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Dockside Apartments

4.0 star property
4-star apartment near Cape Town International Convention Centre

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5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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31 Mechau Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Long Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom (501 Dockside,Self catering & servicig)

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom (501 Dockside,Self catering & servicig)

  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (503 Dockside,Self catering & servicig)

Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (503 Dockside,Self catering & servicig)

  • 1152 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Cape Town City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Cape Town City Centre apartment, you'll find Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village and Bree Street are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Long Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min walk
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Col'Cacchio - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mødular. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ala Turca - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Firemans Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KAUAI Portside - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dockside Apartments

4-star apartment near Cape Town International Convention Centre
Dockside Apartments offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at Dockside Apartments. Parking is available for a fee. You'll have access to the indoor pool, outdoor pool, and health club at a partner property.

This 4-star Cape Town apartment is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2007
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Dockside Apartments offers 4 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Cape Town apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Greek

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (EUR 5 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • ATM
  • Electrical adapters
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In an entertainment district
  • In the suburbs
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport
  • Near the bay
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Casino nearby
  • Health club (partner property) nearby
  • Indoor pool (guest access) nearby
  • Outdoor pool (guest access) nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Built in 2007

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Centurion All Suite Hotel, Main and Frere Road Sea Point]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Centurion All Suite Hotel, Main and Frere Road Sea Point]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 255 per stay

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.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 5 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM
  • Heating fee: EUR 5 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dockside Apartments to the airport?

Dockside Apartments is 12.3 mi (16-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dockside Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dockside Apartments.

How close is Dockside Apartments to the beach?

This apartment is 4.3 mi (14-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 8.9 mi (19-min drive) from Bloubergstrand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dockside Apartments offer free breakfast?

Dockside Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dockside Apartments?

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

What time is check-in at Dockside Apartments?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Dockside Apartments?

Free parking is not available at this apartment. Self parking is available for EUR 5 per night.

Does Dockside Apartments have a pool?

Dockside Apartments features an indoor pool and outdoor pool access. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Dockside Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Dockside Apartments to downtown Cape Town?

Dockside Apartments is 0.4 mi away from Cape Town.

Dockside Apartments Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 20 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Mbuyi

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

Not too bad

The apartment is beautiful but the couches are old and dirty they need to be changed as in 3years ago. Bedding also old please get warm duvets. Cleaning lady not friendly at all, doesn’t greet she needs classes for that, otherwise the apartments are in a nice area except it’s very noisy around there bcse they are not sound proof u can hear everything happening outside and in the pub next to it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Nhac

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

AWEFUL STAY EVER!

I booked last minute and didn’t receive his email that I need to pick up key in different place. I told him that I dont have cash in South Africa due to safety reason and he yelled over the phone that “I am general manager of the company and you ask me leave my office to deliver the key at apartment. No I wont give you the key and booking is non refundable, you wont get money back.” as he uses to yell to his customers during check in time! He does business in hospitality industry but he has no idea what to do and “I don’t care” or, “you are killing me” when I request key at apartment. I had to contact to hotels.com and he only came after they talk to him. The facilities of apartment is tired: cabpet is old and sofas are broken. “This internet is only for check mail. If you watch YouTube, film, download / upload, I will charge you. These sofabed can not convert to be a bed as it is broken, if you try to conver it, I will charge you... the building has car parking for this apartment, If you park you have to pay 50R per day to ME”. Well all is he wants to save the cost and collect extra money from customers as much as he can. Bye bye Greece Dad never see you again! I strongly NOT RECOMMEND this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Rude disrespectful staff

Not enough bedding. Rude staff. Accommodation dirty.

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was ok but condition of the hotel was not good.

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dockside prison

On check in a few miles from location the check in was over an hour long. Driving to the hotel to then have a shower the running water was like sewerage, dirty and brown, could not use shower or clean teeth in the basin water disgusting. Bed linen not adequate, dirty, dirty towels, Lounge chair sofa beds x2, one sheet and one blanket for two children on one sofa bed, and for the second sofa bed only one sheet only for my third child, very cold, pillows old and damp and mouldy. MY WIFE AND I HAD TO PURCHASE SHEETS, PILLOWS AND BLANKETS the next morning from Sheet Street, were also had to complain and were moved into a next room the next day, whilst again waiting for 2 hours.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very we'll located at a good price.

The apartment was used by somebody who smokes and we did not like. Also no AC.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad at all!

We were very comfortable! Everything we needed was there. The only complaint, the nose level of being in the CBD.

8/10 Good

Dom, P.E

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

great location

We came for personal reasons and stayed for one night. We were satisfied with the condition of the apartment and it was a safe convenient location.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

poor communication BUT OTHERWISE good stay

PROS: pictures as displayed on Hotels.com are exactly what you get - no hidden surprises. the apartment was extremely spacious including well sized bathrooms. amazing views of the city as Table Mountain. CONS: poor communication with the aparment manager which included an unecessary long check-in process which was intimidating and not very professional.

