
While technically still a working harbour, that's not what draws people to Cape Town's V&A Waterfront. The area is actually renowned for its retail, from high-end stores to local boutiques, plus there's an excellent choice of restaurants and bars. With Table Mountain dominating the background - this is an unsurprisingly sought after destination. But in addition to the V&A area, we've found other beachside neighbourhoods, and a base in one of these will really allow you to have a best of both worlds holiday: beach and city combined! Our hotel experts have scoured the city to bring you the best waterfront hotels in Cape Town. From all-out luxury to charming family-run boutiques, there's something to suit almost any taste or budget.
For luxury

- One & Only Cape Town is the ultimate urban resort with an enormous pool, award-winning spa and fantastic views of the iconic Table Mountain. Boasting three gourmet restaurants and mere steps from the hip V&A Waterfront's shops and bars.
- The Silo is a former grain silo, this 28-bedroom hotel, is located on Cape Town's bustling Waterfront. The city's most hotly anticipated hotel it is a haven for the arts and 21st-century luxury. Each of its bedrooms is the height of lavish decor with bathrooms worthy of a ballroom.
For a couples' escape

- The Twelve Apostles is a classic hotel that boasts spectacular coastal and mountain views and easy access to the beaches at Camps Bay. With an award winning restaurant and spa, candlelit dinners, this it is the perfect spot for a little romance!
- Compass House Boutique Hotel is a luxury hotel situated just minutes from the beach in the dramatic Bantry Bay area. Swish rooms are all white on white style with unbeatable sea views. Exclusive, tranquil and adult only - the ideal spot for two.
- Cape Grace is a beautiful hotel in the centre of Cape Town’s vibrant V&A Waterfront. With excellent service, sumptuous classic interiors, a great restaurant, trendy bar and its own spa, this is the perfect destination for a romantic break.
For a chic boutique

- The Marly has eleven chic rooms located along Camps Bay's promenade. The design is decadent and bedrooms offer wonderful sea views from their private balconies. With an excellent Japanese restaurant and an achingly cool roof terrace that features a pool and a bar, this is a hip stay.
- The small Hotel on the Promenade is set in an old colonial building, in the Sea Point neighbourhood, just round the headland from the V&A Waterfront. The seven rooms are simply styled and feature plenty of mod cons including a Macbook. With a trendy bar, this is a chic city crashpad.
For a traditional stay

- Winchester Mansions is a historic hotel occupying a grand position along Sea Point promenade. Behind its traditional white Cape Dutch facade the hotel houses classic interiors with large rooms, both sea and mountain facing. Choose between fine dining at Harvey's or relax at the Gingko spa, plus there's live jazz on Sundays.
For contemporary style

- La Splendida is chic, modern, and well-priced - right in the heart of thriving Green Point. Light filled rooms boast sea views from the large floor-to-ceiling windows and cool quirky interiors. Complete with an excellent Mediterranean restaurant, this is a stylish stay.
For great value

- Dolphin Inn is a charming guest house located in central Mouille Point. Interiors are homely yet chic and the best have kitchenettes. A great value city pad, well situated for exploring Cape Town.
For the location

- The Victoria & Alfred Hotel is situated right on the V&A Waterfront so you can sit out on your balcony and watch the boats come and go. The interiors are sleek and contemporary and there's an al fresco restaurant and bar.
Still not sure which to book?