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The Grand Daddy

38 Long Street, Cape Town CBD, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa – Great location - show map

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8.7
Excellent
410 reviews

unique theme and very friendly staff .. would go back again

Abdullah Saudi Arabia

great location - on Long street and there are plenty restaurants and bars in walking distance. only 20-min walk to the waterfront room- nice, clean

Hsinlei United States of America

The entire stay was incredible. Staff made us feel incredibly welcome.

Micke South Africa

Bed was amazing and room was spotless. double glazing meant no city noise - also great!

Mark South Africa

We liked the uniqueness of the property. The staff were very friendly and helpful! The decor in the hotel was very nice.

Yolaine South Africa

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great location, value and experience!

Anonymous United States of America

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Rooftop Bar was fun and stylish.

Anonymous United States of America

Friendly staff, parking available if you request beforehand and comfortable beds

Dominique South Africa

Breakfast was good location spot on and the fact that was no loadshedding

Albertus South Africa

Staff were so friendly and helpful from arrival go daily breakfast and rooftop bar staff. We had a great laugh with them. We were able to book tours via them and also showed us to the cashpoint on first day. Room was spacious and modern with a outdoor area.

Laura United Kingdom
8.7
Excellent
410 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “unique theme and very friendly staff .. would go back again”
    Abdullah Abdullah Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
  • “great location - on Long street and there are plenty restaurants and bars in walking distance. only 20-min walk to the waterfront room- nice, clean”
    Hsinlei Hsinlei United States of America United States of America
  • “The entire stay was incredible. Staff made us feel incredibly welcome.”
    Micke Micke South Africa South Africa
  • “Bed was amazing and room was spotless. double glazing meant no city noise - also great!”
    Mark Mark South Africa South Africa
  • “We liked the uniqueness of the property. The staff were very friendly and helpful! The decor in the hotel was very nice.”
    Yolaine Yolaine South Africa South Africa
  • “Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great location, value and experience!”
    United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Rooftop Bar was fun and stylish.”
    United States of America United States of America
  • “Friendly staff, parking available if you request beforehand and comfortable beds”
    Dominique Dominique South Africa South Africa
  • “Breakfast was good location spot on and the fact that was no loadshedding”
    Albertus Albertus South Africa South Africa
  • “Staff were so friendly and helpful from arrival go daily breakfast and rooftop bar staff. We had a great laugh with them.”
    Laura Laura United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location8.8

Stay in the heart of Cape Town – Great location - show map

The Grand Daddy offers suites and luxury, roof-top airstream trailers in Cape Town city center. It is located on the popular Long Street, a 15-minute walk from the V&A Waterfront.

The elegant accommodations at The Grand Daddy includes a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Guests can also enjoy the unique experience of staying in individually designed caravans that share a common roof-top patio area.

Daddy Cool Bar and the Sky Bar offer a variety of cocktails and local wines.

The friendly staff creates an inviting atmosphere for guests, provides 24-hour assistance and can offer tips on what to do and see in the area.

The Cape Town International Convention Center (CTICC) is 0.6 mi away from The Grand Daddy.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

The Grand Daddy has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sept 1, 2009
 Hotel chain/brand: TrevPAR World Group

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Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
BBQ facilities
Bar

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American, Breakfast to go

Private parking at the hotel

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4 reasons to choose The Grand Daddy

  • Prices you can't beat!
  • Booking is safe
  • Manage your bookings online
  • The staff speaks English
Closest beaches

  • Mouille Point Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    1.6 miles from property

  • Three Anchor Bay Beach

    8.6 Excellent beach
    1.6 miles from property

  • Rocklands Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    1.8 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.7
Excellent · 410 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location8.8

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  • Abdullah
    Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia
    “unique theme and very friendly staff .. would go back again”
  • Hsinlei
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “great location - on Long street and there are plenty restaurants and bars in walking distance. only 20-min walk to the waterfront room- nice, clean”
  • M
    Micke
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The entire stay was incredible. Staff made us feel incredibly welcome.”
  • Mark
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Bed was amazing and room was spotless. double glazing meant no city noise - also great!”
  • Yolaine
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “We liked the uniqueness of the property. The staff were very friendly and helpful! The decor in the hotel was very nice.”
  • A
    Anonymous
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great location, value and experience!”
  • A
    Anonymous
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Rooftop Bar was fun and stylish.”
  • Dominique
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Friendly staff, parking available if you request beforehand and comfortable beds”
  • A
    Albertus
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Breakfast was good location spot on and the fact that was no loadshedding”
  • Laura
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Staff were so friendly and helpful from arrival go daily breakfast and rooftop bar staff. We had a great laugh with them. We were able to book tours via them and also showed us to the cashpoint on first day. Room was spacious and modern with a...”
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days
  • Do you have safe parking?
    Yes we do have safe parking . thanks Phatheka
    Answered on December 27, 2021
  • Hi! Do you know the inside height of the airstream trailer? I love the trailers, but my husband is 6’2… I want him to be comfy. Thanks!
    Good day, Thank you for your enquiry. We do have some trailers that are a bit more spacious than others. When booking, kindly let us know you will ...
    Answered on September 30, 2022
  • how far walk from GVCW VISA GREECE. 47 Strandstreet?
    Hi! We are very near, just a 2 minute walk away.
    Answered on June 27, 2022
  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?
    Yes! We ensure that we abide by all Covid 19 regulations set for us.
    Answered on July 13, 2021
  • Do any of the rooms have a small balcony/patio available?
    yes some of they have patio
    Answered on April 14, 2022
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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Great location - show map
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
1 Restaurant On Site

    Trailer 38 Cafe

    Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktail hour

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of The Grand Daddy

Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
BBQ facilities
Bar
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance Off-site
  • Cooking class Off-site Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Snorkeling Off-site Additional charge
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing Off-site Additional charge
  • Fishing Off-site Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs ZAR 100 per day.
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • French
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules The Grand Daddy takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed by request
ZAR 495 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa The Grand Daddy accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that the rooftop Pink Flamingo Outdoor Cinema is weather dependent.

Please note that the property has no parking on site but hotel guests can park at a nearby parkade, one block away.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Bar is closed from Wed, Aug 26, 2020 until Sat, Oct 31, 2020

FAQs about The Grand Daddy

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Grand Daddy by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 30min

  • Room options at The Grand Daddy include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Family

  • The Grand Daddy is 1,500 feet from the center of Cape Town.

  • The Grand Daddy offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bike tours
    • Movie nights
    • Happy hour
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Live music/Performance
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Cooking class
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • The Grand Daddy has 1 restaurant:

    • Trailer 38 Cafe

  • Guests staying at The Grand Daddy can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • American
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • The prices at The Grand Daddy may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at The Grand Daddy is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.