Dock House Boutique Hotel and Spa by NEWMARK

Hotels
Newmark Hotels, Reserves and Lodges
9.6 (136 reviews)
Portswood Close, Portswood Ridge , Cape Town , za

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Luggage storage
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
10
Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.8
Great location.
Room Quality
9.34
Room was well appointed.
Amenities
9.29
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.32
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.78
Breakfast was excellent.
Overall Experience
9.93
Exceptional overall experience with no notable cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 21:25

Property Description

Historic Charm and Exclusive Location
Built in the 1800’s as a private residence for the harbour master, Dock House is now one of Cape Town’s most exclusive boutique hotels, offering panoramic views of the harbour and personalized service.

Luxurious Amenities and Personalized Service
Enjoy a swim in the stylish outdoor pool, have a massage arranged by your own butler, and access state-of-the-art gym facilities at the nearby wellness centre. Each guest room and suite offers classic décor and stunning waterfront views.

Fine Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in the private chef’s sophisticated dinner menu in the tranquil outdoor dining area or in the comfort of your room. With a library, free wireless internet, and beautiful surroundings, Dock House offers the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation.

Book your stay at Dock House for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the V&A Waterfront.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CPT

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 136 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 10
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 9.34
Amenities: 9.29
Value for Money: 9.32
Food and Beverage: 9.78
Overall Experience: 9.93
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Richard couple gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Julie couple ie
9
Pros:

Location, service , comfortable room

2026-01-13 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
10
Beautiful property great stay.
Pros:

Beautiful property the room and the location was perfect

Cons:

Sometimes people from their sister property came to use the pool which we knew about but it was really nice when it was just the 6 rooms using it

2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Waters couple us
10
Great hotel in a great location
Pros:

Great location. Room was well appointed. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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Dr. Bernd couple de
10
2025-12-20 via Nuitee
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Lwazi couple za
8
2025-12-14 via Nuitee
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Lisa solo_traveller au
8
2025-09-01 via Nuitee
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LIBBY2212 family_with_children de
10
Lovely hotel, with friendly staff, excellent rooms in a fantastic location
Pros:

Very large room
Comfortable bed
Excellent location
Staff was very friendly and proactive
Small room service menu but excellent food
Great breakfast selection

Cons:

Nothing

2025-07-22 via Nuitee
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lorraine164 Couples
8
Beautiful Building
Pros:

We were originally booked to stay here when we visited Cape Town, however we were told they had over booked, so we were shifted to another hotel across the courtyard. Due to plumbing issues in our room at that hotel we were then shifted to The Dock House, which happened quite late at night. Unfortunately this meant we didn’t get the full experience of the hotel, as we checked out early the next morning. Our room was large, spacious and clean. The heating worked well as it was a very cold night. The breakfast the following morning was lovely and the staff were very attentive. We would book again, with the hope of being able to use more of the facilities offered.

2025-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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ElianaTC Couples
10
An excellent choice in Cape Town
Pros:

This is a very charming hotel, in a wonderful location, very close to The Waterfront. The rooms are big and beautifully decorated, extremely confortable. The service is very kind and accommodating. All in all, an excellent choice in Cape Town!

2025-06-06 via Tripadvisor
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Stefanus young couple za
9
Superb
Pros:

Pretty much everything is to like. From the exceptionally friendly staff, through to the extremely spacious and luxurious room, to the fresh and tasty breakfast. Highly recommended indeed. will most certainly return. We spoiled ourselves with a treatment at the spa. And what a treat it was!!

Cons:

A location like this normally comes at a price as far as it concerns noise. This is to be expected. Double glazing would go a long way. This comment should not be seen as a major negative to the property, it is a minor observation and will not prevent us from returning to this lovely hotel and spa.

2025-05-13 via Nuitee
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Meg young couple za
8
Very good
2025-04-27 via Nuitee
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Eugene young couple za
5
Passable
Pros:

We did not stay there, when we arrived we were shown to our room, from the entrance we turned left and at the end of short passage the attendant opened a door to a stairwell in which was a steep staircase up to our room!! There is no lift and this room apparently was not accessible even from the normal staircase of the building. I have never seen this before in a 5star hotel in al my many travels around the world. My wife had injured her leg and it was therefore it was impossible to stay there. We were offered a room in the sister hotel, the Queen Victoria, which we accepted reluctantly, also not up to 5star standard,it had a tiny bedroom with only one chair, we ordered room service and the waiter arrived with a tray, but there was nowhere to put it, so he fetched a trolley and I sat on the bed to eat! Most of the room was taken up by a passage and an over large shower room, no bath, where the shower pressure was pathetic. Not a good experience.
That said the staff were excellent and we had dinner there on our last night, reluctantly but my wife’s injury made necessary, and we were pleasantly surprised because the dinner was excellent.

