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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

3.0 star property
3-star golf hotel in Observatory

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Outdoor pool
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Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Property amenity
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Liesbeek Avenue, Off Liesbeek Parkway, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925
  • Place, South African Astronomical Observatory
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cape Town
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Groote Schuur Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom (Barn) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft, 1 Bedroom (Barn)

  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Observatory stay.Your stay at this Observatory hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Groote Schuur Hospital and Old Biscuit Mill. University of Cape Town and Vincent Pallotti Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • South African Astronomical Observatory - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Cape Town - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Vincent Pallotti Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Observatory Station - 13 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DĀSHI - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Platō coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Omilo Greek Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Wave - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Fig Restaurant - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

3-star golf hotel in Observatory
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cape Town hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1986
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. 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. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 195 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 260.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 195 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300.00 per person (one way)
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 35.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 260.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray to the airport?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray is 8.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have an airport shuttle?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of ZAR 300.00 per person, one way.

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray to the beach?

This hotel is 8.8 mi (26-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 9 mi (27-min drive) from Clifton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 195 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 35.00 per day.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have a pool?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray features an outdoor pool.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray to downtown Cape Town?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray is 3.4 mi away from Cape Town.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 140 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property with a very rich history, I thoroughly enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's always lovely to stay at this hotel. I look forward to it every time and I hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service

Solo Travel

Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ege

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and full of historic charm. The on-site Wild Fern restaurant had delicious food and a cozy atmosphere. My only "negative" was that both Apple Maps and Google maps struggled to map directions to the property--they both routed us through the hospital drive which is closed to through traffic. Not the hotel's fault, just a heads up to other travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Aadela

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, reliable, friendly

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

JC

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

lovely stay

great country atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

BOAHEN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Hermi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Short stay with Protea Hotel

My son and I visited CT for 4 days and according to them I booked for 2 adults. No one phoned before we arrived to confirm our booking. They couldn't help me with an explanation on how it happened; booking app's fault or theirs? Breakfast service was excellent. Our fire alarm went off twice. The reception had no idea about the fire alarm that went off at weird times - early mornings and even at night really late. Feedback would be appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BOAHEN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

excellent

my staying was so exciting and anytime I pay visit to SA will be lodge there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inder

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Business traveler
I showed up and they didn't have my reservation. The staff said they weren't familiar with Expedia. Weeks later and Expedia still won't refund me. Don't stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Bryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly. Did not like that walk ins were not welcome at breakfast. It wasn’t like that before. At 10 pm We asked for drinks at bar and front service said it was toooo late.