Southern Sun Cape Sun

Hotels
Southern Sun Hotels
8.4 (2962 reviews)
Strand Street , Cape Town , za

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good location
Cons:
Inconsistent breakfast quality
Service issues from specific staff

Categories

Cleanliness
7.61
Some reviews mention a strong odor in the bathroom and cleanliness issues with towels.
Service
9.08
Overall positive experiences with staff; however, some negative experiences are noted regarding specific staff behavior.
Location
9.12
Consistently mentioned as a positive aspect of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.57
Rooms are spacious and comfortable as highlighted in several reviews.
Amenities
8.6
Amenities like the gym and pool were appreciated; overall quality is good.
Value for Money
8.56
Many guests felt they got good value for their stay.
Food and Beverage
7.11
Reviews indicated dissatisfaction with breakfast options and quality.
Overall Experience
8.58
General satisfaction with the hotel experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 22:53

Property Description

Central Location in Cape Town
Located in the heart of Cape Town, the Southern Sun Cape Sun offers stunning views of Table Mountain, Robben Island, and Table Bay. Guests can explore nearby attractions like the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and Clifton Beach.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in spacious, air-conditioned rooms with antique-style décor and en suite bathrooms. Enjoy a buffet breakfast at Riempies Restaurant and savor a mix of modern and traditional cuisine. Unwind at Le Bar and Lounge or take a dip in the splash pool.

Convenient Facilities
Stay active at the fitness center or venture to nearby attractions like The Company Gardens and Green Market Square. With golf clubs and the Cape Town International Convention Center in close proximity, the Southern Sun Cape Sun ensures a memorable stay.

Book now for a luxurious experience in the heart of Cape Town!

Important information:

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.

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

Property Policies

  • 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.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs ZAR 65 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2962 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.61
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 7.11
Overall Experience: 8.58
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Christine couple za
7
Not value for money but ok
Pros:

The staff were friendly and professional

Cons:

The hotel is tired and the rooms need a revamp.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
P
Pimentel couple ao
10
2026-04-23 via Nuitee
T
Tours solo_traveller za
9
2026-04-23 via Nuitee
B
Betty solo_traveller zw
8
2026-04-22 via Nuitee
S
shajal solo_traveller za
8
2026-04-22 via Nuitee
R
Renzo couple za
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
S
Sanele Jerome solo_traveller za
8
Pros:

Nice facility and very convenient for visitors like myself.

Cons:

The curtains at my room need to fix.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
P
PAUL BAYETHE solo_traveller zw
10
Splendid and
Pros:

Space and accessibility

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
K
Klaas couple za
10
Pros:

Hospitality was great. I loved every moment. Access into the parking is not easy and they had a special beer.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
J
JulluJ Business
4
WiFi - Southern Sun Cape Sun
Pros:

If you're nostalgic about the 90s, when WiFi did not exist, this is your hotel.
The WiFi reception in most rooms switches from unbelievably terrible to unavailable.
Luckily it's located within walking distance or a short ride from many amenities so you can leave your zero-WiFi room & go experience & appreciate the outdoors like your ancestors once did.

2026-04-17 via Tripadvisor
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Choongo solo_traveller zm
8
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Sock Hoon solo_traveller sg
7
Good location
Pros:

The location is good, with malls and eateries around. It's within walking distance to the city Sightseeing Ticket Office (Bus Stop #5). There is a free shuttle bus to and from VA Waterfront every evening from 5-10pm.

The room is spacious, with complimentary sparkling apple juice, water, chocolates, tea and coffee, and cookies. The bed is comfortable.

Cons:

The building and the interior/furniture look old. Only a rain shower is available in the bathroom so a shower cap is required if you don't plan to wash your hair. The pillows are too soft.

The shower seemed to run out of hot water on one of the nights. On another night, we experienced a momentary blackout and though power was restored after a few minutes, we continued to experience intermittent power outages throughout the night.

As this hotel is located in the city, traffic could be quite bad, especially in the mornings. Do cater time for your uber ride to arrive to pick you, especially if you are going to the airport.

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
L
Louis family_with_children za
6
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple tz
9
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Bronagh solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful view from room. Wonderful food. Very comfortable.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
M
Mangaliso family_with_children za
8
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
N
Nokwanda Simunye couple za
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
R
Rajan family_with_children za
7
Pros:

Great hospitality, good size room, breakfast on Good Friday and Easter Monday was excellent.

Cons:

Family rooms are given 2 bath towels only and you have to keep calling. teenage kids cannot share towels. Irons are broken. Opportunity to make gym bigger as most people want this facility.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Confiance couple fr
7
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Judith Bukelwa family_with_children za
10
Pros:

Everything was wonderful.

Cons:

I loved everything .your place is beautiful.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee