The Queen Victoria is right at the heart of the V&A Waterfront
The Queen Victoria is right at the heart of the V&A Waterfront
Life at the V&A Waterfront… Just imagine it: You wake up from a deep slumber that has buried the worries of yesterday under a soft, welcoming mattress.
You draw the curtains to greeted by a natural wonder of the world. Once you’ve admired the beauty of Table Mountain and clothed yourself, you will find you are a literal stone’s throw away from the seafront.
All your shopping needs are catered for, you have every possible dish you could ever wish for right at your doorstep. The days are long, but every second is precious. It may all sound like fantasy, but it is in fact the reality of staying in one of the V&A’s many luxurious hotels.
Read: Everything you need to know about Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront
You can live like a superstar in one of the world’s most exclusive millionaire playgrounds… Consider yourself spoilt for choice:*
The Nine Best Hotels at V&A Waterfront
Best Value for money…
Protea Hotel by Marriott, Cape Town
Where to find it: 9 Portswood Road, Victoria & Alfred, Waterfront, Cape Town.
The Reviews: Totals a 7.9 rating from 975 reviews.
About: The Protea is a restored 19th Century prison that is brimming with history and unique, castle-style architecture. The café is a lovely spot to look over the Waterfront and indulge in a bit of snacking.
What guests like: Many reviewers compliment the staff for their outstanding service and all-round helpfulness.
The Portswood Hotel, V&A Waterfront
Where to find it: Portswood Road, Waterfront, Cape Town.
The Reviews: Has an
About: You’ve got all mod-cons in this maritime-chic hotel. Excellent Wi-Fi, a terraced outdoor swimming pool and pristine en-suites promise to make your Portswood stay a memorable one.
What guests like: Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip. Ideal for a romantic getaway.
A choice of Radissons…
Radisson RED Hotel V&A Waterfront Cape Town
Where to find it: Silo 6, Silo Square, V&A Waterfront, Waterfront, Cape Town.
Reviews & About: The newly opened Rad Red hasn’t aggregated many reviews yet, but those in the know have praised it’s Art Nouveau style and spacious rooms. This is one to keep your eye on as tourist season ramps up into fifth gear.
Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront
Prime Location
Queen Victoria Hotel
Where to find it: Portswood Close, Portswood Ridge, V&A Waterfront, Waterfront, Cape Town.
The Reviews: An average score of 8.6 has been given by 840 reviewers.
About: Indulgence and opulence went into business a while ago and agreed to open a hotel. They named it The Queen Victoria: Crystal Chandeliers, spiralling staircases and marble flooring gives makes every guest feel like royalty.
What guests like: Comfort. Beds, furniture and dining accommodation all rank highly in guest feedback.
The Table Bay Hotel, Waterfront
Where to find it: Quay 6, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront , Waterfront, Cape Town.
The Reviews: The Table Bay has a rating of 9.0 out of 863 reviews.
About: You are as ‘in the Waterfront’ as possible, as the Table Bay triumphantly straddles the harbour and peers over the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean.
What guests like: Location, location, location.
Rooms with a view…
The Commodore Hotel, V&A
OneAndOnly, V&A Waterfront
Where to find it: Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Waterfront, Cape Town.
The Reviews: OneAndOnly are rated 9.2 from 303 guests.
About: This luxury hotel boasts panoramic views of Table Mountain. It has an outdoor infinity pool, a sun-lounger terrace and a spa.
What guests like: Rain forest Showers, marble bathroom floors, and a separate large bath. OneAndOnly provide flawlessly en-suite facilities.
The King of Kings
Cape Grace Hotel and Spa
Where to find it: West Quay Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Waterfront, Cape Town
The Reviews: It’s V&A’s finest hotel, according to CPT tourists. It has a stunning 9.3 rating from 170 previous guests.
About: How did Cape Grace become the Waterfront’s best? By going one step further than the competition. It includes the clearest views of the yacht marina, the swankiest spa in existence, and large flat screen TV’s in every room.
What guests like: The range of whiskeys, fine wines and culinary delights by the hotel restaurants.
