Best Waterfront Hotels in Cape Town

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.

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11 of The Best Waterfront Hotels in Cape Town

Cape Grace Hotel

Cape Town

A beautiful hotel in the centre of Cape Town’s vibrant V&A Waterfront. Excellent service, sumptuous classic interiors, a great restaurant, trendy bar and its own spa. There are magnificent views of Table Mountain and the marina which can be enjoyed from the privacy of your own balcony.

Romantic Break - Enjoy a couple's massage followed by drinks and dinner on your penthouse patio with Jacuzzi to boot!
City Style - A perfect blend of African and European influnces, old and new, in a prime location.
Restaurant - Excellent food is served at breakfast, lunch & dinner in the elegant chanderlied restaurant
Spa - A great variety of treatments available in the in-house spa

from £744 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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The Twelve Apostles Hotel

Cape Town (Camps Bay)

This classic and comfortable hotel is all about location with terrific sea and mountain views. Hourly shuttles mean it’s also well placed for the beaches at Camps Bay and the V&A Waterfront.

Families - Children are welcome here with pool toys, special menus and excellent family accommodation
Spa - In addition to the wide range of treatments you'll find hot & cold plunge pools, and a saltwater flotation pool!
Diving - Explore the Two Oceans or if you are feeling brave experience a shark dive.
Surfing - Muizenberg Beach is considered one of the best surf spots in the world.

from £337 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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The Silo

Cape Town

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, hence the hefty price tag.

City Style - The number one address on Cape Town's Waterfront, in fact Cape Town itself
Spa - Five treatment rooms, sauna, gym, Mani & pedicure zone; the only spa in South Africa using Ling products
Great walks - Perambulate Cape Town's Waterfront, Company Gardens, and some of the city's most notable historic spots
Swimming Pool - Rooftop

from £908 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Compass House Boutique Hotel

Cape Town ( Bantry Bay,)

A luxury boutique 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. Plump for a suite and benefit from the particularly indulgent bathrooms. Get pampered in the spa and easy enjoy easy access to the city.

Local exploring - Perfectly positioned just steps from the Atlantic and less than 10 minutes from the centre of town
Romantic Break - Exclusive, tranquil and adult only - the ideal spot for two
Sights nearby - The Waterfront, just a short drive away, is a hub of activity and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens are well worth a visit
Designer - Much of the furniture has been custom-designed for each room

from £284 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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One & Only Cape Town

Cape Town

Balancing convenience and luxury, this 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, with lots on offer for kids too- a real gem!

City Style - Situated in the hip and happening V&A Waterfront, very close to trendy bars, restaurants and galleries
Families - With luxurious accommodation, kids club and family friendly restaurants the littles ones will love it
Sights nearby - From the heights of Table Mountain to the penguins of Boulder’s Beach there is a long list of things to see and do in Cape Town
Kids Club - Onsite kids club to ensure your little ones don't get bored!

from £438 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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The Marly

Cape Town (Camps Bay,)

Located along Camp's Bay's promenade, with the trendiest rooftop bar, The Marly is popular with guests and locals. Choose from mountain or sea facing views: all are an excellent size, with lavish bathrooms and private balconies. Excellent breakfast included plus gourmet Japanese dining at Umi.

Local exploring - Excellently located, overlooking one of The Cape's best beaches
City Style - Uber stylish interiors in a very trendy part of town
Great walks - Along the surrounding endless beaches, or up The Pipe Trail, in the Table Mountain National Park
Sights nearby - Catch a show at Theatre On The Bay, moments from the hotel

from £232 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Winchester Mansions

Cape Town

This historic hotel occupies a grand position along Sea Points 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 live Jazz on Sundays.

Local exploring - Excellently located between Cape Town's city centre and its best beaches
Great walks - Up to Signal Hill for its beautiful vistas
Sights nearby - The V&A Waterfront is less than 3km away
Swimming Pool - Outdoor pool

from £157 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Hotel On The Promenade

Cape Town

Housed in a colonial-style building, 50m from the Atlantic Ocean, the interiors of this hotel are much more modern. Rooms include Macbook computers, blue tooth speakers: all the mod cons. An excellent breakfast is included plus there is a trendy bar. Excellently located and great value.

Local exploring - Excellently located, you're walking distance from bars, restaurants, and excellent beaches
Great walks - Along The Promenade, Clifton, Queens, and the surrounding beaches
Local markets - The Cape Quarters Saturday Market is a lively morning activity
Seaside

from £119 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Dolphin Inn

Cape Town

Located in central Mouille Point this comfortable guest house provides a homely stay in a great spot. You're within easy reach of many of the Cape's most popular attractions. Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast out on your private balcony. A great stay.

Local exploring - A very central location: perfect for beach and city
Sights nearby - V&A Waterfront is just a 15 minute stroll away
Great walks - Green Point Urban Park
Seaside

from £100 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Victoria & Alfred Hotel

Cape Town

Sit out on your balcony and watch the boats come and go. Overlooking the bustling V&A Waterfront you're right in the middle of things at this stylish boutique hotel. Excellent dining includes a sumptuous breakfast of buffet tables piled high, plus excellent coffee and al fresco lunch and dinners.

Local exploring - You can spot many of Cape Town's best sights from the comfort of your own private balcony!
City Style - Stylish accommodation boasting beautiful views and excellent dining
Sailing - Boats take off from the Waterfront regularly, from diving to fishing, there is plenty to do
Sights nearby - The Waterfront Amphitheatre is just next door

from £235 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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La Splendida

Cape Town

Chic, modern, and well-priced - right in the heart of thriving Green Point. Light filled rooms boast sea views and quirky interiors. You're walking distance from much of the action and lots of great restaurants. The in house restaurant Sótano serves up delicious Mediterranean dishes and cocktails.

Families - Superior rooms are spacious and can easily accommodate families or small groups
Local exploring - Perfectly located, you're a short stroll from all the action
City Style - Sleek, stylish, and well priced
Local markets - Green Point Market is a great place to pick up local handicrafts

from £81 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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11 of The Best Waterfront Hotels in Cape Town

For luxury

For a couples' escape

For a chic boutique

For a traditional stay

For contemporary style

For great value

For the location

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11 of The Best Waterfront Hotels in Cape Town

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