2025-04-21 via Nuitee
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Gary young couple ae
8
A very enjoyable stay at the Dock House, made better by the amazing staff
Pros:

Fantastic Location, great staff, especially Ashley who made sure all our needs were taken care of.

Cons:

Hotel is a little on the pricey side for what it is.

2025-04-08 via Nuitee
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U1867VHpaulk Couples
10
Amazing Dock house boutique hotel
Pros:

This is an oasis of calm .
From the moment we were greeted by Lulu at reception we felt like it was a home away from home .
Micheal looked after us in the dock house during breakfast for two days and was amazing 10/10 his paw print Capoccino was fabulous and his attention to customer satisfaction was clear to see.
Ashley looked after us on our last morning and was a delight.
His flower displays and passion was fantastic .
The gentleman at the front doors greeted us and helped with our luggage, I'm sorry I didn't get his name but he was also outstanding.
We also had an amazing couple massage in the spa it was so relaxing and very reasonably priced.
Thank you girls .
Overall this is a must stay part of any planned trip to the wonderful Cape town.
We will return .
Paul and Lindsey from Lincolnshire UK

2025-03-14 via Tripadvisor
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James young couple gb
9
Room 1 is a suite with separate living room and private walled garden.very good value for money. Will 100% stay about in
Pros:

Superbly comfortable bed and linens.
Excellent staff

Cons:

Shower had very poor pressure

2025-03-02 via Nuitee
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partoow Couples gb
10
Excellent Everything
Pros:

We arrived early as our flight landed at 7am , this is a busy time on the road into Cape Town. On arriving at the Hotel ( you use the reception of the Queen Victoria which is next door) every member of staff is friendly and beyond helpful , never over bearing.( we did have to wait for our room but our luggage was stored we were offered breakfast and we got to relax on sun beds by the pool.
The Dock House is a heritage building and has the most lovely garden, pool and outside lounging area . It’s surrounded by tall hedging and this gives it a ‘secret garden’ feel when the wonderful V&A Waterfront is just down the steps ( you can hear the buskers , which is very pleasant)
Our room was so well appointed ( we didn’t want the front ) so our room (6) was perfect! Excellent shower,bath , super comfortable bed.
Breakfast you have the choice to eat where you want including the lovely breakfast room in Dockhouse, perfect eggs Benedict!!
The manager of Dockhouse is so friendly and helpful, actually every member of staff was amazing!!!
I would absolutely recommend staying here, you really get to experience the best CapeTown has to offer.

2025-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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andrewsM4187QT Couples gb
10
Gorgeous
Pros:

This is a Victorian colonial building that has been turned into a small boutique hotel and it’s gorgeous

The rooms are excellent and they nance a great spa and gym

The pool area is small but perfectly formed and a tranquil area with the buskers music floating in over the hedgerows where Clayton’s bar staff deliver drinks with style and a smile

Breakfast is served in a small dining room overlooking the garden and what it lacks in size it more than makes up for in quality

Service is unimpeachable and I would return in a heartbeat

The location is to die for

2025-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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Andreas young couple gb
9
Superb
2025-01-25 via Nuitee
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HeckersLeeds Couples gb
10
Amazing Boutique Hotel in V&A Waterfront
Pros:

There are only 5 rooms in this boutique hotel and we stayed in a luxury suite which was massive and amazing. Large living room, separate large bathroom and (again!) large bedroom with king bed. Nice little patio area off the bedroom. The living room fronts onto the hotel pool and sun loungers. We only stayed 2 nights but had a fabulous time. At checkin, we were escorted to the suite by the receptionist and our cases were delivered promptly.
Breakfast was included and consisted of a lovely small continental selection and (to order) hot breakfast of any type you like. I had the eggs Benedict which were fantastic.
Hotel is a short walk from the V&A Waterfront shops, bars, restaurants etc.
Felt completely safe with lots of security staff present all the time.
Lovely stay.
Thanks to Ashley for the personalised breakfast service but also to all the staff for their care and attention.
Well worth the money (it was expensive)
Recommend the Pier restaurant for fine dining and Harbour House for less formal dining.

2025-01-17 via Tripadvisor