Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

4 stars
Lower Buitengracht, 1, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
+27 214 094 000
8.2
Very good
based on 1424 reviews
1,424 reviews
Thu 30/4
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Fri 1/5
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
C$ 203
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 203
Double room
C$ 237
Queen room
C$ 308
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Overview

Along with a full-service spa, this hotel has an outdoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront offers 537 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
8.2
Very good rating
Based on 1,424 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

Thu 30/4
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Fri 1/5
Queen room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 308
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 324
nightly with fees
Executive room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 484
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 578
nightly with fees
Standard Room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 203
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 213
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 213
nightly with fees
Double room
No inclusions
1 twin bed
C$ 237
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 258
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 268
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Foot massage
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Conference rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Accessible parking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massage

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Beauty salon
  • Hiking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Babysitting/child services (surcharge)

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Gym

Reviews of Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

8.2
Very good
1424 verified ratings
Wonderful
646
Very good
324
Good
208
Okay
81
Fair
79
Mediocre
36
Poor
50

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, friendly and professional staff, and good breakfast offerings. The shuttle service to the waterfront was frequently mentioned as a positive convenience. However, some guests noted issues with room size being small and some maintenance or cleanliness concerns. Overall, the hotel is favored for its service and location despite some dated rooms and minor drawbacks.
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Breakfast10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
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Pros (+) Breakfast was great, especially the croissants

Location

Lower Buitengracht, 1, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Cape Town International Convention Centre0.4 km
  • City Bowl0.6 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront1 km
  • Long Street1 km
  • Parliament of South Africa1.3 km
  • Cape Town Stadium1.8 km
  • Signal Hill1.8 km
  • Table Bay3.3 km
  • Table Mountain5.4 km
  • Clifton5.4 km
  • University of Cape Town5.8 km
  • Canal Walk8.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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November
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C$ 249
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

  • Where is Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town located?

    Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town is located at Lower Buitengracht, 1 in City Centre, 2.2 km from the centre of Cape Town. Cape Town International Convention Centre is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town.

  • Does Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town from the airport?

    Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town is 17.8 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town hotel deals?

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Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.1
2.2 km
Cape Town Intl
17.8 km

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