Situated on the doorstop of the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town's premier leisure complex, the Southern Sun Waterfront hotel is ideal for exploring the city, offering great value in an amazing location. The hotel boasts a contemporary design with impressive and modern rooms in addition to the great dining options available. An elegant swimming pool provides some well deserved relaxation after a hard day's sightseeing.
Amenities
Babysitting service
Wheelchair access
Bar
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Close to City Centre
Where is it
Just outside the entrance to the V&A Waterfront. Transfer time from airport: 25 minutes.
Hotel information
537 rooms on 14 floors in 1 building with 5 lifts. All with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi, satellite TV, telephone, in-room safe, tea/coffee maker and hairdryer. Standard Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Executive Rooms are larger in size, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Family Rooms have 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Suites have a seating area, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Yizani (contemporary South African fusion restaurant). Waterfront Bar (cocktail bar serving light meals).
Outdoor swimming pool. Fitness centre. Utopia beauty salon and spa*.
Wheelchair-accessible rooms with twin beds and roll-in shower.Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page
*Denotes local charge.
Based on 2872 reviews
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A great introduction to Cape Town
Jan 17, 2025cotswoldrhino
A great base for our first trip to Cape Town. The included breakfast was great, and we made good use of the regular shuttle to the Waterfront. The in-room facilities were ideal, and the WiFi great. We found all the staff to be cheery and helpful. Towards the end of our stay we picked up a hire car, and we were able to put it in the hotel car park… Read more
A great base for our first trip to Cape Town. The included breakfast was great, and we made good use of the regular shuttle to the Waterfront. The in-room facilities were ideal, and the WiFi great. We found all the staff to be cheery and helpful. Towards the end of our stay we picked up a hire car, and we were able to put it in the hotel car park for ZAR 55 per night. We made good use of the city site-seeing buses, which stops just around the corner Read less
Great hotel; perfect location
Jan 13, 2025KiaraVallabhEast London, South Africa
This hotel is in prime location, with the V&A Waterfront and CBD just a short drive away. Also a good middle ground to explore surrounding areas (e.g. Sea Point & Camps Bay etc). The V&A is walkable, but much safer to drive and be sure to make use of the complimentary shuttle to the V&A as it runs throughout the day on the hour. Lovely hotel,… Read more
This hotel is in prime location, with the V&A Waterfront and CBD just a short drive away. Also a good middle ground to explore surrounding areas (e.g. Sea Point & Camps Bay etc). The V&A is walkable, but much safer to drive and be sure to make use of the complimentary shuttle to the V&A as it runs throughout the day on the hour. Lovely hotel, very clean and modern. This was our second stay, and we thoroughly enjoy the big breakfasts. The staff who do late-night check-ins could be a little more friendly - as frustrating it is to be working late, we also had a long journey to get to there. However, during the day, the receptionists are lovely. Special thanks to the ladies who went over and above to help me with my injury. The bar, room and restaurant service is superb as well. Lots of parking space in the basement, but be aware that you will have to pay for this aside from your accommodation fees. Otherwise, very safe and comfortable stay. Read less
Great Location
Jan 12, 2025SLC1716Ipswich, United Kingdom
The hotel is in a great location, but the hotel rooms are getting a little run down now. Facilities were great, lots of choice for breakfast, and reception were really helpful. Great shuttle service to and from the waterfront which was really useful.
Good location and facilities
Dec 25, 2024AD21SA
Convenient location with efficient shuttle service to the Waterfront. Last shuttle was overcrowded but the overflow was accomodated by The Cullinan shuttle. There was a communal microwave for guests to use anytime of the day, which was very helpful for reheating leftover meals especially when travelling with kids.
Comfortable stay
Nov 30, 2024liverpool1023London, United Kingdom
A little tired around the edges, but handily located next to the Culninan hotel and the CTCC. The rooms are moderately sized, quiet and comfortable. The breakfast options are good. The gym is actually better than the Cullinan hotel. The overall levels of service were a little uninspired but still satisfactory.
A great introduction to Cape Town