8/10 Good

Dean S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Convenient Location

Convenient location, pleasant accommodation. Negative was cumbersome and inconvenient check in process. No on site assistance and had to travel to owner for access keys.

4/10 Poor

Tom, London, UK

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

Dockside - Convenient and cheap but not optimal

When I arrived there was no concierge or check-in counter, only building security, as this is a large residential apartment complex with only a few rental units. The manager of the units comprising Dockside Apartments is offsite and no instructions on where to meet to check in were provided in advance. It took an hour for me to get access to the unit. The units are large, but the beds are not comfortable and the pillows are very hard. There is only a single sheet on the bed, together with a worn duvet (no slip cover, and cleanliness was questionable). The unit had a functioning refrigerator but no dishwasher or washing machine in the space provided. There is no air conditioning and traffic noise is loud with the windows open. The bathroom was sparse, with mixed colour towels that were rough to the touch. Only a single bar of soap was provided, so guests should be advised to bring their own shampoo, conditioner and any other amenities. In terms of restaurants in close proximity, there is a bar next door which did not look like somewhere I would want to frequent but a reasonable pizza place a 5 minute walk away. Dockside Apartments is only a 20 minute walk from the V&A Waterfront which has a large selection of restaurants. Getting a taxi from this location is difficult, and the easiest alternative is to take a 7-10 minute walk to one of the nearby hotels. In conclusion, you get what you pay for with Dockside Apartments. Anticipate having to check in offsite or go through considerable hassle on arrival, and come prepared with any amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Docside Appartments is very well located, quiet and smart.

4/10 Poor

Mark, Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice apartment, challenging check-in

While the apartment was as-described on the website, the check-in process was not described on Expedia and was quite complicated. As no instructions for arrival were included on Expedia or in the confirmation emails that were sent before arrival, we planned to head directly to the hotel from the airport. Fortunately, we decided to rent a car rather than take the airport shuttle to the city center, as when we called to ask about parking, we were informed that we had to retrieve the keys and complete the check-in process at another location approximately three miles from the hotel. The property manager claimed he had emailed instructions the day before, but they were never received. In any case, this information would have been important to know well in advance to make appropriate arrangements. After we managed to get directions over the phone to meet the property manager, the check-in process took over an hour. The apartment itself was in fine condition, though only two shabby towels and one set of well-worn (and somewhat stained) linens were provided for our stay. The apartment was furnished with minimal cookware and enough mismatched dishes for two people to have one meal. The location was good, squeezed between the CBD, De Waterkant and the V&A Waterfront. Unfortunately, our stay was soured on arrival. I would not recommend this accommodation in the future.

4/10 Poor

Sonja, Seefeld

Disliked: Staff & service

Zentralnah aber enttäuschend

Das Dockside Apparment liegt sehr zentral und sowohl Waterfront als auch Longstreet sind gut zu Fuss zu erreichen. An Erholung war jedoch nicht zu denken, es ist einfach nur laut, und dass nicht von der angrenzenden Hauptstraße, sondern im Haus. Lüften geht gar nicht, weil sonst ist es noch lauter. Weder die Terassentüren noch die Fenster im Schlafzimmer sind 100%ig dicht, so dass es immer durchgepfiffen hat. Gut dass wir nur 2 abschließende Nächte dort verbracht haben, für den Preis hätten wir leichter ein richtiges Hotelzimmer mit Frühstücksbüffett genommen.

2/10 Terrible

Esp1, Cape Town

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

Aldri igjen.

Helt ok leilighet, men null info om innsjekking o.L Utleier hadde sendt meg en e-post med informasjon om hvor vi måtte hente nøkkel etc. - hvilket var et godt "Taxistykket" unna - alt i alt et klønete opplegg dersom du skal bo ett sted for en natt slik vi skulle, men for noen som liker å bo i leilighet fremfor hotell er dette sikker ypperlig, treningsrom, basseng (lite) og vakt 24h så kan for noen dette passe fint. For oss var dette totalt skivebom.

2/10 Terrible

Jessenk

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Das geht besser!

Das Appartment liegt an einer stark befahrenen Strasse - LAUT! Das Schlafzimmer hat kein Fenster (nur in den Gang ...). Ausstattung komplett aber spartanisch ...

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Dockside aparment PESSIMO

non c'è riscaldamento quindi se andate in inverno tenetelo presente. il gestore, un inglese, molto antipatico, maleducato e irrispettoso. non hanno le lenzuola, solo coperte, e non è affatto pulito

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

dockside appartement in cape town

ik ben heel positief. lokatie is prima.