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Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Cape Town International Convention Centre

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A high-rise hotel with a pool in front, featuring a modern design and multiple floors.
A spacious lobby with a central water feature, large windows, and a modern architectural design.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase connecting two floors.
A modern hotel entrance with a curved facade, large columns, and a central skylight.
A modern restaurant with round tables and blue chairs, featuring hanging light fixtures and a patterned wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Lower Buitengracht, 1, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Place, Bree Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town International Convention Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Queen Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Queen Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 212 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room with Two Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Double Room with Two Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Executive Room

  • City view
  • 503 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a TV.

Suite

  • City view
  • 442 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Central Cape Town getaway .At this Cape Town City Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Bree Street. Long Street and Adderley Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bree Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Long Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Greenmarket Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Africa Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min walk
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Col'Cacchio - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Foreshore Cape Town - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Westin Executive Club Lounge - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront

4-star spa hotel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1087 square feet (101 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cape Town hotel.

  • 537 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1087 sq ft of conference space
  • 101 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (ZAR 55 per day)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

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
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 1.00 percent destination fee will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 625 per vehicle (one way)
  • Covered self parking fee: ZAR 55 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

WiFi is provided up to 500 MB per room, per day.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront to the airport?

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront is 12.8 mi (20-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront on Aug 9, 2026 start from $186, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront have an airport shuttle?

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 625 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront to the beach?

This hotel is 4.4 mi (16-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 2.7 mi (9-min drive) from Milton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront, 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 Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront?

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

Is there free parking at Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 55 per day.

Does Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront have a pool?

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront have a restaurant?

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront is home to Yizani, which features international cuisine.

Does Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront to downtown Cape Town?

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront is 0.4 mi away from Cape Town.

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 313 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to waterfront and good Spa services
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ridwaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean, staff were good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SERGIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the staff were very concerned about our safety!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and super location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sinclair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great with our family, will visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a lovely clean hotel very close to V & A Waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oluwagbemiga

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

Great Stay

Great stay and easy to get to other places. The hotel is very quiet and peaceful and the staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent city centre hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in town, short walk to waterfront shopping and dining
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was great as it is very close to V&A waterfront and free shuttle is provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleased with hotel, design and quality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with good amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

Great hotel with a central location

Well-equipped and very comfortable hotel with plenty of very helpful staff ready to assist with all requests. Breakfast was also great and rooms are large and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo Homero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near to the International Convention Center. Quieter than other hotels in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, very nice grounds, clean room and shuttle to Victoria Mall at the Waterfront. Buffer breakfast was fantastic with lots of selections. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, good facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great for business travel

Great hotel. Great staff. Great location.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lerato

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

Wonderful stay.

Good service overall.We were very happy with our stay.Good value for money accommodation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fhatuwani

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

Hotel Magnificent

It was amazing, we really enjoyed and we definitely gonna use hotel.com in future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with free shuttle bus to V and A mall. Would definitely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025