Located on the V&A Waterfront, this chic hotel offers free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool with terrace. Guests can benefit from 24-hour room service. Guest rooms of The Portswood are decorated in a maritime style and offer air conditioning and satellite TV. Each room has an private bathroom with a shower and some of them also have a bath. A rich breakfast is served daily. The poolside terrace offers a charming setting for a light snack or drink. Guests can also visit the Quarterdeck Restaurant with its Indian cuisine and Cape Malay decorations. The cocktail bar is available for drinks. The Portswood Hotel is located 1.9 mi from the city center and 16 mi from Cape Town International Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Bernadine
    United States of America United States of America
    Made to order omletes were very delicious. Nice selection of fruit, Mears, cheese and cereal. Staff was very obliging. Very close to shopping, aquarium and dining.
  • Merrie
    United States of America United States of America
    Dinner was great, and a good value. The breakfast buffet more than satisfying, with many choices.
  • Johann
    South Africa South Africa
    Location, facilities, friendly and helpful staff ! The first time in a long time that I felt like royalty!

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Quarter Kitchen
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of The Portswood Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 75 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • 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
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 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.

Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Portswood Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

FAQs about The Portswood Hotel

  • The Portswood Hotel is 1.3 miles from the center of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Room options at The Portswood Hotel include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Studio
    • Suite

  • Check-in at The Portswood Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Portswood Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Movie nights
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour

  • The Portswood Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Quarter Kitchen