Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

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Protea Hotels by Marriott
8 (2436 reviews)
9 Portswood Road, Victoria & Alfred , Cape Town , za
+27 21 406 1911

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Limited amenities
Poor food quality
Room size issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.96
Several comments about cleanliness issues in both rooms and common areas.
Service
8.93
Consistently positive remarks about staff professionalism and friendliness.
Location
9.47
Many reviewers praised the location's proximity to the waterfront.
Room Quality
7.42
Comments on small room sizes and weak showers, leading to lower scores.
Amenities
6.45
Multiple complaints regarding poor amenities and lack of a pool.
Value for Money
8.41
Good value noted by some; however, specific issues affected perception.
Food and Beverage
6.96
Reviews highlight poor food quality and lack of options during breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.43
General satisfaction, although impacted by mentioned drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:13

Property Description

Unique Historic Setting
Set in a restored 19th-Century prison, Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge offers modern rooms with stunning Table Mountain views.

Luxurious Room Features
The bright and sunny rooms boast full-length windows, work desks, satellite TV, and plush sofas, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Dining with a View
Indulge in a culinary experience at Stonebreakers Restaurant, offering a la carte & buffet menus with breathtaking views of V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain.

Experience the perfect blend of history and luxury at Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge. Book now for an unforgettable stay in Cape Town!

Important information:

In the event of an early departure, the hotel reserves the right to charge for the full duration of the original booking.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • 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.

  • 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.
    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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 25 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2436 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.96
Service: 8.93
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 7.42
Amenities: 6.45
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 6.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Joana • family_with_children • br
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Irene Eugenio Pedro Texeira • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

All... the hotel is excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • couple • za
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Karina • family_with_children • br
3
Não recomendo. Apenas a localização é prática - e por isso, caro demais pro que oferece
Pros:

A equipe foi extremamente gentil mesmo ao lidar com minha insatisfação com o espaço.

Cons:

O hotel foi uma grande decepção: imagens e descrição que estavam no booking não condizem com todas as opções de estadia: alguns prédios e quartos são mais antigos. O prédio onde nós colocaram era originalmente uma prisão, o andar térreo é uma universidade, estavam reformando os corredores… um verdadeiro labirinto, um pessimo astral… o quarto família era pessimo, apertado, realmente uma sensação de prisão. Pedimos cancelamento e formos pra outro hotel.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Luis Fernando B. C. • family_with_children • br
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Carlos Eduardo • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Pascal • family_with_children • ch
7
Der Aufenthalt war okay.
Pros:

Die Lage.

Cons:

Kleine Zimmer

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Ruth Webster • couple • br
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Merks • solo_traveller • br
8
Pros:

Funcionários da recepção bastante simpáticos. Hotel muito bem localizado, com saída direta para o Waterfront. Ótimo para estadias breves.

Cons:

Fiquei no apartamento "família" e achei ele mais apertado do que já mostram as fotos. Fiquei apenas por uma noite para esperar conexão de voo, então foi bem tranquilo. Mais do que isso, o aperto pode incomodar.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Yusuf • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Shani • family_with_children • za
8
Friendly staff , close to V&A
Pros:

Walking distance to the V&A, friendly staff.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Kavi • family_with_children • mu
9
Close and convenient
Pros:

The hotel is very close to all the main facilities and an easy walk.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • couple • mz
8
High standards of care
Pros:

High quality and standards.
Location.

Cons:

On my first day and during breakfast staff start removing food and beverages 15 minutes prior to the end of the hour.
That didn’t happen on the other days of my stay. I believe it was a staff decision, not the management.
Guests shouldn’t be allowed to take food and drinks in containers.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Amira • couple • za
8
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Protea V&A, would definitely come back.
Pros:

Location, staff hospitality, room.

Cons:

Shower drain doesn’t work properly so you end up having to pause the shower for it to drain.

USB charging input didn’t work

TV is a bit small and outdated, HD tv is a minimum these days.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Rowan • solo_traveller • za
5
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
Роман • solo_traveller • ru
8
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Precious • solo_traveller • za
5
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Maria Florencia • solo_traveller • ar
9
Excelente ubicación, en una zona segura de la ciudad.
Pros:

Buena ubicación, cerca del centro comercial y del estadio. Mi habitación era amplia y muy cómoda. El personal muy amable siempre atento a lo
Que necesitábamos.

Cons:

En mi habitación el agua de la ducha salía tibia, sé que lo solucionaron luego.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Consuelo • couple • cl
10
Pros:

La ubicación es perfecta. El hotel es muy cómodo para una parada de una o dos noches en un viaje por Sudáfrica. El desayuno exquisito y el personal muy amable como ocurre en todo Sudáfrica.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Ailsa • family_with_children • gb
8
Stayed here on my 60th birthday & the staff made it special with wine, cake & treats. Cannot thank them enough.
Pros:

Staff were friendly. Property was very close to marina. Great parking. Room, bedding, towels & shower great.

Cons:

Na

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee