National Gallery

2.2 km

Square

Grand Parade Square

980 m

Museum

South African Jewish Museum

2.2 km

Theatre

The African Dance Theatre

650 m

Theatre

Fugard Theatre

2.2 km

Nearby

Square

Greenmarket Square

570 m

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

570 m

Bree Street

570 m

Museum

Koopmans-de Wet House

570 m

Church

St George's Cathedral

570 m

Mall

Saint Georges Mall

570 m

Cape Town CentralSouth Africa

Adderley Street

570 m

Theatre

The African Dance Theatre

570 m

Restaurants

Milk & Honey Bar

150 m

42 Hans Strijdom

Saray Restaurant

830 m

10 Hospital Street Harbour Edge Building

Truffle

830 m

2 Hospital Street

Thirty7 Restaurant

390 m

Convention Square

The Fireman's Arms

660 m

25 Mechau Street

Folk Cafe Bree St

300 m

7 Bree Street Shop 4 Touchstone House

True Italic

340 m

15 Bree Street .

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