The Trade Boutique Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (1319 reviews)
55 Shortmarket Street , Cape Town , za

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Uncomfortable mattress
Limited breakfast options
Rooftop bar closed

Categories

Cleanliness
8.73
Clean and functional rooms noted, some minor concerns about noise.
Service
9.4
Staff were consistently described as friendly, attentive, and excellent.
Location
9.24
Central location with easy access to restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
8.19
Room size was pleasant, but some complaints about mattress comfort.
Amenities
8.72
Good facilities, though some issues with rooftop access.
Value for Money
8.68
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Good quality food but limited breakfast options for some.
Overall Experience
9
Overall a great experience with some minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 00:54

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation: Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities, including a fridge, oven, and flat-screen TV.

Convenient Location: Ideally situated in the heart of Cape Town, with popular attractions like the V&A Waterfront just a short distance away.

Top-notch Services: Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and on-site restaurant for a hassle-free stay.

Experience comfort and convenience at The Trade Boutique Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1319 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.73
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 8.19
Amenities: 8.72
Value for Money: 8.68
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 9
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Charlie • solo_traveller • gb
9
As good as the reviews
Pros:

The staff are amazing. Friendly and helpful. Great location

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Alberto.Frisan • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Pierre • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Micaela • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Gcobisa • couple • za
10
Fabulous
Pros:

The room was absolutely beautiful, the staff were so friendly..

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Nadja • solo_traveller • za
10
LOVED !! Will return
Pros:

This is an amazing hotel - in a brilliant location with incredibly friendly staff

Cons:

The fact it has a really cool (albeit very pricey) rooftop bar was a bonus

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Alexpex • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Tutto perfetto. Rapporto qualità prezzo, pulizia, stanze grandi con due bagni. Lo consiglio

Cons:

Niente

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Naseegah • couple • ae
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
F
Fortune • couple • za
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Howard • solo_traveller • za
6
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Marisa • extended_group • za
10
Perfect stay and we will be back!
Pros:

The staff were so amazing and helpful, friendly, funny and professional. We loved the look and feel
of the space and the design. The rooftop bar is so beautiful!

Cons:

We liked everything!

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
K
Kurt • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
K
Kotze • couple • za
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Lizelle • extended_group • za
10
Beautiful Gem in the Heart of Cape Town
Pros:

Amazing weekend in the middle of Cape Town. The staff were awesome and we feel from the start to end as royalty. The hotel was immaculate and the decor gorgeous. Bed linen and towels were good quality. Water, coffee and milk extra bonus. Super clean and spotless. Safe area and safe parking. Big thank you to all the staff members. We will definitely be back!!!!

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Teagan-Lee • couple • za
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Ntuthuko • family_with_children • za
9
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • nz
8
Good Hotel
Pros:

Good location, great staff especially Heino who was so helpful.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
M
michele • couple • it
8
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • couple • za
9
Hotel Budapest vibe with a Cape Town flair. Centrally located
Pros:

Emplacement parfait. Central à tout. Cuisine bien équipée avec réchaud, micro-ondes, machine à café et bouilloire. Rooftop terrasse avec magnifique vues de nuit sur la ville. Très jolie décoration. Service chaleureux et très serviable

Cons:

Chambre et salle de bains un peu petites.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Yolanda • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee