Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

4 stars
1 Lower Buitengracht, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
8.2
Very good
based on 1044 reviews
1,044 reviews
Thu 11/12
-
Fri 12/12
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$215
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$215
Double room
$229
Queen room
$343
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Overview

This hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a modern fitness centre, and is located 600 metres from the V&A Waterfront. It is just 5 minutes’ walk from the Cape Town International Convention Centre. All of the bright, spacious rooms at the Southern Sun Waterfront include a flat-screen TV and air-conditioning. Each has an en suite and some come with a lounge area with a minibar and an espresso machine. A buffet breakfast is served daily, which can also be taken in the room. Guests can try a drink at the bar or coffee shop, while Yizani Restaurant serves meals with a strong South African influence. In-room dining is available 24 hours a day. Attractions in the area include Two Oceans Aquarium, just over 1km away, and Table Mountain which is less than 6km away. The Southern Sun is 20km from the Cape Town International Airport.
8.2
Very good rating
Based on 1,044 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

Thu 11/12
Fri 12/12
Queen room
1 queen bed
$343
nightly with VAT
1 queen bed
$360
nightly with VAT
Double room
2 double beds
$229
nightly with VAT
2 double beds
$246
nightly with VAT
2 double beds
$266
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
bed type unknown
$215
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
$218
nightly with VAT
1 queen bed
$226
nightly with VAT
Executive room
bed type unknown
$486
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
$784
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Foot massage
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massage

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Beauty salon
  • Hiking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Gym

Reviews of Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

8.2
Very good
1044 verified ratings
Wonderful
452
Very good
243
Good
158
Okay
67
Fair
60
Mediocre
30
Poor
34

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's friendly staff, cleanliness, and convenient location. Many enjoyed the breakfast and restaurant services, while some mentioned issues with room maintenance and amenities. Overall, the positive experiences outweighed the negatives, making it a recommended choice for travelers.
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Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
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10
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Anonymous, Jan 2020
Pros (+) Breakfast was great, especially the croissants
6.8
Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) The location is very good- close to the shopping malls and other amenities and easy to get to from outside the city . Thanks for the shuttle too .The meals are also good
Cons (-) Front Office staff can do better, phones go unanswered and some staff look at you like they dont want you to talk to them

Location

1 Lower Buitengracht, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Cape Town International Convention Centre0.4 km
  • City Bowl0.6 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront1 km
  • Long Street1 km
  • Parliament of South Africa1.3 km
  • Cape Town Stadium1.8 km
  • Signal Hill1.8 km
  • Table Bay3.3 km
  • Table Mountain5.4 km
  • Clifton5.4 km
  • University of Cape Town5.8 km
  • Canal Walk8.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

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Average price (weekend night)

December
October
$318
$531
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 58% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $258, while the most expensive was $261.
  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

  • Where is Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town located?

    Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town is located at 1 Lower Buitengracht in City Centre, 2.2 km from the centre of Cape Town. Cape Town International Convention Centre is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town.

  • Does Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town from the airport?

    Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town is 17.8 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.1
2.2 km
Cape Town Intl
17.8 km

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