Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

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Southern Sun Hotels
8.4 (2463 reviews)
1 Lower Buitengracht , Cape Town , ZA
+27 21 409 4000

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent service
Variety in food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Cramped rooms
Inconsistent AC
Small bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.24
Cleanliness was poor in some instances with reports of bad smells in rooms.
Service
9.21
The service was noted to be exceptional along with super friendly staff.
Location
9.25
The location was praised, particularly for shuttle access to attractions.
Room Quality
7.2
Rooms were reported as cramped with some mentioning small room issues.
Amenities
8.73
Facilities including free shuttles and children’s entertainment received positive feedback.
Value for Money
8.69
The hotel offers great value for money with reasonable prices for food and services.
Food and Beverage
8.24
Food quality was good but with comments on pricing for special meals.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall experience was generally positive with some issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:57

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience the comfort and elegance of the Southern Sun Waterfront's bright and spacious rooms, equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning. Some rooms even feature a lounge area with a minibar and espresso machine for your relaxation and convenience.

Dining and Leisure
Indulge in a delicious buffet breakfast served daily or opt for in-room dining available 24/7. Sip on drinks at the bar or coffee shop, and savor meals with a South African flair at Yizani Restaurant. Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or stay active at the modern fitness centre.

Prime Location
Conveniently situated just a short walk from the V&A Waterfront and the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the hotel offers easy access to top attractions like the Two Oceans Aquarium and Table Mountain. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

between 6 September to 1 November 2024, Southern Sun Waterfront will be undergoing an exterior refurbishment. As part of this process, workers will be employing rope access techniques to prepare and paint the building's façade. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will endeavor to keep disruptions to a minimum. We appreciate your understanding as we work to enhance our hotel.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2463 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.24
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 8.24
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Osagie • solo_traveller • ng
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Osagie • solo_traveller • ng
8
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Melandi • solo_traveller • na
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • gb
7
Decent hotel
Pros:

The staff were so friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean and well looked after. The room was spacious and beautiful. We booked the hotel about an hour before we got there (due to issues with our other hotel) and we did not have to wait for our room to be ready. The restaurant was lovely and larger than you think.

Cons:

The service in the restaurant could have been a bit quicker due to how quiet it was.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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FMADI • solo_traveller • cd
9
Pros:

Nice spot

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
7
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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MAMADOU • couple • fr
9
Agréable
Pros:

Très bon petit déjeuner
Personnel sympathique et disponible

Cons:

Piscine non chauffée et petite

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Moleko • family_with_children • za
8
Pros:

The location is perfect although they say it’s the waterfront it’s a bit further and there’s a highway right next to it, so the shuttle works best. The room was beautiful clean and nearly renovated.

Cons:

The first two nights I didn’t sleep because of the Aircon making a lot of noise. The second night it was really bad they had to move me to another room in the middle of the night.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Orapeleng • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Candice • solo_traveller • za
8
Happy overall
Pros:

Service,snacks & food, free shuttle

Cons:

Limited food variety, paint smell and small bathroom

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Santhosh • solo_traveller • in
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mario Salimo • couple • mz
8
Espetacular
Pros:

Excelente pequeno almoço e a localização muito boa

Cons:

Foi tudo muito bom

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Neliswa • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Vishal • couple • za
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Fadia • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Fadia • couple • za
7
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Etienne • extended_group • za
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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TK • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kiyara • couple • za
9
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee