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The Portswood Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Cape Town Stadium

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Studio King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
In the heart of Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, The Portswood Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy breakfast or dinner at Quarter Kitchen, with poolside seating, then relax in the garden or by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. With helpful staff and free WiFi, this upscale hotel is sure to leave you feeling refreshed.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $145
$167 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Studio King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Studio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Queen Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Captain Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Captain Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Accessible Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Accessible Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Portswood Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8002

What's nearby

  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Long Street - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Kloof Street - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 21 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 28 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cooked - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mitchell's Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Portswood Hotel

At The Portswood Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cape Town Stadium and Long Street. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Quarter Kitchen, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar, a fitness center, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 101 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle during limited hours*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1994
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Quarter Kitchen - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Link Bar - This poolside cocktail bar serves lunch and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

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Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Portswood V&A
Portswood V&A Hotel
Portswood V&A Hotel Waterfront
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Portswood V&A Waterfront Hotel Cape Town
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Portswood V&A Waterfront Cape Town
The Portswood Hotel Hotel
The Portswood V A Waterfront
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Portswood Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Portswood Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Portswood Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Portswood Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Portswood Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Portswood Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a garden. The Portswood Hotel also has access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, Quarter Kitchen offers garden views and poolside dining.

What's the area around The Portswood Hotel like?

The Portswood Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Cape Town Stadium and 8 minutes' walk from Two Oceans Aquarium. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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