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Set in Cape Town and with Mouille Point Beach reachable within 2.1 km, Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Boasting a sun terrace, this property is situated a short distance from Robben Island Ferry, V&A Waterfront and CTICC. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests. At the hotel the rooms come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms are fitted with a coffee machine, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. At Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel all rooms include bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. Bike hire and car hire are available at the accommodation and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Speaking English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always at hand to help. Three Anchor Bay Beach is 2.3 km from Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel, while Rocklands Beach is 2.8 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 21 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
9.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Zachariah
    Australia Australia
    Delicious breakfast from the cafe downstairs (included one main meal + drink). Coffee was great. Stylish rooms, open spaces, converted-warehouse vibes. Very solid value for money.
  • Paul
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing building, with all the nooks and crannies. Industrial styled, lot’s if space. Modern and old mixed very well. Very spacious and comfortable rooms. Great staff. It’s a secret gem, hidden (literally; entrance via parking garage). Very close...
  • Hope
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was excellent every morning. The guest services team were fantastic. The room was large and the beds were very comfortable. The location was perfect for our trip, just a short walk to the V&A Waterfront.
  • Monique
    South Africa South Africa
    The hotel is housed in a unique building, a former foundry. The building has been beautifully restored, combining modern furniture with old furniture, art and accessories. In the same building, interwoven with the hotel, you’ll find office spaces,...
  • Christiaan
    South Africa South Africa
    Staff friendly, good location, good value for money.
  • Ruth
    Jamaica Jamaica
    The location is nice and just out of the way enough while remaining very central. I liked that I was in the middle of everything without being noisily or busily so. Check-in and check-out were simple, smooth and easy. Staff was very polite,...
  • Gwyn
    Australia Australia
    A funky hotel close to the Waterfront. Super safe, fabulous breakfast and friendly, amazing Lizo - the best concierge in the world. Nothing was too much trouble.
  • Kerri
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really nice hotel, staff were friendly and professional. Great location for the waterfront.
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location to V&A is perfect - 10 mins walk. Staff super friendly. Lizo has an amazing personality which can brighten any day. Michael gave some fab recommendations which meant we got the most of our stay in Cape Town
  • Surina
    South Africa South Africa
    One of the best barista's i've ever encountered. Location best as its directly next to work which helps tremendously if you work till 4am with company year end tasks

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Cartel Cafe
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Misfits
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Sushi • Local • International • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern

Facilities of Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Transport

  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 498 is required on arrival. That's about £21. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A damage deposit of ZAR 498 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel

  • Check-in at Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel is 0.9 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel has 2 restaurants:

    • Misfits
    • Cartel Cafe

  • Guests staying at Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • À la carte

  • Room options at Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel include:

    • Double
    • Studio

  • Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Bike tours
    • Hand massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Couples massage
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Fitness classes
    • Horse riding
    • Neck massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Fitness
    • Aerobics
    • Head massage
    • Full body massage
    • Back massage
    • Yoga classes
    • Foot massage