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“Dating back to the 1800s, this former harbour master's abode provides luxurious and intimate accommodation. Individually decorated rooms overlook its gardens and the waterfront beyond. An indulgent breakfast is served each morning. Spa services can be arranged at their nextdoor hotel.”

“Dating back to the 1800s, this former harbour master's abode provides luxurious and intimate accommodation. Individually decorated rooms overlook its gardens and the waterfront beyond. An indulgent breakfast is served each morning. Spa services can be arranged at their nextdoor hotel.”

Recommended For

  • Local exploring
  • Walking distance from the V&A Waterfront and many of Cape Town's attractions
  • City Style
  • A chic, luxurious stay in the heart of town
  • Wine tasting
  • Take a drive to Constantia to visit the Groot Constantia, one of Cape Town's oldest and best vineyards
  • Sights nearby
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and all its attractions right on your front door
  • Close to nightlife
  • If you fancy a laugh, Cape Town Comedy Club is 100m away
  • Museums
  • South African Maritime Museum is moments from the hotel
  • Learning
  • Boats to Robben Island disembark daily
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Charming
  • Intimate
  • Romantic
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Colonial
  • Antiques
  • Townhouse
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Boutique
  • Historic
  • Gym
  • Luxury
  • Child friendly
  • Disabled access
  • Traditional
  • Contemporary

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Free of charge
  • Swimming Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Surcharge
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Wifi
  • Safe
  • Bath robes
  • Bar
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • Outdoor dining
  • No pets
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Garden
  • Gym
  • Child friendly
  • Room service
  • Disabled access
  • Suites
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Wine tasting
  • Take a drive to Constantia to visit the Groot Constantia, one of Cape Town's oldest and best vineyards
  • Sights nearby
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and all its attractions right on your front door
  • Close to nightlife
  • If you fancy a laugh, Cape Town Comedy Club is 100m away
  • Museums
  • South African Maritime Museum is moments from the hotel
  • Learning
  • Boats to Robben Island disembark daily

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The best waterfront hotels in Cape Town

Dock House has a plum position right on the edge of Portswood Ridge, the harbour’s historic precinct that overlooks the Waterfront, with a garden gate providing direct access.

Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)

Top 10: the best boutique hotels in Cape Town

This exclusive six-room boutique hotel, located in the 19th-century harbour master’s house, combines brilliant proximity to the number one tourist destination – a one-minute descent through your private gate and you’re in the Waterfront’s bustling heart.

Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)

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