A little Gem and other Cape Town, South Africa Hotel/Accommodation Reviews

The service and friendliness of the staff at this hotel is second to none!

Situated just a chip and a put from the city and the V&A Waterfront the Cape Manor offers a cheaper alternative to those wanting affordable accommodation within reach of the V&A.

Unique Qualities: The friendly staff will make you feel at home.
An owner managed hotel.

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Theme: Hotel
Comparison: about average
Prices: US$40-80  » Currency Converter
Phone: +27 21 434 9559
Address: Sea Point
Directions: Marais Road
Sea Point
Website: www.capemanor.co.za

This is the place to be seen if you're a young wannabee model/ movie star.

The entrance lobby is decorated in Hollywood movie set style and the loft style rooms are spacious and luxurious.

Unique Qualities: Well located with easy access to the city as well as the V&A Waterfront.

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Theme: Hotel
Comparison: more expensive than average
Prices: US$120-180  » Currency Converter
Address: Cnr Somerset and Ebenezer Roads, Cape Town, Cape
Directions: Near the Traffic Departments Headquarters in Somerset Rd.

I havn't stayed here but it's Bill & Hillary Clinton's favourite Cape Town Hotel.


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Theme: Hotel
Comparison: most expensive
Prices: US$180 and up  » Currency Converter
Address: West Quay, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape

You won't find another hotel this close to the waterfront offering rates so low.

Unique Qualities: Built in a converted 19th-century prison on Portswood Ridge, the Breakwater certainly won't win any awards for charm or coziness. Its history is quite evident in the long, narrow corridors, which lead to tiny, sparsely furnished cells (sorry, rooms). Nevertheless, the rooms are clean and have TVs, phones, and tea- and coffeemakers. Ask for a room with a view of Table Mountain. www.breakwaterlodge.co.za. 327 rooms, 110 family units without bath. 2 restaurants, bar. AE, DC, MC, V.

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Theme: Hotel
Comparison: less expensive than average
Prices: US$80-120  » Currency Converter
Phone: Phone: 021/406-1911
Address: Portswood Road Victoria and Alfred Waterfront C
Directions: Portswood Rd., Cape Town 8001, South Africa
Website: www.breakwaterlodge.co.za
Other Contact: Fax: 021/406-1070

Unique Qualities: Houw hoek inn is the oldest functional inn in South Africa.
This beautiful old hotel is situated near Grabouw. .Most of the ground floor dates from 1779. Gracious old oaks, flanked by towering poplars, and one of the biggest blue gum trees in South Africa, spreads it's sheltering branches over the historic Inn.

The upper story was added in 1860 and since then the Inn has been progressively extended. The adjoining old farm buildings have been converted into dining rooms and conference rooms, retaining their original character.

The Houw Hoek Inn offers you traditional Sunday lunches, Saturday night dinner dances, full seminar and conference facilities, and is an ideal venue for private functions.

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Theme: Inn
Comparison: about average
Prices: US$40-80  » Currency Converter
Phone: (028) 284 9646
Address: Just off the N2 highway as you go through the Houw Hoek Pass
Directions: P.O. BOX 95 GRABOUW 7160
TEL:
FAX: (028) 284 9112
Website: www.houwhoekinn.co.za

Unique Qualities: Formula 1 hotels can be found countrywide and offer a cheap alternative to the cash strapped traveller.
The rooms are small but reasonably kitted out sleeping up to 3 with colour television and en suite shower / toilet "cubicle".
Breaskfasts are the only meals available but the hotels are ususlly situated near restaurants.

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Theme: Hotel
Comparison: least expensive
Prices: less than US$20  » Currency Converter
Phone: +2721 418-4664
Address: Throughout South Africa - See web address
Directions: Cnr Jan Smuts Ave and Martin Hammerschlag Way,
Foreshore,
Cape Town
From N1, exit Heerengracht, turn left into Jan Smuts Ave.
From N12, exit Hertzog Boulevard, turn right into Jan Smuts Ave.
Behind the Artscape Theatre.
Website: www.formule1.co.za

Unique Qualities: Location Location Location!
This hotel is situated at the main entrance to the V&A Waterfront and is equally convenient if you want to visit the city.

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Address: COR DOCK AND ALFRED ROADS, Cape Town, WE 8012
Directions: At the main entrance to the V&A Waterfront

Unique Qualities: Situated at the foot of Table Mountain in the quiet suburb "Gardens" this hostel has everything to offer at a remarkably affordable price including a free airport pick up service.

Easy access to the city by taxi or a leisurely stroll down Government Avenue, through the Company's Gardens, past the Houses of Parliament.

24hr reception, Internet terminals so VT?rs can keep one another updated and a travel info desk

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Theme: Hostel
Comparison: less expensive than average
Prices: US$40-80  » Currency Converter
Phone: (+27-21) 424 4016
Address: 11 Hof Street Gardens
Directions: On the slopes of Table Mountain just around the corner from the Mount Nelson Hotel.
Phone them for a free pick up from the airport or station.
Website: www.ashanti.co.za
Other Contact: ashanti@iafrica.com